How To BULLET PROOF Yourself For Special Operations

[@SOFPrepCoach]

What changes will you make to your training after watching this video?

[@wallaceloonan7212]

Could you do a video on how to be mentally prepared and what mental challenges you will go through.

[@SOFPrepCoach]

Yes, I tend to stick more to physical training, but I can do a video on that

[@Mocha69A]

This video went over that. Your mental is do it

[@wallaceloonan7212]

@@Mocha69AI meant more like in combat situations like what mental stress to anticipate

[@gavinalvarez7272]

@@wallaceloonan7212don’t be a wus and your fine

[@rainbow_tactician]

​@wallaceloonan7212 you can't anticipate the stressors of combat, best you can do is train like you fight. A lot of war fighters default to their muscle memory and training in an engagement.

[@Beyrouth_]

Nassim Taleb hit the nail on the head with his article. You bringing it up truly shows how well-versed you are in this field. I’m 34 and attending selection soon, and you’ve been helping me in my journey. Thanks brother.

[@xlxl1762]

Hey so what’s the age limit for going into selection? I heard it was 32 but since you’re 34 that’s why I’m asking

[@SweetGem3581]

Just wanna say, ever since I discovered your videos and research, I've been on your weightlifting and cardio programs. I've been very consistent for almost 2 months now and the results have been amazing. I was able to deadlift 365 lbs at this TACP stand at my college and I can run for as long as I need. Thank you. I hope to stay with it and get better with progressive overloading. ❤

[@No-fo6ht]

How long can you run with 55 pounds on your back?

[@curingthenaivete1642]

I’ve been watching your videos for a while & here are some metrics I’ve hit thanks to your advice: Hex Bar Deadlift: 305 for 9 reps Squat: 275 for 4 (last year my 1RM was 280) Bench: 225 for 3 Thank you.

[@rolandrush5172]

1:37 True you are not going to “stretch your way to becoming bulletproof”. Maybe it’s just your phrasing, but you did kind of get it correct but then made it unclear. You do not want to stagnate stretch but you do want to strengthen your end range of motion. What happens if you do receive stress at the end range of motion and you have no strength there or have never gotten into that position? [rhetorical question] You should train for new depth and range of motion but as claimed, gradually and under load.

[@TG_224]

Best tip: get and shape and go for it.. if you fail, you fail. There’s really nothing you can do to prepare for being kicked in the nuts. If you want something bad enough, you’ll get it

[@samking1164a]

Appreciated the clear presentation and explanations

[@voiceofreason5893]

Very cool. Subscribed. 36.4k and rising.

[@AliCanTUNCER8]

2:30 Wait till you sprain your ankle on the field and keep operating for several days with that, then you will wish you had extra ankle mobility.

[@Rascal-of-War]

I've got to disagree with you what you said about stretching. Stretching and massaging (when done correctly off course) are essential for being bullet proof in the domain of military fitness. For starters if you haven't stretched or massaged the tightness through your legs you're definitely more inclined towards shin splints and stress fractures, especially during high impact events like rucking and load carries. This is because your tight muscles and tendons aren't absorbing the shock like they should and you're landing your feet unnecessarily hard when you move. Also addressing issues like tight hips or lower back will likely improve your ability to move with a longer stride and thus ruck faster without having to double which we know would increase the risk of stress fractures. And I'm pretty sure those studies showing how static stretching impaired strength were inaccurate because this was stretching done immediately before another exercise. So they're already slightly fatigued. Although you are right that poor stretching technique could actually he worse for you than not stretching at all.

[@n_eiswuerfel]

How should I start training after covid?

[@SOFPrepCoach]

It depends on how bad it was. I would work back up to your previous volume and not jump right into hard or heavy strength/running

[@VSAP091]

Your channel is gold man

[@rolandrush5172]

2:16 that bench is in a very deep stretch, load under end range of motion. Contradicting your point.

[@joshp146]

Best way to get maximum numbers on a screen test ? Push-ups , pull-ups & sit-ups ? I’ve been doing pyramids & weighted push-ups & weighted pull-ups , but I’m stuck at 75-80 push-ups for 2 minutes , and 16-17 pull-ups . I want to get 100+ push-ups & sit-ups & 20+ pull-ups .

[@georgewashington7982]

Are you eating enough

[@johnfawaz313]

I mean is that not already pretty competitive?

[@georgewashington7982]

@@johnfawaz313 no lol. If you think 80 push ups and 17 pull ups is competitive then you’re gonna be at the bottom of your class

[@johnfawaz313]

@@georgewashington7982so what are competitive scores?

[@johnfawaz313]

In 2 minutes? I mean how can you do that much more without sacrificing form? You must be jk lol@@georgewashington7982

[@mgtowphilippines8164]

Does doing zercher hold beneficial for rucking?

[@biggestlion2007]

can i do weighted calisthenics?

[@BigTInTheMorning]

Is F45 (A HIIT gym chain) an effective way to train for SOF?

[@SOFPrepCoach]

No and for the same reasons I wouldn't recommend powerlifting, triathlon, or mma. Check out the resources on the channel. Everything I put out is specifically designed for SOF preparation

[@aayanahmad1001]

Well, it's not something I would advise for SOF prep if that's all you're doing. HIIT should be a part of your training because a lot of SOF selection courses involve you going through grinders that are extremely high paced. 60 burpees in 2 minutes, 10 sprints, ok now push em out, hit the surf, gimme another 100 burpees. Ok now 8 count bodybuilders. Switch over to flutterkicks ......you get the drift? HIIT helps devlop the heart and body to withstand such sorts of high paced stress. However don't think of it as a substitute for actual cardio-running rucking and swimming.

[@BigTInTheMorning]

@@aayanahmad1001 so in conjunction if I do HIIT in the morning and alternate runs and swims in the afternoon that might be a good approach? I have been doing that and do 18-20k steps throughout the day

[@aayanahmad1001]

@@BigTInTheMorning yup, for cardio that is. Ofcourse you would have to train more for strength and conditioning. And instead of just runs or swims, add in rucking a couple of days too.

[@jc8417]

How often should I be working on my slides? Currently doing 2-3 times per week

[@clintmellis4960]

I love ur vids very specific indeed

[@rapol227]

Stretching IS important and makes you stronger. Every Martial Artist out there will say the same.

[@forge917]

I am starting out with the bullet proof free program, the first workout was really hard and i haven't done a good workout in a while and I am around 20-25% bodyfat, because it has been a while should i cut the volume of the workout in half or keep the original volume.

[@Brickswol]

This may be late, but maybe it’ll help someone else. When starting a new program for the first time, it’s perfectly okay to cut the volume. A goal could be to repeat the program with more volume each time until you can do it in its entirety.

[@isaiahfullbright6267]

I have a few buddies that went through SFRE a couple months ago and they said now they are test Hand Release Pushups instead of regular APFT Pushups. Should we be supplementing HRPU’s for Day A instead of regular push ups for those going for SFRE/SFAS?

[@SOFPrepCoach]

Correct, hand release push ups are used instead of regular push ups. I still like to program regular ones though

[@brotato3441]

What happened to your water confidence video?

[@SOFPrepCoach]

Here’s the link - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaKml42JfdxmZ7csi=_TtyV--xAoE9ltkg

[@pyeitme508]

Noice 👌

[@sanchezjames82]

Dear 🪖SOF prep coach.... how much time training for any special forces group would you recommend I'm not fat but work a active job need strength endurance the works...Age 42 in February weight 173lbs. May...day...may..day. thanks.