Iron Sights
316 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 78 ratingsWelcome 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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After Dark #36 - The Business of Executive Protection & Life Lessons with Devon Taggart
September 30, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 91 MBIn 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...
#64 - Supplements To Achieve Your Goals: Vitamins, Nutraceuticals, Nutritional Deficiencies, Pre-Workout & More!
September 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, I sit down with CeCe English and Jeff Chenault to discuss the supplement industry and how it can both help and hurt you depending on whether or not you are properly informed. There's a ton of info packed into this episode! Jeff makes up some new words, CeCe shares crazy stats on the predicted growth of the industry and I steer the conversation towards informing you how to navigate the world of supplements so that you can achieve your performance,...
#64 - Supplements To Achieve Optimal Performance, Physique Goals & Longevity: Vitamins, Nutraceuticals, Nutritional Deficiencies, Pre-Workout & More!
September 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, I sit down with CeCe English and Jeff Chenault to discuss the supplement industry and how it can both help and hurt you depending on whether or not you are properly informed. There's a ton of info packed into this episode! Jeff makes up some new words, CeCe shares crazy stats on the predicted growth of the industry and I steer the conversation towards informing you how to navigate the world of supplements so that you can achieve your performance,...
#35 After Dark - Police Culture with Hostage Negotiator & K9 Handler Chris Haugh
September 23, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 90 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! This episode was a good one...I brought in Chris Haugh, hostage negotiator and active LEO to discuss police culture and his past as an officer in California. Chris describes a few stories in this episode that are worth listening to... From negotiating with criminals, to intense officer involved shooting incidents, this episode is filled with insightful information and intense situations that will keep you entertained. Let us know what you think! Spons...
After Dark #35 - Police Culture with Hostage Negotiator & K9 Handler Chris Haugh
September 23, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 90 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! This episode was a good one...I brought in Chris Haugh, hostage negotiator and active LEO to discuss police culture and his past as an officer in California. Chris describes a few stories in this episode that are worth listening to... From negotiating with criminals, to intense officer involved shooting incidents, this episode is filled with insightful information and intense situations that will keep you entertained. Let us know what you think! Spons...
#63 - Break A Plateau: Get Consistent Results & Better Gains When You Workout
September 19, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, I sit down with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to discuss goal specific gains & how to overcome plateaus in the gym. Whether you are a beginner, novice or experienced lifter - you will reach a point where it feels like your body is no longer adapting. We discuss the most commonly known ways to beat a plateau as well as what we've seen to work having coached thousands of clients. At the end of the day, understanding the basic concepts explained in t...
After Dark #34 - The Life of A Firefighter: Drinks & Cigars with Pranay Manghirmalani
September 16, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 88.6 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! I got the opportunity to sit outside over cigars with Pranay Manghirmalani. This is Pranay’s second time on the show. To listen to his full story check out Iron Sights episode #41 where we discuss his experience working with CAL FIRE, the journey of becoming a firefighter and fighting the 2020 California fires. After a trip overseas, Pranay is back to provide an update on his life serving communities here locally and abroad. This episode was recorded o...
#62 - All The Reasons Why You Have Back Pain & How To Feel Great Again
September 12, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode I sat down with CeCe Engligh and Jeff Chenault to discuss All The Reasons You Have Back Pain & How To Feel Great Again. The chronic lower back pain market was valued at 6.3 billion in 2018 and it's projected to reach as much as 9.3 billion by the year 2026 - That market would include anything from treatments to medications. Chances are you have low back pain, experienced low back pain, or at least know somebody who has had low back pain. In thi...
#33 After Dark - Suicide Awareness: Protect & Support People Through The Darkest Time of Their Life with Greg From The Overwatch Collective
September 09, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 85 MBIn this episode, I sat down with Greg from The Overwatch Collective (TOC) to discuss suicide. A few months back, JP and I interviewed Co-founders Greg & Jesse from TOC on their service history & mission with the non-profit. In recognition of suicide awareness month, I wanted to have a long form open-ended discussion on suicide with Greg to open dialogue on suicide within the LEO, first responder & civilian world. Greg discusses police calls, incidents of suicide & best practices for anyone d...
