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DetailsWOD 04-16-2015
Warm-up 50 KB Snatches R/L (16 kg) 10 Knees to Elbows Tactical Athlete Total Three attempts each at: Back Squat Double KB Military Press (start in the rack position, hand must be below chin, press to lockout) Deadlift Weighted Pull-up The CrossFit Total was created by mark Rippetoe. He compiled the three most effective lifts…
DetailsThe Thundering Legion
In the winter of 320 AD, Constantine was Emperor of the West and Licinius was Emperor of the East. Licinius, under pressure from Constantine, had agreed to legalize Christianity in his territory, and the two made an alliance (cemented by the marriage of Licinius to Constantia the sister of Constantine), but now Licinius broke the…
DetailsWarrior’s Tools: It’s a Matter of Protection
The majority of this article is excerpted directly from an article I read approximately 15 years ago. It was written in a local Christian magazine, authored by Tom Terry. It gives a balance perspective on gun ownership and biblical use of force. For the Christian asking about God’s perspective on gun use, the Bible is…
DetailsConquering Tactical Pull-Ups
By Steve Baccari Exercise: Tactical pull-ups: overhand thumb-less pull-ups from a dead hang, chin must clear the bar If you are not capable of completing a tactical pull-up, you are not alone. Many people, most of who think they will not have a problem, cannot complete one correctly. If they can complete 1, 2 to…
DetailsCompetitive Shooting Q&A
The following article is a compilation of questions and answers concerning the physical preparation for competitive shooting. Dr. Von Rice gave me permission to share our correspondence with fellow tactical athletes. The training insights are universal and can be applied to physical enhancement for any sport or profession. Dr. Rice: “First let me say thanks…
DetailsFun with Kettlebells
The purpose of this article is to share a few insights to make some of the basic exercises more fun and challenging. The Two Arm Swing: The two-arm swing is a simple and foundational exercise that can be mastered quickly. Because of it’s simplicity, many people get bored with it or forget it when they…
DetailsOne-Legged Janda Sit-Ups
The Janda sit-up, as demonstrated in Pavel’s Bullet-Proof Abs book and Beyond Crunches video has been a staple exercise for me and the people I train. Ideally, it is best to use the Ab Pavelizer when practicing Janda sit-ups. If you find yourself in a situation where one is not available, don’t panic. In a…
DetailsThe Power of Three
“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” Ecclesiastes 4:12 Drill 3 Select three different sized kettlebells (i.e. 32kg, 24kg, 16kg). Place them in a row, five feet apart, in descending order (i.e. biggest to smallest). This is a three-part drill. Each part is one…
DetailsBridging Part II: Mastering the Bridge in Minutes, not Months
by Jeff Martone, owner of Tactical Athlete The wrestler’s back bridge is a great total body exercise that builds strength and flexibility. As Steve Baccari says, “It works everything – from your nose to your toes”. The following insights will result in almost instant results (i.e. perfect form) with minimal pain and suffering. What would…
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