The Everyday Responder

Coach Justin McCartney
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The Everyday Responder Podcast is dedicated to tactical professionals who refuse to just survive minimum standards. We break down the systems behind training, mental endurance, and fueling for performance - because every operator deserves to set the standard, not chase it.

  1. 2d ago

    #88 - 7 Uniform Standards Built for Competitive Tactical Athletes

    There's no one-size-fits-all program for tactical athletes. Program hopping, "tacticool" workouts, and named diets don't build readiness - they just feed the inner critic. This episode breaks down 7 standards to train by instead. Start with your performance target (a race, competition, competitive school, specific times, scores, or results). But know your why. Not "it'd be cool" - a memory, a person, your teammates. That's the fuel that won't run out. #1 - Run a readiness eval. Test what will actually be tested. #2 - Respect the 7 standards (prioritize your #1 weakness): Exceed personal standardsFuel the machineTrain violentlyGet strong and handle bodyweightMove fast, slow, and paceWork capacity on demandRecover and do it againBuild your tactical training program around these seven and you'll be uniform ready and ready to compete at the start line.  The takeaway: One standard is lagging behind the others. Prioritize it and raise your overall capacity. Create my individualized strategy prioritizing my #1 weakness Free 3-minute assessment - reverse engineered from the 7 uniform standards. Receive video feedback of your system, strategy, and specific tactics. Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  2. Aug 1

    #87 - How Tactical Athletes Fuel for Peak Performance - with The Tactical Dietitian

    Susan Lopez, "The Tactical Dietitian," has over 15 years coaching high-performers on nutrition for tactical demands. In this episode, she breaks down what actually works when it comes to fueling tactical athletes - from military and law enforcement to fire and EMS. We covered: A simple nutrition system you can apply right awayTwo camps: The Under-Fueler & The Burnt Out Dieter - and how to fix bothBlood work, supplements, and TRT/peptidesTactical athletes must fuel the machine. After this podcast, you have the system to be able to. Connect with Susan Instagram: @tactical.dietitian 2026 Tactical Dietitian Performance ConferenceApp: Tactical DietitianLets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  3. Jul 26

    #86 - 5 Daily Standards for Total Mental Control

    No one can beat you down like you can. This episode covers the 5 non-negotiable standards I use daily to replace self-doubt with an undeniable track record. Control what you can control. Get it done regardless of the chaos. Watch confidence and total mental control transfer to your overall training performance, and the uniform. Also mentioned: The Tactical Readiness Blueprint - the #1 weakness that gets leaders in uniform hurt, exposed, or outpaced, and how to build your system around it. Grab it free: TRB Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  4. Jul 17

    #85 - Strength Training For Tactical Athletes: PR The 2 Mile (Part 2)

    "Strong enough" is a phrase every tactical athlete needs to internalize. Not a powerlifter, not a bodybuilder, and not a typical runner. The goal: strength stops being the limiter, and injuries stop derailing your training. In today's episode, we cover: A recap of Part 1: (Podcast) How Tactical Athletes PR the 2 mile Part 1: (Article) 3 Runs The Tactical Athlete Needs To Dominate The 2 MileWhy "strong enough" is the target3 mistakes that keep tactical athletes hurt and slow The Everyday Responder System build for strength sessions - warmup, primer, main movers, finishersTactical Readiness Blueprint is live. If you want to chase hybrid goals and be lethal in all domains, take our free assessment - we will build your system for you: Tactical Readiness Blueprint  Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  5. Jul 12

    #84 - What discipline really means, combating performance anxiety, hitting protein targets, Vo2 max test for firefighters, training on panamas, & more

    Another Q&A! Shoot me a question if you want me to break it down! Grab your Individual Tactical Readiness Blueprint here  Here are the topics we covered today: What discipline really meansFueling with whole foods / hitting protein targetsPre-run hydration & fuelingCombating performance anxietyTraining on shift (panamas)Should you cut calories if you go over?Avoiding snacking & eating out without derailingBest way to cut caffeine and nicotineShould you train in a tired state to build discipline?Daily or weekly weigh-ins?Breaking training into smaller windows / 2-a-daysImproving VO2 max for a specific test (firefighter)If you liked this style of podcast, don't forget to leave a review! Let's connect: Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  6. Jul 3

    #83 - Tactical Performance and Training the Mind to Not Quit - with Coach Greg Amorelli

    Coach Greg Amorelli has spent decades under the bar, in uniform, and developing his craft. Navy Rescue Swimmer at 29. Army Infantry Officer at 40. His entry into the military was later than most - and instead of outworking father time, he started outsmarting it. Most tactical athletes train to put bandaids on a bullet holes - fixing problems instead of avoiding them in the first place. Greg gives his tried and true approach to tactical training, staying power, and acquiring the skill to mentally endure when every fiber is telling you to quit. Follow him here: @coach_greg_amorelli Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  7. Jun 27

    #82 - How Tactical Athletes PR The 2 Mile (Part 1 - The Running)

    There is nothing more frustrating than running hard without leg turnover or results. The goal of this series is simple: Do less, but better, and earn your next PR. In This Episode RPE - the most valuable skill to practice and develop3 ways tactical athletes sabotage their own run timesThe run system (easy, moderate, and hard)How to develop the your pacing technique About This Series This is Part 1 of a 4 part series. Each part has an associated article with a deeper breakdown. Part 1 - The Running Part 2 - Strength Training Part 3 - Nutrition and Lifestyle Part 4 - The Full System Check out the full article here:  3 Runs The Tactical Athlete Needs To Dominate The 2 Mile - Part 1 of 4 Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

  8. Jun 19

    #81 - Q&A: 1.5 Mile to 2 Mile Run Change, Best Training Split, Worthwhile Supplements & More

    In this week's Q&A, we covered: Gym bag essentialsSupplements and which ones are worth takingUpdates on PT test standardsBest training splitsTracking nutrition and bodyweightHow to bounce back after a missed session or mealAnd moreDM @everydayresponders with questions for the next Q&A, or watch for a question story! Lets connect:  Tactical Readiness Blueprint - Receive Individual strategy and tactics (Free) The Endurance Crucible - Learn how the elite endure when others quit Run with Staying Power - Free 8-Week Running base builder Uniform Strong -  Carry. Endure. Lift. Recover. - Stop Gambling With Your Readiness Free Newsletter – Tactical training insights twice weekly  Website - Everyday Responder Articles  Instagram – @everydayresponders

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The Everyday Responder Podcast is dedicated to tactical professionals who refuse to just survive minimum standards. We break down the systems behind training, mental endurance, and fueling for performance - because every operator deserves to set the standard, not chase it.

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  • Creator
    Coach Justin McCartney
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Everyday Responder
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