Book · 2013 · United states, navy, seals
U. S. Navy SEAL Guide to Fitness
Why people recommend it
The U. S. Navy SEAL Guide to Fitness is a comprehensive manual designed to help individuals condition their bodies to meet the rigorous physical demands of elite military training. DJ Shipley discussed this preparatory material on the Huberman Lab podcast during an episode titled How to Make Yourself Unbreakable, which aired on October 6, 2025. Reflecting on his physical conditioning journey and lifestyle changes prior to entering military service, Shipley recalled that his routine initially involved casual activities like mowing the lawn and skateboarding before he transitioned to structured preparation. He explained that as he got closer to joining, he began downloading and following Stew Smith's Guide to Navy SEAL prep, a regimen he noted many candidates utilized during their preparation phase. Shipley used the guide to build the necessary strength, endurance, and mental toughness required to successfully navigate the intense physical challenges associated with the military selection and training process.
Who recommended it
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DJ Shipley — 1 mention
“Mow the lawn and go skateboarding, and then as we transitioned, we got closer, it was turn it on, download the Stew Smith "Guide to Navy SEAL" prep, and did that like everybody else did.”