Improve YOUR Running, Goal Setting, and the Gritty Platoon

[@jroman595]

I'm currently training for air force special warfare, currently doing the 1.5 mile at 10min. Your video have being super helpful in getting there.

[@GrittySoldier]

Awesome man just keep working at it! Your time will just continue to get better!

[@flathead3233]

Yeah bro me too

[@raymondwade2433]

I'm currently training for the Goruck Bragg Heavy on 3/17/23. Going on 58 years old and still chasing a better version of myself, "Gritty Soldier" has been a good source. Thanks!

[@GrittySoldier]

🤘 that should be a great event.

[@weaver3636]

I've been letting myself go for the last couple years, mainly due to work and excuses I keep making. I stumbled upon your channel by accident and liking it so far, thank you for all the contents and information you're giving it out for free, they mean a lot to people like me. It's time to get in shape again, selection is on the horizon, no more excuses.

[@GrittySoldier]

💪 🤘

[@colink8954]

I’m 7 weeks out from my first Half Marathon and this video definitely helped motivate me even more!

[@GrittySoldier]

🤘

[@ihearti24traffic]

Edit/Update: made it through to the end, best advice anyone ever gave me was "you don't always have to be first, but never be last." I grad tomorrow after our 12mi. Aaslt. I start day 0 of AASLT school tomorrow, I'm definitely nervous but not sure why. Physically I'm where I need to be, I guess its the meticulous and anal layout I'm worried about. For some reason seeing this vid and hearing your encouragement is helping me lots.

[@GrittySoldier]

Just stay calm and do what you have to do. Pay attention as best as possible while you’re there, it’s all about attention to detail!

[@Daniel-dr2jb]

Phase 2 sling load inspections is where most students fail. Remember the sequence and keep your cool

[@01Robinnicole2003]

The Mountain Man Memorial March is great! Definitely try to do this at least one time. This will be my 3rd year this year, the scenery is beautiful and it’s a great experience.

[@dylanstankowitz1478]

11:20 for free feet pics. Also, training for the west point half marathon on March 20, so thanks for the tips. I am hitting my wall at 10 miles, but it's fun to push through and I'm definitely getting that runner's high that you're talking about. I think it would also be interesting to see how you manage both lifting/running schedules and how you are able to work both of those into your workout regimen.

[@jewelianst]

aye agreed

[@schumann967]

This is great thanks for the videos tips and your stories

[@benjaminbranz7524]

Just discovered your videos and they’re great! Really appreciate the insights. I messed my knee up and had to get surgery back in 2009 (a week before I was supposed to go to Robin Sage) and it’s been a nagging injury every since. My knee screams at me every time I run, but I’m really trying to get back into running and rucking more so I can drop a warrant packet and feel confident that it won’t betray me again. My run time has become atrocious at this point, but I think I just need to stop babying it and start getting after it. Thanks for the motivating and informative videos!

[@brianbenitez]

You are my inspiration Dan. I always thought I can never get better at running because of my flat feet. But YOU said you have flat feet. And because of this, I am drawing motivation to make progress. Thanks Dan.

[@NinjaRN4731]

Excellent advice, thank you.

[@charlesh777]

So appreciate your videos and all of the important information you share. I am recovering from two heart attacks in December. You are providing the positive motivation I need to get back to normal. I understand I will most likely not reach your goals, but I will do the very best I can.

[@GrittySoldier]

Wow that’s amazing. Glad you’re still with us brother.

[@Ryans_STI_]

Im traing to prepare for Navy Basic Training mainly the PRT and mainly the Push-ups

[@uncleunkov6762]

Hearing you talk about how you were as a kid gives me hope for myself Cause that's me right now Granted I don't smoke But I want to get fit I have dreams and ideal outcomes I want. And hearing that you made it gives me hope that I can too.

