From Five to 500: A Journey of Recovery and Strength with Tommy Richardson

In this episode, we're joined by Tommy Richardson, a former USMC Infantryman and Navy SEAL with a combined 26 years of service. Tommy is a Guest Contributing Writer at Westside and is passionate about shedding light on Louie Simmons' methods for both those active in the U.S. military and those seeking enlistment. Tommy is also the CEO of Divine Savagery, consulting firm that trains the characteristics of shoot, move, and communicate in order to effectively prepare an individual, group, team, or organization for success in all areas of action, business, and life. We cover Tommy's military career, strength requirements for & the evolution of strength training in the military and his recovery from brain surgery, going from pressing 5lbs dumbbells to benching 500lbs a year later. Key Points: - The importance of listening and adapting training methods to individual needs, especially in a military context. - The evolution of military training, highlighting advancements in fitness protocols and a more personalized approach to wellness. - Tommy shares his personal experience of recovery from brain surgery, illustrating the significance of mental resilience and goal-setting. Check out Tommy's articles on our blog Follow Tommy: LinkedIn: TD Richardson Follow Westside Barbell: Website: Westside Barbell Instagram: @westsidebarbellofficial Facebook: @westsidebarbellofficial Twitter: @westsidebarbell Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: Studio Sponsor: Dollamur Sport Surfaces CLMS Conjugate Tactical The Conjugate Club

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From Five to 500: A Journey of Recovery and Strength with Tommy Richardson is an episode from Westside Barbell by Westside Barbell.

This episode is 72:16 long.

This episode was published on Sep 27, 2024.

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