Archive: Interviews

SGPT Interviews SEALFIT Kokoro Finisher Matt Wilding By Brad McLeod 4-10-24 SGPT: Tell us about yourself?  Did you have an athletic background growing up? MW: I have competed in sports since I was about six years old. I was born in England and started rugby at a young age. I moved to the states in... Read More

No matter where you find yourself on the globe – we all have something in common. We love to get outside and test ourselves against the obstacles and elements. That is where real growth occurs when you are pushing yourself to the outer limits. Sadettin “Yagiz” Osma lives in Istanbul, Turkey where he trains for... Read More

By Brad McLeod 3-31-24 Growing up in a discipline environment will pay dividends in the long run. You find out that discipline is your friend. It allows you to go many places that others would never dream. Discipline builds character which gets results at the finish line. Check out Enam Hoq’s journey as he builds... Read More

By Brad McLeod 3-21-24 SGPT Interviews Orca 100 Finisher Glenn Bland Moss doesnt grow on a rolling stone. Or so the saying goes. Glenn Bland is not one to rest on his laurels after finally finishing SEALFIT Kokoro (you can read the SGPT interview here). It is a common trait to see successful people (and... Read More

By Brad McLeod 2-16-24 SGPT Interviews Arrowhead 135 Finisher Joe Falcone Today I will do what others will not. So that tomorrow I can achieve what others cannot. Joe Falcone lived up to those words. His goal was to finish the Arrowhead 135 mile. A brutal overland race covered with snow, ice and heavy winds.... Read More

By Brad McLeod 2-8-24 If your reading this blog post you all ready subscribe to the idea that a team cannot reach its peak performance until it has faced significant challenges together. It is a valuable lesson that will serve you well in times of adversity and obstacles. It is those moments that you either... Read More

Good Morning Coach McLeod, My name is Aaron Moore and I would like to share my success over the past 8 weeks. Today (1-20-24) I finished the SGPT LTE program and am ready to move onto the 365 day program. Since November 25th I have gone from 271lbs to 225 today. That is an almost... Read More

With the determined spirit of a warrior echoing through her, Courtney Johnson’s (CJ) tale emerges—a postdoctoral researcher on a journey to fulfill her purpose. In this interview, her unyielding determination and pursuit of challenging boundaries resonate with the indomitable spirit of those who embrace adversity and thrive amidst it. SGPT: Tell us about yourself? CJ:... Read More

We all dream of climbing big mountains.  What an amazing feat to be able to plan your journey to the top. To be able to see a clear vision of your destiny. Then to take the first step and then another. You know that you will face obstacles along the way. But you also know... Read More

SGPT interviews GORUCK finisher Kimberly Biback SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Where are you from and where do you train? KB: I will keep it short and sweet. I am a wife, mother and career person living in Ontario, Canada. I believe in living a life consistently focused on purpose, passion, patience and perseverance. I... Read More

Are you ready for anything at anytime? Are you a liability or are you an asset to your community? As Sheepdogs that is a question that we live for everyday. We want to run towards a blazing building and help someone to safety. We want to work and be useful in society. Gene Smithson stepped... Read More

SGPT Interviews Yeti Snakebite 50k Finisher Laurence McCullough SGPT Interviews Yeti Snakebite 50k Finisher Laurence McCullough SGPT: Tell us about yourself. LM: I’m am 45. Been married for 14 years and have 3 sons 17,12,10. Born and raised in Atlanta Georgia. I run a roofing and restoration business and currently volunteer with the Boy Scouts... Read More

SGPT Interviews SEALFIT 20X Challenge Finisher Michael Evans SGPT: Tell us about yourself. ME:SGPT Interviews SEALFIT 20X Challenge Finisher Michael Evans SGPT: Tell us about yourself. ME: I recently semi-retired as a Nuclear Operation’s Control Room Supervisor and Training Instructor. I just turned 61 (I was 60 at the 20X event). 6 years in the... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? MS: I’m 52 years old. I’ve one wife, two children and a dog. I work as a patrol officer. I like to stay in shape so I do the cooking at home also. In my freetime I like to do “things” with my family, like a MTB tour, Hiking, swimming... Read More