What's your purpose for training?

We all have those questions lingering around our mind as to our "purpose" for training. Athletes and Troops know their purpose of training because they apply it more frequently on the job. But what about the soccer mom or the school teacher? In the Marine Corps Sniper School, we trained rigorously on the range and in the field. No matter how the weather was time of day or year. This applies during wartime or peacetime. The reason? Well, you do know when and what you will be encountered with so you had to stay in a mind of readiness in order to be proficient at the job or accomplish the mission.

The same applies to us as civilians in life. You never know when and what you will encounter on a day by day basis. But training hard will provide a sense of comfort and security to YOURSELF no matter if your in a car accident, burglarized, slip on stairs or simply playing with your kids or pets. So the next time you take your fitness for granted, think about the unknown.

The Holidays are already here!!!

Well, its that time of the year again! I always tell everyone this is the best time to get back on track with your fitness. If you can make it through these last two months, then there should not be a problem for you long term. The problem is most become paralyzed during these times and practically damage themselves in the process. I have my own theories:

TIME - It's too early, its too late, its dark outside, Oh my show is on!

CONDITION - Its too cold, Its too wet, its too hot etc..

FREE WILL - Dan John mentioned this in his book "Never Let Go" Free will is one of the biggest enemies not just in fitness but in life in general. An alcoholic knows that drinking is bad but due to his own free will and "because he can" its easy for him to just have another bottle than to actually quit and detox. When it comes to fitness especially around the holidays, its so easy for some to just have that extra cake, bowl of stuffing because that is your free will to do so. Besides who's gonna stop you from doing it. On the other hand you may not have free will to decide when you are going to go to work or pay your bills because not to do so will have circumstances.


So stay focused during these winter holidays and keep fitness as an awareness. Start NOW if you really mean it. Don't wait for the "New Year Resolutionist" crowds becuase that would be too cliche and futile. Besides don't you think you deserve it NOW?

The Purpose

Its that time of the year again! Its getting colder outside, the holidays are approaching and there always seem to be another party or special engagement with each following week. Well, its been a long year and I know the last three months of the year are the worst to survive in terms of fitness and health. The purpose of this blog is to allow my family, friends and clients to follow me and my programming inside and outside the box. Its also designed to be a resource center for those who may have general questions or concerns about their health and fitness. Please take a moment to give feedback to as many of my post you find informative and I will answer all questions and concerns to the best of my knowledge and ability. 3-2-1 Lets Go!!!