EPISODE 189

Feeding the Machine:

Range Nutrition for Tactical Athletes

 

Jul 15, 2025 | Podcast

a clip from the movie Clear and Present Danger, the search team locates where the sniper ate his lunch. They hold up a wrapper from a fast food resturant.

You train like a pro, shoot like a pro—so why fuel like a rookie? Mike and Jim break down practical, no-BS nutrition tips for high-performance days at the range or on duty for the night shift. Whether you’re running drills in full kit, qualifying on a tight schedule, or sneaking in a range session on your day off, what you eat (and drink) matters.

From no-fridge no-microwave hacks to high-protein gas station snacks, we’ll walk you through how to keep your edge when the sun’s beating down and there’s no fridge in sight. If your job demands readiness, your nutrition should match.

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