#55: Utah MTI Fitness Lab, Ranger School Updates, & Zone 2 Sled Drags

Rob and Charlie discuss the establishment of a new fitness lab in Ogden, Utah, focusing on programming and training for athletes. They explore the target audience for lab rats, updates to the Ranger School Training Plan, and the implications of Ranger tabs on leadership and bias within the military. 

Rob covers innovative training methods for uphill movement, focusing on recent research and testing of sled drags. He shares insights from his personal training experiences, including the benefits of extended sled drags for strength and endurance. The discussion also covers the integration of zone two endurance training with strength work, emphasizing the importance of aerobic capacity for tactical athletes. 

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• The Debate Over Ranger Tabs in Infantry Leadership: Tradition, Merit, and Bias

• Case Study: Loaded Sled Drags Demonstrate Transferability to Uphill Movement Under Load