Arlo Gagestein

Arlo Gagestein is an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, a gym owner, and author of Warrior Core: Core Training Secrets for the Modern Combat Athlete and Battle Tested: Training Like Your Life Depends on It, which was released on Veteran's Day 2016 (November 11).

Fixing Lower Back Pain: Military-Proven Protocol to Get You Moving Again

Lower back pain is one of the most common injuries among military personnel, and it plagues civilians just as often. Whether you’re training for

6 years ago

by Arlo Gagestein

The Odd Object Ladder is an ideal drill for military or law enforcement tactical operators (Photo: Arlo Gagestain)

Strength, Speed, Endurance: The Odd Object Ladder Trains It All

The Odd Object Ladder is a drill intended for military or law enforcement training especially for tactical operators. During high school sports, one of our least favorite drills were ladders or suicides.

10 years ago

Tactical Fitness

3 Powerful Ways to Supercharge Your Fitness in 2025

As the new year begins, gyms are buzzing with fresh faces chasing goals—better fitness, weight loss, and improved health. I genuinely applaud the dedication of those stepping into the fitness world for

10 years ago

Tactical Fitness

Workouts and exercises for military athletes and SOF operators (Photo: Mountain Exercise Institute)

3 Core Exercises for SOF operators

Special Operations Forces operators are warriors and they are uncommon men. Uncommon men need uncommon training. Here are 3 core exercises for SOF operators that will set you apart from the millions

10 years ago

Tactical Fitness