Terminator Training Show

TTM show is BACK after a brief hiatus due to my inability to speak ("there's something going around") Today's questions: 1. Preferred fueling (liquid/solid) for long runs & rucks? 2. What is a top 10% gated ruck and run time during the SF Q course (5 mile, 12 mile)? 5 mile Article Part 1 , Part 2 , Part 3 12 mile ruck article 3. How difficult is it to get into schools like...

Today's Questions 1. Is it possible to maintain training performance while in a calorie deficit? 2. What're your favorite/least favorite MREs? 3. Is 1 min run/1 min walk for 2-3 miles a good conditioning workout? 4. How long can you realistically stay in a calorie deficit? 5. Should I test my 1RM/3RM before beginning a percentage based program? 6. How to implement calf raises while runni...

Today's Questions Included: 1. How to avoid foot/shin issues with high running and rucking volume? 2. What were your calories & macros during your september run & ruck every day streak? 3. Pros & cons of early morning training? 4. How to mitigate shoulder pain with barbell bench and overhead press? 5. Why is the attrition rate at SFAS so high currently? 6. How to balance hydration...

Today's Questions: 1. If I'm very active, is it still beneficial to track my steps? 2. Can high stress cause fat storage? I'm eating in a deficit but not losing fat. 3. Benefits of waking up early? Seems to be the new thing but also seems excessive? 4. How do I know I'm training enough and doing the right things for best chances at SFAS? 5. Tips to lose body fat while on a conc...

Today's questions: 1. Advice for someone having difficulties with consistently going to the gym? 2. What are some tips for fast roping? 3. Hill repeats or stairmaster for improving ruck performance? 4. Best footcare, stretching & recovery routine practices while at SFAS? 5. Best methods for increasing your max reps for hand release pushups? 6. What is a good range for heart rate on tempo...

Today's Questions: 1. How soon to eat after a training session if you're doing another session later? 2. Is a 4x/week full body split doable when also training/prioritizing endurance? 3. I feel better during the day on low carb but my gym performance suffers. Any tips? 4. How to get back to training after being sick for a week?  5. How does bodyfat % affect SFAS performance? Prioritize w...

In this episode, I break down the different types or avatars of Special Forces Candidates, and explain how far out to start considering preparing for selection based on what category you fall into. The categories: Endruance stud (w/some strength) The gazelle (high level runner, low strength) The Fit Guy (but not fit for SFAS specifically) The Speed/Power Guy (Type A and B) The NARP (non-athletic r...

Sale going on now on all TTM programs (links below). Code TTM30 will get you 30% off Today's questions: 1. What're signs that I need a deload week? 2. Is it a good idea to do 2-a-days on a slow deployment? 3. Affect of anterior pelvic tilt while running? Cadence Drills 4. What are some simple ways to ensure you're eating enough fat? 5. Should you train through a cold/covid? 6. Tips...

Todays' questions included: 1. How to make a hypotonic solution for proper hydration during training sessions? 2. Will cossack squats improve my back squat numbers? 3. How to set up a MOLLE rucksack? 4. Best way to approach bulking when you were formerly overweight? 5. Is zone 2 stationary biking a valid cardio option? 6. How would you approach training as an older, more banged up person gett...

Today starts with some listener appreciation where I read 3 reviews from Apple Podcasts. After this, I got into some questions from my instagram weekly Q&A.  Questions👇 1. How to program sled drags and tibialis raises for knee health? 2. Would trail runs be a good option for selection prep? 3. Does it make a difference if you go to Ranger school prior to or after SFAS? 4. How to figure out ca...

The attrition rate at Army Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) is very high. Showing up physically prepared is not the only requirement, but it's certainly a non-negotiable. Without sufficient physical preparedness, your chances of success are slim to none. In this episode, I'm going to break down 5 of the most common train-up mistakes, as well as how to avoid making them so y...

Can't believe we're 80 episodes deep! Thank you for listening - more to Follow! New Training Team on TrainHeroic: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) Today's Q&A included the following (to have your questions answered, look for my weekly IG stories Q&A!) 1. Are kettlebells, club bells, and sandbags good tools to develop strength? 2. What are the best kinds of carries to do...

After a brief recap of my recent trip to California, today's questions Included: 1. Would you ever live in California? 2. Best equipment for monitoring heart rate? 3. If zone 3 is still aerobic, why still do more zone 2? 4. Can you use the air runner to get better at running since it's harder? 5. What makes people stand out as good leaders vs. bad leaders at SFAS? 6. How to improve rucki...