#61 - The Road To Recovery: Getting Back After Injury & How To Return Stronger Than You Were Before
September 05, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBIf you've ever been hurt, injured, or delayed from your current workout program, sport or even activities of daily living - you know how frustrating that can be. In this episode, I sat down with CeCe English and we're talking about returning to play from an injury. Some of the things to be aware of, how to advocate for yourself and how to approach things differently so you can get back into action as soon as possible and come back stronger than when you left. Sponsors by Red Dot Fitness O...
#32 After Dark - Getting Shot In The Face, Death On The Job & Becoming A K9 Police Handler with Retired Cop Nicholas McCarthy
September 02, 2022 07:00 - 3 hours - 124 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode, I sat down with recently retired cop Nicholas McCarthy who stopped by the studio to share his story for the first time since he took medical leave back in 2021. McCarthy talks about growing up in a Law Enforcement family and befriending his uncle who spent most of his life behind bars. There were two options for Nick: Join Law Enforcement or run the other way. Nick shares that the desire to be a K9 handler motivated him to be a standou...
#60 - Our Top 3 Overrated Gym Exercises For Your Legs, Glutes & Core!
August 29, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBWe're back with our top 3 overrated gym exercises for your legs, glutes & core. Cece, Jeff and I each came to the table with one exercise that we deem overrated - not because they are bad but due to the fact that they are commonly overused or used in ways that are impractical or not optimal for an individuals desired outcome. Our picks might surprise you but are backed by decades of experience, client application and results driven programming that you can check out at rdftrainonline.com if ...
#31 After Dark - SWAT Tac Medic Pro Tips That Save Lives & Officer Involved Shootings with Full Time Patrol Officer Greg Simpson
August 26, 2022 07:00 - 2 hours - 92.2 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode, I sat down with Greg Simpson. After serving in the US Army reserve for over 8 years, Simpson's experience as a Combat Medic with EMT credentials helped him stand out during his transition into Law Enforcement. Greg has served as a full-time patrol officer since 2015 and is also a California P.O.S.T. Certified First Aid/CPR/AED instructor. As a SWAT team member, Greg serves as both a tactical medic and operator. After sharing wild stori...
#59 - Taking Care of Your Feet: Anatomy, Footwear, Performance, Pain & More!
August 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBIn this episode we're talking all about feet! Feet are gross but when it comes to performance & pain, selecting footwear and understanding how critical your feet are is crucial. The big question to ask is - what can you do to improve how you take care of your feet? Each foot is made up of 26 bones, 30 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments, all of which work together to provide support, balance and mobility. This episode dives deep on previous injuries we've had as well as...
#30 After Dark - Executive Protection: How To Protect, Prevent Threats & Respond To Crisis with Blake Crider
August 19, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBIn this episode, I interviewed Blake Crider, to discuss his experience working for the past decade in Executive Protection (EP). Crider graduated from Northern Michigan University in Criminal Justice before moving his family to California after a celebrity assignment in EP. I was impressed with Blake's story and experience - he shares a good amount of stories from his EP years with: paparazzi, celebrity clients, traveling & more! Blake is a leader at the executive level with Crisis24. The f...
#58 - Gym Equipment: 9 Tools To Master For Effective Workouts
August 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBIn this Iron Sights episode, I brought back CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to discuss pros & cons 9 pieces of gym equipment that you will see in almost every gym. If you've every had questions regarding variations of gym equipment or which equipment you should or should not be using for effective workouts you should tune in to this episode. This episode will also provide you easy ways to explain the benefits of different equipment to friends or family. We breakdown both conventional and noncon...
#29 After Dark - Reaching The Masses with Social Media: Growing The Brand with YouTube, TikTok & IG
August 12, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBThis episode took a turn due to a last minute guest cancellation. I sat down with Eli Helfman who was already set-up to discuss some of the wins, losses and lessons when it comes to creating content across iTunes, TikTok, YouTube & IG. If you're interested in a behind the scenes look at how the After Dark series was created, the thought process behind it or how to start a similar project for yourself - tune in for the strategy and lessons we've learned along the way. We will be back Monday ...
#57 - Cardio Will Save Your Life: The Secret To Longevity and Ultimate Fitness
August 08, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBCardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, diabetes and heart attacks remain the leading causes of death in the western world. Chances are you know someone who has been negatively affected by the health challenges that occur from poor cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular fitness is imperative for both longevity and overall health and wellness but it can also drastically improve both performance and aesthetics. In this episode, I brought in CeCe English and Jeff Chenault to break down cardio a...
