Archive: Daily SGPT Content

Military video games have come a long way since the days of pixelated soldiers and simple run-and-gun action. Today’s military games feature realistic weapons, advanced ballistics, squad communications, tactical movement, drones, helicopters, armored vehicles, and massive battlefields that require teamwork and planning. Some games are so realistic that they are often mistaken for actual combat... Read More

How Hard Is It to Become a Navy SEAL? If you’re asking, “How hard is it to become a Navy SEAL?” you’re asking the wrong question. The better question is: Are you willing to become the type of person capable of becoming a Navy SEAL? Every year thousands of young men dream of earning the... Read More

One of the most common questions I hear is: “How do I build muscle like a Navy SEAL?” The answer surprises most people. Most Navy SEALs are not trying to look like bodybuilders. They’re trying to become stronger, faster, more durable, and harder to kill. The lean, muscular physique is often a byproduct of years... Read More

One of the most common questions future Navy SEAL candidates ask is: “Do I need strength training for BUD/S?” The short answer is: Yes. The longer answer is: You need strength, but you need endurance even more. Many young athletes make the mistake of thinking BUD/S is a bodybuilding competition. Others make the opposite mistake... Read More

“The only easy day was yesterday.” Every year thousands of young men say they want to become a Navy SEAL. Most never make it. Some fail the Physical Screening Test (PST). Some quit during training. Others arrive physically prepared but mentally unready for the demands of BUD/S. The reality is that becoming a Navy SEAL... Read More

One of the most common questions prospective Navy SEAL candidates ask is: “How much should I squat before I go to BUD/S?” The answer surprises most people. The squat is important. But not nearly as important as most candidates think. I learned this lesson the hard way. My Biggest Pre-BUD/S Mistake Before entering the Navy,... Read More

If you’ve ever wondered what separates the men who earn the Navy SEAL Trident from those who ring the bell and quit, watch the documentary on BUD/S Class 224. The video follows a class of Navy SEAL candidates through Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training (BUD/S) in Coronado, California. What quickly becomes apparent is that success at... Read More

Most people can shoot accurately from a comfortable bench rest. The real question is this: Can you still make the shot when your heart is pounding, your breathing is out of control, and your muscles are screaming for oxygen? That is exactly what former Navy SEAL sniper Monty LeClair demonstrates in this classic stress test... Read More

No Gym. No Excuses. Just Work. Ever since people have been locked behind walls, they have found ways to train. Most prisoners did not have fancy gyms, personal trainers, or rows of machines. What they did have was determination, time, and the will to get stronger. That is where prison workouts were born. The truth... Read More

The Bar-Barians are legends in the calisthenics world—athletes known for unreal bodyweight strength, flawless form, and a level of discipline that rivals special operations training. If you want to build a powerful upper body, master your own bodyweight, and develop raw, functional strength, this program is your blueprint. This updated guide breaks down the Bar-Barian... Read More

One of the biggest excuses people make is: “I don’t have a gym.” “I don’t have equipment.” “I can’t afford kettlebells.” Hold on and lets get rid of any excuses. When I was training overseas on a ship or deployed to a forward base, I learned that sometimes you have to improvise with what you... Read More

How to Make a DIY Tire Sled for Workouts Build Strength, Conditioning, and Mental Toughness on a Budget One of the best conditioning tools I ever used did not come from a fancy gym. It came from an old tire, a rope, and hard work. Before functional fitness became popular, athletes, wrestlers, football players, military... Read More

If you want to improve pull-ups, strengthen your back, protect your shoulders, and build real-world upper body endurance, ring rows are one of the best exercises you can add to your training. At SEALgrinderPT, we use ring rows with: beginner athletes, military candidates, mountain athletes, tactical professionals, and older athletes rebuilding strength. The reason is... Read More

Old School Strength vs. Fast Reps A question that I received the other day. “Do Navy SEALs do kipping pull-ups?” The short answer is this: during BUD/S training, strict pull-ups with good form mattered far more than flashy reps. In the Teams, you may see operators use different styles of pull-ups depending on the workout,... Read More