In this episode, Brian Clark is back for round 2 to talk about a plethora of different topics. The conversation pulled us in many different directions, but every topic discussed had plenty of key take home points. These included: -Selection Prep; How to put one fitness discipline on maintenance mode while focusing on what's important -The areas of fitness to focus on when preparing for select...

Today's questions included: 1. Do you track calories & macros? 2. Is coconut water good for hydration? 3. Is rucking less strucurally fatiguing than running? 4. How many meals per day do you eat/recommend others eat? 5. Why are there seated vertical jumps in my hypertrophy program? 6. My left side of my body weighs more than my right? Concerning? How to even it out? 8. Do you prefer more...

Today's episode included answers to the following questions: 1. Opinion on mixed modality training e.g. endurance and strength at the same time? 2. Tips for bouncing back after a day of overdoing it (drinks & food)? 3. Best training splits for muscle & strength? 4. Is it ok to do more zone 2/3 work on a deload week? Or best to focus on resting? 5. Is fasted cardio or post lift cardio...

Today's episode included  answers to 15 questions from last week's instagram Q&A. Program SALE now. All programs 40% off till Wednesday at midnight! Cod: 1776 Work with me - TTM 1:1 Coaching Application email me: ksterminatortm@gmail.com Join the Terminator Training Method Facebook Group Programs, articles, nutrition guide  terminatortraining.com Kickstart - beginner/garage gym frien...

Today's Questions Included: 1. How much total, deep and REM sleep do you normally get? 2. Thoughts on more aggressive (1K + cal) diets for short periods? 3. How often do you perform sets to failure? 4. What strategies do you use to get yourself to the gym when you're not feeling it? 5. Pros/cons of seated vs. lying vs. standing hamstring curls? 6. How was airborne school? Was it physical...

Today's questions included: 1. Looking lean in a cut but my workouts suck and I look skinny. Is this normal? 2. Are ramp up sets a replacement for a general warmup? 3. At SFAS during land nav, it is necessary to run from point to point? 4. Should I practice land nav before going to SFAS if I'm an 18X-ray? 5. Should I consider tapering caffeine before going to SFAS or ranger school? 6. Wh...

I chose the top 11 questions from my IG Q&A this week and provided answers for them. Today's Questions Included: 1. 3:08 - Do you need to be sore for it to be a good workout? 2. 9:24- Best way to incorporate sled drags? 3. 13:56- What're some examples of zone 4/zone 5 work? 4. 23:14- Advantages and disadvantages of percentage based training vs. RPE? 5. 31:00- Sometimes struggle to ea...

In this bonus episode, I broke down everything you need to know about physcial preparation for SFAS. Topics included: -My SFAS experience -Standards and times to shoot for -Physical traits to focus on -What not to do when preparing -How long to train for and how to structure it -Reasons people don't make it And more. Knowing what to do is only half the battle, you still have to execute. Getti...

In this Q&A episode, I answered 20 Listener questions Topics included -Zone 2 running -Training principles for gaining muscle AND improving longevity -How to structure a strength & athletic perfomance training week -What time of day I train -How SF teams structure their PT -How my SFAS program compares to SOPC -Carb timing for conditioning cardio -How to improve squat and 5 mile run time -...

Today was the first ever overrated/underrated episode. I explained why I though certain topics were over or underrated. It was a fun one. Topics included: Box jumps Fruit White rice Bulking  A balanced, omnivorous diet Whey protein  Neck training Bear crawls Heavy goblet squats  Ice baths/cold showers Zercher Squats Fish oil Sleep  Mouth tape Honey and himalayan salt Power cleans Mobility  Blue zo...

Today's questions included: 1-Best way to increase vo2 max? 2-My thoughts on powerlifting style training for LEO/military? 3-Thoughts on battle ropes for an arm finisher/conditioning? 4-How would you structure a full body workout for strength? 5-Top 3-5 accessories for complementing ruck heavy training? 6-Is being 29/30 too old to pass Special Forces Assessment and Selection/the Q course? 7-W...

Today's Questions Included: 1. What is your sports/athletic background? 2. Ratio of running to lifting to prep for ranger school? 3. How to mentally prepare for SFAS (specifically land nav) after failing the first time? 4. Is detraining between OSUT/Airborne school and SOPC/SFAS a concern? 5. Simple tips to getting strong Af? 6. How do you come up with content/topics? 7. How do you approach g...