How to Keep Your Workout Schedule Even with Newborn Kids - Jocko Willink and Echo Charles

[@scorpiorok]

Baby waking you up at 3am? Good. Saves money on an alarm clock.

[@nknownnknown7613]

🤣

[@jorgema41]

Lol

[@blin483]

Not happy with this comment, no jokes

[@TailTaleOutdoors]

Perfect mentality!

[@ILIJA2002]

Mindset😂

[@justsomeamerican2301]

I misread it as " workouts for newborn children " i had never clicked on a jocko video so fast in my life .

[@felixf4378]

Jocko's voice always so calming. Everytime I get very little sleep and feel tired as shit, I now think, "I'm not going to be at my peak performance today" instead of "Im tired as shit and hate this job, I wish I could go to sleep."

[@ryceryder85]

I needed this. I have a 3 month old and it’s hard to maintain a regular workout schedule. I came to the realization that I won’t be hitting any PRs right now and that’s okay because getting stronger is not the #1 priority, my family is. If can maintain my strength during this time I would be so happy.

[@NedWasHere94]

It’s a struggle work out with little ones around at times, but it is such a privilege to get to share this part of my life with my kids. Get after it dad.

[@johnmcvickar5305]

At first I thought the title was 'Workout Schedule for Newborn Kids.'

[@sargebeats]

Haha, same.

[@bloodnivel70]

Not a crazy idea

[@jophester3970]

It’s never to early to “GET AFTER IT”!

[@TheFootOfGold]

Gotta go pick up that 3ft tall squat rack.

[@echelecopao]

Got a dirty diaper? GOOD

[@brandonlewis2916]

I love that he is real, and not afraid to tell people things that he wishes he had done differently!!

[@brandonboyd2500]

As a new dad with twins with serious health issues this hit deep

[@wallacesconiers7922]

I just hit this stage in my life. This is excellent reaffirmation - I don’t have twins, but this newborn son of mine has certain asserted his schedule on my wife and I! Will definitely get it in where and when I can to keep healthy and active for my son!

[@aarontennant422]

Great advice Jocko and Echo! I’m a father of a two year old and a 6 month old. Before they were born I told my wife I was going to workout but it was not going to cut into family time. Enter the 4 AM or midnight workout session. Not only does this let you train when the kids sleep, no one goes to the gym at this time. So I basically have a private gym but 4 hours of sleep a night is a slight bummer. Oh well. Get Some.

[@randypeppercorn1865]

Picture Jocko doing bicep curls with a newborn baby in each hand.

[@LetsBeClear87]

With a forehead kiss for each one

[@castnerscutthroats9297]

Baby in a stroller in each hand

[@TechJungle]

I was waiting for his take on a situation like this. Excellent breakdown and simple message “get after it whenever you can”.

[@SFRB1187]

Jocko your wife must be an absolute saint

[@chrisreale4326]

I have an infant and I’ll say with confidence that pretty much all moms are fucking saints.

[@chrisreale4326]

edit; and witches ;)

[@ironbear3026]

Having a new babe is a challenge for time. Family always comes first, for me finding 15 mins in the car park before or after work to hit push ups, squats and sit-ups makes sure I have a daily baseline. Creativity is absolutely key.

[@SK_Esskay]

You call doing push-ups in a parking lot creativity?

[@Altuz]

Keep it up brother. We're here to support each other.

[@seanforehand755]

I had twins on Sept 5. Great advice.

[@jophester3970]

Jocko: At one point we had 3 kids under 3. So, yeah, we were getting after it. (Chuckles)

[@LiftRunFight]

He means his wife was getting after it 😉

[@catdogfishdogcats]

@Jack Chevy baby in one hand, Bazooka in the other hand

[@bengersbootlegs]

I go hiking with my daughter strapped to the front of me. Every single day.

[@LetsBeClear87]

Nathan Benger hows her neck

[@ParadymShiftVegan]

Mad respect fam! That's legit (:

[@DizWinz]

Had twins in May and have been struggling to workout. It’s because I’ve been waiting for a routing rather than just making it happen! Thanks for the advice fellas

[@the1980dex]

Got two kids 2.5 and 7 months .. ty so much for the advice and the motivation ..greeting from Greece

[@meganandmichaelrodriguez8874]

New born on the way! Great to hear this from Jocko himself.

