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5 Lessons Learned In My First Shooting Competition

December 26, 2017July 3, 2017 by Jake

I thought I was a good shooter, until I did a three gun competition. After all, I’ve been shooting for over 20 years, I’ve qualified expert in the Marine Corps with multiple weapons systems, I’ve qualified expert in my police department in both rifle and pistol, and I would estimate conservatively that I’ve shot over 30,000 rounds from various firearms.

So why did I find three gun so challenging, and why do I think you should be shooting competitively, if you take your self defense seriously? Keep reading to find out the five key lessons I learned in my first three gun competition.

Reverse Dieting for Functional Fitness: Stay Lean Eat More

February 2, 2020June 9, 2017 by Jake

So you’ve been dieting for a while and have lost a bunch of weight? Great, you’re probably going to gain it all back, or more. It sounds harsh because it is. Only about 20% of folks that drastically lose weight keep it off for over a year. However, there is a fair amount of research that shows the difference between those that make permanent changes, and those that regain it all back. This article will cover strategies to lose fat for the long term, for functional fitness athletes.

John Wick 2: Guns, Gear, and Total Costs

February 10, 2019June 4, 2017 by Jake

If you don’t like John Wick then screw you! Just kidding, but seriously. John Wick is probably the most badass assassin to grace the silver screen, and I bet you secretly want to be him, or at least have all those sweet guns. This article will look at just how much dough it takes to be John Wick, from guns, to the gear, and of course that sweet Mustang.

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.

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.

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