Kevin Smith

Terminator Training Show

Health EN ↓ 216 episodes

The creator of Terminator Training Method, Kevin Smith, has been lifting weights and chasing peak performance for the past 17 years, the last 11 of which spent as a member of the US Army Special Forces. His obsession with strength and conditioning, nutrition, health improvement, and personal development have driven him to begin his own journey in the fitness industry. This podcast will include information and conversation on a wide variety of topics, including strength training, endurance training and conditioning, nutrition (for performance, body composition, and health), habit formation, and...

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Kevin Smith

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Health

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jul 5, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 216 - Q&A: SFAS Durability, AFT Deadlift, Land Nav, Muscle Growth Myths, Dangers of Porn + More 05.07.2026

4th of July Sale 🇺🇸 All TTM training programs are 35% off  with code USA250 (biggest sale of the year). Sale ends July 7. Join my mailing list. Sign up here . Today's Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:36 - Other SOF units I considered 00:06:29 - Maxing the AFT deadlift as a smaller guy 00:08:56 - SFAS Development Guide vs. the upcoming Self Development Guide 00:12:55 - Thoughts on THOR3 trainers...

Top 5 Reasons SFAS Candidates Fail (Ep. 215) 26.06.2026

In this episode, I break down the five most common reasons candidates fail SFAS selection and what you can do to avoid making the same mistakes. We cover fitness preparation, land navigation, team week, mental fortitude, and attention to detail—five areas that repeatedly separate selected candidates from those who get dropped. Need a proven SFAS preparation plan? Check out the TTM SFAS Prep Progra...

214 - Q&A: Why You're Not Recovering, Ideal RASP Weight, Fat Loss vs Performance + More 18.06.2026

Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro - Sale Announcement 00:05:05 - Fasting While Prepping for Selection 00:10:45 - How to Balance Work with the FIFA World Cup 00:13:38 - Is Being Skinny Fat a Concern While Prepping? 00:18:12 - Ideal Bodyweight for RASP 00:20:22 - How to Train to Perform When Fatigued 00:25:34 - How to Eat Enough Carbs to Support Training 00:26:53 - Do Glasses Disqualify You from SF? 00:27:47...

213 - The Ultimate Physical Prep Guide for SMU Selection (1-Year Out) 10.06.2026

In this episode, I break down how I'd physically prepare for SMU selection over a 12-month timeline, covering running, rucking, strength training, land navigation, injury prevention, and how to structure your training from one year out all the way to selection day. 👉For those looking for a structured training plan, Ruck | Run | Lift can help build the strength and endurance needed for this s...

212 - Q&A: Pushup Plateaus, Army PT, PEDs for Selection, Fat Loss While Performing, Injuries + More 29.05.2026

NEW PARTNERSHIPS (both are legit) Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM MegaFit Meals - 10% off w/ code TTM Today's Q&As: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:42 - Espresso vs regular coffee 00:05:00 - Is doing bodyweight lifts daily adding too much volume? 00:07:15 - Are weighted movements better for building abs? 00:11:58 - PEDs in the SOF pipeline / career 00:20:13 - Struggling to hit c...

Ep 211 - O/U: 18X Mileage, 30/60s, Deadlifts for SFAS, Intermittent Fasting, 30/60s + More 22.05.2026

Memorial Day Sale! 20% off all pdf training programs. Limited time.  Overrated/ Underrated Topics: 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Using candy as a carb source 04:44 - Intermittent fasting 08:53 - Deadlifts for RASP/Selection prep 12:06 - Energy drinks 16:05 - Red light sauna for recovery 19:58 - Lean bulking 24:34 - 18Xs needing to be running and rucking 35+ miles per week prior to shipping out 27:39 - Out...

210 - Q&A: Grip Strength, Auto-Regulation, Tight Muscles, Dieting on a Budget, Field Prep + More 08.05.2026

Mother's Day Sale: Get any TTM training program 25% off with code MDAY25 . If you're interested in a program for a special lady in your life, these are my wife's favorites:  Kickstart (16-week beginner program) Hypertrophy (19-week intermediate to advanced program) Time Crunch (8-week minimal time and equipment) New partnerships (both are legit) Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) Fast, hi...

Episode 209 - Q&A: Short Kingz at SFAS, Pacing Repeats, Fast 5 Mile/Lagging 2 Mile, Ranger School: Yay or Nay?, Skinny Guys at SFAS, TRT/Peptides (TTM Lesson), Water Intake, 18X Top Priority & MORE! 29.04.2026

Timestamps Intro 0:00 (SFAS program update!) 2:55 -SFAS Boots 5:45 -restaurants in Sopines NC  7:54 -Plyos running high MPW 8:49 -high schoolers pursuing SFAS/RASP 11:49 -too small for SFAS 14:36 -TRT/Peptides 17:07 -#1 priority for 18X 20:34 -Ranger school as PL 25:41 -Cardio in bulk 28:25 -Run w/ ankle injury 31:36 -Gatorade liquid carbs 33:15 -Gallon of water/day 37:20 -Meal frequency high carb...

