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

Active Valor is a remarkable endeavor. Founded by Navy SEAL Perry Yee, Active Valor is a 501(c)3 non-profit serves many functions. First and foremost, it pairs Gold Star kids with veteran mentors, where they will embark on all types of adventures together, from scavenger hunts and land nav, to team and confidence building exercises. These... 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

At SEALgrinderPT we always like learning from people who have lived the mindset of discipline, toughness, and service. In this interview we talk with Lance Cummings, a former U.S. Navy SEAL who built his career around perseverance, teamwork, and pushing beyond limits. Lance shares insights from his time in Naval Special Warfare and how those... 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: Tell us about yourself? FR: I’m 37, married and father of three. I work in the railroad industry. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? FR: Limited organized sports, but was a regular at the neighborhood basketball court. Other than nope. SGPT: How did you train for the 20X event? FR: SealGrinder... 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