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Terminator Training Show
Kevin Smith
194 episodes
4 days ago
Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025. Sale goes till 11:59 EST NYE. https://terminatortraining.com/ Today’s topics: Sleep after long runs200s vs longer repeatsSFRE taper strategyIntensity without form lossBest rice & grinds flavorPost-OSUT detraining timelineFavorite part of my jobFast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gapRepeat 2/5-mile programDeficit + hybrid performanceCream of rice v. rice n grinds18X leadership debateLocal gym recommendationsQues...
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Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025. Sale goes till 11:59 EST NYE. https://terminatortraining.com/ Today’s topics: Sleep after long runs200s vs longer repeatsSFRE taper strategyIntensity without form lossBest rice & grinds flavorPost-OSUT detraining timelineFavorite part of my jobFast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gapRepeat 2/5-mile programDeficit + hybrid performanceCream of rice v. rice n grinds18X leadership debateLocal gym recommendationsQues...
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Terminator Training Show
Episode 194 - Q&A: Slow 5-Mi/Fast 2-Mi Fixes, Are 18-X Bad Leaders, Favorite Parts of My Job, Short Vs. Long Run Repeats, SFRE Taper Tips, Cutting & Optimal Performance, Training while Traveling, Best Rice & Grinds Flavors & More!
Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025. Sale goes till 11:59 EST NYE. https://terminatortraining.com/ Today’s topics: Sleep after long runs200s vs longer repeatsSFRE taper strategyIntensity without form lossBest rice & grinds flavorPost-OSUT detraining timelineFavorite part of my jobFast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gapRepeat 2/5-mile programDeficit + hybrid performanceCream of rice v. rice n grinds18X leadership debateLocal gym recommendationsQues...
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5 days ago
56 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 193 - 12 Dumb Training Mistakes I made as A Green Beret So You (Hopefully) Don't Have To
JG3.0 Sale still live! (Ends tomorrow—20 Dec, 2025 at 11:59PM) Use code JG3FIT at checkout for 25% off! In today’s episode, I break down 12 major training mistakes I made as a green beret that I’d go back and change if I knew better. I made these mistakes so, assuming you listen, you don’t have to. I had a great time shooting this one. It’s chock full of nuggets and applies to SO MANY people’s training tendencies—future, current and even former SOF (as well as just general hard chargers). I p...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 9 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 192 - Q&A: JG 3.0 is HERE!, Ranger School Age Cop Outs, Back Vs. Belt Squats, Best TTM Fat Loss Plans, Hyrox Vs. SFAS Fitness, Fitness Focus in 75th Ranger Reg., Ruck Running Tips, TTM 1:1 Coaching Prices and More!
Great news! Jacked Gazelle 3.0 is out and ready for purchase. To get it marked down 25%, use the code JG3FIT at checkout (discount runs till 11:59pm Friday, December 19) Option 40, ranger-school damageBest TTM fat-loss program Hyrox for SFAS fitnessConditioning finishers after liftingRunning RPE: breathing vs legsSourdough flour type questionBack squats versus belt squatsSmith machine versus barbell squatsMeal plans from TTM recipesOne-on-one coaching pricingJacked Gazelle plus ru...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 191 - Q&A: Selection Prep for Old Guys, SFAS Prep Around FTX's (NTC), Pull-up Mastery Deep Dive, Dive School/BUD/S Prep (Water Confidence), Optimizing Repeat Sessions, Is Giving Blood Healthy? & More!
JG 3.0 will release FRIDAY, 3 December. Stay Tuned! Join my mailing list for the latest updates, sale info, etc. Today's Questions Donating blood and training recoveryPurpose of shakeout run before PT testRecovery prep for older candidates at selectionDeload or go back-to-back between programsJogging rest during repeats in JG 2.0Air runner intervals vs outdoor runningZone 2 treadmill runs in bad weatherBreaking a 15-rep pull-up plateauWhich phase to start Ruck Run Lift four months outAd...
