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Stew Smith Fitness News — mental toughness

It is 10% Physical / 90% Mental? Unpacking Toughness in Military and Law Enforcement Training

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It is 10% Physical / 90% Mental? Unpacking Toughness in Military and Law Enforcement Training

Why Mental Resilience and Physical Preparation Are Both Essential to Success 10-minute plank is more mental than physical Rethinking the '10% Physical / 90% Mental' Statement If you've ever prepared for a challenging military or law enforcement training program, you've probably heard the phrase, "It's 10% physical, 90% mental." It's echoed in boot camps, selection courses, and locker rooms across the country. At first glance, this statement might seem to diminish the importance of physical fitness or suggest that success depends mostly on book smarts. However, the reality is far more nuanced and empowering for anyone aiming to excel under...

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Twenty Five PLUS Years of Periodization Training Model - Tactical Fitness

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Twenty Five PLUS Years of Periodization Training Model - Tactical Fitness

I realized I have been using my Periodization style of training now for 25 years, after one of my former BUD/S prep students reminded me it was 25 years ago he and his classmates shipped off the BUD/S. This was the year, I learned I needed to make some changes in my personal and professional training program and they needed to make sense with job requirements. My periodization program is A WAY to train – not THE WAY to train. It has worked for me from the age of 30 to 56, and it took me from a near-broken, over-trained...

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Unleash the Power Within You with the "Never Quit Mindset"

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Unleash the Power Within You with the "Never Quit Mindset"

New Book / eBook / Audio Book Unlock Your Hidden Potential with Proven Strategies of Tactical Fitness Pioneer and Spec Ops Coach Stew Smith Transform Your Mindset to Never Quit Again Transform your life by cultivating a Never Quit Mindset that harnesses the principles of high-level fitness and tactical training coaching to overcome everyday obstacles. It is not uncommon to grapple with those internal 'quit demons' that threaten to crush your goals and dreams. You've tried pushing through, but consistently find yourself at the crossroads of moving forward or retreating. Let me introduce you to a solution born out of...

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Podcast: The Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith

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Podcast:  The Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith

The Tactical Fitness Report PodcastOver 200 Tactical Fitness Podcasts Completed Here is my FREE podcast I created to be viewed or heard as desired.  I have done most with former Navy SEAL Jeff Nichols (www.performancefirstus.com) and others with other former Spec Ops members, my mentors, and friends.  To, Through, and After Podcasts Also check out the TO, THROUGH, and AFTER Podcasts where we go into the journey of many special operators, tactical athletes, and more.  You can see the podcast on  Youtube.com/stew50smith (video), Apple Podcast- (search Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith), Google Play - search Tactical Fitness Report with...

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Warrior Workout Vol 2: 100 Workout Ideas for the Seasonal Tactical Fitness Periodization System

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Warrior Workout Vol 2:  100 Workout Ideas for the Seasonal Tactical Fitness Periodization System

Need ideas for Stew Smith's Seasonal Tactical Fitness Periodization System) - this book has 100 ideas for you to add to your current training / programming.  This is ideal for those who like to make their own workouts, don't feel like following a multi-week schedule.  Warrior Workouts, Volume 2 features over 100 all-new workouts designed to simulate the year-long periodized training of Navy SEALs and special forces elite. Learn how to use periodization for any tactical profession to improve performance as well as create longevity in a physically challenging profession.Combining a wide range of exercise information with tailored progression plans from legendary fitness...

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