Jake, Author at Tier Three Tactical

Functional Fitness Hypertrophy Plan: What 200 Research Studies Recommend

April 12, 2021May 25, 2017 by Jake

Ok functional athletes, why aren’t you bodybuilding? I mean, you already spend all your time in the gym, and are obsessed about what you eat, so you might as well go full tilt. There are several great reasons why you’ll want to complete a bodybuilding cycle: improved strength, improved body composition, and scary biceps.

This article will look at over 200 research articles on hypertrophy and muscle development, and I will tell you how much muscle you can actually gain per day, and what that means for your performance. I will also give you a free 8 week plan to get jacked and tan, based off of these scientific studies.

3 Crucial Rules for Building and Using Your Home Gym

February 2, 2020May 20, 2017 by Jake

Having a home gym is one of the best and worst things you can do for your fitness. On one hand, you are only steps away from being able to workout whenever you want, on the other hand, you are only steps away from working out whenever you want. It can become a trap, but there is a proper way to use a home gym to enhance your fitness. Keep reading to see how to set up your gym, and how to program your workouts appropriately to take your fitness to the next level.

25 Gunfighting Stats Learned From Convicted Cop Killers

March 31, 2020May 10, 2017 by Jake

This article is going to be an in-depth look at the statistics related to some of the worst criminals, cop killers. Every five years or so the FBI compiles a list of all cases where a criminal kills a cop in the line of duty, and publishes a report detailing their findings. Let me say that they are shocking, and many of them go against the conventional wisdom police officers and responsibly armed citizens currently believe about criminals. Keep reading to see how this data will affect you, and your weapons training.

The Ultimate Functional Fitness Nutrition Guide

February 3, 2020May 5, 2017 by Jake

If you’re looking for a weight loss plan, or a new fad diet, stop reading now. This article is going to be a comprehensive guide to eating like an athlete, as well as an introduction to the principles that underline eating for performance. By the end of the article, you will be able to set up your own customized nutrition plan, as well as understand what you need to eat for maximum performance.

The 5 Worst Types of Gun Guys (Part 2)

May 5, 2017April 27, 2017 by Jake

Chances are if you’re reading this article you are a gun enthusiast, and are probably big into unicorns, or at least the first one. There are thousands of great people that really love their firearms, but like any big group of folks there are some odd jobs that engage in some strange practices. Keep reading to see if you are one of these 5 worst gun guys.

A Killer 6 Week Pressing Program for Functional Fitness Athletes

February 3, 2020April 22, 2017 by Jake

If you’re a strength athlete, then chances are you realize you need to work on your pressing strength. Unfortunately, you’ve probably been going about it all wrong. It’s not really your fault. There really aren’t any good plans to increase upper body pressing power for functional fitness athletes, until now. Keep reading for a killer 6 week training plan.

Gear Review: Spartan Armor, Banshee Plate Carrier

May 2, 2017April 18, 2017 by Jake

Body armor has become a hot item in the last few years. There are huge numbers of manufacturers producing a variety of items, and it can be very confusing trying to decide what type best suits you. Luckily, I’ve just tested a great set up for anyone. Keep reading to see our thoughts on body armor, setup, and the Spartan Armor plates in the Banshee Plate carrier

The 8 Week Functional Aerobic Capacity Program

February 3, 2020April 8, 2017 by Jake

If you’re a functional fitness athlete, chances are your cardio sucks. It’s a harsh statement, I know, and I put myself in this category as well. Functional fitness athletes are pretty strong and mentally tough, with great anaerobic endurance, but they often neglect their aerobic conditioning. This is likely the single biggest factor that is limiting your performance. This article will discuss methods to increase your aerobic capacity, and still keep all your gainz bro.

The Off Season: Time to Fix These 3 Weaknesses

January 29, 2020April 4, 2017 by Jake

The competitive season is over, and for the vast majority of us that means that our competitive season is done, and barring Tonya Harding, we aren’t going to the Regionals or the Games. That means it’s our off season, which is the time for fun, trying new things, and fixing our weaknesses. Keep reading to find out how to structure your off season.

Gear Review Benchmade Nimravus: The Knife Rambo Should Have Carried

March 26, 2017March 26, 2017 by Jake

If there’s anything I learned from the movie Rambo, it’s that if you want to be a chiseled badass, then you have to have a fixed blade knife. That whole franchise would have been ruined if he hadn’t had that fixed blade monster he carried around. While we may not need something that big, a good fixed blade knife is a key piece of gear for anyone. Keep reading to see our thoughts on the Benchmade Nimravus.

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