Archive: Interviews

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

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

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

SGPT: Tell us about your new BUDS group. How did it get started? BM: SGPT: What is the goal of the group? Can you share some success stories? BM: SGPT: What good book are you reading now? Do you have a good podcast you can share? BM: SGPT: If someone is in your area, how... Read More

SGPT interviews GORUCK Heavy finisher Jay Shepherd 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,... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Where are you from and where do you train? 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 home.... Read More

You cannot beat the man that will not quit! A famous quote that completely defines Glenn Bland. No matter the cold, the heat, or mountains to climb – Glenn stayed on course to finish his goal. Lesser men would have walked away after the first big obstacle – but that is not the way of... Read More

Over the past years George Shepherd has emerged as a leader within the SGPT training group. As a former Marine George keeps his body and mind in excellent shape and has completed numerous challenges including 30 days of Murph, and being a class leader at “The Awakening”. Check out this latest interview with George as... Read More

SGPT Interviews Dan Pena, SEALFIT 20X Graduate Tell us about yourself. I’m 41 years old and work as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Siena Heights University, my undergraduate Alma Mater. My wife, Amber is also a Siena Heights graduate. We met as undergraduate students. We have been married for 14 years and have... Read More

We are really proud to get this interview with Navy Veteran Jason Smith. He is a long time member of the SGPT group and he tells us how he was able to finish marathon after marathon with a competitive time. Check out this interview and let’s give Jason a big HooooYaaah!!!! SGPT: Tell us about... Read More