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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. JAN 31

    199 - Q&A: Training to Failure, MARSOC Swim Prep, AIT/RASP/ SFRE Prep, Marriage Tips + More

    Today's topics 04:16 - Carb loading when very active  08:19 - Training to failure 14:54 - MARSOC swim frequency  17:19 - Tempo run durations 18:54 - Lifting during 2&5 mile base phase 20:25 - Weight loss before SFAS prep 22:13 - AIT/RASP prep program 23:57 - Target 2 + 5 mile times for SFAS 25:21 - Best TTM program for SFRE 26:44 - Aerobic base adequacy 27:34 - Training after selection date delay 29:39 - Marriage tips for SOF 34:04 - Adjusting JG3.0 for NSW  35:02 - New running program milage 35:56 - Training with a broken ankle 39:47 - Short game tips 42:48 - Knee pain before selection 46:14 - IT band pain after long rucks 52:21 - Carb timing vs total intake 55:40 - Favorite Rice and Grinds combos - Related links Carbs IG post Carb article Pt. 1 Carb article Pt. 2 - 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

    59 min

  2. JAN 23

    198 - Q&A: Building a Running Base, Injury Recovery, Overrated SFAS Exercise, Self-Doubt & More

    TTM SALE: Get 25% off selection prep and hybrid programs with code RUNLIFT25. Sale extended to Jan. 26 at midnight EST.   Topics: 00:00 – Intro 01:54 – New TTM program 02:23 – Long conditioning carbs 08:22 – Trouble getting into Z2 rucking 11:25 – Opinion on Tactical Barbell Program 13:56 – Solid running base 19:26 – New TTM running program details 21:44 – Running before lifting 25:25 – Mentally recovering from injury 29:40 – Best SOF unit IMO 30:25 – Performance gains in a cal deficit? 32:48 – Most overrated SFAS exercise 36:26 – Carry prep for SFAS 39:05 – Managing self-doubt in selection 43:17 – Assessing running base 52:15 – Best program for Air Force Special Warfare 01:00:03 – Heavy legs on Time Trials 01:05:05 – Tapering before tryout 01:06:34 – Business books & podcasts 01:09:15 – Muscle gain indicators Episodes Discussed: Breakdown on JG3: Breakdown on Ruck | Run | Lift Breakdown on JG 1, 2, 2&5 mile TrainHeroic Team: T-850 Rebuilt PDF programs Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  Hybrid Program: Jacked Gazelle 3.0 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 Gaz

    1h 12m

  3. JAN 17

    Ep 197 - Full Breakdown of Jacked Gazelle 3.0 - The Ultimate Hybrid Program

    Sale: All programs in the TTM SOF Prep Bundle are 25% off with code RUNFIT25. Offer ends Jan. 24 at midnight EST.  In this episode, I break down JG 3.0 from start to finish. Topics: JG3.0 Program breakdown  00:00 — Why Jacked Gazelle exists  11:46 — What is the difference between JG 3.0 and other programs?  14:51 — Who is this program for and who this program is NOT for?  16:46 — Program prerequisites  21:01 — Program structure  23:15 — Phase 1 layout 25:13 — Phase 2 layout 26:19 — Mid-program testing & Phase 3  30:19 — Phase 4 layout 33:13  — Arm Farm vs ACFT/PT prep  34:28 — Outcomes you can expect Q&A  35:55 — Is it a good idea to cycle between 2&5 mile and JG 3.0 until a few months out from SFRE? 36:41— Are there deadlifts in every week? 37:22 — Will it be ideal for 1.5, 5, and 20 mile preparation? 41:17 — Swiss Bar or Cadillac bar? 43:08 — Can I do a calorie deficit early in the program? 44:11 — Ruck Run Lift or JG 3.0 if I'm going to RASP? 45:38 — Could I train two times a day or is that too much? 47:41 — Is it a Ranger school prep? 48:56 — On easy conditioning days, would I be able to do a Z2 30-minute run? 50:27 — Is this program repeatable? 52:08— How does the conditioning volume compare to other programs? 52:25 — Is this good for dudes in the Q course and are there more plyos or oly lifts? - 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 - Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training for 10% off Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training for 15% off - Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com

    57 min

  4. JAN 11

    Ep. 196 - Q&A: Ranger School Prep, "Secrets" For My High Rating in Team Week, Ideal Bodyweight for SFAS, ADHD: Advantage or Flaw?, Sleep deprivation Training, Muay Thai & Hybrid Training, Run/Ruck PRs + More

    Today's topics 00:00:00 — Intro 00:01:19 — Ranger School ruck failure 00:07:33 — How to earn strong peer ratings during Team Week 00:15:54 — How to deal with ADHD 00:22:36 — Bodyweight vs run/ruck performance 00:25:40 — Deadlift swaps in JG3 (hex bar vs RDLs) 00:29:24 — Sleep prep vs selection reality 00:35:04 — Naps, sleep debt, and recovery 00:33:38 — Ruck Run Lift + odd-object carries 00:40:59 — Muay Thai during selection prep 00:48:25 — Five-mile PRs & endurance benchmarks 00:49:25 — Sugar intake during training --- 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