[@fernandomatos8814]

This is funny. I'm currently going thru this, and I find myself reacting like Jocko did. Training bjj and jkd is my escape (very importantto me), also do gym which I'm already sacrificing sleep by waking up at 430am. Training now feels like is a problem, I always get the feeling like my wife is always mad about it. The change that comes from having a child is very tough for a person that loves physical activity. Insane how similar my reaction is with Jocko

[@JosephQPublic]

Priced out a home gym a couple hours ago. I’m super close to buying the equipment... it’d be so nice to not have to drive 20+ minutes to fight people for a bar. Goodness, it sounds better each time I think about it! Realistically, I just need a rack, a bar, a bench, and weights. Not bad and nothing special.

[@dboone18]

Do it. You cant beat the convenience and it pays for itself in the long run once you dont have to pay membership fees anymore.

[@WeiderMystic]

at the very least get a bar with a few plates and a kettlebell.

[@terrybuchan7568]

Needed this so bad, my daughter is almost 9 months and it's a real struggle to get it done sometimes. Discipline equals freedom.

[@danaflorentina7449]

its what i wanted to say...selfdiscipline is the key...regards there 🙂

[@evanwilken8633]

this actually helped a lot. I just had my first. so the insight is appricaited. ive been working out after work at 5pm.

[@e.e.8589]

Thats true! Just get something done at home or somewhere else. Dont aim for perfection. I still workout at home, when my child is asleep and I cant leave. When my little one was still falling asleep outside in a stroller, I used to take gym rings with me for an outdoor workout.

[@RobertDybowicz]

Being dad is a hard work. Being dad who getting after it is insanity... Iam glad even Jocko was flightin it when he had young kids. I think that everyone who have them does... and will... its hard lesson for any male/female who got their ownership(direction) , but still (in my opinion) its best investment for the future hand to hand with investment in ourselves. Thanks for your thoughts Jocko&Echo 💪

[@turkeyturkey3942]

Jocko, thank you for your guidance in leadership. Listening to these snippets help me continue the grind, especially when I feel weak. I wish I knew more people like you.

[@travishuggans5927]

My twins just reached 18 months. Jocko and Exho really nailed it with this video, at least from my experience. I would emphasize the need to find ways to kill two birds with one stone, or optimize your time by investing in a decent running stroller, or safe gym equipment that you can use while watching the kids. I did a whooole lot more running and rucking and less bench and heavy squats. Taking the kids with you while you run/ruck has the added benefit of giving your spouse a friggin break. Also, if you are like us and only getting a solid 2 or 3 hours of sleep per night (for the first 7 months), then any “me time” spent working out will have severely demonized returns. Perfect nutrition is a must, because sleep and exercise will both be lacking.

[@travishuggans5927]

*diminished returns. Demonized returns also sounds pretty bad though

[@StavroginNikolai]

Expecting our first baby boy in 5 weeks. I'm a guy that runs on a pretty strict schedule (training, work, reading, writing) so I'm dreading the lack of control over my time that comes with a newborn. I'm more nervous about adapting my life to an ever-evolving schedule on a daily basis than I am about any other aspect of parenting. Anyone got any dad advice for me?

[@mattanjohnsonjohnson2396]

Congratulations. Try to stick to your routine as much as you can. Make sure your kid has everything he needs but you will be feel the best (and therefore most able to raise your son) if you stick to your routine.

[@gabim3093]

Baby comes first, your job comes second, your hobbies are last. It’s not about you anymore. You need to be willing to sacrifice things you used to do until you establish a new routine with your child, then you can slowly incorporate your old lifestyle. If you cannot compromise, do not have a kid, it’s not the child’s fault being born into uncommitted parents.

[@TanyaRomelus]

I am a mom and I am frustrated with not working out. My son is 3 months now and I can’t go to the gym, his sleep schedule is crazy, I have to wait for my husband to come home from work so I can go to work. I have no time to work out. I have weight I need to lose and build back my body. Sigh, now I gotta go look for equipments, thanks man.

[@humbertolozano2237]

this resonates so much. it was tough with my newborn but i was lucky enough to have a home gym. still a struggle but probably wouldve been near impossible for me at a gym

[@MargaritavilleHockey]

Respectfully I don't think Jocko is the best example to live by in this scenario. Ultimately respect your wife, respect your new role as a dad now, and fit in SHORT workouts whenever possible. Your fitness will not suffer in the long run, your relationships might though.

