Special Operations Force Selection PT Preparation Week 7, Day 7

We’ll start the weekend and Saturday off right. It is time to go back to the gym for some shoulders and back work. Followed by a four-mile run. Log your numbers down in the workout notebook Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: 3 x 10 Lat Pulldowns, rear 3 x 10 Barbell Dead Lift 3 […]

Marine Raiders investigated for connection to Green Beret’s death in Mali

The Army’s Criminal Investigation Command (formerly the Criminal Investigation Division), began investigating 2 Marine Raiders believed to be involved in the alleged murder of a Green Beret in Bamako, Mali; West Africa. CID is investigating whether the Raiders aided in the cover up of the murder and whether they were involved directly. Staff Sgt. Logan Melgar was […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: The US Army rolls through Germany

An Army armored element conducts a strategic convoy maneuver at the Hohenfels Training Area in Germany, May 2, 2018, during Combined Resolve, a U.S. Army Europe exercise series held twice a year in southeastern Germany. Army photo by Spc. Andrew McNeil Watch live-fire tank drills in Germany in the video below:

Two Marines May Have Been Present at the Murder of Green Beret in Mali

The murder investigation of Green Beret SSG Logan Melgar has taken another twist. Military investigators are now stating that two Marine Raiders from the Special Operations Command may have been present. Two are already under investigation for the strangling death of Melgar last June. Melgar died from asphyxiation after the SEALs claimed that they engaged […]

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 7, Day 6

It is Friday, so yes, you know it also means Leg Day at the gym. Begin with some Squats – front, and barbell. This builds up the strength in your legs that will help propel the rucksack. Then some lunges and after the weighted sled push or an alternative if your gym doesn’t have one. […]

The Marine Corps upgrades its sniper rifle

The Marine Corps has been long overdue for an updated standard issue precision rifle or “sniper rifle”, finally after a good deal of testing and evaluation the Mk13 Mod 7 has been selected for the role. The Mk13 Mod 7 is essentially an Accuracy International AX series bolt action rifle. The rifle will provide not only […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Navy Seahawk fires flares

A Navy MH-60S Seahawk fires flares during an air power demonstration over the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt in the Pacific Ocean, May 3, 2018. Navy photo by Seaman Michael A. Colemanberry Watch MH-60 Seahawk Helicopters track and shoot down target drones in the video below:

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 7, Day 5

We are heading back to the gym today as we prep for the UBRR with a Chest and Triceps workout. This workout will build your upper body strength. Then a 4-mile ruck march with 45-pounds minimum. Remember to stretch well before and after and to stay hydrated. Mark your progress down in your workout log […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: US Marines in Lithuania

A Marine participates in a field training exercise during Iron Sword 16, a training exercise, in Rukla Training Area, Lithuania, Nov. 29, 2016. The annual multinational exercise involves 11 NATO allies training to increase combined infantry capabilities and forge relationships. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kirstin Merrimarahajara Watch U.S. Marines participate in Iron Sword 16 […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: US Army paratroopers over Italy

An Army paratrooper descends to the ground at Rivolto Air Base in Udine, Italy, Sept. 26, 2017, during Exercise September Heat 2017. The soldier is assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade. Army photo by Paolo Bovo See U.S. Army paratroopers dropping over Italy in the video below:

Special Operations Forces Selection PT Preparation Week 7, Day 3

Tuesday is our favorite Leg Day at the gym, but we’ll begin with pull-ups, squats, and lunges to build up the strength in your lower body. That builds the muscles necessary for carrying a rucksack, which is the bread and butter of SOF. Then a four-mile run in 32 minutes or less which is the […]

SOFREP Pic of the Day: Training for arctic warfare

Paratroopers descend over Malemute drop zone while team members prepare 105 mm howitzers during airborne and live-fire training at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Nov. 22, 2016. Air Force photo by Alejandro Pena Learn more about arctic warfare training in the video below: