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Iron Sights

316 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 78 ratings

Welcome to Iron Sights podcast hosted by Scott Howell. This podcast candidly seeks to create opportunities and deliver impact by sharing the experiences and wisdom of successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders who unapologetically aim to WIN in health, fitness, business, and life. Welcome to old school meets new school, tradition meets innovation, and imperfection meets excellence. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.

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#59 After Dark - Untrackable: Protecting Your Privacy, Security and Health with Aaron Zar from SLNT

March 17, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB

If you’re interested in protecting your privacy and security this episode is for you. Today, I sat down with Aaron Zar from SLNT. The company makes products, specifically bags, cases and wallets that are designed to ensure your electronic devices become invisible, untrackable and silent. It’s not a matter of if, just a matter of when, your personal information gets lifted and your life becomes a living hell. We start this episode discussing SLNT and how Aaron’s company is helpling people lik...

#88 - Erythritol: The Artificial Sweetener Causing "Heart Attacks, Blood Clots and Strokes"

March 13, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! I'm in the studio today with Stephen Brenna and CeCe English to discuss Erythritol and why it's making headlines since being approved by The World Health Organization (WHO) in 1999 and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2001. Recently, popular news outlets have been broadcasting headlines linking Erythritol to terminal illness, disease and death - we're not surprised. This episode covers the research, scientists and facts behind these new studies claiming ...

#58 After Dark - Disaster Preperation & Firearms Culture with Firefighter Nate Vollbrecht

March 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode, I sat down with Nate Vollbrecht. Nate is a good friend of mine who works as a Firefighter in California. We discuss how to prepare yourself for some of the natural disasters that we've seen hit the West Coast as well as firearms training, learning models and firearms culture. Later in this episode, you will hear Nate share his formula for success and obtaining the ultimate success factor percentage - as you will hear, one of the key co...

#87 - It’s Only As Hard As You Make It: Getting Back On Track with Your Health & Fitness

March 06, 2023 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! We're back in San Jose after a quick trip to Utah and felt inspired to discuss getting back on track during hard times. Recently, we've discussed how to overcome a weight loss plateau, maximizing fat loss/muscle gain with cardio, and the mindblowing effects on sleep. After talking to countless clients and gym members we're picking up on a common theme right now - shit is HARD and momentum is slowing down for everyone who started off the year on cloud nine. I sat ...

#57 After Dark - The Best Martial Art For Personal Protection: Physical & Psychological Self Defence with Aaron Jannetti

March 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MB

In this episode, I sat down with Aaron Jannetti to discuss martial arts, Endeavor Defence & Fitness and Knife Control Concepts. Aaron is a 2nd degree brown belt in BJJ, 2X Black Belt in Krav Maga and has an extensive background in fitness, coaching and self-defense. We breakdown the physical and psychological components of self defence and compare wrestling, BJJ, Krav Maga and other martial arts - Aaron provides his opinions on the best strategy and approach you might consider for personal p...

#57 After Dark - The Best Martial Art For Personal Protection: Physical & Psychological Self Defense with Aaron Jannetti

March 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MB

In this episode, I sat down with Aaron Jannetti to discuss martial arts, Endeavor Defense & Fitness and Knife Control Concepts. Aaron is a 2nd degree brown belt in BJJ, 2X Black Belt in Krav Maga and has an extensive background in fitness, coaching and self-defense. We breakdown the physical and psychological components of self defense and compare wrestling, BJJ, Krav Maga and other martial arts - Aaron provides his opinions on the best strategy and approach you might consider for personal p...

#86 - Overcoming A Weight Loss Plateau: Instructions On How To Keep Your Fat Loss On Track

February 27, 2023 08:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, we're back in the studio with CeCe English and Stephen Brenna to talk Plateaus, weight loss, nutrition & goal specific adaptations. If you've ever followed a workout program and all of a sudden your results stop or sometimes even begin to reverse - this episode will hit home! Click the link below to download the free PDF referenced in this episode and claim your 50% discount to start Fuel University today! Download Your Free PDF Guide Here: htt...

#56 After Dark - Law Enforcement, BJJ & Paradox Training Solutions with Ruben Alvarez

February 24, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! Back in January, I was able to sit down with Ruben Alvarez at SHOT SHOW. We get into Ruben's background: playing jazz music, his fathers love for Martial Arts, both parents being in Law Enforcement and his decision to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu..  More recently, Alvarez founded his own training company - Paradox Training Solutions. Tune in for the full story behind the name, Ruben's approach towards training for real life situations and his transition f...

