Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith Podcast
237 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 154 ratingsThis is the Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith podcast. We will post these each week and discuss a variety of topics focused on Tactical Fitness Training for Military, Special Ops, Police, and Fire Fighting Training. We will also review videos on swimming, give quick power point presentations and discuss all things Tactical Fitness related. Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See www.stewsmith.com or www.stewsmithfitness.com for more information, training programs, books, ebooks, and online coaching for military, law enforcement, special ops, fire fighting training programs.
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TFR 87 - Build Your Own Home Gym
February 08, 2018 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBCheck out http://www.stewsmithfitness.com for more training information. Stew and Jeff discuss the following: 1) an email from BUD/S candidate who crushed the PT test on day one with an impromptu test out of the blue... 2) how to build a home gym and mention many things to consider depending upon your goals, climate, and budget. Contact Stew: www.stewsmithfitness.com Contact Jeff: www.performancefirst.us Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops r...
TFR 88 - First Training Session
February 08, 2018 00:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBWhat should you expect from a trainer? Jeff and Stew walk you through what should happen when you begin a training program with a trainer - especially if preparing for military, police, or fire fighter / tactical professions. Contact Stew: www.stewsmithfitness.com Contact Jeff: www.performancefirst.us Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See www.stewsmith.com for more information about military, law enforcement, special ops, fi...
TFR 89 - Academics at BUD/S
February 08, 2018 00:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBPreparing for BUD/S academic activity can be done while in high school so take full advantage of English, Algebra, Physics, and even foreign languages. Check out http://www.stewsmithfitness.com for more training information. Stew and Jeff discuss each phase of BUDS and the academic challenges some people have with remembering weapon nomenclature, land navigation, dive physics, dive medicine, and other events. Contact Jeff - http://www.performancefirst.us Instagram @onlyeasyday | @jeffc...
Recruiter Problems #4:
January 23, 2018 17:07 - 25 minutes - 42.3 MB VideoHere is part 4 of our series featuring problems people have had with recruiters. Our goal is not to bash recruiters but to educate the recruit in order for them to see the reason WHY they need to educate themselves. Jeff and Stew discuss some options when preparing for serve and deal with military recruiters. Contact Jeff - www.performancefirst.us Contact Stew - www.stewsmithfitness.com Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See w...
TFR 76 - Smoke Jumpers
January 23, 2018 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBStew and Jeff discuss the special ops of fire fighters - SMOKE JUMPERS. Some of the history is fascinating as they are the forefathers to the 101st Airborne Paratroopers before WWII. Check out more of this fascinating group of tactical professionals: http://mentalfloss.com/article/67000/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-smokejumpers https://www.fs.fed.us/fire/people/smokejumpers/mccall/physical.html Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related traini...
TFR 77 - Training For MarSOC
January 23, 2018 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBStew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the US Marine - MarSOC Assessment and Selection program and the physical challenges of becoming a MarSOC Raider. Marine Corps Training Programs: http://store.stewsmithptclub.com/miusmacobtrt.html Contact Jeff Nichols at www.performancefirst.us Instagram: @JeffCSCS and @onlyeasyday You can find Stew Smith www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com Instagram - @stewsmith50 Twitter - @stewsmith email [email protected] See www.stewsmith.com for more...
TFR 78 - End of the Day at BUD/S
January 23, 2018 00:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBStew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss what you need to do after the day is done at BUDS or any hard selection training day. Starting a ritual process to lick your wounds, work sore muscles, ice achy joints, and more. See more from Stew Smith at StewSmithFItness.com and on INstagram @stewsmith50 and twitter @stewsmith See Jeff Nichols at www.performancefirst.us and at Instagram at @jeffCSCS and @onlyeasyday Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops relat...
TFR 79 - Sleep at BUD/S
January 23, 2018 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBStew Smith and Jeff Nichols talk about SLEEP at SEAL training. How to get GOOD sleep and the things you can do to build a ritual that enables proper recovery and rest everyday. Contact Jeff Nichols at www.performancefirst.us Instagram: @JeffCSCS and @onlyeasyday You can find Stew Smith www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com Instagram - @stewsmith50 Twitter - @stewsmith email [email protected] See www.stewsmith.com for more information about military, law enforcement, special ops,...
TFR 81 - Spec Ops Mentality
January 23, 2018 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWhat kind of mentality is successful in any special ops program? SEAL, SWCC, EOD, Special Forces, RECON, MarSOC, AF PJ / CCT, SWAT, HRT, and any other special operations community have one thing in common - Mentality. Mentality of willing to work hard, never quit, and team player ability will get you far in this community. Jeff and Stew discuss some of the thoughts and processes of preparing yourself for the test of special ops selection. Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke,...
