Episode 121: Navy SEAL BUDs Training & Hell Week – Conor Donahue
Release Date: 10/01/2024
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Navy SEAL BUDs Training & Hell Week – Conor Donahue
Summary
In this episode, Don Hooton interviews Conor Donahue, a former Navy SEAL, about his experience and the training required to become an elite soldier. They discuss the physical and mental challenges of SEAL training, the importance of teamwork and not quitting, and the role of nutrition and supplements in maintaining peak performance. Conor shares advice for young people interested in joining the military and emphasizes the importance of following one's calling, embracing failure, and finding joy and peace in one's pursuits.
Takeaways
· Becoming a Navy SEAL requires intense physical and mental training, including a six-month selection course called BUD/S (Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training).
· The training is designed to push individuals to their limits and test their heart, will, and ability to work as a team.
· Nutrition and supplements play a crucial role in maintaining peak performance during training and deployment.
· Following one's calling, embracing failure, and finding joy and peace in one's pursuits are key to success in any challenging endeavor.
· The training and mindset developed as a Navy SEAL can be applied to life post-military, including in family, work, and personal goals.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Gratitude for Service
02:00 The Calling to Serve in the Military
04:13 BUD/S: Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training
06:43 Hell Week: The Ultimate Test
09:05 Physical Fitness and Nutrition in SEAL Training
12:01 Mental Preparation and Overcoming Challenges
15:08 Lessons Learned and Application in Life
23:04 Supplements and Medication in SEAL Training
27:12 Advice for Young People Interested in the Military
31:47 Fun Questions: Daily Routine, Best Class, and Aliens
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