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Lately there's been a lot of attention on the keto diet or "keto style diet" which essentially means eating little to no carbs. There's been claims that the keto diet is the easiest way to lose fat and accelerate weight loss as well as claims that the keto diet causes heart defects for young men - so what should you believe? The truth is, the keto diet was one of the most succe...

If you’re interested in protecting your privacy and security this episode is for you. Today, I sat down with Aaron Zar from SLNT. The company makes products, specifically bags, cases and wallets that are designed to ensure your electronic devices become invisible, untrackable and silent. It’s not a matter of if, just a matter of when, your personal information gets lifted and your life becomes a l...

Welcome back to Iron Sights! I'm in the studio today with Stephen Brenna and CeCe English to discuss Erythritol and why it's making headlines since being approved by The World Health Organization (WHO) in 1999 and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2001. Recently, popular news outlets have been broadcasting headlines linking Erythritol to terminal illness, disease and death - we&a...

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! In this episode, I sat down with Nate Vollbrecht. Nate is a good friend of mine who works as a Firefighter in California. We discuss how to prepare yourself for some of the natural disasters that we've seen hit the West Coast as well as firearms training, learning models and firearms culture. Later in this episode, you will hear Nate share his formula f...

Welcome back to Iron Sights! We're back in San Jose after a quick trip to Utah and felt inspired to discuss getting back on track during hard times. Recently, we've discussed how to overcome a weight loss plateau, maximizing fat loss/muscle gain with cardio, and the mindblowing effects on sleep. After talking to countless clients and gym members we're picking up on a common theme ri...

In this episode, I sat down with Aaron Jannetti to discuss martial arts, Endeavor Defense & Fitness and Knife Control Concepts. Aaron is a 2nd degree brown belt in BJJ, 2X Black Belt in Krav Maga and has an extensive background in fitness, coaching and self-defense. We breakdown the physical and psychological components of self defense and compare wrestling, BJJ, Krav Maga and other martial ar...

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, we're back in the studio with CeCe English and Stephen Brenna to talk Plateaus, weight loss, nutrition & goal specific adaptations. If you've ever followed a workout program and all of a sudden your results stop or sometimes even begin to reverse - this episode will hit home! Click the link below to download the free PDF referenced in thi...

Welcome back to Iron Sights After Dark! Back in January, I was able to sit down with Ruben Alvarez at SHOT SHOW. We get into Ruben's background: playing jazz music, his fathers love for Martial Arts, both parents being in Law Enforcement and his decision to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu..  More recently, Alvarez founded his own training company - Paradox Training Solutions. Tune in for the full s...

Back in the studio today with Jeff Chenault & CeCe English to talk about fasted vs. fed cardio when it comes to fat loss. Which is the superior route if your goal is maximal body fat loss? That's what this episode is all about - answering common questions,  debunking myths, reviewing the science and providing the truth! At the end of the day, fasted cardio is not always the best approach...

Today I had the opportunity to meet with Jon Dufresne. After leaving the Military, Jon got into Executive Protection and transitioned into the world of coaching and firearms instruction. In my mind, Dufresne is who I would consider "A Coach's Coach ".  We get into all kinds of stuff during this episode which was recorded off-site in Las Vegas at SHOT SHOW 2023. Whether you're a...

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode Jeff Chenault and Stephen Brenna are back this time to discuss sleep. In the fitness industry "sleep quality" has been a hot topic and the global sleep aids market size is expected to nearly double from 2021 - 2023. But we're not here to sell you a nightime routine or softer pajamas - this conversation is focused on WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW a...

In this After Dark episode, I sat down with Aaron Quinn, CEO & Chief Innovator at Cobalt Kinetics. If you're into the shooting game, there's a variety of gear, equipment and firearms manufacturers here in the United States. One of the things that fascinates me is all the new products that continue to hit the market. That being said, behind every new product is a person and Aaron is t...

In this episode, we're talking all things creatine. Outside of caffeine, creatine remains one of the most studied performance enhancements on the market but recent research coming out highlights more benefits - for your brain. I sat down with Jeff Chanault & Stephen Brenna (from the Red Dot Fitness crew) to share everything we know. Download the free guide mentioned in the intro here! 6 S...

