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This is the Tactical Fitness Report with Stew Smith podcast. We will post these each week and discuss a variety of topics focused on Tactical Fitness Training for Military, Special Ops, Police, and Fire Fighting Training. We will also review videos on swimming, give quick power point presentations and discuss all things Tactical Fitness related. Check out other videos of combat swimmer stroke, workouts, and other spec ops related training. See www.stewsmith.com or www.stewsmithfitness.com fo ...
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Culture Stew

Maria Morukian

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Culture Stew is a show dedicated to exploring diversity, inclusion, and cultural identity in its many dimensions. We explore how our identities and values influence our personal and professional lives. Through interviews with scholars, journalists, scientists, and leadership development practitioners, we'll delve into different concepts around cultural identity, explore how to lead diverse teams and organizations, and seek ways to build bridges across cultural chasms.
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In 1994 Asperger’s Syndrome was officially recognized. In 2013, it was no longer an official diagnosis. Today, it all falls under the category of Austism Spectrum Disorder. In my mind I see it as a line, right in the middle is what we label as “Normal”; the far left being severe autism, and the far right being an unlabeled disorder I call highly social with no social skills. I am left of normal. As an introverted, left of normal, entrepreneur and business owner, I have encountered a ton of u ...
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Stew Smith and Jack McFarland (retired DEA) discuss Jack's journey as he prepared for a career in the DEA, including his DEA training, missions, and the process of becoming a DEA agent. Check out https://www.JackMcFarlandDEA.com for more information on contacting Jack McFarland - Supervisory Special Agent at U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcem…
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Coach Jimmy and Andy discuss their latest prep for a powerlifting meet in which Jimmy took first place and set a new state record in the deadlift. These two experienced competitors talk about how they structured their training to prepare and how they peaked on meet day. Start Training Here: Join Warfighter Free…
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You guys know how much we love the Tier System for tactical athletes. Today's episode is special - we have the creator of the Tier System, Coach Joe Kenn (aka Big House) to talk about getting strong, well-conditioned, and performing at the top of your game. This is a must listen for anyone who needs to perform at elite levels. You can follow Coach …
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Stew Smith is one of the originals in tactical strength and conditioning - developing programs for aspiring Special Operations candidates and many more before tactical strength and conditioning was even a thing. Listen to Stew and Jimmy talk about his time in BUD/S and how he trains aspiring candidates today. Start Training Here: Warfighter…
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Jim Edwards is a highly successful entrepreneur with an internet marketing business for over 30 years. His resilience was born out of childhood illness and gritty choices throughout his life. From being bankrupt, living in a trailer park to a multi-millionaire marketer, Jim Edwards has a story for all of those who are struggling with that side gig,…
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Today, Nutritionist (Army Ranger), PhD Nick Barringer helps me understand creatine, especially as I age, and the benefits that are undeniable. Check out Nick Barringer at https://drnickbarringer.com/ and his very educational Instagram page - @nickbarringer.phd.rdn Creatine monohydrate is among the most popular and widely researched dietary suppleme…
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Tactical athletes will never have perfect conditions at all times. Sometimes you find yourself away from your standard gym equipment and must amend training to what you have on hand. That's expected and we must find better way to stay consistent on our programming. In this episode we discuss how you can amend your regular training to limited equipm…
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How to Handle Missed Tasks and Keep Moving Forward - see full article - https://www.stewsmithfitness.com/blogs/news/missed-workout-to-do-list-bumping-your-schedule-to-the-right-navigating-life-s-disruptions Life is unpredictable. Even the most meticulously planned schedules can be upended by unexpected events, last-minute changes, or simply the nee…
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Professional lacrosse athlete and Nike sponsored athlete, Max Adler, joins us on the podcast. Max has had a beast of a lacrosse career but continues to find way to train hard and keep purpose in his training since hanging the cleats up. Whether you're a sports athlete or tactical athlete, we all need to find ways to keep "the why" in our training. …
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Elite performers adopt systems...they don't hop from program to program with no logical order. People who are serious about building strength, power, and endurance concurrently don't just need another program, they need a system that evolves as they become more advanced in their training. In this episode we'll jump into the difference between progr…