[@A-Rodz]

New dad, learning to balance this. Bough a treadmill and stationary bike to do something while watching the baby in her crib

[@rjbiii]

Small children are great as added weight for squats. And when they’re a little older, and they’re running around the playground, there are a ton of calisthenic exercises you can do using playground equipment.

[@ryceryder85]

Not newborns

[@jennikaesquivel-mendez1002]

Keep these videos coming! Do some on resiliency PLEASE! I love reading about emotional intelligence and resiliency 👌🏻 great channel!

[@BradPitbull]

WHAT IF MY NEWBORN WAS BORN WITH.... SKINNY KNEES??? ASKING FOR A FRIEND

[@Nick205150]

DimensionZombie I’m sorry it’s impossible. Knees is a damn bone.

[@sean_740]

Like my man Brandon Carter said, having kids is not an excuse. You should actually go harder because your kids are watching. Make it happen 💪

[@dairymoon7571]

I’m not a fan of Jaco but this is outstanding advice. Working out is inherently a selfish pursuit. We should be doing it but it’s tough with a newborn. With sleep deprivation you don’t want to overdo it because you won’t be able to grow muscle. I like doing lunges, zone two cardio, pulling exercises to counter over stretching my back from holding the baby, snd various postural exercises like chin tucks and scapular retraction’s.

[@teamgitusome]

this is true Jocko thank you i needed this clip in specific. GET AFTER IT

[@connorlewis8547]

Thanks for this. I keep it in my saved videos and give it a listen when I start to make excuses

[@brandonrichard3634]

I had to drastically alter my workout schedule after getting a dog. I can’t imagine how hard it must be to workout with twins!

[@kokwahserrano1916]

having a puppy dog is like playing with water guns, while having a newborn is like being deployed directly to Ukraine lol

[@brianaustin2135]

I have three kids 4 2 and 4 months and I try to workout whenever possible...building a home gym took some time off but it’s time to get back into it...diet is more important that workouts when your kids are small

[@duftyboxing]

Mannnn, Jocko wasn't gettin it at the end. Not only was he not being the best husband he could be, but he was not being a very good father. These are just facts.

[@UltimateSnowman97]

My son is born on Nov 17th Im strapping him to my chest while i do curls

[@tedhoag2181]

We just had our third. That makes 3 kids under the age of 4 1/2 for us. Somehow I still get to bjj 2-3 times a week. I feel a bit selfish but I try to do everything I can to help my wife when I am home. Does anyone else have trouble getting to bjj with kids? How do you juggle family life/work/bjj?

[@VoltMob]

Need to follow up this podcast with single dads who have shared or full custody of kids juggling workouts, Business, work, life, difficult ex etc...

[@VoltMob]

@Colby Davis Ditto. Daughter is 5 and we do lots of swimming and running around. I am up early prior to taking her to school and working out when I can! It's a grind for is single dads. I have heard of that coffee need to check it out. I also find intermittent fasting (16 or 18 hours with a 6 to 8 hour eating window) provides lots of energy throughout the day.

[@VoltMob]

@Colby Davis Got it on the IF. It has provided better mental clarity and even more energy for me but I get what you are trying to do. We have the same custody schedule (7 days on / off 50/50) with our little ones. I have just one who will be 6 shortly. Your at 4 so you are super busy and have to maximize the early mornings as best as possible.

[@VoltMob]

@Colby DavisI had to fight in court to get that 50/50 schedule! I recommend setting the tone now prior to your kids entering kindergarten which will be soon. The schedule is 7 overnights for both parents with a mid week dinner on Wednesday for both parents during their non custodial week. Early morning around 4-430am is what I do and then if we have time after school we head to the Y to swim.

[@VoltMob]

@Colby Davis Yes, well aware of the corruption and bias for men within Family Court. Find the right attorney to work with you on a strategy. Try to work on getting a 2-2-3 or 2-2-5 schedule in early on and have that time baked in. Also, push to get kids out of daycare or grandparents etc and into a education based program to show that school consistency. Then push for true 50/50 once child is 5 or 5 1/2 to six. I can talk more offline but you have to have a plan as the kids age and into school 50/50 for stability purposes is the ideal situation and provides consistency for the kids.

[@CaptainBrash]

I've got rings in the kitchen, paralletes by my desk, then remembered about my resistance bands which I will take up to my office. Can't go to the gym, so doing more greasing the groove style training for a while.

