Episode #1262

Pat McNamara

· 1 book mentioned

Books mentioned

  1. Tribe

    Sebastian Junger

    Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 01:11:02

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Former U.S. Army special operations soldier Pat McNamara discusses tactical fitness, combat-strength training, nutrition, recovery, and exercise programs adapted for different ages and abilities. He also reflects on rebuilding life after military retirement, finding purpose, wrestling and jiu-jitsu, managing spinal degeneration, and his outdoor experiences, including wilderness trips and encounters with grizzly bears.

What they talked about

  • Fitness and training at older ages
  • Combat Strength Training program
  • Tactical shooting and physical conditioning
  • Overcoming depression after military retirement
  • Diet and meal prep for performance
  • Wilderness survival and grizzly bear encounter
  • Hobbies: bird watching, drawing, guitar
  • Social media and building a brand

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