Terminator Training Show

Welcome to another episode of the TTM show! This weeks Q&A's included the following: How much water should we drink? Is it ok to train 7 days/week? Do you prefer a high high carb, high fat, or balanced macro intake? Older navy interservice transfer heading to SFAS, any advice? What is a good way to maintain hip health/good hip stretches? Thoughts on creatine Hungry all day, should I eat l...

Today's Q&A answered 13 listener questions: What’s a sure fire way to build big ass arms? Can you use cialis as a pre-workout? What are the benefits of sauna use? How important is exercise order? What happens when you lift heavy while in a calorie deficit? Is injectable L-carnitine effective? Why is cardio a bad long term fat loss strategy? What are your favorite protein snacks? How do yo...

Fasting is magic. Red meat and eggs are unhealthy. Vegetables are unhealthy. You can't be successful without a robust morning routine. Turn off electronics two hours before bed. Don't work out if you didn't sleep 8 hours. Do these claims sound ridiculous to you? I hope so. But unfortunately, in today's world anyone can say anything they want on social media. If that person happ...

Questions from today's episode included: Is it beneficial to hold off on caffeine for an hour after you get up? How much milk and bread will get me through Hurricane Ian? Is it smart to work out while sick? What breed is your dog? How much alcohol and dumbbells for hurricane? How important/often should you replace electrolytes? What is your morning routine? What is the best training split? Ca...

In this episode I answered the 11 best questions from the last two IG Q&A's. Questions included: What is your favorite running workout? Should I be static stretching post workout? What are your thoughts on bro type workouts (ex: bench press for 30/20/15/10 reps)? Every chest/shoulders day my right shoulder hurts the day/2 days after. Any tips? Is it smart to eat something before morning w...

Age gets the blame for a lot of issues when it comes to health and fitness. Your joints hurt, you don't recover well, you don't feel energetic like you used to...the list goes on. I'm here to tell you that it's NOT just age, it's the fact that you can't do the things you did in your 20's and expect your older self to be able to handle them. When you age, you don&...

Q&A w/ my wife Monica @monica_m_smith. Questions: 1. What are some tips for better sleep 2. What are good anti inflammatory foods? 3. Best 5 mile times you’ve seen in the Army? 4. What is a good shoulder/trap recovery protocol after a long ruck? 5. What are the benefits of front squatting with a clean grip vs a crossover grip?  6.Which supplements are worth using? 7. How to be more productive...

Programs, blog, nutrition guide ALL 50% OFF TILL MIDNIGHT, SEPTEMBER 5TH! terminatortraining.com Kickstart - beginner/garage gym friendly (3 day/wk w/ optional 4th day) Hypertrophy - intermediate/advanced (5 day/wk muscle building) Jacked Gazelle - Hybrid athlete ( advanced-endurance/powerbuilding) SFAS prep - 12 week program for Special Forces (Green Beret) selection Nutrition Guide eBook - 32 pa...

Questions include: 1. What is your stance on barbell squats, bench, deadlift? 2. What do you recommend eating to stay lean and healthy? 3. Is a high or low volume approach better for muscle gain? 4. Is 10,000 steps a day really that important? 5. Is it possible to eat intuitively? Whichever platform you’re tuning in on, feel free to leave a review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated. The more re...

Welcome to the terminator training show! This week is a Q&A episode where I answered the following questions: What are the best glute exercises? What is the best way to warm up? How can I implement plyometric training? What are some common selection prep mistakes/what’s your favorite part of selection? What are some good sleep tracking devices? How do I lower my resting heart rate? How do I im...

Welcome to episode 22 of the TTM show! This episode is a conversation with my friend Brian Clark. We talked about a wide range of topics including: -Common mistakes made when training the younger population and what age is safe to start training -The importance of understanding the nervous system and the roll it plays in strength/muscle development and recovery - How genetics play a larger roll in...

In this Q&A episode, I answer 6 questions from my most recent Instagram story "Ask Me Anything". I answered the following questions in depth: 1. What are the best strategies for implementing rucking? 2. What are some tips to get rid of body odor? 3. How much sleep per night is ideal? 4. I've been having sub par workouts lately, what can cause this? 5. Is it a good idea to get a...