#28 After Dark - Starting Black Guns Matter In Philly: A Conversation of Truth, Racism, Government, Politics, Censorship & Constitutional Rights with Maj Toure
August 05, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBIn this episode, I interviewed Maj Toure: a political activist, rapper and community leader. Toure is an outspoken Libertarian who ran for city council in 2019 and has traveled the country visiting inner cities advocating for citizens 2nd amendment rights and education for underprivileged communities. I found Toure through social media and got connected with him through a mutual belief: the truth matters. Maj has been featured on countless talk shows and televised news networks primarily for...
#56 - Ending The Debate On Foam Rolling: Myths, Dangers, Anatomy, Pros & Cons
August 01, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode of Iron Sights, I sat down again with Jeff and CeCe to put the foam rolling debate to bed once and for all. There's been a lot discussion surrounding foam rolling throughout the years (some of which I was highly bought into) and we talk about our personal and client experiences on this show. This episode covers: myths, claims, dangers, anatomy and the pros and cons of foam rolling. Sponsors by Red Dot Fitness Online Training Programs: Red Dot Fitness Training Programs: http...
#27 After Dark - Police K9 Dog Training with Handler & Expert Dog Trainer Ricky Rivera
July 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBIn this episode, I sat down with Ricky Rivera of Spectrum Canine and his dog Icon. Head over to the Iron Sights YouTube Channel and make sure you're subscribed to be able to watch Icon in action as well as view some behind the scenes content from this episode - that will drop early next week. I personally hired Ricky and it was the best damn money I've ever spent. Great coaches recognize good coaching and I knew right away that Rivera is on an entire different level. We discuss how he got st...
#55 - Optimal Mobility and Flexibility: How To Get Better At Both and Eliminate Pain
July 25, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn this episode, I sat down with CeCe English and Jeff Chenault. We discuss: mobility training, the importance of mobility, the difference between mobility and flexibility, how to get better at both and some of our personal experiences first getting into mobility and flexibility training. The three of us cover both pros and cons that we've run into along the way, and how to learn from our experiences to amplify your own training. I want you to get great results following your current program...
#26 After Dark - Foundational Performance Training For The Tactical Athlete with Jeff Chenault
July 22, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark. We’ve heard from performance coach & trainer Jeff Chenault before but in this episode, I brought him in for his first After Dark appearance to discuss performance training for the tactical athlete. Chenault discusses his background and how his search to alleviate pain sent him on a path to study the human body, root causes of pain & a deep understanding on how the body works. Jeff discussed fascia, holistic systems of the body & relates his knowledge t...
#54 - The Best 3 Ways To Structure Your Upper Body Workouts with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault
July 18, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights. In this episode, I sat down with Red Dot Fitness President, CeCe English & Trainer Jeff Chenault to discuss 3 different ways to structure your upper body workout for maximal results. In previous episodes we talked about how to structure you workout program to see more gains. In this particular episode, we're focusing on the upper body and highlighting three different approaches you might want to consider depending on your goal, capacity & exercise history. Myself...
#25 After Dark - The Best of Iron Sights After Dark: Kayley Gunner, CRW, Byron Rodgers, Triple Feed & More!
July 15, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBFor the 25th episode of Iron Sights After Dark we're running it back to some of our favorite moments of the show so far. I've had the chance to interview some incredible guests and travel the country to bring you some fun dialogue with my favorite people! In case you missed any After Dark episodes today we're dropping something special - A highlight of some of the memorable moments, most viewed clips & best stories from Iron Sights After Dark. Episodes Mentioned: #1 - The Cook Bros #5 - Kay...
#25 - The Best of Iron Sights After Dark: Kayley Gunner, CRW, Byron Rodgers, Triple Feed & More!
July 15, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBFor the 25th episode of Iron Sights After Dark we're running it back to some of our favorite moments of the show so far. I've had the chance to interview some incredible guests and travel the country to bring you some fun dialogue with my favorite people! In case you missed any After Dark episodes today we're dropping something special - A highlight of some of the memorable moments, most viewed clips & best stories from Iron Sights After Dark. Episodes Mentioned: #1 - The Cook Bros #5 - Kay...