    1h 5m

  5. JAN 5

    Ep. 195 – Dominate 2026; 9 Ways to Boost Performance, Sleep, Productivity & Mental Health

    Happy 2026! In light of the new year, today’s episode is a breakdown of 9 habits I've developed over the last ~5 years of my personal development journey that have delivered the highest ROI with regard to mental health, productivity, fitness/recovery, sleep, relationships, and overall success and fulfillment.  Whether you’re a NY resolution person or not, perhaps one or 2 sparks something in you to change. Let me know if you’re gonna try one or if you’ve already seen benefits from any of them! 0:00 — Intro 06:16 — No alcohol since November 2022 18:48 — Consistent sleep & wake times 32:25 — First 2 hours / last hour phone rule 35:50 — The 10-minute rule 41:03 — Waking up early 49:07 — 2×20 reading rule 55:28 — Sunday socials 59:08 — Post-meal walks 01:03:45 — 99/1 nutrition (GI-friendly foods) 01:11:40 — Outro --- 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

    1h 12m

  6. 12/28/2025

    Episode 194 - Q&A: Slow 5-Mi/Fast 2-Mi Fixes, Are 18-X Bad Leaders, Favorite Parts of My Job, Short Vs. Long Run Repeats, SFRE Taper Tips, Cutting & Optimal Performance, Training while Traveling, Best Rice & Grinds Flavors & More!

    Sale announcement: All TTM programs are 25% off with code XMAS2025. Sale   goes till 11:59 EST NYE.   https://terminatortraining.com/ Today’s topics: Sleep after long runs200s vs longer repeatsSFRE taper strategyIntensity without form lossBest rice & grinds flavorPost-OSUT detraining timelineFavorite part of my jobFast 2-mile, slow 5-mile–filling gapRepeat 2/5-mile programDeficit + hybrid performanceCream of rice v. rice n grinds18X leadership debateLocal gym recommendationsQuestions? 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  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 10% off: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements10% off: Code terminator_training --- Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    57 min

  7. 12/19/2025

    Episode 193 - 12 Dumb Training Mistakes I made as A Green Beret So You (Hopefully) Don't Have To

    JG3.0 Sale still live! (Ends tomorrow—20 Dec, 2025 at 11:59PM) Use code JG3FIT at checkout for 25% off! In today’s episode, I break down 12 major training mistakes I made as a green beret that I’d go back and change if I knew better. I made these mistakes so, assuming you listen, you don’t have to. I had a great time shooting this one. It’s chock full of nuggets and applies to SO MANY people’s training tendencies—future, current and even former SOF (as well as just general hard chargers). I planned on making it a shorter episode, but I get really passionate and it went longer. All important stuff, though! Thanks for listening! Here are today's topics! 00:0:00 – Intro / JG 3.0 Sale 00: 5:34 – Married to the barbell, anti machines/specialty bars 00: 17:48 – Oly lifts, without the skill 00:26:29 – Insane metcons 00:31:55 – Ruck/kit running year-round 00: 35:34 – Doing burpees 00:39:05 – Training so hard it interfered with on-the-job performance 00:42:54 – Regularly sacrificing sleep to get training in 00: 47:13 – Chasing strengths, neglecting other things 00:51:20 – Absurd amounts of pull-ups, mostly weighted, all same grip 00:54:28 – Thinking hypertrophy training was a waste 00:57:57 – 200% programs 00:1:02:34 – Going hard on weekends with alcohol, then destroying myself on Mondays 01:07:33 – Outro --- Questions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast. --- Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training --- New Selection Prep Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  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 --- Let’s connect: Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website:

    1h 9m

  8. 12/13/2025

    Episode 192 - Q&A: JG 3.0 is HERE!, Ranger School Age Cop Outs, Back Vs. Belt Squats, Best TTM Fat Loss Plans, Hyrox Vs. SFAS Fitness, Fitness Focus in 75th Ranger Reg., Ruck Running Tips, TTM 1:1 Coaching Prices and More!

    Great news! Jacked Gazelle 3.0 is out and ready for purchase.  To get it marked down 25%, use the code JG3FIT at checkout (discount runs till 11:59pm Friday, December 19) Option 40, ranger-school damageBest TTM fat-loss program Hyrox for SFAS fitnessConditioning finishers after liftingRunning RPE: breathing vs legsSourdough flour type questionBack squats versus belt squatsSmith machine versus barbell squatsMeal plans from TTM recipesOne-on-one coaching pricingJacked Gazelle plus ruck shufflingStrong two-mile, weak SDCElevated resting heart rate concernPickup sports during Two-and-FiveAre fighter pilots coolDifference between JG 1&2 (Jg 2 Vs. JG breakdown episode )Training focus in Ranger RegimentQuestions? Look for bi-weekly Q&A on my stories. I'll answer your questions on IG and here on the podcast. --- Spoken Supplements: Code terminator_training Cwench supplements: Code terminator_training --- SOF Selection Program: Ruck | Run | Lift  Ebook: SOF Selection Recovery & Nutrition Guide --- TrainHeroic Team: T-850 Rebuilt (1st wk free!) --- 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 --- Newsletter Sign Up IG: terminator_training Youtube: Terminator Training Method website: terminatortraining.com Substack

    1h 8m
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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
    199
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Terminator Training Show
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