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 19 minutes

Terminator Training Show
6 Lessons Learned as a Green Beret that Make Business Success Virtually Automatic
Cyber Monday Sale All Terminator Training Method PDF programs and the SOF Prep Recovery Guide Ebook are 40% off with code CYBERMONDAY thru Wednesday 3 December at 11:59 p.m. Episode Summary Kevin shares six Special Forces habits that helped him grow Terminator Training Method from a side project into a thriving coaching business with a long waitlist—and how you can apply them to SOF prep, entrepreneurship, or just being a higher-performing human. What You’ll Learn (6 SF Habits → Business &am...
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1 month ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 189 - SFAS Run Pacing, Land Nav Myths, Ranger School Prep, T-Boosters, Meal Prep, New Hybrid Program, Peptides and More!
Black Friday Sale Announcement: Every TTM training program is 50% off site-wide. No code needed. This is the biggest sale of the year! Visit: terminatortraining.com TrainHeroic Team is 25% off for your first 3 months: T-850 Rebuilt Today's topics Breathing and zone 2Weighted pull upsMy favorite cheat mealFavorite ab exercisesRanger School prepSFAS run pacingLand nav practiceJacked Gazelle 2.0 and ACFTNew hybrid programInterval pacing mistakesMarathon and ultra plansTwo and Five Mi...
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1 month ago
1 hour 18 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 188 - Q&A: Ruck/Run Mileage For SFAS, Overtraining, Programming For Delta Selection, Strength-Endurance Training, Fastest Path To SFAS, Peri-workout Nutrition & More!
Warm-ups & cool-downsRower drag factor (zone 2 vs sprints)Favorite saucesHigh-calorie snacksFatigue vs motivationNon-running speed work (base phase)Golf bag setupWalking vs jogging recoveriesWind resistance on treadmillSweaty hands / grip on carriesTrainability of strength endurancePost-training nutrition timingDisqualified 18X → 11B pathOne-year-out Delta prep (T-850 + RRL)Ideal base-building lengthBaseline fitness for T-850High mileage run/ruck for selectionDeadlift improvement (frequen...
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1 month ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 187: Q&A - Grip Endurance, Drinking Culture in SOF, Pogues in SF/SMUs?, My Current Fitness Goal, Running For SFAS Prep, Red Meat Myths, Belt Squats, Carb Refeeds & More!
Today's Q&A Topics: -SF team culture / views on drinking -Grip limiting heavy lifts -Grip endurance (SFAS) -Pendulum squat rep ranges -Supplement brands (NSF) -Belt squat / Pit Shark -High-carb refeeds -Weekly run frequency (SFAS) -Net carbs vs total -Infantry vs SOF -Kevin’s current training focus -41-min 5-mile improvement -25 hard miles vs 80/20 -Dorsiflexion mobility -Recovery conditioning vs zone 2 -Backwards sled drag alternatives -Red meat & heart health -Increasing lift intens...
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1 month ago
1 hour 20 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 186 - Over/Underrated Pt 2. - David Goggins, 80/20 Running, Single Leg as MAIN Squat, Keto Diet, Creatine Loading, Circuit Training, "Protein" Processed Foods, Melatonin & More!
Today's topics: -Creatine loading -80/20 running (Zone 2 vs higher intensity) -David Goggins -Heavy single-leg squats as primary movement -Barefoot shoes -“High-protein” processed foods (Kodiak cakes, protein pasta) -Melatonin -Weighted circuit training -Energy gels / intra-workout carbs -Egg whites -Keto diet --- Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast. --- Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: C...
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1 month ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 185 - Overrated/Underrated Part 1: CrossFit, TRT, Fasting, Vo2 Max Training for SOF Prep, Barbell Overhead Press, Creatine, 2000s Hip Hop, Swimming & More!
SALE: All 9 TTM PDF Products site wide are 30% off till 4 November. Use the code FALL2025 at checkout for the discount. *note that program prices will increase immediately following the sale. We switched it up today with an overrated/underrated episode 2000s rap and hip hopCrossFitNorwegian 4×4 / VO₂max-focused workouts for selection prepUsing a fan while you sleepSwim sessions (in a military/selection context)TRT (testosterone replacement therapy)Inverted rows and TRX face pullsIntermittent ...
