I am real as they come. I don’t posture, pretend, or perform for approval. My word carries weight because my actions back it up. I stand on my values, take responsibility, and handle what’s in front of me. I show up when it’s hard, stay solid under pressure, and don’t fold when things get uncomfortable. I don’t need validation to know who I am. I move with integrity, self-respect, and quiet confidence.

Finishing up week 2 of studying for the CSCS cert and it’s allowing me to look deeper intro training modalities. With a background in tactical training, I’m starting to see how limit some soldiers are when it comes to training with biomechanics in mind. Perfect example is change of direction after single box drop. As complicated as it may seem, jumping out of a vehicle (dismount) and getting into cover with full kit is the transferable skill delivered from the change of direction jump. Took the uniform off but still have love for it🫡

Brad's MAP air bike workout. Week 1 1 min @ 250 watts followed by 4 min @ 175 watts repeat 6 times

20# of weight, My goal was to push most of this into zone 2 but I struggled to do so until closer to the finish. Front of my shins/ankles was burning after the first little bit, worked past that and fatigue started to set in my legs and feet. Certainly have a new appreciation for rucking, will continue to incorporate it a few times a week and build on that.

“Either improve your discipline, or lower your desires” When I saw this, I had to share because it’s relevant in my life right now. No one wants to accept what they did not strive for. When you lower your standards, you’re allowing failure to consume your process and diminish your confidence. Increasing my discipline has led to better decision-making, improved focus, and fortification of my leadership. Maintain high standards and discipline and your desires will follow👑