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#30: Global Headlines, Fitness Trends, and MTI’s Plans for 2025

Rob covers global headlines, including President-elect Trump’s renewed focus on Greenland, tensions over the Panama Canal, and cybersecurity threats from China. He also dives into fitness trends like ski biking and Knees Over Toes training, discusses the impact of processed foods on cravings, and highlights MTI’s latest initiatives, including a new gym in Missoula and an athlete ambassador program.
 
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#29: Russian's Cutting Undersea Cables and Chinese Hacking US Government Networks, Year of the Drone, Military DEI Changes, Windbreakers and Midlayers, New Years Resolutions

In this episode of the MTI podcast, Rob discusses various pressing topics, including recent disruptions in the Baltic Sea, cybersecurity threats from China, advancements in drone warfare, and the ongoing debate surrounding diversity and inclusion in the military. He also highlights Japan's increasing defense budget, the decline of traditional news sources, and shares insights on outdoor adventures and mental health. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming podcast projects.
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Takeaways
Disruption in the Baltic Sea raises geopolitical concerns.
Cybersecurity is a critical area where the U.S. must improve.
Drone warfare is evolving rapidly, especially in Ukraine.
Diversity and inclusion efforts in the military are contentious.
Japan's defense spending is on the rise due to regional threats.
Traditional news sources are struggling to maintain relevance.
Layering techniques are essential for outdoor activities.
New Year's resolutions can focus on realistic outdoor challenges.
Exercise and diet significantly impact mental health.
Upcoming podcast projects will explore strength coaching and personal experiences.
Sources
Finland Seizes Ship Carrying Russian Oil After Undersea Cable Cut
US Treasury says Chinese hackers stole documents in major breach
2024: Year of the Drone
Trump Rethinks Firing Joint Chiefs Chairman
DEI Is Like a Woke IED for the Left’s War Against Our Military
Japan Approves 9.4 Percent Increase in Defense Spending for FY2025
Best Men's Shells of 2023
Kuiu Peloton 97 Fleece Hoodie
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and New Year's Reflections02:50 Geopolitical Tensions and Undersea Cable Disruptions07:39 Cybersecurity and Chinese Hacking Concerns10:27 The Rise of Drone Warfare15:09 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Military19:15 Japan's Defense Budget Increase and Regional Arms Race22:29 The Decline of Traditional News Sources26:11 Mountain Gear Recommendations37:28 New Year's Resolutions and Outdoor Adventures46:34 Mental Health and Exercise Insights48:26 Future Podcast Projects and Closing Thoughts
 

#28: New Administration's Foreign Policy Impact on Tactical Athletes, Increase in LE Hirings and Salaries to Combat Urban Crime?, Why Hunters Hunt, and Discusssion on Programming for "Tactical Power"

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#27: Flag Officer Bureaucrats, Greg Glassman, Programming is Everything

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#26: MTI's Base Fitness Program Design Theory

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#25: Tools for Making Hard Decisions

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Tools for Making Hard Decisions
The Blessing and the Curse of Accommodation
Any comments or decision-making tools you rely on? We want to hear them. Email rob@mtntactical.com
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#24: Mountain Athlete In-Season Training & Cold/Contrast Water Immersion Recovery for Athletes

Mountain Athlete In-Season Training Plan
Simple Rules: Cold & Contrast Water Immersion Recovery for Athletes
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#23: The Happiness Formula

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The Happiness Formula
The Best Things Come From Commitment
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#22: Event Specific Training Approach, PFT Prep, & Climbing Assessments

Discussion of hunting and event training, PFT preparation, and climbing assessments MTI has used over the years of work with climbers and guides.
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#21: News from Arete

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