[@tylercarter2854]

My son is 8 months old. This is such a useful podcast. Thankfully, my mind has been remolded over the last 2 years of following Jocko. ✊🏾

[@mahnli]

"The red flag of 'It sucks having kids...'" is such a true statement. I am a better mom and can deal when I get my workout in. If I don't, everyone suffers, haha

[@usaisbeastly]

Damn, well said echo.

[@subsonic9854]

*sees title and caption* finally, dealing with real issues!

[@dicerevo]

Ha! This is my exact situation! They’re 4 weeks old now and I haven’t worked out in 4 weeks. Or slept much for that matter.

[@TurnOntheBrightLights.]

No time to workout? Good. Getting 3 hours of sleep? Good. Newborn baby shat itself after you changed it's diaper? _Good._

[@WillJM81280]

Topics like this are the best BC.

[@josephford770]

Project Kratos by Drew Baye is a great resource for working out anywhere, anytime. As a dad of a 4 month old and a 2 year old it was a great way to stay in decent shape.

[@fencserx9423]

Legit thought he was gonna talk about how to work out WITH newborn children. 😂

[@kurtisweiss5847]

He’s talking about all the things, we did before we had a kid…… shout out to the fathers that work 60 hours a week.

[@junichis.5097]

As much as Jocko dances around the fact that yeah he kinda did focus on his physicality rather than balancing it with children, if he was still a SEAL at the time, we're talking about someone who isn't just into fitness as a hobby. You step out onto the battlefield and your physical condition, your hand to hand combat effectiveness, and everything that goes into making you a SEAL is going to dictate whether or not you come home ALIVE or dead. So, as a woman, I appreciate that you can't let that slide. And I think most women don't understand exactly what they're signing up for when they're with a soldier. Especially one that excels to this degree at what they do. However, if you are in this situation and you've got all your boxes ticked in terms of training and you still choose not to spend time at home with the family, that's a bad thing. That being said ( ;p ) if fitness is your hobby, you do it because it keeps you healthy and you don't do it as a job or anything else...adjust. Your family and your kids are more important than you being in PEAK physical condition. You can moderately exercise and still be healthier and stronger than 70% of Americans. This is the situation where you can balance it and you should.

[@HumveeLifeUSA]

SGT. Baby Cadre has had me on extended training day for 10 months now.

[@taylorlink3310]

Mine are not new born but i have a 7 yr old and a 3 yr old . i work 10 1/2 hours a day n still workout at home 6 days a week all i have is free weights

[@NiahGouki]

Awesome!

[@JosephQPublic]

Contemplating this route right now. No sitting around while someone uses a rack or bar. I’m super close to pulling the trigger.

[@youngrevival9715]

If yall didn't know, Jocko podcast takes place at 1 AM

[@sportshivepod]

cody haley doesn’t Jocko wake up at 4?

[@nis5e]

@@sportshivepod Get a quick podcast in before bedtime, Jocko's scheduling is tight.

[@michaellopez2070]

Read this as, "Advice for Workout Schedule for Newborn Kids". Little bitty newborn kids gettin after it.

[@SebastianKomor]

Haha. Good one. I adapted something I named Toddler PT. With a 5 year old song and being a single father I most def get some whenever there is an opportunity, like squats while waiting for the toast to be done. Kid having a bath? Cool. Enough time to get some push ups in or weightlifting. Def requires an ability to be modular.

[@briannenagel6491]

Huge fan!

[@OliviaMmmm]

"I hope their names are Echo and Jane." 😂😂😂

[@johnchausow4857]

This was needed. Thank you.

[@travisholden2311]

“I’ll take care of me...for you” -Jim Rohn

[@TheGiarpi]

A lot of isometric work holding my newborn 😁

[@7910norris]

Thank you for this, my 1st one is on the way in a few weeks and I’m still on the 4am gym time but I’m super scared it’s gonna get disrupted.

[@e.e.8589]

Of course it will get disrupted. But thats okay.

[@alexbarrera244]

001FirstRule there will be days that you are still up or being woken up at 4 am with your little one. Take Jocko’s advice to heart and just find time, it will be harder and won’t be perfect, but take what you can get. And enjoy every minute of your new life. Children are a blessing and I would never give up those hard times of a newborn.

[@johnsona6428]

It will be, but not forever. You will learn to adapt pretty quickly.