[@airassault6848]

I wasn’t sure but I saw you working out at Hercules gym few weeks ago, I wanted to approach you Sir I’m a really big fan, your tips been helping me with running, rucking and packing. Thank you and keep doing great work.

[@GrittySoldier]

That was probably me, I’m in there a lot. 😂 Definitely come say what’s up next time man!

[@paulzimmerman3895]

I suppose to sum it up in this forum, my goals for an ordinary person like myself is to continue to increase optimum health for extraordinary results in all aspects of my life. Appreciate the advice you share here!

[@GrittySoldier]

👍 GREAT GOALS man. It’s great to work towards being extraordinary, you only get one life.

[@LegendaryHawkk]

Cheers man this will definitely help for my 2.4km run for the NZ defence force 🇳🇿

[@GrittySoldier]

🤘

[@part-timebuilder8391]

Hey love your videos I find them very encouraging.. I'm going to be leaving for basic next month I've been working on pretty much all the PT stuff but I feel like running is what I need to focus on I'm also 34 so I got that going for me lol

[@romandugo5245]

Goals goals goals!!!! That's again for the solid motivation

[@GrittySoldier]

💪 👍

[@tymyshoes103]

I love your videos! I was a paratrooper infantryman with 1/509th Geronimo from 2009-2013. Anyways I was very active back then. As of today, I am firefighter and EMTB with Gallup Fire Department. This year I want to make a comeback with my physical fitness. I signed up for CrossFit Open 22 and I am super nervous. My goal this year is to get involved into more competitive activities as well as getting more physically active. I.E. running, strength and endurance.

[@GrittySoldier]

Hell yeah man that’s awesome!

[@hybridpov851]

Really wanna get that 13 minute 2 mile. But struggling with form and I have no idea how that form would look like. By the way excited for the Gritty Platoon!

[@GrittySoldier]

Your man watch this video real quick I talk a little bit about form here and there’s probably some good tips and I’ll help you out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaCth6hjpt-MoJo

[@hybridpov851]

@@GrittySoldier thanks man! We appreciate you 🙏

[@JJ-un5fi]

Consistency is key 💪 Damn good pace for those runs.

[@SirEricArthurBlair]

I’m here for advice on how to train for running and cardio. I recently got into lifting but I need some more cardio options. I mainly walk and occasionally jump rope.

[@GrittySoldier]

Awesome you’ll definitely see some more running information coming soon!

[@danieloleary3448]

Hi sir, any eating tips to maintain weight and muscle like you while running faster? I want to be the best man I can be, strong and fast like you. I was underweight so I gained 35 pounds since last year when I gave up cross country and track. Thanks for your videos they’re very informative and inspiring hooah🇺🇸🇲🇽

[@GrittySoldier]

Combine strength training and running. You’ll need to be taking in way more calories than you’re probably used to. Find a macro calculator (online for free) and plug in an estimate of your activity level. And then use the calculation to give you an idea on what your calories should look like. That’s a good place to start 👍

[@brickson6429]

my goal for the next month is to be able to do a 15 mile ruck and not be dying after, I am getting ready to ship out to MEPS with an option 40 and I really really want to be able to do rasp with flying colors... If I can beat the voice in my head that tells me I can't run any further than I can do anything. One foot in front of the other.

[@jeromeencarnacion6280]

AIR ASSAULT!

[@GrittySoldier]

🤘

[@frankhernandez188]

Great video, I am a retired Marine and I still run 🏃‍♂️, I always take an advice

[@GrittySoldier]

Once a runner always a runner! 😉

[@Dadoutdoors24]

I just recently got into running, especially "endurance". So my goals are small. One or two 5k, a 10k, and by the end of the year a half. Then in 18 months my first full marathon.

[@GrittySoldier]

That’s a great goal set especially for somebody who is just starting out!

[@matticusmac6452]

Great vid,tk! Balega socks are legit, going on 10 years for some of my pairs and they still crush it.

[@GrittySoldier]

👍

[@jessetorres3663]

My second attempt at Selection! Great info brother.

