

Iron Sights
Iron Sights
Welcome to Iron Sights podcast hosted by Scott Howell. This podcast candidly seeks to create opportunities and deliver impact by sharing the experiences and wisdom of successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders who unapologetically aim to WIN in health, fitness, business, and life. Welcome to old school meets new school, tradition meets innovation, and imperfection meets excellence. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.
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Aug 21, 2024 • 23min
IEP10: What Is An SME?
Take The Free IEP Assessment: https://iep-assessment.com/Behind The Mic:Scott HowellJake LabhartAaron DuggerJacob HeppnerIEP Programs:◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/Download In Extremis Performance Free Guides:◼️https://iep-guides.com/Follow IEP:◼️Website - https://inextremisperformance.com/◼️Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inextperformance/

Aug 19, 2024 • 47min
#162 - The Downfall of The Olympics: Memes, Medals & Madness
For the second time in ISP history, we've got the whole crew in the studio today, and we're talking all things Olympics. Paris was a memorable event and we hit some of the key moments, standout competitors and controversial highlights from this year's Olympic Games. 25% OFF! Red Dot Fitness Programs: rdfprograms.comRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:37 Talking Olympics6:01 The Olympics Then vs. Now13:16 The Positive17:29 Kristen Faulkner20:02 Breaking in Olympics 25:53 Mens USA Basketball28:07 The Issue of the Attention-Grabbing Moments29:35 The Opening Ceremony33:10 The Pole Vaulter34:41 The Turkish Marksman36:37 The Wow Factor39:42 Snoop Dogg Olympics Appearance40:45 If We Had To Compete In The OlympicsConnect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

Aug 16, 2024 • 1h 26min
#129 After Dark - The World of Tactical Games w/ SWAT Officer & Firearms Instructor Sal Hernandez
In this episode of the After Dark Podcast, I sit down with Sal Hernandez.Sal is a highly skilled law enforcement officer and full-time SWAT team member, Sal shares his background, journey, current projects, and future plans centered around training and leadership to make a difference in the firearms industry. He’s a fierce competitor in the tactical games, SWAT competitions, and USPSA where he proves how good of a shooter and mentor he is for every person in the firearms community.Get to know Sal, and follow him on Instagram @Mr_bandanaman. Enjoy the show!Episode Sponsor:BioProtein Technology: https://bioproteintech.com/For $30 off your order use code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout.BioPro+ can potentially help to improve balance hormones, increase sex drive, improves insulin sensitivity, and produce increases of mitochondria and nucleic acids to create a total system modulator. BioPro+ regulates, rebuilds, and regenerates at the cellular level to help you look, feel, and perform your best.Episode Sponsor:SLNT: https://slnt.com/pages/ironsightsUse the code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout for an exclusive discountTimestamps:00:00 Intro05:27 Sal's Background10:45 Sal's Baseball Career20:12 Law Enforcement Officer22:56 The SWAT Team31:40 Training Shooting Journey37:11 SWAT Roundups40:38 The Tactical Games Competition47:33 Red Dot Sights vs Iron Sights in Competitions51:50 The Crossfit World57:50 Ways to Improve the Tactical Games: Sal's Take01:02:54 Sal's Roll As A Police Officer01:06:44 Sal's Learning Process01:20:42 Find Out More About SalRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

Aug 14, 2024 • 16min
IEP9: The Definition of An Athlete
Today the IEP crew challenges the status quo by identifying Law Enforcement Officers as professional athletes when it comes to their job specific duties and responsibilities. Being paid to perform on demand isn’t isolated to professional sports and neither is the importance of availability, reliability, and capability. Let’s talk about that!When we’re done with this one you might consider whether you’re training like an athlete or just fitnessing. If you want to see what a job specific human performance program looks like, head over to IEPSpeedandpower.com. Built around the foundations of the Tier Training System, this program is for Tactical Athletes looking to improve speed & power while maintaining strength and capacity for optimal job-readiness and on-demand performance. Get 20% Off that program by using code TRAINSMART20.Take The Free IEP Assessment: https://iep-assessment.com/Behind The Mic:Scott HowellJake LabhartAaron DuggerJacob HeppnerIEP Programs:◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/Download In Extremis Performance Free Guides:◼️https://iep-guides.com/Follow IEP:◼️Website - https://inextremisperformance.com/◼️Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inextperformance/

Aug 12, 2024 • 39min
#161: Mastering BFR Training: What It Is, How It Works, & How To Use It For Recovery, Rehab & Fitness
In today's episode, I sit down with CeCe to talk about Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training.BFR has become a powerful tool for recovery and performance enhancement across rehabilitation, fitness, sports, and more. We break down its origins, explain how it works, and share practical tips on how you can start using BFR to boost your performance and speed up recovery.25% OFF! Red Dot Fitness Programs: rdfprograms.comRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Timestamps:00:00 Intro05:04 BFR Training09:00 Applying BFR13:05 Rehabilitation with BFR20:22 The Science Behind BFR25:58 BFR Recovery34:11 ConsiderationsConnect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

