Jake, Author at Tier Three Tactical

Weight Loss, Science, and Functional Fitness Body Transformations

February 2, 2020December 30, 2018 by Jake

The vast majority of people start training because they want to lose weight and get in shape. Almost all new athletes who walk into the … Read more

Tier Three Tactical: Pistol Standards

November 19, 2020December 22, 2018 by Jake

You’re not ready to defend yourself with a firearm. It’s a bold statement I know, but unfortunately it’s true for the vast majority of self … Read more

9 Amazing Operator Fitness Standards and Statistics

January 29, 2020December 16, 2018 by Jake

If you’re reading this article chances are you probably want to be an operator, are an operator, or tell people on the internet you are … Read more

The Tier Three Fitness Competitors Program (Part 4)

February 2, 2020December 8, 2018 by Jake

Now the intensity begins. So far in our year long cycle we’ve seen some heavy weights, and intense reps. This cycle will focus on ramping … Read more

Gear Review: Bravo Concealment Light Bearing Holster for Glock 17

November 27, 2018November 27, 2018 by Jake

If you are a gun person, then chances are that you probably own a Glock, or several Glock, or all the Glocks. They are great firearms, and there are tons of lights and accessories you can add onto your pistol. The question is how do you find a quality holster to fit your Glock with these add ons? Trick question, you go to Bravo Concealment and pick up some of their excellent kydex holsters.

The 8 Week Functional Bodybuilding Hybrid Program

October 13, 2024November 12, 2018 by Jake

If you want to gain muscle mass and conditioning with an awesome 8 Week Functional Bodybuilding Hybrid program then you’ve come to the right place. … Read more

Bodybuilding and Functional Fitness: A Case Study on Anabolic Steroid Use

February 2, 2020October 11, 2018 by Jake

We all know that performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) are in common use in athletics. They are at least partially responsible for most if not all world records set in the strength sports, and alas, fitness competition is no exception. Recently we’ve seen a rash of positive drug tests for top level athletes, and even more lame excuses. This article will explore some of the realities of PED use through an excellent study on anabolic steroid use in amateur bodybuilders.

The Tier Three Fitness Competitors Program (Part 3)

January 31, 2020September 21, 2018 by Jake

This is a continuation of our year long series of free fitness programming for the competitive athlete. This cycle will continue to build our base of strength, and drastically start to ramp up our conditioning.

The Science of CQB, Gunfighting, and Not Getting Shot

September 13, 2018September 13, 2018 by Jake

The problem with gunfighting is that you don’t live long enough to make mistakes. The second problem with gunfighting is that for normal, well adjusted people, it never happens. So how would someone learn what works and what doesn’t besides listening to some guy talk about his six tours in Grenada?

That has been the million dollar question, that hasn’t really been answered until now. This article will discuss some great research into gunfighting and cqb fighting styles that have been scientifically tested.

How to Become an Advanced Functional Fitness Athlete

January 29, 2020September 7, 2018 by Jake

So you’ve hitting the gym for a while, and you’ve stopped making progress. I’m going to guess that you’ve been doing functional fitness for about … Read more

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