Ep 497: AFSW Pipeline Cheat Codes

Forget the Instagram highlight reels—Peaches and Aaron are dropping the unfiltered, step-by-step hacks to survive the Air Force Special Warfare pipeline without becoming another quit statistic. This isn’t “drink more water” fluff; it’s the down-and-dirty, why-your-shins-are-dying, how-to-not-faceplant-on-the-IFT kind of episode. From running until you hate life, to fueling like a machine, to training until your friends think you’ve joined a cult, they break down exactly how to build durability, crush run times, and show up already dangerous. Plus, a SIG P320 scandal, why OTS Nashville is about to sell out, and how to tell if you’re lying to yourself about being “ready.”

🔥 Key Takeaways:

Time on feet under load is non-negotiable—expect 20+ miles a day in the pipeline.
Fast runners graduate more. Period. Sub-7:00 mile pace or bust.
The IFT is designed to break you—train it in order, twice, back-to-back.
Fuel like an athlete, not a fitness influencer—protein, carbs, color.
Hydration isn’t optional—aim for a gallon a day, minimum.
Obsession is the entry fee—if your social life isn’t taking a hit, you’re not serious.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – The “attributes-based” selection model explained
02:30 – Why Nashville OTS is about to sell out
06:10 – SIG P320 drama and why OSI is involved
09:00 – Time on feet: the silent career killer
14:50 – Pipeline culture: why you run everywhere
19:00 – Why 10,000 steps is for sick old people, not you
23:00 – The single metric that predicts graduation rates
28:00 – Fartlek runs and other speed-building hacks
33:00 – Fueling like a pro (and eating cookies at midnight)
38:00 – How to actually hydrate for performance
41:50 – The right (and wrong) way to train the IFT
47:30 – Why back-to-back IFTs are the ultimate readiness test
53:00 – The brutal truth about OTS pass rates
57:40 – Obsession: the only mindset that works
01:01:00 – Wrapping it up: why the mental game is still king

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