SOAS Works to Get SELECTED for Navy SEAL OFFICER

His fast swim hid a major flaw. This video breaks down a BUD/S candidate's training, fixing his running and lifting to build a real tactical athlete. Plus, critical advice for dealing with MEPS.

A 6:45 swim is a great start, but it doesn't mean you're ready.

In this coaching call, I break down a candidate's solid PST scores and we immediately find some major holes in his training: he's not running and he's not lifting to address his pull-ups.

We fix that. I lay out a complete, 3-day total body lifting program and explain why building a running base of at least 21 miles a week is non-negotiable, even for a guy who can naturally run fast. If your body isn't hardened to the volume, it will fall apart at BUD/S.

We also cover the critical, behind-the-scenes stuff: how to deal with enlisted vs. officer recruiters, what you should NEVER tell them at MEPS, and why your backup plan says a lot about your mindset.

In this video, we cover:

The right way to navigate conversations with recruiters.

The most important rule for what NOT to bring or say at MEPS.

A complete lifting program to increase strength for push-ups and pull-ups.

Why you MUST run at least 5-6 times a week, even if you're fast.

How to use stride length exercises to improve running efficiency.

Why your backup plan matters (Air Force golf courses vs. Army grit).

Does being short (5'5") hurt you at BUD/S?

If you're getting ready for a SOF pipeline, this is how you identify the weak points in your training and address them before they become a problem.

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Chapters

(0:00) Intro: Fixing the Gaps in His Training

(0:11) How to Handle Recruiters (Enlisted vs. Officer)

(1:50) The #1 Rule for MEPS (What NOT to Tell Them)

(3:30) Officer Package Requirements

(5:10) Breaking Down His PST Scores

(6:00) The Lifting Program to Fix Push-ups & Pull-ups

(8:45) You MUST Run: Building Your Volume Base

(11:00) What's Your Plan B? (Air Force vs. Army)

(12:50) Finding Your "Grittiness"

(14:00) How Much Does the OAR Score Matter?

(15:55) Your Action Plan: Creating the Workout

(18:25) Does Height Matter at BUD/S?

(20:50) Viewer Comment: The "True Warrior" Mindset

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Since 1999, I’ve been a subject matter expert in elite-level mentorship and talent development, running one of the most successful pipelines in the nation. A 1995 graduate of the United States Naval Academy with a degree in Computer Science and holder of an MBA in Management and Ceramics from the University of Michigan, I bring both technical expertise and creative discipline to my mentorship approach. I’ve personally mentored over 300 pilots across the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Warrant Officer programs. More than 100 have earned their tridents as Navy SEALs, 20+ became Green Berets, 15+ Army Rangers, and 20+ medical doctors have been accepted into top-tier medical schools. My track record also includes over 200 appointments to service academies like West Point, the Naval Academy, and the Air Force Academy. As a trusted subject matter expert, I’ve helped young men and women master the process, develop the mindset, and execute with precision. For over 25 years, I’ve built champions—and I’m just getting started.