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The New Winter Lift Cycle with Specialized Block Periodization is the Answer3:1 Strength Weeks to PST/PAST Week Training / Testing Cycles Have you ever thought of doing a strength cycle for three weeks then doing a deload week for a cycle of 12-16 weeks?  Many of us who used to powerlift have been doing that type of training for years. But, this model is different. Instead of a classic de-load week, let's do a week of calisthenics and cardio to maintain / even improve current PST and PAST Test scores. This 3:1 Tactical Fitness Block Periodization Model does just that....

We All Fail at Some Point. It is What We Do Next That is Most Important Have you ever felt like your life is a complete train wreck? I have. Let me tell you about my story and what helped me turn it around.   Once upon a time, there I was - a freshman (or Plebe) at US Naval Academy.  I had just finished my senior year with above average grades, played a sport every season, was team captain for a few teams, student-athlete, leader in some clubs and feeling pretty good amount myself at 18 years old. To be...

For the Next Ten Day Until Halloween Get Coupon Code, Free eBooks / Books, and a chance to win a 12 Week PT CLUB Membership ($349) The 10 Days of Halloween Works Like this: #10daysofhalloween 1) Send us your best pic of you working out and looking like a superhero / super villian etc... For instance - I notice when I am training before dawn I look like the Emperor Palpatine of Star Wars (am I right?)Any submission will get a COUPON Code to save 25% on any purchase at StewSmithFitness.com.  BUT Wait - here is where it gets better:...

The Habit of Persistence is the path to getting you to where you want to be and who you want to become...  Don’t overthink this journey to reach ANY goal you have in front of you - just be persistent. Do hard work now – consistently and patiently.  Assess yourself regularly to see if you are turning weaknesses into strengths and maintaining strengths as needed for your specific tasks in your future. Hard work, consistency, and patience wins every time. The 10 Second Mindset is a series of quick form posts with the goal of helping you snap into a...

Too Much Thinking - Not Enough Doing: Get to Work! From Only Easy Day @onlyeasyday I had a recent conversation with a potential spec ops candidate who kept asking questions concerning his future journey and all my answers came back to being patient, being consistent, and working hard. Do the hard work!  Not just enough to get by but more than anyone in the room.If you are asking similar questions of yourself, understand that it does not have to be complicated. In fact, it is quite simple if you are willing to put in the work. Here are some of the...