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A team of active duty Combat Control (CCT), Pararescue (PJ), and Special Reconnaissance (SR) leveraging our 69 years of special operations experience to make the next generation of operators smarter, faster and stronger than we ever were. We are the PREMIERE resource for all things Air Force Special Warfare. The Ones Ready Podcast is honest talk about what it is like to go from a know-nothing high school graduate to an elite Special Operator. We will cover important practices for success including physical training, nutrition, recovery, and mindset traits essential to any team. Join us in The Team Room to get all your questions answered!! With battle-tested operators from across USAF SPECWAR and far-reaching web of recruiters, subject matter experts, and friends, there are no questions we can’t answer- and if we can’t, we know exactly where to look. See you in The Team Room!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team are those of the team and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content provided by our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.

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Ones Ready Reacts- Open Ranks, Shaving Waiver Crackdown in ACC?! Jul 02, 2024

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Open ranks? A crackdown on shaving waivers? A return to standards and discipline?! The commander of Air Combat Command directed his forces to level all the bubbles. Fix all the problems.
As always, the team here at Ones Ready had an opinion on it- so here we go.
We hope you enjoy this special edition of the Ones Ready Podcast!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Discussion of the Letter
12:09 Debate on Enforcing Standards
25:38 The Importance of Professionalism and Image
33:25 The Importance of Maintaining Standards
36:04 The Role of Job Performance in Standards
39:06 Accountability and Leadership
43:25 Representing Oneself and Peers
53:28 The Need for Top-Down Enforcement
56:24 Personal Reputation and Networking
01:00:29 Representing Family and the Air Force
01:02:37 Leadership's Role in Changing Culture

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Ep 333: The Value of Doing Hard Things Jun 28, 2024

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Does the number 33 mean anything to you? How about 333? Little hammers? Tiny aprons? No? Ok, well anyway then.
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00:00 The Chief Chiefs us
02:30 Home Decor, and Aaron's a Bad Parent and worse at segues
07:10 Why try hard things at all?
08:20 Bigger and Harder Things Make Aaron Excited
17:10 Here's the explanation about saying g*y and re**rded and why we have Rumble and X
29:30 The Team's Favorite Candy and Desert
33:15 CardoMax
34:25 Doing Hard Things
48:25 Success comes with expectations, more Eminem bars, and rolling DEEP
01:03:47 The motivational video in question https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6OwnNe9nMU

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Ep 332: Ones Ready Fixes Air Force Special Warfare Recruiting Jun 28, 2024

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Hi, everyone, Aaron here. I am not sure if you guys are aware, but Trent, Peaches and I have deep and abiding respect for recruiters everywhere. But like any big DoD system, there could be changes. I hope lots of folks in leadership engage in the comments, tell us where we were wrong- but more importantly, let's have a discussion about how to move forward.
We can help.
Everything wrong with recruiting- fixed in 63 minutes. Not too shabby.
Chapters
00:00 Military Training and Preparation: Physical and Mental Readiness
03:23 The Role of Recruiters: Challenges and Responsibilities
07:03 The Importance of Being Reachable and Approachable
30:03 Building Confidence in Candidates
32:09 The Challenges of Air Force Recruiting
36:27 Targeted Messaging for Special Warfare
46:36 The Role of AFRS in Recruiting

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Ep 331: Jay Dorleus from Green Beret Chronicles Jun 21, 2024

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Welcome back to the team room! Jay Dorleus is a 20 year United States Army Veteran, Green Beret, and the mastermind behind @GreenBeretChronicles and teamed up with Aaron in the brand new @TheWarRoom2024 !!!
Aaron, Jay and Trent have a great conversation covering a ton of topics.
We hope you enjoy this one and thanks as always for your support!!!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:25 The Importance of Open and Honest Conversations
04:20 The Responsibility of Military Influencers
09:26 The Impact of Social Media
13:37 The Role of Mentorship
27:42 The Importance of Humility and Sharing Failures
29:07 Using Your Platform to Inspire and Motivate
30:07 Taking Small Steps and Staying Focused
38:35 Investing in Yourself and Committing to Your Goals
44:45 The Potential of the Younger Generation

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Ep 330: Air Force Academy Grad, IMPRES Technology Pro Jake DeRuyter! Jun 21, 2024

