Special Operations Forces (SOF) Prep Programs

Train to Get Selected

If you’re preparing for Special Operations or military selection, you need more than random workouts—you need a proven plan.

Built by Kevin Smith, a former U.S. Army Green Beret with 12 years of service, these programs have helped hundreds of SOF candidates and active-duty operators develop the strength, endurance, and resilience required to succeed.

Choose any one or multiple programs that fit your needs:

Selection Prep

  • Ruck | Run | Lift Program — A ‘choose your own adventure’ program ideal for any ruck-based selection including SFAS, RASP, MARSOC A&S, Delta Force/SMU A&S.
  • SFAS Training Program — The OG SFAS prep program, specific to US Army Special Forces Assessment & Selection

Hybrid

  • Jacked Gazelle 3.0 — The next-evolution hybrid program that blends lifting, running, rucking, and athletic work to build a resilient, well-rounded performer.
  • Jacked Gazelle 2.0 — Hypertrophy/strength biased lifting, run & ruck based conditioning program with general athleticism (power/strongman/metcon) mixed in
  • Jacked Gazelle Hybrid Program — Powerlifting biased hybrid program geared towards building strength in the squat, bench and deadlift, as well as improving conditioning

Running

  • 2-Mile & 5-Mile Running Program — Master timed-run pacing and efficiency with some strength components to be a well rounded athlete
  • Run Advanced (NEW) - Further enhance run speed. Higher run volume, more advanced quality runs. Strength training included! (Pre-req: Post 2&5 mile or currently @ 20+ MPW)

Optimize Recovery (complement any program)

  • SOF Selection Prep Recovery Guide (E-book) — Recovery strategies to train harder, longer

 

Why these programs work

Each plan is designed for tactical athletes who want to:

  • Build elite-level conditioning and durability
  • Balance strength, endurance, and recovery
  • Enter selection confident, capable, and ready
  • Train with purpose—not guesswork

Get the structure, experience, and edge you need to earn your spot and get selected.