Terminator Training Show

Kevin Smith
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The creator of Terminator Training Method, Kevin Smith, has been lifting weights and chasing peak performance for the past 17 years, the last 11 of which spent as a member of the US Army Special Forces. His obsession with strength and conditioning, nutrition, health improvement, and personal development have driven him to begin his own journey in the fitness industry. This podcast will include information and conversation on a wide variety of topics, including strength training, endurance training and conditioning, nutrition (for performance, body composition, and health), habit formation, and how to optimize your life. If you're sick of being misinformed or mislead, and interested in leveling up, this is the podcast for you.

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    207 - Cody McBroom Gives Masterclass on Eating for Performance, Fat Loss, and Longevity

    In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Cody McBroom, founder of Tailored Coaching Method. We dive into a practical conversation on fat loss, performance nutrition, and the key mistakes keeping most people from getting results. Connect with Cody: IG | YouTube Topics 00:00 – Intro01:54 – Cody’s Background 05:50 – Early Coaching Lessons & Principles  15:29 – Performance vs Aesthetics: Body Fat, Health, and Long-Term Mortality  18:13 – Sodium, Food Choices, and Scale Spikes  19:51 – Nutrition for Hybrid Athletes vs Gen Pop  20:45 – Carbs Are the Performance Lever  21:27 – How Much Protein You Actually Need  23:46 – How to Fuel Training (Pre/Intra)  28:14 – Why You’re Not Losing Weight32:07 – Macro Setup That Actually Works 33:07 – The Problem With Low Carb Diets 38:53 – All You Need Are 7g of Fat Per Day  48:07 – Food Tracking: The Skill Most People Avoid  — New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide — TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt — PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training — Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    1hr 15min

  2. 28 MAR

    206 - Q&A: Tapering Stimulants, Reducing Joint Stress, Bodybuilding, Low Back Tightness, Imbalances +More

    Partnered with Pride Foods (Rice ‘N Grinds). Delicious, quick, high-quality carbs. Use code TTM for 10% off. 00:00 - Intro  04:32 - Training with a broken hand  07:29 - Low-impact cardio options  10:45 - Tapering stimulants pre-SFAS  15:37 - Building a proper base phase  18:43 - When to deload  24:12 - Cutting without losing performance  28:53 - Fixing lower back tightness  32:29 - Dropping mile time in 4 months  34:27 - Pace count for SFAS rucks  38:12 - Fixing strength imbalances  42:46 - Breakfast for hard morning sessions  45:13 - Zercher vs front squats  47:03 - Is leg drive cheating?  49:28 - Bodybuilding for tactical athletes  52:32 - Posterior chain without deadlifts  55:41 - Long Walk strategy for SFAS PDF programs New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt  — Rice ‘N Grinds (Pride Foods) – 10% off w/ code TTM Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training — Newsletter Sign Up IG Youtube

    59 min

  3. 20 MAR

    205 - Q&A: CAG Selection Prep, Pre-PT Test Nutrition, Fat Loss While Performing, 18X Timeline + More

    SOF BUNDLE SALE  Get 25% off all SOF prep programs (ends 3/22). Fuel your training properly.  Get 10% off Rice ‘N Grinds. Code "TTM".   00:00 – Intro 02:07 — Why pull-ups feel heavier on some days 03:48 — TTM Run Advanced: who it’s for + when to use it 04:36 — What to eat the night before a PT test 06:08 — Running at 300 lbs 10:09 — Getting lean without tracking macros (whole foods approach) 15:04 — Running shoes recommendations 16:35 — How to sequence TTM programs to improve run times  18:10 — Prioritizing nutrition at selection 22:13 — Hot weather acclimation in cold months  26:14 — Can you train speed, power, and endurance at the same time? 29:11 — My Z2 pacing during SFAS 33:33 — How far out to start prep for CAG selection 35:41 — Macro goals to cut body fat % while performing 40:32 — Does high mileage interfere w/ hypertrophy? 43:12 — 24+ hr fasts 47:08 — Most advantageous methods to lean out and maintain strength 49:56 — How to structure leg training + running on the same day 53:21 — 18X pipeline timeline  56:27 — Max hand release pushups I’ve seen in 2 mins 58:19 — Staying motivated when gov is demoralizing – New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide — TrainHeroic Team: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) — PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training

    1hr 2min

  4. 16 MAR

    Ep. 204 - Q&A: Gut Health, Carnivore Diet, Shin Splints, Strength Loss on a Cut, PEDs & SARMs + More

    TTM Sale 🚨 All SOF Prep Programs are 25% off. No code necessary. Sale ends 22 Mar.  02:13 – Staying in Z2 during uphills 05:01 – Carnivore diet 07:58 – Significant strength loss during a cut 10:37 – New block for T-850 Training Program 11:29 – Shin splints while bulking 14:42 – Preferred cool downs after gym 17:53 – Regaining motivation while in a rut 23:42 – Gut health optimization 29:10 – Blade running criteria pre selection 32:34 – Prep program for US Air Force selection 33:40 – Water programming in TTM programs 37:06 – Best program to shed fat, build muscle and get faster 38:17 – Advice for jet lag from first responder work 43:00 – Roth or a traditional 401 43:52 – Substitution for safety bar squat (SSB) 45:21 – Healthy % to lose per week on a cut 46:31 – Getting jacked and strong with just kettlebells and pull-ups 49:21 – Thoughts on workout finishers 50:32 – Peds and SARMs for enhanced recovery — Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast. — New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide — TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) — PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training --- Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    54 min