[@7910norris]

@@alexbarrera244 Thank you very much, I guess I'm worrying about the wrong things huh.

[@tylermohr25]

By 3-6 months I was pretty well adapted to having a kid. You'll be fine, but the first bit can be pretty rough.

[@ethiopiandancinggoatherder7894]

72 hours house ronovation with no sleep. Civilian Hell WEEK.

[@gtturbo2111]

My wife and I just found out last week we are expecting twins. We have a son that will be 2 when they are born. One child was easy to get on a schedule and get my workouts in at 5am. Twins will be a challenge until they start sleeping through the night. Will have to squeeze in calisthenics when I can. Sadly, since I'll likely be the sole income on a tight budget during this time my BJJ training will have to stop for a while.

[@higgz17]

Hey,how did it work out?

[@LK-zd2mc]

Thank you.

[@ParadymShiftVegan]

" *_Jealous of the Jiu-Jits_* " 🤣🤣🤣

[@therichardking]

‘I have to work out or I will be a jerk’ -Which leadership principle does this line up with? Being a jerk in any case does not seem to be a good option. I struggle with this as well so am interested in hearing more on this.

[@laton13]

Great advice

[@bizzybugseverywhere7801]

i take my son in a backpack for walks , its nearly a 20 kg pack , kid and gear , 5 kms is enough to get it done !!! that being said ,,, love your work boys . big thing for new dads , watch what you eat , its super easy to eat shit food , but you will pay for it .

[@Ben_Lehnert]

I wonder which Jocko is worse: the “I-haven't-trained-yet“-Jocko or the “I'm-hangry“-Jocko. You promote to control your reaction to the basic need of food yet it seems like not being able to train or work out does a bigger number on your mood. Right?

[@petrushaasbroek8433]

Jocko "that being said" Willink

[@sosenaofor]

Im going through this situation and was feeling like i was the most selfish guy in the world because i have to do my workouts... at least im not alone 😂

[@MuhFknReptar]

god dammit Jocko I fucking love you bro. I have 2 year old identical twin sons. You know what you need to do. GET IT DONE

[@MarineMike77]

Trust me, the struggle is real.

[@sinchasin3611]

Soetiems it’s not about the time. It’s about energy. Maybe at that time you don’t have energy. But when you have energy then you are busy.

[@anismoc27]

The transition to smokeless powder was bases on rifle cartridges, or pistol? Soldiers today carry both ammo, and smoke. A seasoned gunfighter and soldier like a Wild Bill Hickok, would have his skills, and methods defined, and more than fast, to survive the civil war. So in a CQB could one of these old blackpowder cowboys be effective, bobbin, and weaving out of the smoke?

[@durangotang1681]

Oh thank God. I was starting to think I was the only asshole that’s was making little kids wait while I knock out my 10/10s on the monkey bars.

[@healingleafwave6963]

It was easy for me they had daycare at the gym or i get up while everyone is asleep and be back while they are still asleep

[@sacco6274]

So you left your newborn baby at the daycare ? Sounds real easy

[@TH-kc1qr]

What are these workout rings you are speaking of?

[@FullyAdamatic]

Father of newborn here, can I have a synopsis please!

[@johannakunze3300]

Do it

[@Septoneien]

Dumb bells all over the house, 2 pull up bars , grippers and my own body. I’m ready.....kinda.

[@Huntr24]

3 kids under 3 while being deployed. Mail man must of been visiting a lot lol

[@AceHardy]

💪🔥🏋🏽‍♀️

[@joshfletcher9408]

Why is the podcast always in black and white

[@duftyboxing]

Squats while you're holding the baby? WTH!

[@ryceryder85]

My wife would kill me LOL

[@AirdrieReed]

I thought it meant you had exercises FOR newborns... well actually there are those come to think of it

[@stephanieolivas3978]

Newborn crying? GOOD. Curling the baby will help rock and sooth them.

[@HebrewsElevenTwentyFive]

🤙🏾

[@Majin2001]

To whomever disliked this video:

[@lawolivier]

Come on man, caption your videos, please. I’d like to know what is being said! Thanks bud.

[@alexanderbutler2989]

disregard crying infants acquire black belt

[@sean_740]

Just do turkish get ups with your baby. Easy

[@chrisreale4326]

time to go balls out for 20 min, do more HIIT, get creative, and no more long rests and 90 min workouts.. atleast not every workout.