Iron Sights

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#159: Q&A - Breaking Weight-Loss Plateaus, Sled Training Benefits, Training Effectively Around Shift Work & More Jul 29, 2024

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Welcome to Iron Sights! Our producer fielded your questions from Instagram and YouTube so that we could answer them all live on the show.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:02 Sled Training Benefits Explained
10:33 Shift Work: Meals, Sleep, Exercise
21:54 Fitness for My Girlfriend
34:12 Barbell vs Dumbbell Bench
38:14 How To Break Weight Loss Plateaus

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#127 After Dark - Fitness, Rescue Swimming & LowCountry Range Days with Donnie Walker Jul 26, 2024

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In today's After Dark episode, I sit down with former US Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer - Donnie Walker.
With over 20 years of service, Donnie shares his journey from military life to becoming a range event organizer and more.
We discuss his background, the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, and the exciting launch of LowCountry Range Days, where he uses his expertise to create community-based shooting events.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy today's episode with Donnie Walker.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
07:43 Donnie's Job
14:10 Donnie's Background
20:14 The Marines
23:57 Life Of A Rescue Swimmer
39:59 Fitness And Performance For Rescue Swimming
57:22 Longevity Of A Rescue Swimmer
01:01:24 Donnie's Retirement
01:04:37 Donnie & Blue Force Gear
01:22:17 Working On Films
01:29:50 LowCountry Range Days Event
01:57:29 Learn The Event
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IEP6: Push Your Limits and Maximize Performance Jul 24, 2024

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Today marks a milestone for us here at IEP as we dig into how to balance all the things training as a high performance athlete. This leads to a greater conversation about our newly formulated Performance Program, how we developed it and why, how it practically relates to the active law enforcement officer and athlete where on-demand performance is a job requirement.

If you want know if your ready for IEP Performance you should visit IEP-ASSESSMENT.COM to learn about and perform the IEP Assessment. We've tested hundreds of SWAT & special operations LEOs nationwide. Use this uniquely designed battery of physical performance evaluations to assess your ability & readiness for IEP Performance.

If the assessment identifies some deficiencies to work on prior to entering into IEP Performance, we’ll immediately provide you an informed recommendation about which IEP program might prepare you best to maximize all the benefits of the workouts and training schedule located within this specialized signature program.

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Behind The Mic:
Scott Howell
Jake Labhart
Aaron Dugger
Jacob Heppner
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◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/
◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/
◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/
◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/
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#158: Q&A - Trap Bar vs Barbell Deadlifts, Deficit Dangers, Strength Training with Bad Knees & Nutrition Coaching Explained Jul 22, 2024

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Welcome to Iron Sights! Our producer fielded your questions from Instagram and YouTube so that we could answer them all live on the show. For the first time ever we are joined by the entire crew: CeCe, Ryan & Stephen.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
02:26 Trap Bar vs Barbell Deadlifts
10:50 Weight Loss: Deficit Dangers
7:40 Strength Training with Bad Knees
23:34 Nutrition Coach Explained
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#126 After Dark - Martial Arts and Firearms with Jeremy Bennett Jul 19, 2024

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In today's episode, I sit down with Jeremy Bennett.

Jeremy is a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu with extensive military and Marine Corps experience, he is a highly skilled firearms instructor and lifelong student of the craft. We discuss the current firearms industry and explore how Jeremy has honed his skills and expertise to deliver exceptional results for his clients.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
09:04 Jeremy's Background
15:58 Marine Corps
24:25 Fighting And Martial Arts
47:28 Jeremy's Transition To Shooting
56:51 Jeremy's Teaching Path
01:06:01 California Gun Laws
01:12:50 Teaching Law Enforcement
01:25:37 Experience As An Instructor & Methodology
01:37:37 Transition To Sales
01:43:47 Learning How To Practice
02:00:24 Defining Success
01:08:24 Exploration
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IEP5: Improve Capacity to Maximize Performance Jul 17, 2024

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Today we roll into one of Heppner’s favorite topics, Capacity training. If your looking to build your anaerobic and aerobic engines while maintaining speed, power, and strength for on-the-job performance, this is the episode for you.

In this ep you’ll hear us talk about the brand new IEP Capacity Program, how we developed it and why, how it practically relates to IEP human performance programs, and how you can get the IEP Assessment and an informed recommendation on whether or not IEP Capacity might be right for you.

Take The Free IEP Assessment: https://iep-assessment.com/
Behind The Mic:
Scott Howell
Aaron Dugger
Jacob Heppner
IEP Programs:
◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/
◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/
◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/
◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/
Download The In Extremis Performance Free Guide:
◼️https://iep-guides.com/
Follow IEP:
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#157 - Defining Priming: What Is It & How Can It Help You Jul 15, 2024

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In today's episode, I'm back in the studio with Ryan and CeCe to dive into everything you need to know about priming.

We'll break down the concept of priming, how it differs from warming up, and why it's essential for maximizing your workouts.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:34 What Is Priming
04:43 Defining "Priming"
07:01 Differences Between A Warmup And Priming
14:29 How to Apply Priming Into Your Workouts
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#125 After Dark - Mental Health Awareness with Dr. Rebecca Ivory Jul 12, 2024

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Today, I have the honor of hosting Dr. Rebecca Ivory, a nurse practitioner specializing in mental health for special operators.
In this episode, we dive into a wide range of topics, including neuroscience, exercise, blast science, and much more. Dr. Ivory shares her expertise on prevention and awareness, providing valuable insights that can enhance your understanding of these critical areas.
Stay tuned and expand your knowledge with Dr. Rebecca Ivory!
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
05:48 Rebecca's Background
08:21 What She Does
15:11 Information Managing
20:00 Biggests Takeaways
25:27 Considerations In Mental Health Care
30:12 Success Rate Working With Operators
36:01 HealthCare Training
41:25 "The Operator Syndrome"
46:44 How To Handle Suicide
53:43 Range Of Age And Differencences Between Branches
01:02:33 Prevention An Awareness of "Blast"
01:12:21 Let The Brain Rest
01:15:52 Mental Health Evaluations
01:26:53 Find Out More About Rebecca
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IEP4: Improve Speed & Power To Maximize Performance Jul 10, 2024

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ANNOUNCEMENT: In Extremis Performance (IEP) series drops on Wednesdays.
Take The Free IEP Assessment: https://iep-assessment.com/
Behind The Mic:
Scott Howell
Jake Labhart
Aaron Dugger
Jacob Heppner
IEP Programs:
◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/
◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/
◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/
◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/
Download The In Extremis Performance Free Guide:
◼️https://iep-guides.com/
Follow IEP:
◼️Website - https://inextremisperformance.com/
◼️Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inextperformance/

#156 - Top 5 Time-Saving Tips for Maximizing Your Gym Workouts Jul 07, 2024

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In today's episode, I sit down with Stephen and Cece to share their 5 tips for maximizing your time in the gym, especially when you're on a tight schedule.

We get into the essential strategies, discussing which sets to prioritize and how to take control of your workout to achieve the best results, even if you have less than an hour to spare.

Don't miss this episode filled with practical advice to help you make the most of every minute in the gym!
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Red Dot Fitness Training Programs:
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Online Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):
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Virtual Coaching:
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Self-Guided Programs:
https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
06:23 5 Tips to Maximize Your Time in the Gym When Short on Time
08:49 Superset Vs Compound Set
16:03 Cluster Set
19:20 Drop Set
23:13 Shorten Your Rest Times
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