STRONG Life Episode 96 is with Entrepreneur & Most of all, Successful Family Man, Ed O'Keefe. Ed is a father of 7, a recent graduate of The SEALFit 50 hr KOKORO Camp and has started multiple companies and taken them from $0 to 7 Figures. Ed and I connected long ago when I purchased his Dentist Profits System and applied it to growing and marketing my gym. I don't recall if I even owned my first gym back then so it was around 8-10 years ago. In this episode Ed and I discuss the … [Read more...]
Inside My Recent Training: Spartan Combat Training
I've been working around a nagging shoulder & bicep injury but finding a way to get it done and make it happen. The years and years of training are piling up since 1989 but I am grateful for all that happens to me as it makes me smarter and stronger. As I mentioned in the last STRONG Life podcast, "Everything that happens to you is the BEST thing that happens to you". The video below is Part 3 in the feature of my training where I dig deep and connect with my Warrior spirit. I have zero … [Read more...]
Marcus Luttrell Speaks to Alabama Football Team (WHAT You ARE!)
So many people complain about life and how tough of a life they have. Ironically, these complainers often have a nice job, a nice car, a roof over their head and more. Somehow, someway, they still find a way to talk as if their life is so tough. Athletes complain about how busy they are, blame the ref for losing, complain about their coaches, etc. These are the same athletes who have opportunity all around them to do things to become better. They have the time and resources but find excuses and … [Read more...]
The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength & Conditioning [Finally Here!!]
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The Encyclopedia of Underground Strength & Conditioning OK, Guys & Gals! THE Encyclopedia is FINALLY here and I promise you, the wait is well worth it. Like everything I do, I put my heart and soul into this book. It's a compilation of all the blood, sweat and tears that taught me about being STRONG both in the gym and in LIFE. And when I say blood, sweat and tears, that is ALL truth, as you'll find out in the first chapter of this Bad Ass Encylopedia..... … [Read more...]
Weekend Life, Lifting & Learning List: Feb. 1, 2014
Let's attack this weekend's learning list. In this episode I discuss the following resources & tips: - Nutrition Books & Guidelines - The Podcasts I am listening to - Movies and Books that have inspired me recently in life, lifting and business … [Read more...]
6 Tips On Success, Crushing Obstacles & Finding Motivation
“If you are unsure of a course of action, do not attempt it. Your doubts and hesitations will infect your execution. Timidity is dangerous: Better to enter with boldness. Any mistakes you commit through audacity are easily corrected with more audacity. Everyone admires the bold; no one honors the timid.” ~ Robert Greene, Author of Mastery ~ I remember when I STOPPED Giving a shit about the perfect workout along with perfect sets and reps. I stopped because I realized that perfection … [Read more...]
Navy SEAL Life Lessons & The SEALFit 20 X Challenge
The year was 1993. I was 17 years old and had to wrestle off for the opportunity to wrestle in the districts my senior year. I clearly remember that quickly into the match I had a feeling of rapid fatigue in my muscles and lungs. I remember being frightened as fear quickly crept into my thoughts about how my body felt. I shut down and felt scared. I lost that wrestle off. I remember packing up my wrestling locker into a black garbage bag, and it was symbolic of a body bag at the time. It was … [Read more...]
Books You Should Be Reading & Why You MUST Read Daily
Reading and Running..... I read like a fiend, you should too.... I'll tell you why in a second. And about running.... don't worry, you're NOT too big, too old, too busy, etc. Watch this video and I'll show you all the books I'm reading / audio books I am listening to and how they WILL make you a stronger person, mentally, physically, spiritually. … [Read more...]
Set A NEW Standard & Raise The Bar HIGHER
"He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened. He who conquers others has physical strength. He who conquers himself is strong." There is a BIG problem with people today, of ALL ages. It's NOT everyone, but damn, this BS is running rampant. If everyone would apply themselves to the 20 X factor described in yesterday's blog, we would ALL be so freaking successful it isn't even … [Read more...]
3 Tips To Conquer ANY Challenge
In mid September, me and a few close friends have a 26 hr, non stop Navy SEAL challenge. 2 former Navy SEALs (both friends of mine - although I safely assume they won't be my friend during this mission) will put my buddies and I through the ringer and I imagine it will be like a kick in the teeth AND the balls at the same time. But wanna know something? I am PSYCHED and can NOT wait to GO! The challenge is organized by former Navy SEAL, Mark Divine, the ass kickings will be led by 2 … [Read more...]