In just a few days, Special Forces candidates will descend upon 15 North Carolina counties to take part in “Robin Sage”, the final test of the Special Forces Qualification Course. Special Forces candidates will attempt to free the fictional country of Pineland by entering the area of operations, linking up with a guerrilla force and […]
Training: Continue to prepare for the UBRR: 5 x 1 miles repeats with as much as rest as you need. Record your average mile time. 5 x 30 seconds of Pushups. 1 x As many push-ups as you can do in 60 seconds. 5 x 30 seconds of Sit-ups 1 x As many sit-ups as […]
When I look back over a short career as a green beret – I’m left with some vignettes that stick out more than others. There are these lingering moments you can’t escape – and will stick in the back of your mind forever. They’re less specific and real moments and more sensations and feelings captured in […]
Brian Decker was a Special Forces officer with multiple tours in Iraq before being put in charge of the Special Forces Assessment and Selection Program (SFAS) in 2011. One of the first things he did was revamp the course which had changed little from its inception in 1988 to better meet the changing role that […]
I met someone recently who spent twenty years in SOF and was more or less kicked out. He was an asset then and still is today. He’s just not normal. I was in for eight years of active duty, total. No that’s not as long as some. But longer than most. However, in SF and […]
There’s little worse than sitting at a collection point in the dead the winter, barely awake, waiting for the fake raid to end. You get in trouble if you nod off – but, since training isn’t real – it’s easy to just drift away. In the cold weather, I felt like it was even easier. […]
Summer, Spring, or Winter Selection? If you’re trying to time your arrival to Special Forces Assessment and Selection, I’ll help. Spoiler Alert: Winter or Spring. My neighbor’s tulips are coming out already, and it’s only the beginning of February. By that I mean, the winter selection moving’s forward are not going to be as bad as […]
I feel tired after yesterday’s ruck, and I caught some abrasions on my shoulders and traps this morning. Feels good to be back in the swing of things! Training: Work up to 1 rep max Back Squat Then, 1 round 20 x Back Squat @ 65% 1RM (take 2-3 breaths between squat, maintain good form) […]
How I earned my long tab? I don’t think I’ve got a clear answer. I know that if you’re fit and mentally focused – it’s likely you can accomplish the task of making to the other end in these selection processes. There’s less luck involved than other things, but it also comes down to you. […]
Wars and battles were fought and won before the cool gloves that can work a smartphone. Special Operators are gear junkies. For that niche product line of tactical gear and clothing, SOF personnel are the ultimate consumers. It’s a kind of fashion for operators. Even the kind of gloves you buy and wear can distinguish […]
What would have been as early as this Sunday is postponed because of the short notice posting. However, a ruck march hosted by yours truly – will occur every week and all readers are welcome. If you’re interested please, leave your email and express interest in the comments below. When: SUNDAY 2/5/2017 @ 1 P.M. […]
The first few fearful days at Selection are nerve-racking but eventually subside. The first few days at selection are disorienting and scary because you have no idea what’s coming and how you can prepare. You’ll become a number over night. You’ll be addressed as candidate followed by whatever number you get. God help you if you […]
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