TFR 82 - Swim Training Options (Skills/Drills)
January 23, 2018 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MBSome days getting into the pool is needed for practice of skills and drills to help with technique training as well as recovery. Stew and Jeff discuss several options for you to practice when training for your next pool session. Contact Stew: www.stewsmithfitness.com Instagram: @stewsmith50 Contact Jeff: www.performancefirst.us @jeffcscs Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See www.stewsmith.com for more information about m...
TFR 71 - FBI and DEA PT Test, Academy, SWAT, and Beyond
December 09, 2017 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the FBI and DEA candidates prepare for the PT Test, Academy, SWAT, HRT and beyond. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitness Twitter: @stewsmith Contact information for Jeff Nichols CSCS Instagram: @jeffcs...
TFR 73 - The Fire Fighter CPAT Breakdown
December 09, 2017 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the fire fighter fitness test called the CPAT - Candidate Physical Assessment Test. The CPAT is one of the best functional fitness tests in the tactical population. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitness...
TFR 72 - Recruiter Problem #2
December 09, 2017 00:00 - 12 minutes - 8.58 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss military recruiting problems many Navy and other branch recruits often face. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitness Twitter: @stewsmith Contact information for Jeff Nichols CSCS Instagram: @jeffcscs and...
TFR 74 - Recruiter Problems - Vision (PRK, LASIK, Eye Waivers)
December 09, 2017 00:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss issues recruits often have when they do not meet the vision requirements. Do they get PRK? LASIK? Do they need a waiver? How about Colorblindness? Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitness Twitter: @stewsm...
TFR 75 - Zero Tolerance - Drugs, Alcohol, and Training for SEAL Training
December 09, 2017 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss how drugs and alcohol have no place in the recruits life as he/she prepares for military programs. Lack of fully recovering, injury, illness, and legal issues can prevent you joining the military and meeting your full potential. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Ins...
TFR 69 - Recruiter Problems #1
December 01, 2017 00:00 - 8 minutes - 5.76 MBJeff and Stew discuss commonly asked questions when dealing with recruiters for the military. Check in as we progress each week with multiple podcast in this series. *NOTE - we do not speak for the military or any recruiting command, we are sharing general information that we know to be correct. If you have a different experience, share with us via youtube channel or emails. Stew Smith www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com [email protected]
TFR 70 - Rhabdo Prevention - BORTAC, Special Ops, or Others
December 01, 2017 00:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBStew and Jeff discuss challenging special ops level training and the battle to prevent rhabdomyolysis (rhabdo). BORTAC is the Border Patrol Special Ops Team that requires a challenging amount of rucking, load bearing to graduate - on top of calisthenics, swimming, and running. Many people get rhabdo is the selection program. Here are many ways to help prepvent that from happening. Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See www.stew...
TFR 66 - The Non-Athlete Prepares for BUD/S
November 27, 2017 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the no sports background. In other words, if you had to work after school, did not make sports teams, or even try for that matter, BUT have a killer desire to serve, here are the strengths and weaknesses yo...
TFR 67 - X-Games Athlete Prepares for BUD/S
November 27, 2017 00:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the XGames type sports background. In other words, if you are a skiier, snowboarder, surfer, climber, BMX, Motocross or other EXTREME athlete, here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. ...
TFR 65 - Top Ten Pyramid Workouts EVER!
November 20, 2017 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBFormer Navy SEAL Stew Smith discusses ten of his favorite workouts that are based around the pyramid workout system. Get creative and master this type of training and you will forever have a go-to method of training when needed. Full article: http://www.military.com/military-fitness/workouts/top-ten-pyramid-routines See more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-...
TFR 64 - Before, During, After Workout Nutrition Tips
November 20, 2017 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEAL and fitness professional Stew Smith discusses with longtime friend and mentor Tom the ideal method to build a tactical athlete with smart eating habits for fuel before, during, and after the workouts. **Not a nutritionist** Just discussing tips and things that work and do not work as it really depends on the individual. If you want REAL nutrition / diet advice, seek a nutritionist / regi...
TFR 63 - The Lax, Rugby, Soccer Player Preps for BUD/S
November 13, 2017 00:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the lacrosse, soccer, rugby sports background. In other words, if you are one of these athletes, here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stew...
TFR 62 - Wrestler Preps for BUD/S
November 04, 2017 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBFormer Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the wrestling background. In other words, if you are wrestler or other combative athlete, here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.fac...
TFR 61 - Tactical Fitness Report - The CrossFit Athlete Preps for SEAL Training
October 31, 2017 00:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBFormer Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the Crossfit background. In other words, if you are a Crossfitter, here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitn...
TFR 60 - Football Player / Power Athlete Preps for BUD/S
October 26, 2017 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBFormer Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the Football / Power Lifting background. In other words, if you think anything over 100 yards is long distance running, then here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instag...
TFR 59 - Endurance Athlete (swimmer) Preps for BUD/S.