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Welcome back to the team room!!!
Jake DeRuyter, a former Air Force captain, shares his journey from the Air Force Academy to transitioning out of the military and finding a new career path. He discusses his experiences in cyber Intel, overcoming adversity, and the challenges of transitioning into civilian life. His story highlights the importance of relationships, skill bridge programs, and the value of speaking the same language in business.
The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including government fiscal year spending, the challenges of working in government procurement, the importance of building relationships with key decision makers, the mindset and strategies for overcoming tough times, the role of the Air Force Academy in developing valuable skills, and the work of Impress Technology in government contracting and procurement. The conversation also delves into tequila recommendations, college football predictions, and advice for transitioning veterans.
We hope you like this wide range of guests and experiences- thanks so much for always supporting us here at the Ones Ready Podcast!!!!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: From Air Force Captain to Civilian Career
02:52 Overcoming Adversity: Challenges and Opportunities in Transitioning
06:10 Skill Bridge Success: The Impact of Transition Programs
13:08 The Power of Relationships: Speaking the Same Language in Business
32:08 Navigating Government Fiscal Year Spending and Procurement Challenges
35:45 Building Relationships and Understanding the Procurement Process
40:01 Lessons from the Air Force Academy and Military Experience
49:47 IMPRES Technology: Innovating Government Contracting and Procurement
01:00:30 Tequila Recommendations, College Football Predictions, and Transitioning Veterans Advice

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Ep 329: Grit and Mental Preparation for Air Force Special Warfare Jun 14, 2024

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We often get asked, "What is grit, and how will I be evaluated on that attribute at the Air Force Special Warfare Assessment and Selection, or A&S, course? How do I prepare?"
Well, we got you. Grit, mental fortitude, or the willingness to continue in the face of uncertainty can *most certainly* be trained and built.
In this enlightening conversation, Aaron and Peach delve into the significance of mental fortitude and the means to bolster the mind before embarking on the pipeline journey. They stress the importance of honoring commitments and persevering through discomfort. They also highlight the power of reshaping one's mindset and embracing the identity of a person who follows through without making excuses. Additionally, they discuss the value of self-regulation, managing reactions, and maintaining emotional balance. They place emphasis on the concept of reach-back moments, both physically and mentally, as crucial preparation for the challenges ahead.
Jared and Aaron also underscore the significance of mental fortitude and its cultivation. They emphasize the need for resilience and the capacity to surmount obstacles. They expound on the idea of drawing strength from past experiences during reach-back moments to navigate adversity. Furthermore, they advocate for dependability, fulfilling commitments, and prioritizing others. They underscore the importance of mental preparedness and being comfortable with starting from the bottom. Overall, they offer valuable insights and strategies for fortifying the mind.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Call to Action
01:03 Building Mental Fortitude: Follow Through and Finish What You Start
06:19 Self-Regulation: Managing Reactions and Avoiding Extremes
09:06 Avoiding Catastrophizing and Focusing on Priorities
13:43 Recognizing Situations and Self-Regulating Emotional Responses
23:31 Managing Road Rage and Reaching Back to Past Experiences
28:41 Building Mental Fortitude
31:06 The Power of Reach Back Moments
35:01 Dependability and Commitment
38:46 Selflessness and Teamwork
46:11 The Importance of Mental Preparation
50:03 Starting at the Bottom
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Ep 328: Taylor Starch and the Con Air Protocol Jun 14, 2024