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Building a Never Quit Mindset is Possible… https://www.stewsmithfitness.com/products/the-never-quit-mindset-book With this action plan, you'll learn to understand the growth process required for physical and mental toughness. You'll enjoy the liberation from the fear of failure and the freedom to move forward and through obstacles, setting you on a…
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Exploring the Relentless Spirit Behind Human Flight and Space Exploration The "Never Quit Mindset with Human Innovation Since Wright Brothers" podcast takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through the history and future of human flight. We quickly discuss the pivotal moments that have shaped our ability to soar, from the Wright brothers’ first…
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In this episode, I reflect on their past training experiences and share valuable insights on strength and conditioning. I emphasize the importance of focusing on fundamental movements, maintaining consistency over intensity, and understanding nutrition's role in performance. I also highlight the significance of tracking progress and the benefits of…
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Thomas Edison's "Never Quit" story is a legendary example of perseverance and turning failure into success. Throughout his career, Edison faced numerous challenges, particularly in his pursuit of inventing the practical incandescent light bulb. He famously conducted thousands of experiments, each failure bringing him closer to his goal. When asked …
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Time to finish strong with the last month of summer. Can you progress into higher mileage, higher reps, faster times (run, ruck, swim)? That is our plan for the last month of summer - THEN once we peak, we will do a week of mobility days. It is going to be awesome! Summer peak - https://www.stewsmithfitness.com/blogs/news/summer-training-plans-by-s…
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This is our first Never Quit Mindset Show, where we explore some of the incredible stories of people who embody the "never quit mindset" to such an extent that we feel compelled to share and learn from them. After the quick story, you can jump on to share more comments about the person or ask a related/unrelated question if you prefer. Cliff Young …
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We break down a research article detailing the effects of concurrent resistance and aerobic training on ruck performance and body composition. We match the research with what we've seen in 20+ years of working with athletes to help you find the best training methods to reach your goals. Read the original article here: (PDF) Effects of Concurrent Re…
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Physical Readiness is what we do. It's the purpose of Modern Athlete to help athletes be able to answer the call anytime, anywhere, 365 days out of the year. Here's how we think about training and readiness cycles. Join Warfighter for free here: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/modern-athlete-strength-solutions?attrib=260991-po…
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Jimmy and I catch up on training, going into detail about both of our current training goals and how we are developing our program to accomplish them. Want Jimmy to coach you 1:1? Apply for coaching here. Join Warfighter for a Week Free: Warfighter Warfighter + Mobility + Yoke Bundle: Access Here Warfighter: Mobility: Join the new mobility team…
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I realized I half answered this question about faster 4 mile timed runs yesterday. When I stated you need to run more 4 miles timed runs to get better at running 4 mile timed runs - that is true. BUT I left out the other runs of the week you should also do: Hill runs, sprints, should be a training day. Goal pace 400m 800m and mile repeats should be…
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Sometimes it seems like injury is almost synonymous with working a job in a tactical field. While it may not be possible to totally prevent injury, we can certainly do things to mitigate it. Check out this episode with Dr. Jamie Mraz to learn how. Grab a FREE Week on Warfighter Here: Warfighter Training Team Take You Athlete Assessment Here: MASS A…
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The old saying is that if you want to get big, you must eat big and lift big. The science behind this agrees, but it is more complicated than simply eating more. It does matter what you eat, how much you eat, when you eat, and how you exercise. It is not as simple as just getting on the SEE-food diet. Recent research shows that even with a calorie …
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So I decided to start a new podcast and make it a LIVE QA session on top of discussing The Never Quit Mindset. With guests and without focused on those important moments in our lives when we decided to get tougher and not quit. Standby for more information, but I wanted to get a quick discussion on another potential change that is occuring within A…
