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Supplements, Peptides, and PEDs for Special Operations Selection: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t)

ByDave February 22, 2026February 22, 2026

Figuring out what nutrition and supplements actually work for military selection is one of the most frustrating parts…

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Special Forces Selection Body Composition: Ideal Weight, Body Fat %, and Muscle Mass Targets (With Data)

ByDave February 21, 2026February 21, 2026

The Harsh Truth: Body Composition Matters at Selection You’ve probably heard it before: “It’s not the size of…

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How to Train for SWAT Selection: Strength, Conditioning, and a 12-Week Plan

ByDave February 15, 2026February 8, 2026

If you’re fat, weak, or slow, SWAT selection is going to punish you at every stage. From the…

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Powerlifting for Special Operations Selection Is a Mistake?

ByDave February 12, 2026February 10, 2026

Powerlifting during your military selection prep is a mistake. Now, that doesn’t mean strength doesn’t matter. It absolutely…

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How To Build Unshakable Confidence for Special Forces Training
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How To Build Unshakable Confidence for Special Forces Training

ByDave February 8, 2026February 2, 2026

Every year, thousands of men show up to Special Operations selection thinking they’re ready. And every year, roughly…

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Three Exercises You Need to Try for Selection

ByDave February 3, 2026January 18, 2026

Being strong is a prerequisite for getting selected. But plenty of strong guys still fail. So what do…

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Even an Olympic Marathoner Made This Mistake

ByDave February 1, 2026February 8, 2026

One of the biggest myths I hear is that gaining muscle will make you slow. And like every…

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The Best Weightlifting Program for Special Forces Selection
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The Best Weightlifting Program for Special Forces Selection

ByDave January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

Stronger, more muscular candidates consistently have higher selection rates. But most guys hear that and chase the wrong…

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How To Get Selection Ready (as fast as possible)
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How To Get Selection Ready (as fast as possible)

ByDave January 5, 2026January 19, 2026

Everyone wants to get to selection fast. But here’s the truth: there’s a minimum amount of time it…

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I wasn’t going to share this, but it’s important

ByDave December 7, 2025January 19, 2026

I wasn’t going to share this But since it’s the start of the new year, it’s worth reiterating…

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    Nutrition | PEDs | Recovery
    Supplements, Peptides, and PEDs for Special Operations Selection: What Actually Works (and What Doesn’t)

    Figuring out what nutrition and supplements actually work for military selection is one of the most frustrating parts of preparation. There’s no shortage of people in this space selling powders, pills, and protocols — many backed by cherry-picked studies, anecdotes, or outright hype….

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