Coaches' AAR

This week, we’re joined by Mark Christiani for a powerhouse conversation! We dive into minimal dose training—what it is, why it works, and how to apply it—plus Mark shares insights from his hands-on experience working with the tactical population, both in active duty and the reserves. From training philosophy to real-world application, Mark brings sharp perspective, practical wisdom, and plenty of...

In this episode, we welcome our first official guests, David and Isaiah, to discuss their innovative approach to organizing training for tactical athletes. They introduce the "Zone Method"—a practical strategy that helps coaches efficiently schedule large groups of service members by equitably distributing time and resources. When reverse cycles or alternate PT times aren’t feasible, the Zone Meth...

In today’s conversation, we reflect on our firsthand experiences as infantrymen—both in the intensity of combat and the grind of training. Drawing from these insights, we shift perspectives to that of strength and conditioning coaches, examining how performance-based training can be strategically applied to enhance operational readiness and support the demands of the modern battlefield.

We discuss or views on train the trainer courses, specifically those aimed at training military members to execute physical fitness training.

Yup, we dive into running. Mainly we discuss why we should run, the volume of running we believe is beneficial, and simple approach to running for the tactical population. We even get into a small discussion on "humping" or "rucking" for the non-Marines. (Also it's not a short one... my bad)

We started this with intent of providing real examples that we have implemented. Today we discuss the scheduling and methods we used to train our entire Battalion in a day. You can find our article in the NSCA TSAC Report Issue 61 Page 8.

In this episode we build on a bit on what was discussed in episode 2 but more focused on the friction points we experience on the job with compliance. We give real world examples and cover a few thoughts on how to improve our actions as coaches in order to foster buy in.

In our second episode we discuss programming. We'll get into program hopping and misconceptions when applying programming to a tactical population. *we get our tech difficulties worked out, that's all Ray's fault.

Introduction to what the Coaches' AAR is all about. We talk strength and conditioning for the military population from a personal experience as strength and conditioning coaches in the field and as infantrymen. *We apologize for the sound difficulties at the end of this episode, we'll get it down.