Archive: Interviews

Garret Machine left his comfortable home in America to travel overseas and wound up becoming a member of the Israeli Defense Force. Though he grew up in Miami, Florida, Garret also has an Israeli citizenship. Upon graduating from college, he chose to visit Israel for a time. Israel has a mandatory military draft, and, within... Read More

Tell us about yourself. My name is Matt. I am a 39 year old, father of 2 boys and I’ve been serving in the USAF for the last 18 years. Did you have an athletic background growing up? I tried. Team sports weren’t my thing. I wasn’t very coordinated. I got into fitness later in... Read More

Tell us about yourself.I am 44 years old, married. I am a mechanical engineer by trade, and a former combat engineer with the 17eme RGP (Regiment Genie Parachutiste, French Paratroops). Did you have an athletic background growing up? No, I was a chubby kid, not into sports at all. Except for my time in the... Read More

Rich Graham is a Navy SEAL veteran and the creator of the Full Spectrum Warrior (FSW) System. President of Home Front K9 Project and Vice-President of SEAL Swim Charities and currently sit on the board of Directors for both of those charities. SGPT: What was your role on the teams? RG: Every SEAL takes on... Read More

Tell us about yourself. I’m 38 years old, married for almost 12 years and we have two kids a girl and a boy who are 7 and 4. I found SGPT while training for SEALFIT Kokoro camp almost 3 years ago. Did you have an athletic background growing up? Yes, I played baseball and basketball... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? Thanks for your military service by the way. Robert Killian: I am married with two children and currently living in Longmont, CO. I really enjoy being in the mountains and exploring all the outdoor activities that Colorado has to offer; snowboarding, trail running, biking, hiking, and mountain climbing. I also... Read More

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