Question And Answer

QUESTION I have a question about your recommendation on programs. I just finished a year subscription on your programs while I was deployed overseas. However I am now in a unique situation and wanted to ask your opinion on an effective training program for the next couple months; I am a National Guard MP who […]

QUESTION I need some help on training plans…  Some info: 44 years old Former college football player Live in the mountain of Colorado Avid bow hunter, hiker, backpacker, skier Have former injuries that keep me from running and explosive exercises. I need functional movement exercises I need strength but want to get away from straight gym […]

QUESTION BLUF: I’ve got longer than 8 weeks before RASP and would love some recommendations. I’m a Ranger Qualified National Guard Armor Officer. I just read the new National Defense Authorization Act, and it states that they’re standing up the very first NG Ranger Battalion! More details will come March apparently, so there is some […]

QUESTION I’m in the final stages of preparing for an upcoming FBI academy class, and am looking to change up my current exercise routine to be a more competitive tactical applicant and prepare myself for SWAT/HRT selection down the line. I’ve completed a few cycles of a Stew Smith program and while I’ve seen great […]

QUESTION Retired SOF (age 44) guy here.  Big fan of what you do.  I know you’re busy, so I’ll keep it brief: ASK:  Based on the below, I would like to get your thoughts on which programs to complete before beginning the Big Game Hunter Package. ISSUE:  Body is worn down from the military, 3 meniscus operations, 2 labrum […]

QUESTION Just finishing up a time constrained program. Looking for something that focuses on rock climbing-strength-endurance. What would you suggest? Thank you ANSWER Rock Climbing Pre-Season Training Plan. – Rob QUESTION After rehabbing a torn labrum and tear in my forearm I have been back on the track at work and working out hard again. […]

QUESTION Do you have a program that is solely (only) for strength building? I’m looking for that because I already have a conditioning program that I’m working through. ANSWER Big 24 Strength has strength 4 days/week. You can rest Wednesday and/or do your conditioning. The Big 24 progression is super intense, and one of our most successful […]

QUESTION Out of curiosity how have you found multimodal endurance training to be helpful as opposed to straight up single modal endurance? ANSWER We haven’t tested these directly against each other. We have found that multi-modal endurance efforts do increase endurance. Click HERE. I’d wager, however, that if you want to improve running endurance, a running focused program […]

QUESTION I’m a Machine Gunner in the Marine Corps Reserves. I’m 5’8 and weigh around 145 lbs, so I’m definitely on the smaller side, especially being a Machine Gunner. In about a year, my battalion is going to 29 Palms for our Annual Training, so I’m concerned about my strength and rucking conditioning at present. […]

QUESTION What programs do you suggest following completion of BW beginner? Primary restrictions (medical) are no running (used bike erg, row erg and walking for BW beginner) and no barbell squats/lunges due to neck/shoulder injuries. If you need an equipment list or anything else, please let me know. As always, appreciate the help. ANSWER I’d […]