October 25, 2017 00:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the swimming background. In other words, if you are a competitive swimmer, here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.m...
TFR 57 - Preparing an Endurance Athlete for SEAL Training (XC Runner)
October 24, 2017 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the ideal method to build a tactical athlete that is preparing specifically for BUD/S. But this type of athlete comes from the endurance / running background. In other words, if you are a cross country runner here are the strengths and weaknesses you bring to the table. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitn...
TFR 58 - Jeff and Stew Answer Stupid Questions - Tactical Fitness Report
October 23, 2017 00:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss some of the questions received in a week. Some are not well thought out and some even if answered offer no real training benefit. See links: www.stewsmith.com/linkpages/navysealarticles.htm www.stewsmith.com/linkpages/rumorcontrol.htm Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fi...
Tactical Fitness Report 56 - PST Meal Preparation - ABDs of Nutrition
October 15, 2017 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBCheck out www.stewsmithfitness.com for more information of training programs, PST training guides, and tactical fitness programs for any profession. Stew and Tom discuss meal planning prior to the PST and discuss the energy systems typically used when putting out for testing purposes. Article discussed: ABDs of Nutrition - After, Before, During Training Nutrition - http://www.stewsmith.com/linkpages/abdnutrition.htm Navy SEAL PST Clinic (with video)- http://www.stewsmith.com/linkpages/Na...
TFR 55 - Preparation for Endurance Events - Gut Checks with Stew Smith
October 11, 2017 00:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBTactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith - See more info about Stew Smith Fitness at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com Stew Smith discusses an upcoming GO RUCK event with friend and business partner Jim Edwards. Preparation, Mental Mindset, Nutrition prep for 12+ hours of hard work. Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See www.stewsmith.com for more information about military, law enforcement, special ops, fire fighting training pro...
To, Through, and After with Army SF Medic Bert Kuntz
October 11, 2017 00:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBFormer Navy SEAL Stew Smith discusses life with former Green Beret Army Special Forces Medic (18D) Bert Kuntz in this episode of To, Through, and After. The show is focused on the transition from civilian life to Army Special Forces, Combat Medic deployments, and the transition back to civilian life of former Green Beret Bert Kuntz. Bert Kuntz is one of many successful veterans who answered the call to service, but also has moved onto a fulfilling civilian life surrounded by family, cowb...
TFR 54 - Periodization Training Wrap With Jeff Nichols / Stew Smith
October 11, 2017 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss the Periodization Programming as it looks throughout the year as well as the single workouts - also adding in mobility / flexibility to "listen to your body" when it needs a break or a change of pace. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook...
TFR 53 - Endurance Periodization for Spec Ops with Jeff Nichols / Stew Smith
October 11, 2017 00:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Former Navy SEALs and fitness professionals Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss how to keep the cardio vascular endurance progressing throughout the year with respect to the PST as well as getting through selection programs. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitness Twitter: @stewsmith ...
TFR 52 - Classic Military PT Week
October 11, 2017 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Link: http://www.military.com/military-fitness/workouts/classic-pt-week-workout-pt-tests Stew Smith and Tom Cowan discuss the CLassic Week of PT Testing Workout Article that features a running plan, PT Pyramid, Super Sets, and Max Rep sets: See article links for detail: Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www....
TFR 51 - Running Plans for Timed Runs (Military) Stew Smith
October 01, 2017 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB"You Might Be a Powerlifter IF you think 1.5 miles is long distance!" Stew Smith and Tom Cowan discuss a classic running program to help a person not accustomed to running to master the short timed runs of the military 1.5 -2 mile timed runs. See related link: http://www.military.com/military-fitness/ask-stew/ask-stew-how-to-train-for-timed-runs Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook:www.facebook...
TFR 50 - Nutritional Assistance Through The Fall, Winter, Holiday!
October 01, 2017 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBSee more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Tom Cowan and Stew Smith and discuss the importance of maintaining your workouts throughout the Fall and into Winter with tips to not fall prey to shorter days, busier times, holidays, sedentary seasons. See related articles: http://www.military.com/military-fitness/general-fitness/how-to-stay-fit-during-the-holidays http://www.military.com/military-fitness/health/staying-fit-over-holidays http://www.mil...
TFR 49 - Speed and Power with Jeff Nichols and Stew Smith
October 01, 2017 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBFormer Navy SEAL Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss adding speed and power to your workouts - not just for sprints and change of directions but for PT testing as well. See more info, articles, books, ebooks, podcasts at http://www.stewsmithfitness.com. Stew Smith Contact: www.stewsmith.com www.stewsmithfitness.com www.military.com/military-fitness Instagram: @stewsmith50 Facebook: www.facebook.com/stewsmithfitness Twitter: @stewsmith Contact information for Jeff Nichols CSCS Website: w...