Archive: Interviews

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? DR: 47 years old, 5’9 160lbs. Born and raised in Chicago, I’m a married father with four ape-like boys. I’m an Adjunct Professor in Exercise Science and Sports Studies at two Chicago universities. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? DR: I tried to play as many sports... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? PD: I am a husband and a father to my two young girls. I am also a junior high science teacher during the week and mostly workout to be able to climb when possible over the weekends. My passion is ice and alpine climbing and being in shape makes this... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? DS: I am former United States Marine, former police officer, and currently a Supervisory Special Agent for the FBI with just under 30 years of total government service at this time. For the past 10 years, I have also ran a part-time self-defense and fitness business as the Owner and... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Lance Cummings: I’m a simple guy. Dad to two great twins, Chiropractor, Coach, Athlete, Hunter, Husband to wonderful wife. One brother in Ga. SGPT: What influenced you to want to join the SEAL Teams? LC: The call to action, working with like minded individuals, military discipline and great toys! SGPT:... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? RS: My name is Rick Seedman, I’m 28 years of age and I’m a Bar-barian. SGPT: Do you have a background in sports? RS: My background is mainly in martial arts. That was my original passion. I also participated in some team sports throughout school. Now mostly kickboxing, rock climbing,... Read More

SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? Rage James: Yes, I grew up a tough kid. My dad was a hot roofer and quiet man; He demanded respect and hard work! I wrestled for Apple Valley, MN they have a outstanding Wrestling Program and also ran track and lived in the Apple Valley... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Lauri Luvvorn: I am a CrossFit coach at CrossFit Throne in Lubbock, TX. I am also a chiropractors assistant at AMC Chiropractic. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? LL: I have been a CrossFit athlete for 6 years. I also currently do archery, Goruck, and SEALFIT. I... Read More

Check out this interview with Jay as he talks about how he trained to get ready for the GORUCK Tough event. SGPT: Tell us about yourself? JJ: 40 years old, married with 5 children. I am a Police Officer and owner of Primeval Strength and Conditioning/CrossFit Primeval SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? DC: I am a 50 year old criminal defense attorney working for Santa Clara County. I served 7 years in the Navy, serving in the Phillipines, Antarctica, New Zealand, and then Pt. Mugu California. I graduated from UCSB with a degree in Philospohy, and then went to law school in... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself. JG: That’s a good question, I was born and raised in Texas. An above average athlete, I played water polo in high school and competed on the junior national pentathlon team. I decided I wanted to be the best within the special operation field and that meant the SEAL Teams.... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Patrick Jesse: I am a 41 year old, Firefighter/Paramedic for the Chicago Fire Department assigned to Squad 2 of the Special Operations Division. I have been with the Chicago Fire Department for 16 years. I am a graduate of numerous colleges including Northwestern University (MA), University of Chicago (MS), University... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? JW: My name is JJ Wellemeyer and I’m a 29 year old Army JAG Officer. Currently, I’m training for Kokoro 30 and a potential slot at Ranger School. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? JW: I played hockey, baseball, and football growing up. I focused on baseball... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Descotaux: I’m a 38 year old science teacher in a middle school in Calgary, Alberta; Canada. One of my passions is ice and alpine climbing. In the first training book I’ve ever put my hands, the author was alluding to the fact that the stronger you are the harder you are... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself. Elaine Stypula: I am a 51-year-old lawyer and mother to 3 exceptional young women. SGPT: Were you an athlete growing up? How did you get interested in ultra running? ES: I was not an athlete at all growing up. I did not play any sports. I started jogging a little... Read More