208 - Q&A: Faster 5k, Cut Without Losing Performance, Z2 vs Joints, Ruck Prep + More 13.04.2026

🔥 25% off all SOF prep programs . No code needed. New partnerships Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) - 10% off with code TTM MegaFit Meals - 10% off with code TTM Topics 00:00 Intro 04:15 - Dropped 3 min off my 5K… can TTM Run Advanced make me faster? 06:01 - Fasted Z2 runs 09:32 - Essential types of runs during a base phase 14:36 - Cutting but scale isn’t moving: what now? 16:47 - Ideal 1-year plan u...

207 - Cody McBroom Gives Masterclass on Eating for Performance, Fat Loss, and Longevity 04.04.2026

In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Cody McBroom, founder of Tailored Coaching Method . We dive into a practical conversation on fat loss, performance nutrition, and the key mistakes keeping most people from getting results. Connect with Cody: IG | YouTube Topics 00:00 – Intro 01:54 – Cody’s Background  05:50 – Early Coaching Lessons & Principles   15:29 – Performance vs Aest...

206 - Q&A: Tapering Stimulants, Reducing Joint Stress, Bodybuilding, Low Back Tightness, Imbalances +More 28.03.2026

Partnered with Pride Foods (Rice ‘N Grinds). Delicious, quick, high-quality carbs. Use code TTM for 10% off . 00:00 - Intro  04:32 - Training with a broken hand  07:29 - Low-impact cardio options  10:45 - Tapering stimulants pre-SFAS  15:37 - Building a proper base phase  18:43 - When to deload  24:12 - Cutting without losing performance  28:53 - Fixing lower back tightness  32:29 - Dropping mile...

205 - Q&A: CAG Selection Prep, Pre-PT Test Nutrition, Fat Loss While Performing, 18X Timeline + More 20.03.2026

SOF BUNDLE SALE  Get 25% off all SOF prep programs (ends 3/22). Fuel your training properly.  Get 10% off Rice ‘N Grinds. Code "TTM".   00:00 – Intro 02:07 — Why pull-ups feel heavier on some days 03:48 — TTM Run Advanced: who it’s for + when to use it 04:36 — What to eat the night before a PT test 06:08 — Running at 300 lbs 10:09 — Getting lean without tracking macros (whole foods appro...

Ep. 204 - Q&A: Gut Health, Carnivore Diet, Shin Splints, Strength Loss on a Cut, PEDs & SARMs + More 16.03.2026

TTM Sale 🚨 All SOF Prep Programs are 25% off. No code necessary. Sale ends 22 Mar.  02:13 – Staying in Z2 during uphills 05:01 – Carnivore diet 07:58 – Significant strength loss during a cut 10:37 – New block for T-850 Training Program 11:29 – Shin splints while bulking 14:42 – Preferred cool downs after gym 17:53 – Regaining motivation while in a rut 23:42 – Gut health optimization 29:10 – Blade...

Ep. 203 - 12 Traits of People Who Pass Special Forces Selection 10.03.2026

Over the years, I’ve noticed that successful SFAS candidates tend to approach their training and preparation in very similar ways. Here is what they do in common:  00:15 – Intro –  02:04 – Trait #1 – High carbohydrate intake to fuel training and recovery 06:56 – Trait #2 – Identify and address personal character flaws 15:31 – Trait #3 – Autoregulation  22:23 – Trait #4 – Prioritizing sleep with th...

202 - Overrated or Underrated? BPC‑157, Carb-Cycling, Z2, BJJ, Pre‑Workout +More Hybrid Training Hot Takes 03.03.2026

TTM Run Advanced is live. If improving your run times actually matters to you, this 16 week program is for you. Take 25% off with code RUN25. Sale ends Saturday, March 7 at midnight EST.  Today's Overrated/Underrated Topics:  00:00:15 – Overrated/Underrated Intro  00:04:20 – California  00:09:04 – BPC 157 Peptides  00:11:22 – Carb cycling  00:16:04 – Push/Pull/Leg Split  00:20:17 – Zone 2  00...

201 - Q&A: SFAS Prep Year-Round, Bulking Conditioning, Ruck Progression, Sleep for Shift Workers + More 20.02.2026

Sale announcement: 25% OFF ALL TTM PROGRAMS — sale ends Feb. 22. If you're serious about improving performance, now is the time to start.  Today's Q&A topics: 03:18 - Subs for sled push work? 06:50 - Min effective dose of conditioning when trying to bulk 10:59 - Should you stay in SFAS prep mode year-round? 15:24 - Best times of year to go to selection 19:33 - Tips for sleep health w...

200 - 6 Things to Stop Doing If You Want to Get Selected for Special Forces 13.02.2026

SALE ALERT: For a limited time, get 25% off all TTM training programs. If you’re ready to train with structure, intent, and proven programming, now’s the time. Sale runs through Feb. 19 — automatic discount at checkout. In this single-topic episode, I break down 6 habits that quietly sabotage performance and long-term success —whether your goal is passing selection, building a business, or levelin...