  5. 10 MAR

    Ep. 203 - 12 Traits of People Who Pass Special Forces Selection

    Over the years, I’ve noticed that successful SFAS candidates tend to approach their training and preparation in very similar ways. Here is what they do in common:  00:15 – Intro –  02:04 – Trait #1 – High carbohydrate intake to fuel training and recovery 06:56 – Trait #2 – Identify and address personal character flaws 15:31 – Trait #3 – Autoregulation  22:23 – Trait #4 – Prioritizing sleep with the “big three” habits 33:36 – Trait #5 – Preparing meals ahead of time 35:48 – Trait #6 – Balanced strength training 41:21 – Trait #7 – Regular loaded carries 43:37 – Trait #8 – Controlled weekly run frequency with strategic cross-training 45:22 – Trait #9 – Structured weekly training split 46:11 – Trait #10 – Tracking metrics (macros, training progress) 49:48 – Trait #11 – Restricting or eliminating social media during prep 52:12 – Trait #12 – Focusing on the process over the outcome — Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast. — New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 — TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) — PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training — Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    56 min

  6. 3 MAR

    202 - Overrated or Underrated? BPC‑157, Carb-Cycling, Z2, BJJ, Pre‑Workout +More Hybrid Training Hot Takes

    TTM Run Advanced is live. If improving your run times actually matters to you, this 16 week program is for you. Take 25% off with code RUN25. Sale ends Saturday, March 7 at midnight EST.  Today's Overrated/Underrated Topics:  00:00:15 – Overrated/Underrated Intro  00:04:20 – California  00:09:04 – BPC 157 Peptides  00:11:22 – Carb cycling  00:16:04 – Push/Pull/Leg Split  00:20:17 – Zone 2  00:22:37 – Rice and Grinds as a main source of carbs  00:26:30 – Mobility and Stretching  00:31:02 – Voodoo’s 5x5  00:35:41 – Leg blasters  00:38:26 – BJJ  00:41:03 – Running in kit  00:43:32 – Titan supplements  00:47:16 – Intuitive Rest Days  00:49:47 – Pre-workout  00:53:37 – Intervals on an assault bike/rower instead of running  00:55:37 – Icing for shin splints  01:00:21 – Prime Lifting Equipment  01:02:25 – Arsenal equipment  01:03:58 – Atlantis equipment  01:04:33 – Recovery Runs — Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG & on the podcast. — New Running Program: TTM Run Advanced New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide — TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) — PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training — Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com

    1hr 9min

  7. 20 FEB

    201 - Q&A: SFAS Prep Year-Round, Bulking Conditioning, Ruck Progression, Sleep for Shift Workers + More

    Sale announcement: 25% OFF ALL TTM PROGRAMS — sale ends Feb. 22. If you're serious about improving performance, now is the time to start.  Today's Q&A topics: 03:18 - Subs for sled push work? 06:50 - Min effective dose of conditioning when trying to bulk 10:59 - Should you stay in SFAS prep mode year-round? 15:24 - Best times of year to go to selection 19:33 - Tips for sleep health when working overnight 22:01 - Skipping test/deload weeks pre-SFAS 24:54 - Prepping for the Norwegian march  25:40 - Is it effective to train biceps + triceps every day for bigger arms? 29:10 - Considerations for training late in the evening  34:29 - Sub for 400 meter repeats if no access to a track 36:29 - Things to consider with sand beach runs 38:19 - How to progress ruck weight and time 41:26 - How to maintain motivation for the Q when injured — Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast. — New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide — TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) — PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training — Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    47 min

  8. 13 FEB

    200 - 6 Things to Stop Doing If You Want to Get Selected for Special Forces

    SALE ALERT: For a limited time, get 25% off all TTM training programs. If you’re ready to train with structure, intent, and proven programming, now’s the time. Sale runs through Feb. 19 — automatic discount at checkout. In this single-topic episode, I break down 6 habits that quietly sabotage performance and long-term success—whether your goal is passing selection, building a business, or leveling up your life. These aren’t flashy tactics. They’re everyday behaviors that erode discipline, consistency, and momentum. If you’re serious about progress, STOP DOING THIS: 06:16 – Unrestricted Scrolling 13:57 – Staying Up Late & Sleeping In (Social Jet Lag) 24:04 – Winging Nutrition (No Meal Prep) 30:58 – Lacking Personal Accountability 36:20  – Surrounding Yourself With the Wrong People 44:15 – Winging Life (No Rules or Vision) --- New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  New Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide --- TrainHeroic Team Subscription: T-850 Rebuilt (try a week for free!) --- PDF programs 2 & 5 Mile Run Program - run improvement program w/ strength work Kickstart- beginner/garage gym friendly Time Crunch- Workouts for those short on time Hypertrophy- intermediate/advanced Jacked Gazelle- Hybrid athlete Jacked Gazelle 2.0 - Hybrid athlete SFAS Prep- Special forces train-up Ruck | Run | Lift - Selection Prep — Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training --- Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    54 min
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The creator of Terminator Training Method, Kevin Smith, has been lifting weights and chasing peak performance for the past 17 years, the last 11 of which spent as a member of the US Army Special Forces. His obsession with strength and conditioning, nutrition, health improvement, and personal development have driven him to begin his own journey in the fitness industry. This podcast will include information and conversation on a wide variety of topics, including strength training, endurance training and conditioning, nutrition (for performance, body composition, and health), habit formation, and how to optimize your life. If you're sick of being misinformed or mislead, and interested in leveling up, this is the podcast for you.

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  • Creator
    Kevin Smith
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    207
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Terminator Training Show
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    Terminator Training Show

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