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Well, you guys did it. You actually shamed Taylor Starch into getting a new microphone. The comment section actually made someone take action. Just for the Aaron Love Hate Club- no, I am not leaving the pod. That suggestion will be ignored.
The conversation picks right up where Taylor left off and centers on the significance of training connective tissue to prevent injuries and enhance running performance. It underscores the importance of maintaining proper length, load, and duration in connective tissue training while emphasizing the repercussions of training errors and the subsequent rehabilitation cycle. Furthermore, it delves into the value of targeted strength training for connective tissue, particularly in absorbing and dispersing force during running, as well as the effects of training on tendon stiffness and the interplay between muscular and connective tissue health.
The discussion also addresses prevalent knee injuries in runners, including IT band pain, patellofemoral pain, and patellar tendon issues, while dispelling misconceptions and outdated practices related to these issues and stressing the significance of load, strain, and capacity in addressing them. The conversation also explores the importance of joint mobility, muscle training, and the role of the nervous system in augmenting strength and endurance.
It offers insights into tailored solutions for different tissue issues and their impact on bone, connective tissue, and muscle fibers. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of training both slow and fast-twitch muscle fibers, the crucial role of connective tissue in muscle growth, and the importance of joint training. Furthermore, it underscores the need to train specific tissues and adapt to training load errors, providing valuable insights into the principles of rehabilitation and prehabilitation. Additionally, it highlights the significance of expanding tissue capacity and the influence of training on joint mechanics and connective tissue quality.
Chapters
00:00 Shamed Into
01:55 Understanding Running Injuries and Training Load Errors
03:53 Tissue-Specific Strength Training and Connective Tissue Health
11:43 The Impact of Training on Tendon Stiffness and Muscular Tissue Health
34:28 The Importance of Tissue-Specific Strength Training for Injury Prevention
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Ep 327: Marine, PJ, CRNA Major Ed Ha! Jun 07, 2024

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Welcome back to the team room!!! This is a fantastic walk down memory lane with Peaches and Major Ed Ha. Ed has an amazing story- we will let him tell it.
Ed Ha and Peaches share their incredible journeys to become special operators in the Air Force. They delve into their initial passion for this career, their intense training experiences, and the deep bond among all AFSPECWAR career fields. They even discuss the tradition of Charlie, one of the military's most secretive and cool traditions!
The conversation focuses on the challenges they faced during the selection and training process for Air Force special operations, highlighting the physical and psychological demands, the significance of teamwork and leadership, and the need to strike a balance between upholding standards and adapting to new requirements. The discussion concludes with a powerful exploration of the phrase "That Others May Live" and its profound meaning in their dedication to serving others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
10:00 The Journey to Becoming a PJ
13:42 The Tradition of Charlie
19:24 Preparing for INDOC
21:06 Experiences and Setbacks
22:31 The Demands of Air Force Special Operations Training
26:13 The Importance of Teamwork and Camaraderie
27:17 The Role of Leadership in Supporting and Advocating for Teams
35:11 Challenges and Changes in the Current Pipeline
45:36 Building Resilience through Training
52:01 The Role of Peer Reviews
55:17 The Importance of Character
57:42 The Meaning of 'That Others May Live'
01:02:29 Commitment to Service and Sacrifice

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Ep 326: Taylor Starch - Running Injury Prevention Part 1 Jun 07, 2024

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The madman is back and it is DEFINITELY time to #GetStarched
In their discussion, Peaches and Taylor emphasize that increasing capacity and managing demands are key to preventing running injuries. They also provide tips for identifying the severity of an injury and the appropriate course of action. Furthermore, they stress the importance of specific training strategies for bone and tendon health, highlighting the need for quick force application for bone health and recommending isometric exercises and heavy slow loads for tendon health. Overall, their message is clear: understanding the specific needs of each tissue is crucial for optimizing training and preventing injuries.
Taylor is gonna come sit down for parts 2-5 real soon, and we are sending him a microphone so we don't get yelled at in the comments anymore.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:26 The 80% Rule and Training Load Errors
11:45 The Importance of Capacity and Previous Injuries
29:45 Determining the Severity of an Injury
34:00 Rest and Cross-Training: Not Always the Best Solutions
35:25 Building Bone: High-Impact Activities and Quick Force Application
41:59 Plyometrics for Bone Health: Speed and Impact
44:24 Tendon Health: Slow Heavy Loads and Isometric Exercises
51:07 Different Tissues, Different Solutions
01:02:09 Managing Tendon Pain and Strain
01:06:51 Tendon Loading Guidelines: Volume and Pain Management
01:10:38 Common Misconceptions: Calf Raises and Stretching

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Ep 325: Voices from HKIA - Marvin "Lee" Chase and Nick Holten May 31, 2024

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Nick Holten and Marvin "Lee" Chase were instrumental in the largest humanitarian airlift operation in history. Their story focuses on the humanity, tragedy, and success of this monumental operation. Check out their episodes on the fall of Afghanistan and help us honor the 13 service members we lost at Abbey Gate by sharing their video far and wide.
Thanks to everyone that subscribes and follows our content, we appreciate you!

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