Archive: Interviews

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? HR: I am a 55 year old proud father of two young men , Adam and Jonathan. I am originally from Colombia and grew up in New Jersey across from Manhattan . I am a Chemical Engineer who came to Puerto Rico 30 years ago with GE and for the... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? NL: First, thank you for the opportunity to share my experience. My name is Nash Liagridonis , I’m 42 years young, husband and father of two children. For the pass six years I’ve operated my own business, a restaurant, in a busy little town in rural Saskatchewan. Previous to getting... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? GM: I grew up in Georgia and spent most of my youth getting into trouble with my two younger brothers Conor and Kurt. In high school I loved playing on the football team but was always told I was too short, so my aspirations to continue playing football in college... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? CB: I’m 24, I love working out and being in nature. I enjoy reading and writing as well as learning about new subjects that fascinate me. Currently I work construction and live in Portland. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? CB: I guess you could say so.... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? JP: My name is Jason Pike. I have 3 young boys. I live in Midland, Texas where I operate a tactical training business for LE and Civilians. I live a pretty simple life. Work, kids, and friends. SGPT: What BUDS class did you graduate from? What Team did you serve... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? NK: Well I am originally from Etowah North Carolina, graduating from high school in 2000. After that I became a police officer for a couple of years then joined the United Sates Army. I am a professional cyclist in the sport of bicycle trials which I was ranked the number... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? SS: I’m a 46 year old Automotive Fabricator who lives in Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada. My family has a military history and I’ve spent my youth in Cadets and then spent some time in the reserves with the Queens Own Rifles of Canada which has shaped my life probably more than... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? GP: I’m a 40 year old husband and father of two awesome boys, Patrick (almost 3 years old), and T.J. (two and a half months old). I work as a consultant in leadership, strategy and project management. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? GP: Somewhat. I was... Read More

Check out these tips from a Special Forces operator “Alston”. SGPT: What was the hardest part of Special Forces training for you? When did you go through? AS: I attended Selection in July/August of 2005, started the qualification course in October of 2005 and graduated April of 2007. I would have to answer this from... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? HS: My name is Heather Curry Self and I’ve been working with Brad McLeod (SEALgrinderPT) for a few years now; he was my 40th birthday present to myself for training. I’m an avid writer, and I have just recently published my second novel. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? RJ: I’m 37 years old, happily married with my first child on the way. I work as a structural steel/welding inspector based in Austin, TX. My job keeps me very busy, throwing me a good mix of sedentary travel time and physical exertion (i.e. climbing). SGPT: Did you have an... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? GL: My name is Glen LeComte and I live in Syracuse, New York. I am married with 2 teenage daughters. I have been working with Brad McLeod (SEALgrinderPT.com) for quite a while now in preparation for participating in a GoRuck event. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up?... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? JC: I am on my 58th year of life, married, several adult children, and two grandsons.  I served in the U.S. Marines from 1974 to 1979 as a scout/observer with artillery and infantry units.  I served until 1983 in the Marine Reserves in an Infantry Company. I presently reside in Southeast... Read More

SGPT: Tell us about yourself? BH: I’m 31, married, and have a brand new baby girl at home. I’m also a Firefighter/Paramedic. SGPT: Did you have an athletic background growing up? BH: I grew up playing football and baseball year round from the age of 5 through the end of high school. SGPT: How did... Read More