Archive: MINDSET

The Long Haul: Training for Strength That Lasts Most people train for short wins. A race. A beach season. A mirror moment. A number on the bar. Thats great, I applaud anyone that gets off the couch with a goal. Then life hits. Stress stacks up. Sleep drops. Work gets heavy. Family needs attention. Injuries... Read More

We’re diving into a mission critical to your body, mind and warrior-spirit: what happens when you decide to go clean and hard during the holidays — versus the path most take: over-indulge, gain 10 lbs, and pay the price. At SGPT we don’t roll with the “most.” We roll with the 1 % who fight... Read More

A New Year, A New Mindset: Embracing Growth and Change As the calendar turns the page to a new year, it brings with it the promise of fresh beginnings, renewed aspirations, and a chance to start anew. Many of us are quick to set resolutions, outlining our goals and dreams for the months ahead. Yet,... Read More

Over the past few months we have received several emails wanting to know how to deal with cold water. They are asking about dealing with the ice bath at SEALFIT 20X Challenge, Kokoro, Spartan Race, Tough Mudder and Bone Frog Challenge events. This is also good on how to prepare for the cold during the... Read More

To quickly build discipline, Navy SEAL Jocko Willink suggests focusing on the following key areas: #1 SET A FIXED WAKE UP TIME: This helps adjust to sleep debt and establish a new rhythm. You can improve your quality sleep by going to bed earlier and waking up early. This is a hard one for me... Read More

The age-old adage “You can achieve anything if you put your mind to it” carries within it a profound message of human potential, determination, and the power of the human mind. It speaks to the idea that our aspirations, goals, and dreams are attainable through relentless focus, determination, and a belief in one’s abilities. This... Read More

“Discipline is a pathway to creativity. When you’re on the battlefield, it’s an exercise in creativity.” Creativity doesn’t just mean being an artist or a writer. It means thinking with an open, not closed, mind–pushing yourself beyond the borders of your current limiting thoughts. It means asking yourself open-ended questions that begin with who, what,... Read More

The majority of our focus in sports today is on the physical side. We’re obsessed with how high someone can jump, how fast they run the 40-yard dash, or how much weight they can lift. But here’s the truth: Physical ability alone won’t get you to the top. What separates the elite from the average... Read More

Team SGPT— Ever get that feeling the night before a big event? Palms sweaty. Stomach doing flips. You’re wired but tired. You stare at the ceiling wondering, “Am I ready for this?” Maybe it’s the night before your Laurence McCulloughs Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to Rim. Or Glenn Bland’s Orca 100-mile ultra. Or maybe... Read More

Team SGPT: We are on day 22 of 60 SGPT Adapt or Die. We are only 45 days from standing at the base of the Manitou Incline (Colorado) with a well trained crew that are focused on the main goal. The goal on that day is the top of the Manitou Incline within 60 minutes.... Read More

What Does It Mean to “Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome”? This saying is a core mindset in the U.S. Navy SEAL Teams. It’s not a motto—it’s a way of life. Whether you’re a SEAL, a functional fitness athlete, a business owner, or someone fighting through everyday life… this mindset will keep you in the game when... Read More

Hard Truth and Tough Love: What David Goggins Told Dr. Huberman About Becoming a Warrior In this video interview, Dr. Andrew Huberman talks with retired Navy SEAL David Goggins. What they cover isn’t fancy. It’s not a feel-good story. It’s a blueprint for building mental and physical toughness when the world tries to break you.... Read More

Mental toughness is the key to unlocking your potential. Without it, the strongest body and best intentions crumble under pressure. It’s not just about enduring pain; it’s about thriving in discomfort, adapting under stress, and finding the will to push forward. Your ability to build mental toughness isn’t fixed. It’s a skill you can develop... Read More

We all hit walls. Life throws challenges at us, and sometimes it feels like you’re spinning your wheels. No progress. No momentum. You’re stuck. It happens to everyone. But here’s the truth: staying stuck is a choice. If you’re part of this crew, you know we’re not about staying down. Let’s dig in and find... Read More