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The Workout Routine I Did For Special Forces
Benching 225 and running a sub-4-hour marathon is a gold standard for being in shape.
I signed up for Special Forces (aka18XRAY) purely for the thrill, just like I did with ultramarathons and working out.
For the top .1% of society with mental and physical excellence, becoming a Special Forces operator offers enough prestige and unique opportunities to last a lifetime. I wanted that.
Unfortunately, I never got the chance, suffering a bad ankle injury a month out from selection and subsequently landing two dream jobs: writing documentaries with a YouTuber and working with 99Bitcoins.
But I don’t want all my Special Forces preparation to go to waste. I learned a lot, especially since I was mentored by two former Special Forces soldiers and some of the top runners in Colorado. Here’s what I learned.
Don’t Overtain
Special Forces are looking for people who are special.
This means they want athletes who can cross-train, whether running or lifting, for the Green Berets. Swimming, running, and lifting for the Seals, or everything and anything for Air Force Combat Controller Specialists.
