Kevin Smith

Terminator Training Show

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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

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www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Oct 31, 2026

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Episodes

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...

Episode 191 - Q&A: Selection Prep for Old Guys, SFAS Prep Around FTX's (NTC), Pull-up Mastery Deep Dive, Dive School/BUD/S Prep (Water Confidence), Optimizing Repeat Sessions, Is Giving Blood Healthy? & More! 10.12.2025

JG 3.0 will release FRIDAY, 3 December. Stay Tuned! Join my mailing list for the latest updates, sale info, etc.  Today's Questions Donating blood and training recovery Purpose of shakeout run before PT test Recovery prep for older candidates at selection Deload or go back-to-back between programs Jogging rest during repeats in JG 2.0 Air runner intervals vs outdoor running Zone 2 treadmill r...

6 Lessons Learned as a Green Beret that Make Business Success Virtually Automatic 03.12.2025

Cyber Monday Sale All Terminator Training Method PDF programs and the SOF Prep Recovery Guide Ebook are 40% off with code CYBERMONDAY thru Wednesday 3 December at 11:59 p.m. Episode Summary Kevin shares six Special Forces habits that helped him grow Terminator Training Method from a side project into a thriving coaching business with a long waitlist—and how you can apply them to SOF prep, entrepre...

Episode 189 - SFAS Run Pacing, Land Nav Myths, Ranger School Prep, T-Boosters, Meal Prep, New Hybrid Program, Peptides and More! 25.11.2025

Black Friday Sale Announcement: Every TTM training program is 50% off site-wide . No code needed. This is the biggest sale of the year! Visit: terminatortraining.com TrainHeroic Team is 25% off for your first 3 months: T-850 Rebuilt   Today's topics  Breathing and zone 2 Weighted pull ups My favorite cheat meal Favorite ab exercises Ranger School prep SFAS run pacing Land nav practice Jacked...

Episode 188 - Q&A: Ruck/Run Mileage For SFAS, Overtraining, Programming For Delta Selection, Strength-Endurance Training, Fastest Path To SFAS, Peri-workout Nutrition & More! 23.11.2025

Warm-ups & cool-downs Rower drag factor (zone 2 vs sprints) Favorite sauces High-calorie snacks Fatigue vs motivation Non-running speed work (base phase) Golf bag setup Walking vs jogging recoveries Wind resistance on treadmill Sweaty hands / grip on carries Trainability of strength endurance Post-training nutrition timing Disqualified 18X → 11B path One-year-out Delta prep (T-850 + RRL) Ideal...

Episode 187: Q&A - Grip Endurance, Drinking Culture in SOF, Pogues in SF/SMUs?, My Current Fitness Goal, Running For SFAS Prep, Red Meat Myths, Belt Squats, Carb Refeeds & More! 14.11.2025

Today's Q&A Topics: -SF team culture / views on drinking -Grip limiting heavy lifts -Grip endurance (SFAS) -Pendulum squat rep ranges -Supplement brands (NSF) -Belt squat / Pit Shark -High-carb refeeds -Weekly run frequency (SFAS) -Net carbs vs total -Infantry vs SOF -Kevin’s current training focus -41-min 5-mile improvement -25 hard miles vs 80/20 -Dorsiflexion mobility -Recovery conditi...

Episode 186 - Over/Underrated Pt 2. - David Goggins, 80/20 Running, Single Leg as MAIN Squat, Keto Diet, Creatine Loading, Circuit Training, "Protein" Processed Foods, Melatonin & More! 06.11.2025

Today's topics: -Creatine loading -80/20 running (Zone 2 vs higher intensity) -David Goggins -Heavy single-leg squats as primary movement -Barefoot shoes -“High-protein” processed foods (Kodiak cakes, protein pasta) -Melatonin -Weighted circuit training -Energy gels / intra-workout carbs -Egg whites -Keto diet --- Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your ques...

Episode 185 - Overrated/Underrated Part 1: CrossFit, TRT, Fasting, Vo2 Max Training for SOF Prep, Barbell Overhead Press, Creatine, 2000s Hip Hop, Swimming & More! 29.10.2025

SALE: All 9 TTM PDF Products site wide are 30% off till 4 November. Use the code FALL2025 at checkout for the discount. *note that program prices will increase immediately following the sale. We switched it up today with an overrated/underrated episode 2000s rap and hip hop CrossFit Norwegian 4×4 / VO₂max-focused workouts for selection prep Using a fan while you sleep Swim sessions (in a military/...

Episode 184 - Q&A: Log PT Back at SFAS?!, Difficulty of CQB at OTC, Block vs. Concurrent Periodization (SOF Prep), Dive School Prep, Xtra Walking Pre SFAS, AM PT Test Tips, Self-Talk for High Performers & More! 20.10.2025

Note: I had some mic issues so this was recorded on Mac speakers.  May need to turn it up a bit  Question topics: Block vs. concurrent periodization (SOF prep) Optimizing early AM PT tests High vs. low rep squats for SFAS prep Why I left the military How hard is CQB in OTC? Pre race/test/event self-talk Last 6 months pre-OSUT (18X) PT tests fatigued vs. fresh Body comp vs. performance pre dive sch...

Episode 183 - Q&A: Training Hours/Week pre SFAS, Gains & Partying, OSUT Prep (18X), SOPC for all?, Top Lifts for Each Muscle, TTM Business Beginnings, Option 40 V. 18X & More! 12.10.2025

🚨SALE! each SOF Bundle item is 25% off with code SOF25. 🚨 Sale ends Wednesday Oct. 15. Today's Question Topics: -Land nav practice in urban areas -Pre OSUT training for 18X -SOPC mandatory for all? -Artificial sweeteners -Training hours/week pre selection -Option 40 Vs 18X -Running & legs on same day: yay or nay? -Overreaching/peaking/tapering for SFAS -18 months of TTM programs (pre se...

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