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2 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 184 - Q&A: Log PT Back at SFAS?!, Difficulty of CQB at OTC, Block vs. Concurrent Periodization (SOF Prep), Dive School Prep, Xtra Walking Pre SFAS, AM PT Test Tips, Self-Talk for High Performers & More!
Note: I had some mic issues so this was recorded on Mac speakers. May need to turn it up a bit Question topics: Block vs. concurrent periodization (SOF prep) Optimizing early AM PT tests High vs. low rep squats for SFAS prep Why I left the military How hard is CQB in OTC? Pre race/test/event self-talk Last 6 months pre-OSUT (18X) PT tests fatigued vs. fresh Body comp vs. performance pre dive school Effects of 1 month off training High step count pre-SFAS Conditioning & hypertr...
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2 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 183 - Q&A: Training Hours/Week pre SFAS, Gains & Partying, OSUT Prep (18X), SOPC for all?, Top Lifts for Each Muscle, TTM Business Beginnings, Option 40 V. 18X & More!
🚨SALE! each SOF Bundle item is 25% off with code SOF25. 🚨 Sale ends Wednesday Oct. 15. Today's Question Topics: -Land nav practice in urban areas -Pre OSUT training for 18X -SOPC mandatory for all? -Artificial sweeteners -Training hours/week pre selection -Option 40 Vs 18X -Running & legs on same day: yay or nay? -Overreaching/peaking/tapering for SFAS -18 months of TTM programs (pre selection) -Knee sleeves pros & cons -Pre selection prep programming -My favorite lifts for each musc...
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2 months ago
59 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 182 - Q&A: SFAS Non-Select Tips, Land Nav/Rucking & Delta Selection, SFAS Prep Timeline, Rope Climb Tips, Mimicking SFAS in Training, Determining Calorie/Carb Intake (cutting) & more!
Today's Topics IntroShould I mimic lack of fueling during SFAS training?Rucking volume on 2&5 Mile Program vs RRL programIs 16 weeks enough for SFAS selection prep?Preventing tendonitis from rope climbs1-Year return SFAS prepRunning/rucking in a calorie deficit Do calories “reset” daily for night shift workers?Sore hamstring, do I push through or pause running?Ideal carbs to be in deficit, and is MyFitnessPal worth it? Best TTM program for cutting fatTips for non-selects returni...
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3 months ago
50 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 181: Fitness for SFAS Vs. Q-Course Vs. ODA; Similarities, Differences & Key Principles
Sale: 25% off all TTM Programs with code: FALL25 at checkout Sale remains live till 11:59PM Monday, 22 September This episode breaks down the differences, similarities and misconceptions about fitness for SFAS, The SF Q course and life on an ODA. Timestamps Intro/sale announcement 0:00 SFAS 2:24 Gate week: 6:00 Land nav: 9:43 Team week: 10:45 SFAS programming: 15:40 SFQC/ODA characteristics: 18:38 Q course/ODA fitness requirements: 24:17 Traits to possess: 29:30 Programming for Q/ODA: 32:00 D...
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3 months ago
47 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 180 - Q&A: My Best/Worst SFAS Moments, Best TTM Program for SMU Prep, Pre-Selection Mental Health, Speed Work Vs. Z2, Ranger Prep, SF Officer Vs. Enlisted & More!
Today’s Topics -high carries at SFAS -fitness on deployment -SFRE prep -1:1 coaching slots -SFAS vs. RRL -running w/ weight vest -Arnold split w/ running -2-3 months pre selection -speed work vs. Z2 -Greek yogurt alternatives -rucking around unit PT -run improvement expectations -ideal pre-selection TTM program order -AFSOF selection program -JG for SMU prep? -SF officer vs. enlisted -my clients’ SFAS success rate -RRL for SMU prep -getting enough protein w/o too much fat -Ranger prep a...