Aug 7, 2024 • 39min
IEP8: The Past, Present & Future of In Extremis Performance
Take The Free IEP Assessment: https://iep-assessment.com/Behind The Mic:Scott HowellJake LabhartIEP Programs:◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/Download The In Extremis Performance Free Guide:◼️https://iep-guides.com/Follow IEP:◼️Website - https://inextremisperformance.com/◼️Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inextperformance/

Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 18min
#160: Youth Training, Physical Therapy, Strength And Conditioning With Coach Ryan Reyes
Welcome back to the Iron Sights Podcast! Today, we're here with Ryan Reyes, our good friend and experienced strength and conditioning coach.Ryan has been a key component to Red Dot Fitness, playing a fundamental role in developing our programs and guides. In this episode, we dive into Ryan's background, his present as a strength and conditioning coach, and his work with youth and college athletes.Plus, Ryan shares valuable advice for parents of young athletes.Enjoy this episode with Ryan Reyes!25% OFF! Red Dot Fitness Programs: rdfprograms.comRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Timestamps:00:00 Intro04:42 Ryan's Background13:16 Reality Of Physical Therapy24:13 Strength And Conditioning Coaching31:37 Assistant Coach At Fresno's State42:45 Injury Rates45:45 The Best Ability Is Availability50:53 Prepping The Youth To Be Athletes55:44 Social Media59:54 Ryan's Advice For Athlete's Parents01:11:01 Ryan's Future In Strength And Conditioning Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

Aug 2, 2024 • 2h 4min
#128 After Dark - Effective Fitness Combatives: The BJJ Argument For Law Enforcement Officers With Jay Wadsworth
In today's episode, I sit down with Jay Wadsworth to discuss combatives for law enforcement officers.With a background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Jay shares his training experience and how he has been integrating a combination of combatives and effective verbal de-escalation strategies within the law enforcement community. We also talk business, particulary how EFC is setting the new standard for combative training for law enforcement officers. Enjoy today's episode with Jay Wadsworth!Episode Sponsor:BioProtein Technology: https://bioproteintech.com/For $30 off your order use code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout.BioPro+ can potentially help to improve balance hormones, increase sex drive, improves insulin sensitivity, and produce increases of mitochondria and nucleic acids to create a total system modulator. BioPro+ regulates, rebuilds, and regenerates at the cellular level to help you look, feel, and perform your best.Episode Sponsor:SLNT: https://slnt.com/pages/ironsightsUse the code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout for an exclusive discountTimestamps:00:00 Intro05:57 EFT And EFC07:36 Jay's Background14:10 BJJ for Police Training22:55 Verbal De-Escalation34:24 Control, Size And Strength In BJJ54:40 Jay's Students01:09:56 Pressure Testing01:22:50 Integrating Tactics Into BJJ01:27:36 Training Evolution For Cops01:36:47 Mastering Your Fight Strategy01:41:42 EFC Company01:54:48 Find Out More About Jay And EFCRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

Jul 31, 2024 • 51min
IEP7: In Extremis Performance In-Person Courses & Fitness Programming
In this episode Jake Labhart and I bridge the perceived gap in understanding between the @inextperformance Human Performance and Shooting Course offerings IEP provides federal and municipal agencies.Jake and I help with some frequently asked questions and outline exactly what’s going on with the continued growth of the company.Take The Free IEP Assessment: https://iep-assessment.com/Behind The Mic:Scott HowellJake LabhartIEP Programs:◼️Strength Program: https://iepstrength.com/◼️Speed & Power Program: https://iepspeedandpower.com/◼️Capacity Program: https://iepcapacity.com/◼️Performance Track: https://iepperformance.com/Download The In Extremis Performance Free Guide:◼️https://iep-guides.com/Follow IEP:◼️Website - https://inextremisperformance.com/◼️Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inextperformance/

Jul 29, 2024 • 47min
#159: Q&A - Breaking Weight-Loss Plateaus, Sled Training Benefits, Training Effectively Around Shift Work & More
Welcome to Iron Sights! Our producer fielded your questions from Instagram and YouTube so that we could answer them all live on the show. 25% OFF! Red Dot Fitness Programs: rdfprograms.comRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Timestamps00:00 Intro01:02 Sled Training Benefits Explained10:33 Shift Work: Meals, Sleep, Exercise21:54 Fitness for My Girlfriend34:12 Barbell vs Dumbbell Bench38:14 How To Break Weight Loss PlateausConnect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/