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Active Recovery Days: The Most Underrated Tool in Your Training Arsenal
Everywhere you look, the fitness industry glorifies going harder. Grind. Hustle. No days off. While that mindset might fuel short-term...
darkhorseathlete36
6 days ago5 min read


Strength Training for Tactical Athletes: Maximal vs. Functional Strength
Strength training is a non-negotiable for military personnel, law enforcement officers, and firefighters. Yet, there’s a massive...
darkhorseathlete36
Mar 148 min read


Your Gear Won’t Save You—Fix Your Fitness First
In the tactical and hybrid athlete communities, there’s a dangerous misconception—that the latest high-tech gear, supplements, and...
Justin Biays
Feb 147 min read


Turning Setbacks into Strength: How Athletes Can Rebuild After Physical Adversity
Setbacks are inevitable in an athlete’s journey. Injuries, poor performance, or unexpected obstacles can derail progress and shake...
darkhorseathlete36
Feb 78 min read

GOAL SETTING IN 2025
Setting goals is the backbone of success in fitness, tactical performance, and life. But let’s be real: most people suck at it. They...
darkhorseathlete36
Jan 36 min read


Why You’re Not Getting Better
Let’s get one thing straight: If you’re not seeing results, it’s not because the universe is conspiring against you. It’s not because you...
darkhorseathlete36
Dec 12, 202410 min read

Optimizing Sleep for Athletic Recovery and Performance: The Most Overlooked Performance Enhancer.
In the pursuit of peak athletic performance, recovery tools such as supplements, foam rollers, and ice baths often dominate the...
darkhorseathlete36
Dec 6, 20247 min read


JUST GETTING STARTED ON DHA HYBRID ATHLETE?
Welcome to a new training cycle! As your coach, I'm here to guide you through this journey, whether you're a seasoned athlete or just...
darkhorseathlete36
Jun 5, 20245 min read

My Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Journey Update
Yesterday I earned a blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, for me, this journey has been about so much more than just advancing to a new...
Justin Biays
Apr 22, 20241 min read
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