What The Hell Is Conditioning?
Most people have seen the term “strength & conditioning.” We all have a very solid idea of what strength and strength training are. But what the hell is “conditioning?” If…
The Soldier’s Body Composition
The best soldiers are lean and mean! To be a good soldier, you must maintain the appropriate body composition and understand the vital role it plays in health and performance.…
What Do You Think About CrossFit?
A few weeks ago I was talking to the good folks at Spotter Up about military fitness and the conversation wandered into typical territory. That subject being the lost souls…
No Barbells: Top 30 Crossfit Bodyweight Workouts
Crossfit Bodyweight Workouts All the workouts require nothing more than a pull-up bar, rings, or a jump rope. These workouts come straight from Crossfit. If you are looking for something…
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The Soldier’s Ideal Strength
How strong does the soldier or special operator need to be? There is a great deal of ignorance and stupidity proffered across the internet these days regarding this subject. After…
Clarification on Core Stability…Proper Stabilization Done Right. How the Hell do I Achieve This?
We continue to monitor proper form and technique at every turn, yet we are starting to see folks occasionally not activating and stabilizing their core/trunk area correctly. So here are…
Ass-Kickin Fitness Movement of the Month
Speed burpees by the the incomparable “Speal.” Burpees can be done anywhere and anytime, and they will kick your a** while keeping you sharp! Want to turn this movement into…
Kettlebells, Motivation Interest Adaptation
Kettlebell Sport (we sometimes refer to fitness sport) Competition requires motivation like anything else. My second day of consistent training I almost had a mini fever and wondered “how am…
Product Review The Altra Escalante
Years ago I started out wearing the Altra Torins and liked them so much that I purchased three pairs and then went on to purchase two Lone Peaks and one…
Clif Bar Nut Butter Filled Goodness
CLIF Nut Butter Filled Energy Bars The Clif Nut Butter Filled Bars are the newest creation from Clif Bar. Over the years Clif Bar has come out with a lot…