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Special Forces Selection Body Composition: Ideal Weight, Body Fat %, and Muscle Mass Targets (With Data)

ByDave February 21, 2026February 21, 2026

The Harsh Truth: Body Composition Matters at Selection You’ve probably heard it before: “It’s not the size of…

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Powerlifting for Special Operations Selection Is a Mistake?

ByDave February 12, 2026February 10, 2026

Powerlifting during your military selection prep is a mistake. Now, that doesn’t mean strength doesn’t matter. It absolutely…

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How To Build Unshakable Confidence for Special Forces Training
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How To Build Unshakable Confidence for Special Forces Training

ByDave February 8, 2026February 2, 2026

Every year, thousands of men show up to Special Operations selection thinking they’re ready. And every year, roughly…

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Even an Olympic Marathoner Made This Mistake
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Even an Olympic Marathoner Made This Mistake

ByDave February 1, 2026February 8, 2026

One of the biggest myths I hear is that gaining muscle will make you slow. And like every…

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The Best Weightlifting Program for Special Forces Selection
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The Best Weightlifting Program for Special Forces Selection

ByDave January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Stronger, more muscular candidates consistently have higher selection rates. But most guys hear that and chase the wrong…

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How To Build RELENTLESS ENDURANCE for Selection
Running | Workout Programs

How To Build RELENTLESS ENDURANCE for Selection

ByDave May 29, 2025May 29, 2025

Intro If you’re just rucking and running for cardio, you’re missing the keys to developing what I call…

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Don’t Be In a Rush to Start Swimming
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Don’t Be In a Rush to Start Swimming

ByDave March 18, 2025February 18, 2025

If you’re training for a maritime selection like BUD/S or A&S and have a long or undetermined timeline,…

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Physical Profile of Air Force Special Warfare Trainees: Body Composition & Fitness Insights

ByDave February 14, 2025February 4, 2025

What does becoming a U.S. Air Force Special Warfare operator or any other SOF operator within the U.S….

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The Truth About Run Mileage
Running | Workout Programs

The Truth About Run Mileage

ByDave January 14, 2025January 9, 2025

There’s a lot of debate around how much mileage you need to be running for selection. Some say…

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The 5 Stages To Training for Special Operations
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What Predicts Success At Special Forces Assessment & Selection? A Comprehensive Guide

ByDave January 13, 2025July 1, 2025

Success in the U.S. Army Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) course is no small feat. This grueling…

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    Supplements, Peptides, and PEDs for Special Operations Selection: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t)

    Figuring out what nutrition and supplements actually work for military selection is one of the most frustrating parts of preparation. There’s no shortage of people in this space selling powders, pills, and protocols — many backed by cherry-picked studies, anecdotes, or outright hype….

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