#85 - Maximize Your Fat Loss with Cardio: Fasted vs. Fed

February 20, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Back in the studio today with Jeff Chenault & CeCe English to talk about fasted vs. fed cardio when it comes to fat loss. Which is the superior route if your goal is maximal body fat loss? That's what this episode is all about - answering common questions,  debunking myths, reviewing the science and providing the truth! At the end of the day, fasted cardio is not always the best approach to maximizing fat loss at home or at the gym. Tune in to this episode and train with us in-person or onli...

#55 After Dark: Becoming A Ranger, Improving Through Failure, Dealing with Threats & Founding Kinetic Consulting with Jon "Duffy" Dufresne

February 17, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 59 MB

Today I had the opportunity to meet with Jon Dufresne. After leaving the Military, Jon got into Executive Protection and transitioned into the world of coaching and firearms instruction. In my mind, Dufresne is who I would consider "A Coach's Coach".  We get into all kinds of stuff during this episode which was recorded off-site in Las Vegas at SHOT SHOW 2023. Whether you're already a Duffy fan , interested in becoming a Ranger or learning more about the world of firearms instruction and coa...

#84 - Sleepwalking Through Life: The Mindblowing Effects of Sleep Quality

February 13, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode Jeff Chenault and Stephen Brenna are back this time to discuss sleep. In the fitness industry "sleep quality" has been a hot topic and the global sleep aids market size is expected to nearly double from 2021 - 2023. But we're not here to sell you a nightime routine or softer pajamas - this conversation is focused on WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW about sleep including: key hormones, research & science-backed recommendations that you can implement on your ow...

#54 After Dark - Building A Top Tier Firearms Manufacturing Company with Aaron Quinn, CEO & Chief Innovator at Cobalt Kinetics

February 10, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

In this After Dark episode, I sat down with Aaron Quinn, CEO & Chief Innovator at Cobalt Kinetics. If you're into the shooting game, there's a variety of gear, equipment and firearms manufacturers here in the United States. One of the things that fascinates me is all the new products that continue to hit the market. That being said, behind every new product is a person and Aaron is that person behind Cobalt Kinetics. In this episode, Aaron talks about where and how Cobalt got started as well...

#83 - The Science of Creatine: How It Works & Why It Matters

February 06, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

In this episode, we're talking all things creatine. Outside of caffeine, creatine remains one of the most studied performance enhancements on the market but recent research coming out highlights more benefits - for your brain. I sat down with Jeff Chanault & Stephen Brenna (from the Red Dot Fitness crew) to share everything we know. Download the free guide mentioned in the intro here! 6 Steps To Optimal Health Free Download: https://www.rdfguides.com Timestamps: 00:00 Whatsup Wednesday P...

#53 After Dark - Developing The Hard Skills with Matt Pranka of XRAY ALPHA

February 03, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

Welcome back to another  After Dark episode! In this one, I sat down with Matt Pranka.  After retiring from a high level military unit, Pranka started XRAY ALPHA & challenged the status quo on social media with posts & questions on tactics, skills & all things training. In this episode, we talk about XRAY ALPHA, firearms instruction, his coaching philosophy & the shooting world at large. Love him or hate him, agree or don't agree, I think there's value in challenging the status quo and he's ...

#82 - 5x5 Workout Pros & Cons: The Science of Adding Size, Strength & Building Muscle

January 30, 2023 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! Today, CeCe, Jeff and I talk about 5X5 Training  and the pros/cons that come along with it. You've probably heard of this type of training and all the muscle building and increased strength promises that come with it. In this episode, we're going to break it down for you so that you can implement it into your strength training routine the right way. 5x5 training is a strength training method that focuses on using compound exercises to target multiple muscle gro...

#52 After Dark - From Combat To Business: Naval Special Warfare, Sniper School & Founding Bruiser Industries with Joe Dawson

January 27, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 72 MB

Welcome to another After Dark episode! We're kicking off January with some incredible guests. As you heard last week, I recently attended SHOT Show and had the chance to connect, meet & learn from some incredible people within the industry. For today's episode, I sat down with Joe Dawson from Bruiser Industries. We discuss his journey from "awkward kid" to Sniping Instructor. I really enjoyed this conversation - he brings a lot of energy to the table.  We discuss his background including: BU...

