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Training as You Age: Load Adjustments for Tactical Athletes

Combat Fitness

Published on: 30/03/2026

Train smarter as you age: adjust training volume, intensity, and recovery so tactical athletes over 40 keep performing and stay injury-free.

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Durability in Aging Tactical Populations (Complete Guide)

Combat Fitness

Published on: 30/03/2026

Learn how aging affects durability in tactical athletes and how to build physical resilience, reduce injury risk, and sustain long-term performance.

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Fitness for Dads: Why a Dad Bod Is a Family Liability

Combat Fitness

Published on: 06/02/2026

Fitness for dads isn't about abs. It's carrying a sleeping 40lb kid upstairs, moving furniture, and playing hard for an hour. Build real-world strength.

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Durability Debt: Train Hard Without Breaking Down

Combat Fitness

Published on: 22/01/2026

Durability debt builds when training stress outpaces recovery. See the warning signs and the proven way tactical athletes pay it down and stay durable.

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