[@GrittySoldier]

Get there don’t quit! You got this!

[@danielvillarreal6610]

Might you consider a video about how you balance all your time-consuming fitness training with your military duties (full-time work)?

[@dasatoilet534]

Keep up the grind man, all love

[@GrittySoldier]

👍 💪

[@dboyz31]

Hell yeah, you can do it

[@GrittySoldier]

💪 🙏

[@robertporter8321]

Great video. My goal is right now still getting in a faster mile time as well as 2 mile. Long term is still trying to get in the Army waiting for recruiter and waivers to aligned and hope to get in with an option 40. So also getting to the 5 mile time under the 7:20 an mile pace is my goal.

[@GrittySoldier]

That’s quick! Keep working at it brother you got this.

[@robertporter8321]

@@GrittySoldier thank you, will do, as you do same can’t wait for the Patreon page.

[@zaner11b8]

This 11B wants to improve my running and strength to get a higher ACFT score

[@crimsonlegend4853]

just enlisted for the army going ranger, I am finally starting to workout everyday after putting it off for about a year. Just started watching your videos and tried some of your tips out and already am seeing an improvement in not only my scores but also I want to workout every morning instead of dreading it. :) cant wait to join the army, I will be a ranger

[@GrittySoldier]

Good job brother glad to have you as part of the community! 👍 💪

[@yakalb93]

Your backyard is breath-taking. What part of America is that? Thank you for the videos btw.

[@Dave-is4un]

Appreciate the info 🤙

[@GrittySoldier]

👍 🤙

[@uncommonscriptures9418]

Good video, very helpful

[@GrittySoldier]

👍 🙏

[@angelborrero9111]

Just did my first 18 mile ruck March with 30lb. Feeling good.

[@GrittySoldier]

Nioce! 🤘

[@KarateAvenger]

Sir, Appreciate you making these videos keep them coming! If I may request a video you describing on how to go about ranger school opords. This is what I am weakest in even though I’m expected not to be as an officer. This is my biggest concern entering ranger school this spring

[@GrittySoldier]

👍

[@dboyz31]

I’m trying to get that 12 mile ruck in 15 min pace, currently on week 6 (13 week program) for the second time Bc I had an Achilles injury and had to take a week off.

[@GrittySoldier]

Keep working at it be careful man! We don’t want injuries!

[@quayjones7890]

the goal(s) that I want to achieve by the end of the year is join sfab or 160th and by June get a 20mile run in

[@GrittySoldier]

Awesome goals man, DO IT!

[@quayjones7890]

@@GrittySoldier thank you , you are the leader we all need !

[@matth22]

thanks

[@GrittySoldier]

👍

[@csagers45sagers2]

Goal is to be the best dad and soldier I can be. I had a back injury and used it as an excuse to get fat and fall behind as a troop.

[@west7700]

Lol i think i put my goals in last video but its a sub 5 mile and a 2:10 800, mid term would be join the 75th ranger regiment but didn’t get an option 40 so we’ll see, but im gonna try my ass off if i get the option

[@GrittySoldier]

Keep trying! Don’t quit!

[@nathanieljones8754]

For me, my goal is to cross train into TACP. I’ve been a 2T2 in the USAF for too long (3 years now) and I want something else and something that will challenge me.

[@GrittySoldier]

👍 💪

[@TripleAAA53]

My GOAL this year is to get my ASS MOVING !!

[@GrittySoldier]

Hell yeah!

[@braceforimpact6360]

Do you write down talking points you want to hit or do you just walk around your yard as ideas come to you? You're giving some quality advice and it comes off very casually! And yes, real runners have calluses

[@GrittySoldier]

Totally transparency, I usually just wing it. I like to stay as genuine as possible. 👍 I’m definitely not perfect, so I definitely don’t try to pretend to be 😂 But yea man calluses is what you need! 👊

[@braceforimpact6360]

It's all good, and also hearing the goals you want to achieve is neat for you and your viewers. A hundred miler is going to be quite a journey!

