Most of the best conditioned people in the world are Navy SEALS. Their training is legendary and it has to be since their life depends on being better than the other guy. The surprising thing is while their work capacity far exceeds what we do or need, they use the same types of basic training that can get the rest of us in top shape for whatever we do in our lives. Here is a solid strength routine:
This is part of a series of short training videos put out by the US Navy. Take a look at “Core” and “Basics 101″.
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