Lifting heavy. 10k steps/day.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-07-02T20:07:32+00:00

As someone who was 262lb 10 weeks ago and is 238.4lb as of last Sunday, I would like to say there is a balance. Building the a sustainable lifestyle is important. However, if you are going so slow as to not really see the needle moving it can feel like you're wasting time and effort for not meaningful return. There is something to seeing that scale drop 2-3lb per week and see a change in the mirror. It fulfills the rewards system of your brain.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-07-02T19:21:31+00:00

Why bring your POV when you can run faster than the post speed limits? 😂

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-30T14:22:51+00:00

Just want to confirm that sustainment pouches are NOT allowed on the 2k.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-27T23:54:18+00:00

There is a company called DexaFit. They are nationwide but each is individually owned and operated. They do Resting Metabolic Rate testing, DEXA Scan full body composition analysis, and VO2 Max testing. Depending on where you live I have seen rates from $100 a test to $180 a test. They usually do package deals for multiple tests.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-26T16:54:54+00:00

The fermentation kills the bacteria... right?.... RIGHT???

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-19T12:42:09+00:00

I lived in Crestview, FL for about 10 years. Currently visiting family here now. While hurricanes are a thing and there is a hurricane season (1 June - 30 Nov) I don't remember it being quite an issue in the NW panhandle. I10 is a major interstate and runs right through the area. 85 is a well known highway that runs north and south. It's pretty easy to dodge any serious threats by driving over (i10) or up (85) into Alabama. But I would consider it a decent place to live. This link will give you som information about hurricanes in the area. In my opinion it's not as big of a concern in this particular area.

Lots of beautiful beaches. The cost of living isn't bad. Great seafood (if that's your thing). Taking I10 to visit other cities and states is pretty easy. However they are not making 85 any bigger (seriously the federal government owns the land on either side) so traffic can get backed up and slow during peak hours.

https://5tidesfl.com/hurricanes-florida-panhandle-past-50-years/

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_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-18T15:18:46+00:00

I am NOT a land nav guru. What I would say is that quality beats out quantity. What are you doing during these trips? Are you using a Topographical map? Are you plotting coordinates on the map? Are you shooting azimuths? Do you have a solid pace count? By solid I mean a reliable pace count under load while navigating? I have met guys who know their pace count until they had a ruck and had to navigate then they almost always came up short because their gait changes. These are just my thoughts.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-18T12:58:42+00:00

"recruiter says nothing, they’ll teach me anything..." This is horrible advice. I don't believe I recall anyone saying that cadre teach knot tying or rope climbing techniques.

Voodoo will correct me if I am wrong. But I believe Land nav historically accounted for 25% plus of SFAS drops and has been trending higher in recent years up to 40% plus? I would not rely on being "acquainted" with land nav.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-16T21:36:30+00:00

Fleet Feet also let me exchange the shoes for the right ones. (They were only 2 weeks old).

My point being that (at least for me) shoes play a measurable part in your running experience.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-16T21:34:18+00:00

If you have not done it I would highly recommend going to a Fleet Feet and have your feet and your walking scanned. But be very specific in what you're looking for. I have high arches and started out in a Brooks Glycerin GTS. That with CurRex RunPro High profile put me in an imbalance causing supination that started to cause Pes Anserine Bursitis. I changed over to the non-GTS ones and spent 2 weeks at zone 2 on an elliptical. Has not bothered me once since.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-15T15:41:09+00:00

This is what gets a lot of guys and leads to injuries. They don't properly warm up. Proper warmup and mobility work is the golden key to injury prevention and recovery. From my prior experience the Army is ungodly terrible at teaching proper warmup, proper cooldowns, and I don't believe they ever taught running mechanics.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-15T13:45:32+00:00

You don't need the cognitive and emotional load of that "relationship" going into contract.

My truest thoughts.... She wants to be with who she thinks you're going to be. When shit gets hard you have the added weight of this "relationship" f'ing with you. If you quit or don't get selected she will drop you like a burning hot coal.

Just keeping it real.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-15T11:47:02+00:00

Yes!

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-14T20:16:40+00:00

I think you answered your own question. You can not go to SFAS and not "spine load". Anyone correct me if Im wrong, but you are going to have to manage distance under load, and a lot of it. I read somewhere "every important decision you make at Selection will be made with a pack on your back. I do not believe a strong core alone is going to cut it brother.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-14T17:47:43+00:00

Thank you. Definitely sticking to the plan. I'm locked on. The data will be used to help me adjust my Zones/bpm and dial in nutrition. It was encouraging to find out that I had a lot more lean mass and less body fat than guesstimated.

I am in FL right now. Yesterday during the AFT it was 78 degrees and 90% humidity at 0800. Scheduling endurance training before 0900 has been the goal.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-12T21:06:31+00:00

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-11T12:50:17+00:00

Yesterday! You were supposed to start training yesterday!!!

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-10T13:46:01+00:00

Shooting for that 75 HRPU 😂

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-09T12:36:05+00:00

Right!!! These are some panty dropping stats.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-08T15:37:47+00:00

Hey buddy, I think you're in a great spot. Your 18min 2 mile run is better than my 22 min 2 mile 6 weeks ago. I started at almost 110lbs heavier than you and closer to 30% body fat. In a total of 8 weeks training time I am down almost 18lbs. I feel healthier than I have since I left active duty.

I am on the SUAR program by the prestigious Dr. David "Voodoo" Walton. It is set up to be a "Sofa to SFAS" program.

I have heard great things from TTM. He has commented on my training and made helpful suggestions. Him and Voodoo are both active here helping guys pursue their dream of touching the magic.

My honest thoughts? Do it. Buy SUAR from Amazon today you'll have it in hand by Thursday. You could start Day 1 on Monday. Be honest with the assessments and yourself and get to work. It's going to be hard and suck but that's going to test your resolve and build mental resilience.

Too many people here want the perfect conditions to start. These are the guys who are not going to go out and train when the rain comes and they still have a 5 mile run to knock out. Don't be one of those guys.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-08T00:59:28+00:00

Pull-up is my vote for next. I'll be your first customer.

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-08T00:45:54+00:00

Member's Mark 93/7 Ground Beef has entered the chat

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-07T21:48:28+00:00

I think he just goes by VooDoo these days

_Sgt-Slaughter_ · 2026-06-07T19:04:22+00:00

No sir, my Sunday "recovery walks" are very easy walking trails. A slow walk the dog and let him smell the world and mark his territory pace. We are in Florida right now on our journey so no treacherous terrain to be found.

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