#53 - How To Structure Your Workout Program For Maximal Results: Frequency, Exercises, Expectations & More!
July 11, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBThis episode is sponsored by Red Dot Fitness. In this episode, I sat down with CeCe English & Jeff Chenault to discuss How To Structure Your Workout Program For Maximal Results. CeCe is the President at Red Dot Fitness and has a PhD in Sociocultural Foundations of Sport and Education. Jeff is an experienced trainer and one of our go to fitness coaches for results based programming through Red Dot Fitness. We began this episode by sharing our personal experience with first starting a consi...
#24 After Dark - Rick Field: Working 27 Years In California's Most Dangerous Prisons
July 08, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBIn this After Dark episode I sat down with Rick Field - a retired California Corrections Officer who served over 25 years at the highest security prisons in California including Corcoran State Prison, famously housing notorious criminals such as: Charles Manson, Joseph DeAngelo, Sirhan Sirhan & Jaime Osuna. Rick shares how his high stress life resulted in a having a stroke and being diagnosed with kidney failure all before the age of 60. After serving the state of California for decades, Fie...
#52 - Explosive Power Training Done Right: Prevent Your Body From Getting F****ed Up!
July 04, 2022 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode, we're talking about power training: 1. How To Be Explosive 2. Why Power Training Is Important 3. When You Should Power Train 4. When You Shouldn't Power Train 5. Who Power Training Is Appropriate For 6. How To Structure Your Program This episode will help you get the most out of your power training. I brought in two of my favorite people: My life and business partner CeCe English and Trainer Jeff Chenault. You can find out more about Red Dot Fitness and what we do h...
#23 After Dark - Who's Really Responsible For Law Enforcement Officer Accountability?
July 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBIn the wake of recent tragic events across the country, violence in schools, shopping malls and public places, I wanted to come to the table with JP and discuss a few things that have really caused and created some frustration both in our community and outside our community. JP and I have close relationships with members of law enforcement as well as distressed civilians. Some of the topics discussed in this After Dark episode will be controversial. This stuff may touch a nerve for both c...
#51 - Nutrition & Dietary Success: Conquer The First 30 Days of Your Diet and/or Nutrition Program with Fuel University
June 27, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBWe're gonna start this episode by asking you to take a look back in time, back to a time where you attempted to diet or got involved in some type of nutrition plan or program for the very first time. Maybe it was a challenge, maybe it was a bet or competition. It's possible you've never done any of those things before but you know somebody that has. I find it wild how much people are willing to suffer in order to achieve some type of dietary success, which is often in an attempt to find som...
#22 After Dark: The Community Behind California Range Weekend
June 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBFollow California Range Weekend Instagram: @california_range_weekend Website: carangeweekend.com Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:06 Welcoming Jesse & Tony From California Range Weekend (CRW) 06:40 How We Got Connected 07:30 Tony Molina's Background 11:00 Life At Burro Canyon 15:05 The Origin of CRW 17:29 A Preview of The Instructors That Will Be Teaching At CRW 21:15 The Bad Press In California 23:02 Jesse on The 2A Community 27:10 The Experience of First Showing Up At The Range 30:44 Examples...
#22 After Dark - The Community Behind California Range Weekend
June 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBFollow California Range Weekend Instagram: @california_range_weekend Website: carangeweekend.com Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 04:06 Welcoming Jesse & Tony From California Range Weekend (CRW) 06:40 How We Got Connected 07:30 Tony Molina's Background 11:00 Life At Burro Canyon 15:05 The Origin of CRW 17:29 A Preview of The Instructors That Will Be Teaching At CRW 21:15 The Bad Press In California 23:02 Jesse on The 2A Community 27:10 The Experience of First Showing Up At The Range 30:44 Examples...
#50 - Healing Your Body After Birth: Weight Loss, Nutrition, Exercise & More!
June 20, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBDownload The Free Guide: Journey To Weight Loss After Pregnancy In this episode, we are changing things up a little bit... We're going to be talking about losing weight after pregnancy. While this might be focused more towards the ladies - fellas' hang in there with me! After 25 years of coaching, I can tell you that regardless of whether you are planning to give birth or plan to support a partner through the process this episode will be valuable for you. Taylor Noriega is our lead nutriti...
