There’s a moment every warrior faces—not just in combat, but in life—when the real fight isn’t with an opponent, but with yourself. Back in college, I had a sparring partner wh … read more

How do you develop a good fighter mindset? It’s important to realize that even if you have the right guns, tactics, and fitness, you might still fail to rise to the occasion if you don’t p … read more

Most good fighters are also good shooters, but not all expert shooters are actually good fighters. I learned this during Army Basic Training. It became very easy to see the difference. The best ath … read more

It’s possible to learn the vital, critical-thinking skills that set you apart as a defender and operator, but this means honing, through training, the all-important ability to orient yourself in th … read more

How would you rate yourself for security and preparedness? A passing grade on John Lovell's 10-category security test may not be as easy as you think. For starters, in the words of Ron Swanson, "An … read more