Welcome back to another  After Dark episode! In this one, I sat down with Matt Pranka.  After retiring from a high level military unit, Pranka started XRAY ALPHA & challenged the status quo on social media with posts & questions on tactics, skills & all things training. In this episode, we talk about XRAY ALPHA, firearms instruction, his coaching philosophy & the shooting world at...

Welcome back to Iron Sights! Today, CeCe, Jeff and I talk about 5X5 Training  and the pros/cons that come along with it. You've probably heard of this type of training and all the muscle building and increased strength promises that come with it. In this episode, we're going to break it down for you so that you can implement it into your strength training routine the right way. 5x5 train...

Welcome to another After Dark episode! We're kicking off January with some incredible guests. As you heard last week, I recently attended SHOT Show and had the chance to connect, meet & learn from some incredible people within the industry. For today's episode, I sat down with Joe Dawson from Bruiser Industries. We discuss his journey from "awkward kid" to Sniping Instructo...

Today, CeCe and I are talking about Red Dot Fitness (RDF) Max. This self-guided program is designed for the active fitness enthusiast looking to achieve optimal strength, power and improve their physique. This do-it-yourself program goes beyond the traditional squat, bench and deadlift exercises commonly found in other programs, check out RDF Max at rdfmax.com Timestamps: 00:00 RDF Max Program Ove...

Welcome back to iron Sights After Dark! This is the first of 7 episodes we're dropping from a Vegas suite at SHOT SHOW 2023. I had the honor to sit down with Senior Litegator Cody Wisniewski  from The Firearms Policy Coalition. Cody dives deep into his background in this episode. Wisniewski earned his B.A. in Joint Honours Classics and Philosophy from the University of Ottawa and discussed br...

What is the secret to better brain function?  Is there a naturally-occurring compound that can enhance cognition, mental sharpness and create a heightened sense of wellbeing? Today I have CeCe, Jeff and one of our nutrition coaches, Stephen Brenna in the studio to talk all things NOOTROPICS. How can we boost our nootropic intake naturally, and what kind of nootropic-containing supplements  are ava...

Mark Turner is a former U.S. Marine, owns a BJJ school and is the founder of the Overwatch Foundation. His foundation recruits, trains and deploys highly trained former special operations military veterans to areas of disaster to provide critical disaster relief and high value humanitarian support to those in times of crisis. Some of their work occurs right here in the U.S. but in this conversatio...

Welcome back to the Iron Sights Podcast! In this episode, I sat down with the typical team at Red Dot Fitness in addition to one of our fitness coaches, Stephen Brenna. In this episode we discuss Adaptogenic herbs and their benefits. The focus of this episode is on: Ashwagandha, Rhodiola and Ginseng. Ashwagandha is a popular adaptogenic herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries....

Welcome back to the Iron Sights Podcast! In this episode, I sat down with Jeff Nichols, former Navy SEAL and founder of Performance First.  Nichols has been a strength coach for over 20 years working with athletes of all ages in amateur and professional athletics. Jeff is certified through the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Facilitator both with distinction. Jeff bega...

Welcome back to Iron Sights! In this episode, we discuss how to create the perfect home gym. Working out at home has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. There are numerous benefits to establishing a home gym and making exercise a regular part of your routine and schedule. First and foremost, working out at home can save you time and money. No need to drive to a gym or...

This episode is with special guest Joel Evan, a former Law Enforcement officer from the Bay Area. Evan recently moved into the world of health, fitness and wellness coaching. How did that happen you might ask? In this episode, you will hear from Joel on how he was fired from S.F.P.D. for not taking the jab which led him into his passion for continued education, biohacking and personal development....

Welcome back to the Iron Sights podcast! It's just a day after Christmas and we are ready to discuss Conditioning For Winter Sports. Chances are, you've tried winter sports at least once in your life... In fact, millions of people and their families hit the slopes every year. We start off with some key tips about preparing for the winter season and complete the episode with mobility and...