122: Phil Velayo on the 7 Devils Invitational

Phil Velayo was a Marine Scout Sniper for 11 years. Now he runs The Cadre Training, competes at precision rifle shooting, and hunts. In October, he competed at the 7 Devils Invitational, a team precision rifle competition that also included terrain navigation, shorter range gas gun shooting, and pistol shooting.Phil breaks down his experience from the competition along with what he learned. We also talk training, hunting, and he gets me to commit to shooting a competition next year.Links:The Cadre TrainingFree Hunting Fitness Assessment: The Hunter's Field Test

I got asked whether hunters should focus on road running or trail running. Which is better for conditioning?As it goes with all things in training...it depends.What are you trying to accomplish? Why? What's your current level of running conditioning?I lay it all out in this episode.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

Should you ruck with disc issues is question #1 answered during this episode. There are two more that follow it up.Is running or rucking better for mountain hunters?Why is a certain mobility exercise so important?Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

How long does it take your heart to adapt to training?How do high intensity and low intensity training effect the body differently?Does running or lifting weights better prepare you for packing?These facts, plus some even more interesting ones, are loaded up for you during this episode of the podcast.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

Hunting road trips are great adventures.They're even better when you show up to hunt not feeling like absolute hell.So, in this episode I'm sharing 5 pieces of advice based on all the mistakes I've made over the years on hunting road trips.I've made a lot of road trips. And I've made some mistakes. I'm sharing mine so you don't make them.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

Not sure what to do with your training in October? This episode gives you the low down on what to do and why.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

Pack outs worry a lot of hunters. This episode will ease some of your worries. It offers simple advice that allows you to set a good plan, take care of yourself, and get through a pack out as unscathed as possible.Free Hunting Fitness Assessment:The Hunter's Field Test

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