SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.28.2017

Continue to prep for the UBRR and get some leg work in with a trip to the gym today. Training: 3 x Pullups 10 reps 3 x Front Squat 20-15-12 reps (lighter weight) 3 x Goblet Squats 20-15-12 reps (lighter dumbbell) 3 x 10 Leg Extensions 3 x 10 reps Standing Arnold Press 3 x […]

Passing BUDS, Interview with Thomas Rosehaley Pt. 3

Thomas Rosehaley is a busy man these days. When he’s not flying across the globe working as a personal security professional, he’s back at home keeping on top of his medical training, which is his bailiwick. He had just arrived back in the states but was not getting much free time. “I’m diving tomorrow in […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.27.2017

Continue to prep for the UBRR by taking a practice test but without the rope climb event as most will not have access to one. Training: Pushups – 1-minute time limit as many as you can do correctly, minimum 40 Situps – 1-minute time limit as many as you can do correctly, minimum 40 Pullups […]

Passing BUDS, Interview with Thomas Rosehaley Pt. 2

Thomas Rosehaley is a busy man these days. When he’s not flying across the globe working as a personal security professional, he’s back at home keeping on top of his medical training, which is his bailiwick. He had just arrived back in the states but was not getting much free time. “I’m diving tomorrow in […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.25.2017

Today we’ll hit the legs hard again and then rest on Sunday. More reps on the legs today, as we’ll get ready for the Rifle PT squats, that everyone loves so well. Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: First, head into the gym: 3 x Front Squat 20-15-12 reps (lighter weight, more reps) 3 x […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.24.2017

Training: Shoulders and Chest Day in the gym, all of this will help with the UBRR 3 x Lateral Raises with a Dumbbell (reps 20-15-12) 3 x Military Press Dumbbell (reps 20-15-12) 3 x Front Raises Dumbbell (reps 20-15-12) 3 x Bench Press 80% body weight for as many reps as you can do 3 […]

Passing BUDS, Interview with Thomas Rosehaley Pt. 1

Thomas Rosehaley is a busy man these days. When he’s not flying across the globe working as a personal security professional, he’s back at home keeping on top of his medical training, which is his bailiwick. He had just arrived back in the states but was not getting much free time. “I’m diving tomorrow in […]

What NOT to Do If You Want to Pass Selection

Passing Selection is the rite of passage for every Special Operations unit in the world. And that is why we’re here right? The courses are designed to be incredibly hard for a reason and a very good one. The operating environment that Special Operations many times must perform in is often extreme. Carrying a lot […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.18.2017

Continue to prep for the UBRR and get a long rucksack march in, before enjoying your weekend and a bit of a break on Sunday. Training: 3 x Military Press (heavy dumbbells) 20 reps, 15, 12 3 x Shoulder lateral raises (heavy dumbbells) 20 reps, 15, 12 3 x Shoulder front raises (medium to light […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.16.2017

Back out on the rucking trails today.  This week we’ll try a few different things to break it up. Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: 100 pushups (no time limit) 100 situps (no time limit) 100 crunches Rucksack march: Go as hard and as fast as you can for 1 hour. Do this without running. […]

Passing SFAS – Orienting the Map and Pinpointing Your Location

So, you’ve volunteered to be in Special Forces and you’re getting ready to go to SFAS. This is the time to prepare yourself for the grind that is to come. There are certain tips, such as the PT program which will help you attain the level of physical fitness that you’ll need to not just […]