Mulligan Brothers Interviews DJ Shipley Explains His Daily Routine: 'I've Been Doing this for 14 Years' | SEAL Team 6 Operator - Most Replayed Moment
Dec 11, 2025
DJ Shipley, a former SEAL Team 6 operator and discipline-focused speaker, shares his transformative daily routine that he has maintained since 2004. He emphasizes the importance of consistent morning habits and small, manageable steps for self-improvement. DJ recommends micro wins to build confidence and suggests simple, fasted walks for physical and mental benefits. His insights on creating routines highlight the significance of gradual progress over perfection, urging listeners to prioritize their well-being for improved relationships and overall happiness.
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Build A Consistent Morning Routine
- Wake up and exercise at the same time each day to build mental structure and discipline.
- Stack small, repeatable habits (walk, gym, cold plunge) to accumulate micro wins before 10 a.m.
Start Small And Maintain Progress
- Start with maintainable goals like waking up the same time for seven days before scaling up.
- Add simple actions (20-minute walks, one extra habit) to create realistic, sustainable change.
Find A Gray Area To Protect Your Time
- Create a buffer by shifting bedtime or wake time to fit fitness into your day instead of abandoning it.
- Find a small 'gray area' to insert personal time that yields outsized benefits.