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Stew Smith Fitness News — BUDS

How to Get to BUDS - All Options (plus updates)

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How to Get to BUDS - All Options (plus updates)

All roads to becoming a Navy SEAL, end at BUD/S - Basic Underwater Demolition / SEAL Training. There are many routes to get to sunny Coronado, California where BUD/S is located, but the only way to become a Navy SEAL is you have to finish BUD/S first. You have to get TO BUDS in order to get THROUGH BUDS - learn the difference.  Below are the several options SEAL wanna-be's struggle with and definitely should know before signing any paperwork with the Navy:First Option - Join the Navy by Enlisting...This is the route that will give you the best chance...

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Preparing to Get THROUGH the Training (aka Graduate)

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Preparing to Get THROUGH the Training (aka Graduate)

Do Not Miss Out On What a Majority of Spec Ops Candidates Fail to Do(Train Specifically to Get Through BUD/S, Selection, etc..)  Many people focus simply on getting accepted into difficult programs but never consider that they should also be preparing themselves for the challenges of getting THROUGH the training. This requires specific focus and ALWAYS a level up in effort levels. Believe it or not, most people do not know, understand, or have ever experienced what they need to do to prepare themselves. Here's why I say that...  Most Spec Ops Candidates Think They Are Ready Because: Often military...

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Workouts and Techniques That Help with Drownproofing (SAFELY)

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Workouts and Techniques That Help with Drownproofing (SAFELY)

Workouts and Techniques That Help with Drownproofing (SAFELY) Many people need to work on their water confidence.  Treading water, swimming, swimming underwater is one way to build a moderate level of confidence in the water. Add in gear, equipment, clothing, and for some units hands tied / feet tied and you have a high level of water confidence that is required in many of the nation's special ops units like Navy SEAL, Air Force PJ, and USMC RECON.  Some rules:1 - Don't swim alone2 - Do NOT practice underwater swimming alone3 - Do NOT do underwater breath holds for max...

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Running Plan to Help You Get You TO and THROUGH Selection Training (20 Miles a Week)

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Running Plan to Help You Get  You  TO and THROUGH Selection Training (20 Miles a Week)

Running Plan to Help You Get  You TO and THROUGH Selection Training The following chart is an 8 week running plan that requires you to build up to 20 miles a week before starting this program, then focus on getting those 20 miles of running done fast using a variety of methods. (Goal Pacing, Hills, Sand, Sprint Intervals, Mobility / Non-impact Cardio, Run and Leg PT, and more).  There are two competitive paces you need to learn how to master in your journey toward most tactical communities - a short timed run pace of 6 minute miles and a longer...

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Physical Assessment Tools for To and Through Spec Ops Selection

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Physical Assessment Tools for To and Through Spec Ops Selection

Work to Achieve These Scores / Times on the Following Events(Then - You MIGHT be Ready) Jeff Nichols and I recently did a Tactical Fitness Report on how we assess candidates throughout the process of training.  Not just as an initial assessment, but this chart can help you see where you meet up on the spectrum of training that will place you in the top 25% of candidates in spec ops selection programs.   The Tactical Fitness Report (video) The Charts and Exercise Standards of Selection Preparation TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR YOU - IT DEPENDS ON THE FOLLOWING:- your athletic history (sports/training...

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