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Training Under High Stress: Protect Your Recovery

Combat Fitness

Published on: 30/03/2026

Psychological stress raises cortisol and competes with recovery. See how tactical athletes adjust training load to push through high-stress periods safely.

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Shift Work Training for LEO & Military: Stay Ready

Combat Fitness

Published on: 30/03/2026

Shift work wrecks sleep, recovery, and performance. Learn how LEO and military athletes train around rotating shifts to stay operationally ready.

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Conditioning for Older Tactical Athletes: A Guide

Combat Fitness

Published on: 30/03/2026

Smarter conditioning for older tactical athletes: build durability, protect recovery, and extend performance with aerobic work, Zone 2, and load management.

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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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