Originally Posted by
rickair7777
Not all mental. SOF operators maintain a high level of cardio and strength performance by working both very hard. They are typically stronger pound-for-pound than a gym-rat who focuses on muscle mass, but slower than a pure-endurance athlete who doesn't carry any extra weight. It's a constant tug-of-war between strength and cardio, slack off on one and you'll know it fast. You must have a natural endurance ability as a basis for that sort of regimen..anybody can build strength with diet and weights.
That's what I mean. They aren't "muscle-bound" like hollywood depicts, their physical appearance might even shock some that think they know but have never interacted. But with a good balance between the two, the rest is the mental toughness and conditioning. Even in a gym you can choose to be balanced in your fitness, it's just that many choose not to.