The Everyday Responder

A sub-6:00 mile doesn't mean you can carry equipment up four flights of stairs and still make decisions. A 1000lb club total doesn't mean your body holds up under sustained operations. And green on a tracker? That just means you're good at taking tests. This episode breaks down what most people get wrong about being Uniform Strong.  We're talking about: Gym Strong vs. Uniform S...

I don’t knock New Years resolutions…  I knock not debriefing the year before you make improvements for the next.  These are some important lessons I learned from the arena in 2025, and ones I’m going to continually refine for 2026.  Implement these for a great year!  Start strong. Finish strong.  Lets connect:  The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying P...

Will Schiller is a coach, entrepreneur, and one of the most trusted voices in our space. He's been in the coaches' corner of countless high-speed tactical strength and conditioning coaches so we get a rare perspective from the other side of the whiteboard. His strategies aren't theoretical. They're life-changing. I can attest to it after working with Will for over a year. This...

Here are some of the topics we covered in this weeks Q&A:  Losing weight while maintaining strength  Putting on strength & size  Confidence while lifting heavier  Form better habits  Increase pushups & pullups  Advice for coaching tactical athletes  If you enjoyed this episode, or have feedback, don't forget to leave a review!  Lets connect:  The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the...

Jason Schwarzer is a First Sergeant in the Army.  Most say "lead from the front", but how can you put it into action? The answer is in redefining what it actually means. From waking up at 2:57 to logging 70-mile weeks. From eating in the DFAC with soldiers to decompressing outside the uniform. Jason takes us through his journey in ultra running, revealing the early mornings, late nights,...

Recent interview from the Assemble Performance Podcast. I sat down with my coach, Justin Jones, and talked about preparation, race day, and my experience running a 50K. We discuss our coaching approach, the mental and physical hurdles I faced during training, and the strategies that got me to the finish line. This episode is packed with insights for anyone interested in endurance training, working...

Why do most tactical athletes overtrain their way into injury and burnout? In this episode, we break down the 3 critical mistakes we see repeatedly - and introduce the Everyday Responder framework that's helping high-performing tactical athletes build staying power. You'll learn our foundational  pillars, see inside our exact workflow with clients, and understand why knowledge without ac...

Most tactical athletes don't know how to downshift, and it kills performance. After decades in law enforcement, @therealjumpanjay has cracked the code on sustaining high performance. He's maintained peak readiness in LE while being a dedicated family man, mental health advocate, coach, and community leader. In this episode, you'll discover: Practical strategies for maintaining peak...

Most tactical athletes slash calories and add volume until something breaks. They make weight but show up weaker and burned out. The Problem: We go "all in" without respecting recovery, use binary nutrition thinking, and don't eat enough to turn training stress into adaptation. What You'll Learn: 5 strategies to cut weight while protecting strength and performance: Timeline str...

If you think goals are only about the finish line.... You're missing the point.  In today's episode, we recap the Austin Rattler 50k race and cover strategies used that will increase your performance.  Learn how to apply:   resiliency in real time  mindset reframes & perspective shifts  the power of coaching  If you want to dive more into specific 50k training, check out episode 38  ...

You know what the right advice looks like, and you would give it to your teammate: Manage stressors  Master the basics  Maximize sleep  Fuel performance  Consistency is king  But would you give yourself the same advice?  Here is the reframe: Treat yourself like someone you're responsible for leading. Lets connect:  The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with...

I used to have a bad relationship with training - underestimating the upside of doing less. It wasn't until I changed the rules where I got clear and started to make sustainable progress:  Readiness Assessment  Minimum Effective Dose  High-performance Standards  Fueling for Performance In this episode, you'll learn exactly how to apply each one to build sustainable results without burnin...

Here are some topics we covered in this weeks Q&A:  Fueling for performance  Resting between exercises  How to fit macros without going over  How to combat burnout  Habit and mental game development Strongman for tactical athletes?   If you enjoyed this episode, or have feedback, don't forget to leave a review!  If you're interested in our newsletter, join here:  Weekly newsletter  ...

