Rest Day
Received by email from Gord (Canadian Forces)
The Canadian Forces Close Protection program is made up of highly motivated and physically fit soldiers working together in small teams to provide security for VIPs in a high threat environment. The course is challenging and many don’t even complete the selection. Being at peak physical condition allows candidates to perform better and think clearer when in stressful situations compared to those who are just trying to keep up.
I was the PT Instructor for the most recent CP course and the PT program is largely based on CrossFit. Many of the candidates that were selected for the course had some experience with it and the rankings showed who was best prepared. CrossFit is the most effective program for developing fitness and the ability to take on any physical challenge. I trained for my selection and course through CrossFit and had no difficulty with the PT. While deployed to Afghanistan I coached the other team members the same way I trained and they all went home in the best condition of their lives.
I recommend that anyone trying to achieve new levels of fitness go to CrossFit Colosseum. The facility is set up with the right equipment and an incredible amount of open space. The staff can help you learn the techniques properly and safely so you don’t waste time or risk injury. Don’t underestimate the value of competitive training with other motivated people, I found this to be the key difference between average and exceptional progress.