#81 - Do It Yourself: Achieve Optimal Strength, Increase Power & Improve Your Physique with RDF MAX

January 23, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Today, CeCe and I are talking about Red Dot Fitness (RDF) Max. This self-guided program is designed for the active fitness enthusiast looking to achieve optimal strength, power and improve their physique. This do-it-yourself program goes beyond the traditional squat, bench and deadlift exercises commonly found in other programs, check out RDF Max at rdfmax.com Timestamps: 00:00 RDF Max Program Overview 10:16 Let's Get Specific 12:04 Principles of Specificity 17:09 Why Should People Do RDF ...

#51 After Dark - Rights In The Crosshairs: Your Constitutional Rights vs. The Government with Cody Wisniewski From Firearms Policy Coalition

January 19, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Welcome back to iron Sights After Dark! This is the first of 7 episodes we're dropping from a Vegas suite at SHOT SHOW 2023. I had the honor to sit down with Senior Litegator Cody Wisniewski  from The Firearms Policy Coalition. Cody dives deep into his background in this episode. Wisniewski earned his B.A. in Joint Honours Classics and Philosophy from the University of Ottawa and discussed briefly living in Canada during this episode. He then graduated from the University of San Diego School...

#80 - Nootropics For Optimal Brain Function

January 16, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

What is the secret to better brain function?  Is there a naturally-occurring compound that can enhance cognition, mental sharpness and create a heightened sense of wellbeing? Today I have CeCe, Jeff and one of our nutrition coaches, Stephen Brenna in the studio to talk all things NOOTROPICS. How can we boost our nootropic intake naturally, and what kind of nootropic-containing supplements  are available on the market? We'll go deep into these questions and also address what nootropics can ...

#50 After Dark - Boots On The Ground In Ukraine: Providing Critical Disaster Relief To Those In Need with Mark Turner

January 13, 2023 08:00 - 2 hours - 90.4 MB

Mark Turner is a former U.S. Marine, owns a BJJ school and is the founder of the Overwatch Foundation. His foundation recruits, trains and deploys highly trained former special operations military veterans to areas of disaster to provide critical disaster relief and high value humanitarian support to those in times of crisis. Some of their work occurs right here in the U.S. but in this conversation we cover his trips abroad. Mark has traveled to Ukraine 5 times with his crew. His story is co...

#79 - Adaptogenic Herbs for Optimal Health: Ginseng, Ashwagandha and Rhodiola

January 08, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MB

Welcome back to the Iron Sights Podcast! In this episode, I sat down with the typical team at Red Dot Fitness in addition to one of our fitness coaches, Stephen Brenna. In this episode we discuss Adaptogenic herbs and their benefits. The focus of this episode is on: Ashwagandha, Rhodiola and Ginseng. Ashwagandha is a popular adaptogenic herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It is believed to help the body adapt to stress, improve cognitive function, and boost immunity...

#49 After Dark - The Story of Jeff Nichols: Inside The Mind of A Navy SEAL

January 06, 2023 08:00 - 2 hours - 104 MB

Welcome back to the Iron Sights Podcast! In this episode, I sat down with Jeff Nichols, former Navy SEAL and founder of Performance First.  Nichols has been a strength coach for over 20 years working with athletes of all ages in amateur and professional athletics. Jeff is certified through the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Facilitator both with distinction. Jeff began his career as a graduate assistant at Troy University under Richard Schaughnessy CSCS*D and ...

#78 - Creating the Perfect Home Gym: Expert Tips and Tricks

January 02, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, we discuss how to create the perfect home gym. Working out at home has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. There are numerous benefits to establishing a home gym and making exercise a regular part of your routine and schedule. First and foremost, working out at home can save you time and money. No need to drive to a gym or pay for a membership. You can also tailor your home workout to fit your specific needs. In add...

#48 After Dark - From Protect and Serve to Unemployed: The Vaccine Mandate That Stole Joel Evan's Badge

December 30, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

This episode is with special guest Joel Evan, a former Law Enforcement officer from the Bay Area. Evan recently moved into the world of health, fitness and wellness coaching. How did that happen you might ask? In this episode, you will hear from Joel on how he was fired from S.F.P.D. for not taking the jab which led him into his passion for continued education, biohacking and personal development. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:37 Hacks vs. Biohacking 06:11 Joel's Podcast 08:31 Being A Coach 1...

