Stew Smith Fitness News — navy seal
It is 10% Physical / 90% Mental? Unpacking Toughness in Military and Law Enforcement Training
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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...
Teamwork Skills in U.S. Special Ops Programs
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Being a Good Team Player - What Does That Mean? When asked recently about the most important "non-physical" trait someone who is about to attend BUD/S or any other Special Ops selection program should have, it took a minute to decide on the "most important." Sure, you need mental toughness, a never-quit attitude, and must be hard physically, but the most important non-physical trait is being a TEAM PLAYER. Additionally, being coachable is another trait that comes in a close second. Of course, there are individual challenges and tests that you alone must conquer, but no one makes it through any selection...
So You Wanna Be a Frogman? READ THIS FOR STARTERS
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A Starter Kit for Teens Seeking Special Ops Program in their future. #1 - Do Your Research: So You Wanna Be a Frogman? Well, are you ready? Are you preparing yourself? Have you ASSESSED your performance? Identified Weaknesses? Have you already enlisted in DEP and are trying to pass the PST? Are you wondering where to start? Common Question - How Will I Know When I am Ready? (Click here) How about this - do your research. ...
Podcast: The Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith
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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...
Getting Better at Runs and Swims (PST related)
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If you are coming from a strength and power background or new to training, you may find the speed and endurance requirements challenging if you want to get good enough scores to ace the PST. Typically, good goals to have for the 500yd CSS swim is between 8-8:30 and a 1.5 mile run at the end of the PST should be in the low 9 minute zone or sub 9 minutes. Those scores will help you get TO the training as long as your PT scores are also above average. Here is what I have my...