In this Q&A episode, I answer 7 questions from my weekly Instagram Q&A. Questions include: 1. What are your thoughts on pistol squats? 2. What are some good low carb dessert options? 3. What do you eat in a day as a hardgainer? 4. Can stress affect bowel movements? 5. What apps are good for tracking macros? 6. What are your favorite and least favorite exercises? Whichever platform you’re t...

A lot of people will say "just eat in a calorie deficit", and just leave it at that. There's very little information/content put out about how to feel more satiated WHILE in a calorie deficit. Heres the deal... Losing fat doesn't have to be miserable 24/7. Sure, you'll need to accept being hungry sometimes if you're in a calorie deficit for long enough. But there are...

In this episode, I highlight 5 nutrition myths and 5 training myths (along with a bonus myth) that still circulate the internet to this day.  Social media is great, but it's full of conflicting information that can create confusion among non-fitness and health experts. This often leads to hesitancy to start a fitness or nutrition program because it's so hard to decipher what's right...

In this single topic episode, I dive into the most important factors to consider for hypertrophy training (muscle building) Topics of discussion include: Why to train for hypertrophy The three main drivers of hypertrophy training: mechanical tension, muscle damage, metabolic stress How many sets/week/muscle group should you do to gain muscle What rep range is best for muscle growth Rest periods Mu...

Another Q&A episode of the Terminator Training Method Show with SPECIAL GUEST Monica Smith! Questions include: Would you recommend ruck running? Would you replace nordic curls (and negatives) with hamstring curls for strength? Should you add leg exercises into a push/pull/legs split on the upper body days? What are the most important things to focus on for special forces selection? What are so...

In this single topic episode, I break down the two different types of cardio/conditioning that are the most effective at improving your health and performance. Many people don't put much thought into their cardio. They do it for the wrong reasons and/or at the wrong intensity. Just going out and getting tired should not be your goal when it comes to cardio or conditioning (or any type of trai...

In this episode, I talk with my wife about the power of habits. Most people think that crazy amounts of discipline is required to get ahead in life. But most successful people have just figured out a way to make things habitual. We talk about how to make something a habit, how long it takes, why it's so important, and examples of several fitness, nutrition, mental health, and business/product...

Q&A Episode: 1. What are the differences between sumo and conventional deadlifts? 2. What are the benefits of unilateral (single limb) training? 3. Do you need to eat before and after a workout? 4. Is intermittent fasting a good idea? 5. What are some tips to increase my walking? Programs, blog, nutrition guide (currently free w/any program purchase) terminatortraining.com Kickstart - beginner...

In this single-topic episode I discuss several training and nutrition considerations for hardgainers; skinny or skinny-fat people who have trouble gaining muscle. Incorrect blanket statements people make about hardgainers 1. You should train less- why would someone trying to gain more muscle train less?! 2. You should only do barbell lifts- barbell lifts are important, but not the holy grail. To a...

Another Q&A episode today on the TTM show. 1.  What are some effective exercises that most people don't do but should be? 2. What are your favorite airbike workouts? 3. what are your thoughts on Tabata? 4. Do you recommend using pre workout? What brands? 5. How can I determine if I'm in zone 2? 6. What should I do on a rest day from training? If you're listening on Apple Podcast...

Another Q&A episode this week. Listener questions included: 1. How to fuel for longer endurance bouts? 2. Do you follow a mobility app or your own routine? 3. What are your thoughts on fat burners? 4. Is jacked gazelle good for conditioning? 5. How to train for longevity? 6. How to stay fit but still enjoy alcohol? Thank you for tuning in! Be sure to share this episode and the Terminator Train...

Another Q&A episode. Tried to keep it under 30 minutes, but just missed my mark! Oh well. Questions included: 1. How can I increase my protein intake? 2. How do I know my workouts are effective? 3. Is getting up early necessary for success? 4. Should I train to failure? 5. What supplements do you take? 6. Is it better to track macros or calories? Follow me on: IG: terminator_training Twitter:...

On today's Q&A episode I answered 6 listener questions: These questions included the first two non-meathead (fitness, health, nutrition) questions I've had the privilege of answering. Here's a rundown of all 6: 1. How can I get better at drinking enough water each day? 2. How can I prioritize family time? 3. What are the best shoes for walking? 4. Why do I feel so crushed after...