#77 - Conditioning For Winter Sports

December 26, 2022 08:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Welcome back to the Iron Sights podcast! It's just a day after Christmas and we are ready to discuss Conditioning For Winter Sports. Chances are, you've tried winter sports at least once in your life... In fact, millions of people and their families hit the slopes every year. We start off with some key tips about preparing for the winter season and complete the episode with mobility and strengthening tips to build you up for the ultimate snow day.  Whether you prefer a pair of skis or a snow...

#47 After Dark - Hidden Wars, Drug Cartels & Restoring Americas Wildlands with John Nores

December 23, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MB

I got the opportunity to sit down with retired Lieutenant, John Nores. He was the co-host of the TV Show Wild Justice, appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience & has co-hosted a couple great documentaries on California wildlife & protection. Nores has an extensive background as a Game Warden here is the state of California where he has investigated and battled environmental crime and wildlife resource destruction for nearly  30 years. His book, Hidden Wars shares detailed accounts of his first h...

#76 - The 4 Hormones That Rule Your Life: Testosterone, Estrogen, Insulin & Cortisol

December 19, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

Today we're talking hormones! We're going to discuss the 4 most important hormones we think most people need t understand in order to live better, look better & perform better. If you're like most people and want to look better, feel better and perform better - you should check us out at rdftrainonline.com Timestamps: 00:00 They Sold Him What? 07:13 Testosterone 26:30 Estrogen 38:34 Insulin 50:15 Cortisol Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: https://www.rdftrainonline.com Online membership ...

#46 After Dark - Oregon Measure 114: High-Capacity Magazine Ban & Permit To Purchase with Black Flag Armory CEO John Humpton

December 16, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

In this episode, I sat down with John Humpton who owns Black Flag Armory in Medford Oregon. I reached out to John to discuss measure 114 and bring insight to the 2A community and how quickly gun laws could change in your state. We discuss the impact of measure 114 and how it will affect citizens if passed. John describes the measure as “intentionally deceptive” and after listening you’ll know exactly why. Although the measure advertises “required background checks” to voters there are a few ...

#75 - Foods To Avoid If You Want To Live Past 70: GMOs, Inflammatory Foods & More!

December 12, 2022 08:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MB

Download The 6 Steps To Optimal Health: https://www.reddotfitness.net/guides In this episode I sit down with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to discuss foods to avoid if you want to live past 70. I start this episode by diving into stats relevant to everyone interested in longevity and optimizing your quality of life. We talk about inflammation, food programs implemented in elementary schools, soil depletion & chemicals as well as additives. When it comes to longevity the three major dietary ...

#45 After Dark - Lucky To Be Alive: Staying Humble, Grounded & Dangerous with 9mm Musashi

December 09, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 84.6 MB

In this episode, I sat down with @9mm.musashi to discuss his story and what led him into Law Enforcement. This conversation covers life as a patrol officer, his background working for LAPD, near death experiences & his opinion on controversial events involving Law Enforcement including Uvalde, George Floyd & more! We shift into management, leadership, healthy habits, optimization and the media's role in the public perception of Law Enforcement. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcoming 9mm Musashi 02:41 ...

#74 - Eating Through The Holidays Without Gaining Fat

December 05, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

In this episode, we discuss eating through the holidays without gaining too much fat. Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: https://www.rdftrainonline.com Use code STRONG20 for 20% off RDF Strong. Online membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching): https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membership Virtual Coaching: https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coaching Self-Guided Programs: https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1 Connect With Us: Website - https://ironsi...

#44 After Dark - American Made with Brian Littlefield Co-Founder of JOCKO Fuel

December 02, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 110 MB

Use Code "IRONSIGHTS" For 10% off www.jockofuel.com In this episode, I sat down with the Chief Product Officer & Co-Founder of JOCKO Fuel, Brian Littlefield. This episode was recorded at JOCKO Fuel headquarters in Farmington, Maine. Prior to interviewing Brian, I spent a full day visiting the manufacturing and distribution facilities for Origin USA and JOCKO Fuel. This company prides itself on providing raw-to-ready American sourced and made jiu-jitsu gis, active/work wear, hunting apparel...

