Passing BUDS, Interview with Thomas Rosehaley Pt. 2

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

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

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

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 […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.23.2017

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.23.2017

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.23.2017 A heavy day of preparation with the pushups, sit-ups, and crunches. Plus, the longer ruck march to get you ready for a tough day ahead. Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: 100 x pushups (no time limit) 100 x sit ups (no time limit) 100 x crunches 3 x 20 […]

The GORUCK Challenge is a Fun, Interesting Event While Prepping For Selection

The GORUCK Challenge is a Fun, Interesting Event While Prepping For Selection

While preparing to go to Selection, there is a lot of individual work that must be put in. Finding and breaking in the best boots for your feet and prepping your feet for the long road ahead. Then there is the Land Navigation training and map reading which, if you aren’t ready for can be […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.22.2017

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.22.2017

Back to the gym today. Unlike last week where we went heavier weight with less reps, we’re going the opposite this time, building up the endurance. Training: More Preparation for the UBRR: Run 3 miles and record your time Then, head into the gym: 3 x Front Squat 20-15-12 reps (lighter weight) 3 x Goblet […]

What NOT to Do If You Want to Pass Selection

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 3.20.2017

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.20.2017

Continue to prep for the UBRR and get some speed work in on the runs Training: 3 x Pullups 20, 15, 12 reps 3 x Dips 20, 15, 12 reps. With a 25lb weight tied around your waist 3 x Situps 50 reps each 3 x Pushups 50 reps each 3 x 25-meter Shuttle Run, […]

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.18.2017

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 3.17.2017

SOF Selection PT Preparation 3.17.2017

Continue to prep for the UBRR and focus on some speed work today with the runs. Speed work will help with your endurance and gives your muscles a different workout. Training: 5 x 1-mile run Go as quickly as you can with a minimum of 5-minute rest between runs. Record your average mile time. 5 […]

Life In Special Forces Is Rarely Glamourous, Always Rewarding

Life In Special Forces Is Rarely Glamourous, Always Rewarding

One of the things you’ll get asked frequently by family and friends that weren’t living close to you during your military career is “what was life like as a Green Beret?” To the average American, it conjures up visions of Bond, James Bond, John Rambo or MacGuyver where you travel to exotic lands surrounded by […]