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3 months ago
53 minutes

Terminator Training Show
179 - Q&A: PEDs in SOF, Best Rucks for SF, SF Q-Course Advice, My Version of the ACFT, Losing Muscle To Run Faster, Things I've Changed my Stance on & More!
Today's topics: How I’d change the army fitness test Ruck recommendations PEDs in SOF Losing muscle for run gains Emphasizing running vs. rucking when good at both Running on a bulk Heavy bag for non-impact cardio Q course advice Getting rhabdo Lifting while base building Integrating land nav into SFAS prep Overcoming running struggles Best recovery method Things I’ve changed my mind on --- Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the p...
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3 months ago
55 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 178: Breaking Down The Ultimate SOF Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift (W/ Program Q&A)
RRL Sale: TTM25 For 25% off Ruck | Run | Lift (Active for 96 hours post-release) In this episode, I break down the new TTM program, Ruck | Run | Lift (RRL) Topics: Reviews and thank youWhich goals this program is appropriate for Choose your own adventure explanationDurationPhase by phase breakdownWeekly splitProgramming principles (volume, intensity, sequencing, etc.)Expected resultsThen the episode opens up for 12 specific questions from my IG prompt. Topics: which selections it’s...
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4 months ago
48 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 177: Will a BIG Squat & Deadlift Make You a Rucking Monster?, Managing Pre-Selection Jitters, Best Free Weight Squat (Front/Back/SSB) & More!
SOF Bundle Sale: 25% off all SOF Bundle Products (AUTO Discount) Includes: JG 1&2, RRL, SFAS, 2&5, SOF Prep E-book Sale Ends 11:59PM on Sunday, 24 Aug, 2025 Today's Topics What to focus on pre-selection Maine pros and cons Squats & deadlifts and rucking performance OSUT prep Powerlifting biased hybrid program Base build pre 2&5 mile My 18 & 40 mile ruck times Shoulder issues post-run Acclimating to altitude SSB vs. Back vs. Front squats Cutting tips Pre selection jitters...
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4 months ago
39 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 176 - Q&A: Did I Think I'd Get Selected?, Attrition Rate in SFQC, Labwork For Optimal Performance, SFAS Post-Ranger School, Speed Work Pacing, Time Trials When it's HOT, & More!
NEW PROGRAM!! Ruck | Run | Lift is finally out! For loyal podcast listeners: get it for 25% off with code RRL25 at checkout Code is active till 11:59PM August 3rd (Sunday) Stay tuned for a future episode breaking down the program. Today’s Topics Forearm training Lab Work for performance 1 year training pre-option 40 Long walk prep program (RRL) Ideal Time Btw SFAS & Sapper Fixing shoulder/elbow issues Skipping time trials when it’s hot Eating more carbs Loading in Jacked Gazelle SFA...
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5 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Episode 175 - Q&A: Pre-OSUT Fitness, Option 40 Prep, Quit This Before SFAS, Performance & Fat Loss, SMU Selection/OTC, Speed Work, Body Recomp, Weekly Run Mileage & More!
Today’s Topics Long term SFAS prep JG 2.0 for selection prep Ruck/run/lift program update Why I got completely out of the Army Eightsleep mattress cooler Option 40 Prep Caffiene at selection Pre-OSUT fitness Post workout meals Miles/week before speed work Rucking pre-OSUT Maintaining gains in the field How to perform AND lose fat 2&5 mile progress Climbing pikes peak Selection/OTC chronicles Pre SFAS prep fitness benchmarks Zone 2 pace TTM golf program? Strength training during base build...
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5 months ago
1 hour 7 minutes

Terminator Training Show
Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025. Sale goes till 11:59 EST NYE. https://terminatortraining.com/ Today’s topics: Sleep after long runs200s vs longer repeatsSFRE taper strategyIntensity without form lossBest rice & grinds flavorPost-OSUT detraining timelineFavorite part of my jobFast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gapRepeat 2/5-mile programDeficit + hybrid performanceCream of rice v. rice n grinds18X leadership debateLocal gym recommendationsQues...