#73 - What Healthy Actually Feels Like: Digestion, Brain Fog & Low Energy

November 28, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

In this episode we discuss what healthy actually feels like. We cover client consultations, digestive issues, health complications and next steps for anyone looking to get healthy.  The key takeaway is to start paying attention to the signals coming from your body and change your behavior so you can improve. Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: https://www.rdftrainonline.com Use code STRONG20 for 20% off RDF Strong. Online membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching): https:/...

#43 After Dark - My Take On Evaluating The Best Coaches & Courses Within The Firearms Community

November 25, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

In this solo episode, I sit down to reflect on the past year and my experience taking over 20 courses within the firearms community. This is my take on evaluating the best coaches and courses. My goal is for instructors and students to find value in learning the best practices that I've seen demonstrated from great coaches. Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: https://www.rdftrainonline.com Use code STRONG20 for 20% off RDF Strong. Online membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Co...

#72 - Ten Questions To Ask Your Personal Trainer Before You Give Them Any Money

November 21, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

There's lots of ways to get involved in fitness programs: group classes, self-guided programs or you can hire a coach to personalize things for you. In this episode, we go through the top 10 questions every client that's looking for a coach should ask that coach before they get involved in a program with them. As a reminder, all of these episodes are brought to you by RDF training products and programs. You can find out more about those products and programs by going to rdftrainonline.com ...

#42 After Dark - CQB In Miami with Chris Kuras At Condition One Group

November 18, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MB

In this episode, I got to sit down with Chris Kuras at Condition One Group in Miami Florida. I flew out to experience Condition One's CQB training in their 9,000 sq./ft. facility and came in the day before to record a conversation with Chris Kuras to give you a look at what to expect from the course, their company as well as Chris's background in Law Enforcement and strength coaching.  We get into shit talk, training, overcoming health complications, veterans & most importantly, CQB. There's...

#71 - What To Do If You Have Elbow Pain

November 14, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MB

If you've been in the fitness game long enough, you're going to get some aches and pains along the way.  Today we're going to talk about medial and lateral elbow pain, specific to what's happening at and below the elbow. We will discuss workarounds: how to maintain active movement and exercise without making the injury worse. You will learn the reasons why you are having medial and/or lateral elbow pain and finally how to strength, stretch and mobilize your way out of elbow pain. Red Dot Fi...

#41 After Dark - Creating The Best Firearms Community Event

November 11, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode,  I sat down with Jeff Chenault, Eli Helfman & Kayla Rebozzi to recap our experience this past weekend at California Range Weekend (CRW) in Los Angeles. We've been talking about CRW on Iron Sights for quite some time so it was great to get down there and meet everyone that showed up! A big thank you to everyone listening who attended and got involved after listening to Iron Sights.  This discussion highlights key takeaways from a varie...

#70 - How To Build Muscle In 30 Minutes Per Day

November 07, 2022 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

If you only have 30 minutes per day is even worth working out? In this episode, I sat down with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to discuss the benefits and application of optimizing your workouts if you only have 30 minutes per day. Are you going to win any bodybuilding competitions or become an Olympic weightlifter in 30 minutes per day - probably not - but you can gain benefit & muscle gain in 30 minutes per day. Topics Discussed: How many days should you workout Should the frequency of wor...

#40 After Dark - Firearms Instruction, Community & California Range Weekend Prep with Kyle Manzano

November 04, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MB

In this after dark episode, I got together with my buddy Kyle Manzano from Manzano Tactical. I actually met with him over at his shop and we talked a bit about what he does and what he's doing as an instructor. Kyle's an interesting guy and he's doing a lot of things in the industry - he is making a lot of waves. While we're discussing that, we're actually putting together a SBR for me. You will hear us working in Kyles garage while recording. If you hop on over to the YouTube channel, you'...

#69 - Building Foundational Strength: RDF Strong Program Overview

October 31, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, I sat down with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to talk about RDF Strong: A foundational strength training program available at rdftrainonline.com If you  want to follow a proven program designed by a collective group of trainers at Red Dot Fitness, RDF Strong is the best place to start: https://www.reddotfitness.net/p16297-rdf-strong For the first 50 people USE CODE "STRONG20" FOR 20% OFF! Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: https://www.rdftraino...