199 - Q&A: Training to Failure, MARSOC Swim Prep, AIT/RASP/ SFRE Prep, Marriage Tips + More 31.01.2026

Today's topics 04:16 - Carb loading when very active  08:19 - Training to failure 14:54 - MARSOC swim frequency  17:19 - Tempo run durations 18:54 - Lifting during 2&5 mile base phase 20:25 - Weight loss before SFAS prep 22:13 - AIT/RASP prep program 23:57 - Target 2 + 5 mile times for SFAS 25:21 - Best TTM program for SFRE 26:44 - Aerobic base adequacy 27:34 - Training after selection da...

198 - Q&A: Building a Running Base, Injury Recovery, Overrated SFAS Exercise, Self-Doubt & More 23.01.2026

TTM SALE: Get 25% off selection prep and hybrid programs with code RUNLIFT25 . Sale extended to Jan. 26 at midnight EST.   Topics: 00:00 – Intro 01:54 – New TTM program 02:23 – Long conditioning carbs 08:22 – Trouble getting into Z2 rucking 11:25 – Opinion on Tactical Barbell Program 13:56 – Solid running base 19:26 – New TTM running program details 21:44 – Running before lifting 25:25 – Mentally...

Ep 197 - Full Breakdown of Jacked Gazelle 3.0 - The Ultimate Hybrid Program 17.01.2026

Sale : All programs in the TTM SOF Prep Bundle are 25% off with code RUNFIT25 . Offer ends Jan. 24 at midnight EST.  In this episode, I break down JG 3.0 from start to finish. Topics: JG3.0 Program breakdown  00:00 — Why Jacked Gazelle exists  11:46 — What is the difference between JG 3.0 and other programs?  14:51 — Who is this program for and who this program is NOT for?  16:46 — Program prerequ...

Ep. 196 - Q&A: Ranger School Prep, "Secrets" For My High Rating in Team Week, Ideal Bodyweight for SFAS, ADHD: Advantage or Flaw?, Sleep deprivation Training, Muay Thai & Hybrid Training, Run/Ruck PRs + More 11.01.2026

Today's topics 00:00:00 — Intro 00:01:19 — Ranger School ruck failure 00:07:33 — How to earn strong peer ratings during Team Week 00:15:54 — How to deal with ADHD 00:22:36 — Bodyweight vs run/ruck performance 00:25:40 — Deadlift swaps in JG3 (hex bar vs RDLs) 00:29:24 — Sleep prep vs selection reality 00:35:04 — Naps, sleep debt, and recovery 00:33:38 — Ruck Run Lift + odd-object carries 00:4...

Ep. 195 – Dominate 2026; 9 Ways to Boost Performance, Sleep, Productivity & Mental Health 05.01.2026

Happy 2026! In light of the new year, today’s episode is a breakdown of 9 habits I've developed over the last ~5 years of my personal development journey that have delivered the highest ROI with regard to mental health, productivity, fitness/recovery, sleep, relationships, and overall success and fulfillment.  Whether you’re a NY resolution person or not, perhaps one or 2 sparks something in...

Episode 194 - Q&A: Slow 5-Mi/Fast 2-Mi Fixes, Are 18-X Bad Leaders, Favorite Parts of My Job, Short Vs. Long Run Repeats, SFRE Taper Tips, Cutting & Optimal Performance, Training while Traveling, Best Rice & Grinds Flavors & More! 28.12.2025

Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025 . Sale   goes till 11:59 EST NYE.   https://terminatortraining.com/ Today’s topics: Sleep after long runs 200s vs longer repeats SFRE taper strategy Intensity without form loss Best rice & grinds flavor Post-OSUT detraining timeline Favorite part of my job Fast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gap Repeat 2/5-mile program Deficit + h...

Episode 193 - 12 Dumb Training Mistakes I made as A Green Beret So You (Hopefully) Don't Have To 19.12.2025

JG3.0 Sale still live! (Ends tomorrow—20 Dec, 2025 at 11:59PM) Use code JG3FIT at checkout for 25% off! In today’s episode, I break down 12 major training mistakes I made as a green beret that I’d go back and change if I knew better. I made these mistakes so, assuming you listen, you don’t have to. I had a great time shooting this one. It’s chock full of nuggets and applies to SO MANY people’s tra...

Episode 192 - Q&A: JG 3.0 is HERE!, Ranger School Age Cop Outs, Back Vs. Belt Squats, Best TTM Fat Loss Plans, Hyrox Vs. SFAS Fitness, Fitness Focus in 75th Ranger Reg., Ruck Running Tips, TTM 1:1 Coaching Prices and More! 13.12.2025

Great news! Jacked Gazelle 3.0 is out and ready for purchase.  To get it marked down 25%, use the code JG3FIT at checkout (discount runs till 11:59pm Friday, December 19) Option 40, ranger-school damage Best TTM fat-loss program  Hyrox for SFAS fitness Conditioning finishers after lifting Running RPE: breathing vs legs Sourdough flour type question Back squats versus belt squats Smith machine vers...

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