#49 - Dr. Robert Floyd: Integrative Medicine, Leaky Gut & The Root Cause Of The Health Pandemic
June 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBIn this episode of the Iron Sights podcast, I sat down with Dr. Board Certified Physician Dr. Robert Floyd In this episode of the Iron Sights podcast, I sat down with Dr. Robert Floyd. He's a board certified physician who got tired of being on the wrong end of his patient's healthcare. I wanted to chat with Dr. Floyd because of his passion for educating people on living a healthier, happier, and more vibrant life through root cause medicine and lifestyle and behavior modifications. In his ...
#48 - The Power of Intensity: Why Using RPE & RIR Scales Are Horrible For Most People
June 13, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, I brought Caleb Disney and Jeff Chenault back into the studio to discuss perceived exertion and the RPE & RIR scales. We begin the episode by talking about the benefits of how using these scales during exercise can be a great way to gauge how hard you should be pushing yourself in the gym. Here's the problem: for novice and intermediate lifters there are OTHER things to focus on with regards to your training that are far more important than fine-...
#47 - Eccentric Training For Building A Bigger Stronger & More Aesthetic Body
June 06, 2022 07:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode, I sat down with Caleb Disney and Jeff Chenault to discuss eccentric training & whether or not it ALWAYS causes the most amount of muscle damage. If you're goal is building more muscle - eccentric training is a well studied strength & conditioning strategy that will be very valuable for you to understand. Focusing on eccentrics through periods of training has been proven build more muscle BUT...eccentric training is often misunderstood, so we wanted to breakdown this buzzword...
#21 After Dark - How To Prepare For The Unknown: Vehicles, Firearms, Food, Equipment, Apparel, Survival & BONUS Considerations For Living Off The Grid
June 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this After Dark episode, we’re sticking to the tried and true theme of preparedness and handling whatever unknown obstacles life throws your way. This episode goes beyond the physical elements of getting in shape and getting strong. We discuss mental health, community, skill sets and survival - when putting preparation to the test. JP recently returned from a three-day trip into the wilderness with key training partners within the network. He discusses the lessons and takeaways learned fr...
#21 After Dark: How To Prepare For The Unknown - Vehicles, Firearms, Food, Equipment, Apparel, Survival & BONUS Considerations For Living Off The Grid
June 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn this After Dark episode, we’re sticking to the tried and true theme of preparedness and handling whatever unknown obstacles life throws your way. This episode goes beyond the physical elements of getting in shape and getting strong. We discuss mental health, community, skill sets and survival - when putting preparation to the test. JP recently returned from a three-day trip into the wilderness with key training partners within the network. He discusses the lessons and takeaways learned fr...
#46 - Eating For Fat Loss: Reverse Dieting, Metabolic Adaptation, Caloric Intake & More!
May 30, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode I sit down with Taylor Noriega & Jeff Chenault to discuss our 3 basic rules for effectively eating for fat loss. We take time to dive into the nuance within those rules & detail out some concepts like metabolic adaptation, reverse dieting, protein considerations, & proper caloric intake. Additionally we discuss the realities of embracing the process of losing body fat and how to enjoy the journey while maintaining both your health & performance. TRAIN WITH US: RDF Online Tr...
#45 - Andrew Phillips: Fighting Fire & Crime While Building Stand Watch Knives
May 27, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBIn this episode, I sit down with Andrew Phillips of Stand Watch Knives. Andrew is a dual agency first responder which means he is a full time firefighter & police officer. He will talk about how this works and the challenges that exist in this balancing act - his unique perspective and atypical path into this work makes for a great story. We cover the physical, mental & emotional pressure of working fulltime in fire & crime and get into the origin of the Stand Watch brand. If you are or pers...
#44 - How To Grow Bigger Shoulders: The Front, Middle & Rear Deltoid
May 23, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn this episode, I brought back Caleb Disney & Jeff Chenault to talk everything shoulders: the front, middle & rear deltoid. We discuss bodybuilding, shoulder development, exercise selection - the good & the bad - along with the exercises we hate that you should never do. There are a variety of key mistakes people make when training shoulders that we cover within this episode. Caleb describes a few specific exercises for the shoulders that might be challenging to visualize when listening to ...
#20 After Dark - Everything Night Vision: NODs, Lasers, Accessories, Illuminators, Brands, Prices & More!
