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training advice
Ep 800 – John McPhee: Train Like Your Life Depends on It
John McPhee—aka The Sheriff of Baghdad—pulls no punches in this episode, breaking down the biggest mistakes in tactical training, the realities of combat, and why most guys are preparing for a fantasy, not a fight. From mastering fundamentals to training smarter, not harder, McPhee delivers hard-earned lessons from years at the highest level. If you want the truth about fighting, survival, and what actually works when it matters most, don’t miss this one.
Ep 796 – Exercise Selection – What Works & What’s BS
Most gym programs are bloated with useless fluff that wastes your time and delivers nothing. John and Arash cut through the BS and answer your questions on exercise selection. Exposing the most overrated movements, breaking down the lifts that actually build strength, and sharing how to train smarter without spending hours in the gym. If your goal is real results, not just sweating for the sake of it, tune in now.
Ep 795 – Hard Truths & Tactics for Muscle Growth & Fat Loss
Think you’re training hard? Think again. John lays down the hard truths about muscle growth, fat loss, and why most people fail to see results. No gimmicks, just battle-tested tactics you can apply today to build muscle, burn fat, and dominate your training. If you’re serious about transforming your body, this is the wake-up call you need.