[@wilfredoWilleFaz]

I Definitely need to eat more, i always tough I should be consuming 2000 calories , after this Definitely uping to 4k calories, thanks man

[@xconfinish3285]

I like how running is a healthy addiction until you hurt your legs 3 weeks before a competition (AJROTC) and now I don't know how long I got to wait until I can run again 😭

[@homeslice4551]

Which should be prioritized first in running: Speed, or distance? In general in your opinion

[@GrittySoldier]

Well I’ll default to saying the really depends on your goals. BUT, I’ve noticed that the two seem to go hand in hand. When you are training for speed, more distance usually goes with that, whereas for distance training you don’t REALLY need to worry about speed. But for me, I want to work on both, finding a good competitive balance of both. 👍

[@javi-hy8vv]

wow so inspiring to hear about your origin story sir! There are times where I've felt low such as failing land nav and being last on a ruckmarch. This video was amazing still hope to try your running program soon! Looks like the army is going back to apft instead of acft what do you think about that sir? you motivate the hell out of us if you do race your supporters will be happy to join too!

[@GrittySoldier]

I haven’t heard anything official about that in the army can be a very stubborn beast, so I wouldn’t count your chickens Until they hatch as far as the APFT coming back. But I wouldn’t mind it, I think the AC FT is a good test, but it’s just really hard to implement army wide and causes a lot of unnecessary heartache in my opinion.

[@junkymunky2741]

Hey Gritty! 👋

[@schindig8856]

Currently planning on joining this summer! Sadly I’m having problems on rehabbing from a stress fracture and getting my running up is hard to do with constant shin pain… any advise on how to over come this ?

[@GrittySoldier]

You’re going to want to be stretching out your calves religiously, and just take it slow as you ease back into your running, make sure that your form is very good and that you are limiting your impact as much as possible, so make sure you’re running on trails or on the treadmill mostly. Also to get good cardio in and go easy on your shins you should be doing some work on the elliptical, a stationary bike, and even in the pool. That should help you get your cardio back up while you’re healing

[@andrewnguyen2913]

awesome video

[@GrittySoldier]

🙏

[@glrglr9946]

Through out my military career it was only the running that got me. How do you kill it?

[@edwinfadabundii3793]

I wish I could run on my own during pt hours. Doing everything as a group is frustrating when you’re trying to get better. And it’s hard to find the time outside of work.

[@GrittySoldier]

Yeah I get that but just take what you can from it and fill in the gaps on your own. There will be times in your career when you’ll get to do PT on your own if you stay in. 👍

[@shmeatfleet5035]

11:13 was my favorite part

[@diegonava7820]

What running app do you use in your videos to track your miles/pace ?

[@yesdavidyes3777]

I keep having problems with my hips bursa. Any tips on how to reduce injuries in my hips?

[@patrickmarshall4322]

Personally Im not much of a runner in general. But Im already pretty solid. But what Im looking for in specific is just running longer. How do I improve that?

[@JH-td9rb]

Nice!

[@tobias_gray]

Hey I came across this video and what’s your advice for someone like me who is 235lbs at 5’9 and looking to beating the 2 mile run and I run right now a 10:45 pace. Also any advice on losing weight for army standards

[@IIDTXxPRoII]

Hey gritty, just getting into your channel. have you ever used those elevation mask before? And what are your thoughts on them?

[@joedzubak3809]

11:50 2 mile by the end of the year is my main objective

[@GrittySoldier]

Get it done!

[@amirnxo]

I need your advice.Building up for EIB and my cardio sucks. Recently changed over the workout style to more of a cross fit style workouts but i haven’t seen any progress with my running. What are some of the workout regiments to reduce time and work up to a 4 miler at or about 730 pace in under 4 months ?