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Getting lean while still fueling for performance. Don't miss our take on strategies you can start implementing today. Use the TDEE Calculator: tdeecalculator.net Join the Warfighter Training Team: Warfighter Free Week Apply for 1:1 Training and/or Nutrition: Apply for 1:1 Here Need Help Dialing Into the Right Program: Take the Athlete Assessment…
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In this episode of Culture Stew, host Maria Maroukian welcomes Judy Oyedele, founder and principal consultant of Joyedele Consulting. Judy is an organizational development practitioner and executive leadership coach with over a decade of experience helping leaders across sectors break out of the status quo and lead with clarity, ease, and strong bo…
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It's no doubt that strength is a key component in physical readiness. In this episode we examine the importance of both absolute and relative strength in tactical performance. Join the Warfighter Training Team: Warfighter Free Week Visit Our Website: Modern Athlete Site Get dialed into the right program for you: Take the Athlete Assessment…
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Stew Smith and Nick Barringer PhD (nutrition) discuss eating to gain weight for the "hard gainer". We define the term plus discuss training and eating options that best put on lean muscle mass. We also share a post from his instragram page: https://www.instagram.com/nickbarringer.phd.rdn/ I highly recommend following Nick if you want to get smarter…
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Don't get beat down by the heat and humidity whether you work or work out outside this summer. Prepare your bag for hydration, electrolytes, cooling, and change of clothes options. If you do this right, you may find yourself tougher, more resilient to the extreme temps (over time) and still improve performance. It all comes down to body heat - Half…
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Tactical athletes don't have the benefit of knowing the time and place they need to peak. Instead, they have to achieve the highest level of sustainable readiness year round. They must be prepared, so that on their worst day, when sh*t really hits the fan, they have the baseline capabilities to exceed what is required to fight, win, and survive. St…
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MASS Dietitian Erik Grohmann deep dives his nutrition preparation for extended duration endurance events. If you're a marathon, ultra runner, iron man, or anybody preparing for long duration endurance, listen up...this is how you fuel. Work 1:1 with Erik: 1:1 Coaching - Modern Athlete Strength Systems Get a FREE Week Trial on Warfighter: Warfighter…
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In this live and in-person episode of Culture Stew, Maria sits down with the dynamic Melanie Smith, founder of Moves with Melanie, a health and wellness company based in Silver Spring, Maryland. With a powerful blend of pharmacy expertise, fitness instruction, and integrative nutrition coaching, Melanie shares her personal and professional journey …
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Ready to ruck further and faster? We'll dive in today and talk about how you can start packing on more weight and increasing distance. Whether you're a military athlete or just wanting to increase your rucking performance, you'll find this podcast valuable. If you enjoyed this podcast, please do us a favor and share this with somebody and rate it 5…
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In this special episode of The Quitproof, we are honored to have the incredible Jim Abbott as our guest. Jim, a former Major League Baseball pitcher who was born without a right hand, shares his inspiring journey from childhood to becoming a professional athlete. Co-hosted by Joe Haakenson, a sportswriter for the Dodgers and Angels, this episode de…
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We've tried just about every training split out there, but the one that has produced the best results after working with thousands of athletes is the Tier System. Here's what it is and how you can incorporate it in your training. Warfighter - Take Your FREE Week: Warfighter Learn More About the Tier System on YouTube: Watch Here Take the Athlete As…
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This episode of Culture Stew dives deep into the intersection of race, mental health, and systemic change with special guest Dr. Monnica T. Williams, a renowned clinical psychologist, professor, and leading researcher in racial trauma and mental health disparities. Dr. Williams joins Maria to explore the profound impact of racial injustice on psych…
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Retired Army Lt. Col. Nick Barringer, PhD, helps us break down some of the recent science behind training, testing, nutrition, and what makes a good spec ops candidate. Check out his Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nickbarringer.phd.rdn We also did the following podcasts topics in the past: TFR 212 - Talking Nutrition Optimal Performance / Lo…
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Everything we do in the gym is intentional...your warm-up should be too. However, we don't need to waste 20 minutes warming up. Your warm-up should be efficient and allow you to maximize your time (i.e. get it done and get to training). Here's how to get in a great warm-up in 10 minutes and get to your workout. Read the article on Substack here: Th…
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