As responsibilities stack up, "train more" stops being the answer. You don't need help getting tired. You need a system where you: Hit PRs Recover and perform in the real world Train around chaotic schedules 2 full-body days + 2 conditioning days. ~3 hours per week. That's Built to Respond. Try it free for 7 days → Train Heroic Lets connect:  The Endurance Crucible - Learn how...

The tactical community loves simple solutions: want to get faster? Run faster. But the reality is far more nuanced. In this episode, we cover five counterintuitive strategies that actually work for improving run times. What You'll Learn: Why most tactical athletes start running without the right baseline (and what to test instead) The training variable you should focus on that isn't pace...

Another Q & A!  Here are some topics we covered based on listeners questions:  Recent 25k recap  Training around injuries / getting hired with injuries  How to balance training data and how you feel  The importance of recording sessions  How to get out of a training slump  how doing civilian events (races, meets, etc) help tactical athletes  My mentors who have had a massive impact  If you enj...

The simple question that tactical athletes need to relentlessly answer:  Who or what does this serve? Your decisions don't just affect you... they impact mission readiness. In today's episode, we cut through the noise with this decision filter for training, nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset. Break free from: Information overload Echo chambers Decision fatigue Discover why the counterintu...

Whether it's 50k, your next big challenge, or a 20-year career, the principles are the same: Build gradually Eliminate the noise  Never sacrifice your capacity to handle hard things Your career is an ultra. In today's episodes we talk about lessons, strategies, and tactics so you can train like it. If you want weekly insights on training, mindset, and lifestyle that ensure peak performan...

Another Q&A!  Here are some of the questions we covered:  I want to put something on the schedule. What should I do?  How to stop post-shift binges? (and the red flags associated)  How to train on vacation and not lose momentum?  Can you explain RPE?  Book recommendations for tactical athletes?  Lets connect:  The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Stayin...

Most tactical athletes train at 50% capacity without knowing it. This episode reveals the 3 performance killers compromising readiness and introduces a solution to your breakthrough. What Is  Readiness? Firing on all cylinders with max efficiency - in training and the other 23 hours of your day. It's optimization across every performance domain. The 3 Performance Killers: 1. Compile Programs:...

My coach Justin Jones and I connected because of our love for hybrid training, tactical athletes' missions, and balancing competing priorities (ie. school, family, work, and life). We both have the philosophy of “coaches need coaches” and I’m currently tackling some uncharted territory with an upcoming race.  Justin and I are on the road to redemption for a 50k that I signed up for years ago…...

These are your reminders that once you commit to your goals, they are not negotiable. Most people want results without reality: You will have to get uncomfortable You will have to make sacrifices You will have to go toe to toe with the mirror If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. Some look for excuses (you will always find one). Others make it happen. Stop waiting for permission. Start now...

Jenna (The Millennial Veteran) has created a tool to unlock your powerful future self by re-defining who you are today.  In this podcast we take you on a journey through her mission, talk through her actionable advice, and give you an inside look into The Veterans Workbook. 'You were trained to be tough, but now it's time to be whole.'  It's time to break down the self-imposed...

Excellence isn't perfection. It's about silencing your inner critic and taking consistent action. This episode redefines what true excellence means for tactical athletes. We cover your 5-Step Breakthrough in detail in this episode: Get under the bar (Your systems) Take the hard path (Stay persistent) Do it for others (Stay accountable) Commit to your goals (Become that person) Keep self-...

Your physical limits aren't determined by your physical capacity. They're determined by your willingness to endure mental discomfort. In this episode: Why your mental ceiling determines your physical ceiling Three non-negotiables that build mental endurance  How to own your last hour for clarity and momentum The simple morning win that jumpstarts performance Bottom Line: Every time you p...