Blue / Green Blog
PT, Extra Workouts, and Increasing Fitness
If you’re conducting great PT at your unit, 5 days per week is enough to get in great shape. Unfortunately, PT often sucks. If that’s the case, or you're just ready to do a bit more to reach higher levels of fitness, we’re going to outline how you can think about doing this.
Best Ranger, SF, Higher Levels of Training
We recently had the chance to connect with a Special Forces Operator who competed in the most recent Best Ranger Competition. During our conversation, he shared his experience and thoughts on a variety of subjects. The conversation shared great insight into the competition, as well as highlighted some important concepts within training. The notes from the B/G team are included at the end. Some background on the Best Ranger Competition: The Best Ranger Competition is now in their 39th year of conducting this grueling competition, starring the best soldiers of the world. The Best Ranger Competition was started in 1982...
Mountain Phase 1SG Gives Ranger Advice
The Blue / Green team recently talked to First Sergeant (1SG) Daniel Ryan, a current 1SG at Mountain Phase of Ranger School - Alpha Company, 5th RTB.
Smart With Supplements
Contrary to popular belief, dietary supplements are not necessary for your success as an athlete. Supplements are intended to “supplement” your diet AFTER you have your nutrition dialed in. To get the most bang for your buck, focusing on your nutrition is far more important than any supplement you take. The intent of this article is to provide insight on three commonly used supplements amongst athletes. I love a good return on investment as much as the next guy. However, not all supplements are worth the investment. I would also like to note that I’m not recommending any specific supplement;...