May 20, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 80 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode, I sat down with JP and Bryant Pham to discuss night vision and practical application for the civilian. Bryant is my go-to resource for any questions I have when it comes to selecting the right equipment and he did a great job in this show of breaking down the different options when it comes down to: -Single vs. Dual Tubes -Helmets -Accessories -Firearms -Green vs. White Phosphor -Infrared Lights -Lasers & More! This episode will wal...
#43 - Eating For Muscle Mass & Size, Calorie Intake, Meals & Dieting For Weight Gain
May 16, 2022 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBIn this episode, I sat down with Taylor Noriega and Jeff Chenault to discuss how much you need to eat to gain muscle. Now this is a pretty common question, but I think there is a lot of confusion around it so we wanted to dig into it for you. We're going to cover the basics of eating for muscle mass and size along with the reality of what it takes in order to put on muscle and have success from a dietary perspective. More Iron Sights Interviews: Triple Feed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...
#19 After Dark - JP: The Practical Application of Airsoft, Survival vs. Play, USPSA & How Fitness Changes Your Firearms Training
May 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBIt’s great to be back on here for another After Dark Episode with JP! We’ve both had a lot going on in the past weeks with product development, program launches and a whole lot of training. In light of being busy with a full plate, I was curious to know if JP had any new updates for us on Airsoft versus USPSA as they relate to civilian training, practical applications and bang for your buck. Is airsoft comparable to paintball or are there real benefits to entering the free-for-all range and ...
#42 - The Best Meal To Eat After Your Workout
May 09, 2022 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBIn this episode I sat down with Jeff Chenault & Caleb Disney to discuss post workout recovery, specifically what's the best meal to have after your workout? With over 50 years of experience in the industry & having coached thousands of client through various physique transformations we combined forces to breakdown the role of fats, protein & carbohydrates in resorting muscle tissue and aiding recovery. You will learn about the insulin cortisol response and the role of cortisol and insulin du...
#41 - Pranay Manghirmalani: Battling California’s Fires & Witnessing Tragedy (International Firefighters' Day)
May 06, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBIn this episode, I sat down with Pranay Manghirmalani to discuss his experience working with CAL FIRE, the journey of becoming a firefighter and fighting the 2020 California fires. This episode dropped on May 6th but Pranay drove down from Oregon to spend the day with me on the 4th: International Firefighters' Day. We dive into joining the Police Academy & Air Force before returning to CAL FIRE to make a difference on the front lines at the height of California’s flames. Don’t fall off, in t...
#40 - What Deloads Are & How To Know When To Use Them In Your Training Program
May 02, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBWelcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, we're going to be talking about Deloading. If you've been following a resistance training program for a long time, Deloads are an important concept to understand. If you don't know what Deloading is then this episode will give you insight into concepts, theories and practical application of how you can implement Deloads into your training cycle. We will cover: what Deloads are, why you should or shouldn't do them, fatigue management, recovery & o...
#18 After Dark - Bryant Pham & JP: How Airsoft Is Changing The Firearms Industry, Being Asian In America, Family Dynamics & Finding Confidence Through Equalizer Hobbies - Skating, Video Games, Airsoft, Firearms & Fitness
April 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIn this week’s episode of After Dark, I sat down with co-host JP and our good friend Bryant Pham. Bryant is well spoken, highly intelligent and talented. I first met Bryant at the range when he came out to test his brand new AR-15 and I was blown away by how his prior airsoft experience carried over into shooting firearms. Our conversation began with Bryant sharing how his parents escaped from Vietnam and the cultural impact that many first generation Americans experience being raised by imm...
After Dark #18 - Bryant Pham & JP: How Airsoft Is Changing The Firearms Industry, Being Asian In America, Family Dynamics & Finding Confidence Through Equalizer Hobbies - Skating, Video Games, Airsoft, Firearms & Fitness
April 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIn this week’s episode of After Dark, I sat down with co-host JP and our good friend Bryant Pham. Bryant is well spoken, highly intelligent and talented. I first met Bryant at the range when he came out to test his brand new AR-15 and I was blown away by how his prior airsoft experience carried over into shooting firearms. Our conversation began with Bryant sharing how his parents escaped from Vietnam and the cultural impact that many first generation Americans experience being raised by imm...