Archive: Interviews

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

Moss doesn’t 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 athletes) as they go on to continue to find more and... Read More

“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. His problem? He lived in Florida. Check out the SGPT interview... Read More

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 fail or grow. Craig... 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 SGPT 365 day program. Since November 25th I have gone from 271lbs to 225 today. That is an... 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

Interview with Kimberly Biback: A Story of Commitment, Grit, and Purpose When it comes to grit, endurance, and showing up no matter the odds, Kimberly Biback walks the talk. A wife, mother, and professional based in Ontario, Canada, Kimberly embodies the ethos of discipline and resilience—qualities that serve her in both life and training. With... 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

The last mile I was in excruciating pain. Everything hurt feet were banged and toes bleeding, back hurt, ribs on right side hurt, and neck hurt. Trying to channel my inner Goggins I kept reminding myself that I would stop when I was finished and not until then. I visualized how great it was going... Read More

At 60, Michael Evans didn’t just sign up for the SEALFIT 20X Challenge—he crushed it. No excuses. No shortcuts. Just raw grit and relentless determination. From the grind of bear crawls in loose gravel to the mental battle of staying in the fight when every fiber screamed to quit, Michael proved that age is just... 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

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? JS: I am 55 years old, raised in Wisconsin and have lived for the past 20 years in Kensington, Maryland (close in suburb of Washington, DC. We live near Bethesda Naval Hospital and NIH). I work in affordable housing development for the County, am married, and have a 20 year... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Where are you from and where do you train? MS: My Name is Mark Sementilli. I am from Windsor, Ontario. Our city is on the border with Detroit, MI. I am 51 years old and work as an engineer. I am married with two grown boys. Currently I train at... Read More