[@logstriketech6360]

my goal is be an absolute monster before i go into OSUT with my 18x

[@GrittySoldier]

🤘

[@brandonsanders3095]

My goal is to look good with my shirt off. What is your opinion on running strictly on a treadmill?

[@hugotovar921]

Awesome

[@lyfeizgrate]

Obviously it’s best to do them at separate times, but if you have to do running and strength training in the same block how do you manage that?

[@GrittySoldier]

It depends on my main goal at the time, if I’m strength focused, I do cardio before strength, and vice-versa if I’m running focused. I won’t lie to you man, sometimes I spend 3 hrs working out. Sometimes even more. Just gotta find time when you can I guess

[@lyfeizgrate]

@@GrittySoldier Makes sense, thanks man!

[@Mecha04]

what app are you using to record your runs?

[@sabre8862]

Strava. It's free

[@GrittySoldier]

Strava 👍

[@noahmiddleton6687]

Any advice for me? I ship out April 5 to fort benning for 18X

[@GrittySoldier]

Work hard and stay competitive never try to just do the bare minimum at anything

[@robertofernandez9667]

Any recommendations to avoid shin splints? I started to run more in the last months (at least 3 times a week) but this last week I haven’t done any run because of this injury.

[@GrittySoldier]

Yeah here watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJqufKOrbZt0jrM

[@logstriketech6360]

how are your feet/joints feeling after these runs?

[@GrittySoldier]

Great actually. I make sure to stretch like a shit ton 😆

[@jangajewski5178]

Pack?

[@The.panthera.]

I'm Running average 35 miles a week to increase boxing stamina

[@cowardlyshark3388]

I’ve been running on and off for about a year being pretty inconsistent with it, I have the right running shoes and the proper support but every time I do run I get hurt in some sort of way like shin splints, ankle pain, and knee pain and end up not being able to run for a week. And it’s not like I’m going fast or long distance, I can only manage to do around 1 mile in 13 minutes or so and after I’m winded. I know I need to increase my endurance and speed but I’m struggling to know how. Have you gotten any injuries when you first started out running and if so how did you deal with them?

[@GrittySoldier]

You’ll have to work through things like shins splints and ankle/knee pain if your just starting out or getting back into things. These things happen and you’ll just need to really focus on good recovery, and when everything is healed get back out there!

[@cowardlyshark3388]

@@GrittySoldier alright thanks I’ll give it a go👍

[@rknine7998]

(8.29 miles) in (1 hour and 2 minutes) is an average pace of (8 mph). That is a pretty good pace. That is my pace.

[@GrittySoldier]

Diggin it! I’m feeling good with it man!

[@michaelmoschitta174]

Trying to get back to sub-4 marathon, but at 60 its been too hard

[@GrittySoldier]

Wow that would absolutely be something to pull off though

[@100ssgoku]

20mile in 8hr coming up my first ruck help please

[@theanc316ientone]

You said you have kids, are you married? Just trying to figure out how the hell you do all. Nevermind, you answered the married question later in the video. Impressive man.

[@vanwool94]

How do you eat that many calories without eating unhealthy foods? I struggle to eat 3000 calories.

[@JohnWilliams-wz9vk]

Breathe .relax..i was 6..2.. 210..took me .4 years to get to sub 6 miles .for. 3..to 5 miles

[@jasmine-9224]

Get my 5 mi time under 40 min and get stronger overall without gaining size

[@GrittySoldier]

👍

[@TheHippyhopp]

Do you run every day?

[@shabanbello8531]

For the algorithm

[@GrittySoldier]

My man!

[@reneealuste61]

8 miles 35 min. Im currently 208 pounds moastly mussle. Starting ranger school in march as IMS.

[@GrittySoldier]

Nice! Good luck to you brother!

[@DavidAlexanderMejia]

My goal is to be able to run a 7 minute mile indefinitely. Until I drop dead

[@_Eddy_M3]

Ranger School

[@augreich]

MOLE SKIN!