Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith Podcast

Episode 315: Training the Untrained, Older Athlete, and More with Jeff Nichols

Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith Podcast

Show Notes

Stew Smith and Jeff Nichols discuss coaching those who are untrained, aging past the age waiver, and preparing to serve in some fashion. Check out this knowledge drop from two former Navy SEAL Tactical Fitness Coaches.

Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See http://www.stewsmithfitness.com for more information about military, law enforcement, special ops, fire fighting training programs.

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