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All adaptations, all improvements, obtained from training are the result of a stimulus.
Effective Fitness Training (EFT) exists to provide guidance to a very specific stimulus so law enforcement officers around the world can obtain very specific adaptations. At the end...
The thing I love most about surrounding myself with high performers? We’re constantly pushing ourselves – and each other – to new limits.
On the range – we’re running our guns as hard as we can… until the wheels fall off. Constantly shooting...
Intentional effort drives intentional results.
Your time training should be part of a long-term effort to achieve notable progress in something. Increasing strength, power, muscle endurance, and building muscle are all common goals sought after by gym-goers, but not all...
par·a·digm shift
noun
a fundamental change in approach or underlying assumptions.
The term "paradigm shift" denotes a fundamental change in approach or underlying assumptions.
In the realm of law enforcement, particularly in the United States, there is a pressing need...
Before going to the Police Academy, there are several resources that people need to have in order to succeed in their training.
While some skills and traits can be acquired and learned at the Academy, it is important that you enter this first phase of training with a solid foundation....
Being a police officer is a demanding and physically exhausting job. It requires officers to be alert and ready for any situation, whether it be responding to emergencies, chasing down criminals, or performing physically demanding tasks.
To maintain their physical and mental...
Let's get right down to business. There are 3 non-negotiables as a Law Enforcement Officer. Here they are:
TIME MANAGEMENT
Poor time management primarily impacts an Officer’s work/life balance. Instead of connecting with family and friends, we become disconnected from life...
Are you in a situation where getting to the gym every day (or at all) isn't an option?
Night shift schedule, traveling for trainings or work, or just managing a busy schedule. It happens... but that shouldn't stop you from training to be your best and following some form of program. Even...
“Excellence is not an act, it is a habit.” – Aristotle
There is one habit that has contributed to the success of every world champion shooter in the world: Dry Fire.
Dry fire is basically a simulation of shooting technique without the use of live ammunition....
The academy experience varies tremendously from location to location. Some will be para-military and incredibly difficult while others will be more of a trade school. With that being said, there are five things you can expect the first week regardless of the academy you...