#39 After Dark - Functional Neurology To Optimize Your Performance On The Mat, Range & In Life with Tony Rhine

October 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.1 MB

This episode is sponsored by BLKGUNCO: https://www.blkgunco.com/ In this episode, I sat down with Neuroathletic coach, Tony Rhine. Tony helps 30-50 year old individuals get out of pain and perform at their best. He is a lifelong learner, jiu-jitsu practitioner, former boxer and soccer athlete. In this episode, Rhine shares  how training the brain and vestibular system can improve human performance specifically on the mat, range & in life.  His content on Instagram caught my eye and I invite...

#68 - Improve Your Pull Up Strength (Drills, Tricks & Anatomy Explained)

October 24, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

One of the most intimidating exercises for any new lifter is the pull up. For years, I've worked with clients and have helped them get better at pull ups. In this episode, I am joined by trainers CeCe English & Jeff Chenault who have also helped countless clients get better at doing pull ups. The three of us walk you through solutions we've found to quickly progress and improve your strength. We discuss: anatomy of the exercise, drills to do, eccentrics, grip strength & more! Get RDF Strong...

#38 After Dark - These Guns Laws Are Coming To Your State ft. Kyle Manzano With Manzano Tactical

October 21, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode, I sat down with Jeff Chenault and special guest Kyle Manzano with Manzano Tactical.  To open this episode, we got into Kyle's business and the origin story of the popular Manzano Tactical targets which have made their rounds around the world. Later in the episode the conversation shifts to gun laws that are coming to your state. It's been a wild couple months in California and there's some recent legislation that has passed through San...

#67 - Enabling vs. Overcoming Unhealthy Behaviors: Generations of Obesity, Diabetes & Metabolic Disease

October 17, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

This episode is about acknowledging, forming accountability and taking responsibility for the behaviors that are most detrimental to your health.  CeCe begins the episode discussing the root cause starting with the younger generation. She discusses body image issues as well as overcoming personal health issues in her own life in order to be a better mother. Arguably, there isn't a nation in the world that has more resources, research and accessibility when it comes to health than The United ...

An Iron Sights Update with Scott Howell

October 14, 2022 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.63 MB

Tune in for an update on what's been going and what to expect with Iron Sights. Listen to Scott Howell's Interview on The Path Podcast with Mike Salemi: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/readying-your-life-business-for-the-unpredictable/id1643622665?i=1000581904483 Sponsors by Red Dot Fitness Online Training Programs: Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: https://www.rdftrainonline.com Online membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching): https://www.reddotfitness.net/onl...

#66 - Challenging The Magic of Cold Emersion Therapy

October 10, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

In this episode, CeCe, Jeff and I challenge the hot topic of cold exposure and/or cold therapy. Let's be honest, everyone is doing it - it's a hot topic but nobody really knows how often to do it, the exact temperature you should be implementing it with and all the other variables that go undiscussed. Filling a bathtub with ice and jumping in for a couple minutes isn't the only way cold therapy is showing up - we also discuss cryotherapy & nitrogen chambers. This conversation covers the comm...

#37 After Dark - EMDR Therapy For Trauma, PTSD & The Dangers of Normalizing Mental Health with Therapist Destiny Morris

October 07, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MB

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! After ten years of school, two bachelors and a masters degree Destiny Morris somehow found time to stop by and record an episode with me on all things mental health. We got connected through my good friends Greg & Jesse over at The Overwatch Collective. Destiny's private practice focuses on healing trauma within the first responder community.  Our conversation explores new forms of therapy like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDP) and t...

#65 - The Truth About Cardio & Muscle Loss

October 03, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

This episode is all about cardio and muscle loss. After getting a ton of questions after posting Episode #57: Cardio Will Save Your Life,  I sat down with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to discuss the ridiculousness of the countless claims that doing cardio results in an increase in muscle loss.  We define cardio, talk about what ACTUALLY happens when your body breaks down muscle and provide our recommendation to how to best implement cardio alongside strength training to get great results. Wh...

#36 After Dark - The Business of Executive Protection & Life Lessons with Devon Taggart

September 30, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 91 MB

In this episode, I sat down with Devon Taggart, he is an executive at Crisis24. Devon gives insight into the business of one of the fastest growing industries in the world, Executive Protection (EP). We trade stories of being young, creating the life you want & lessons we've learned along the way. Taggart shares insight into the journey of working your way up in the industry and challenges most people face: relationships, friendship & lack of time with family. You will learn tactics people w...

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