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What really happens to men after combat? In this explosive episode of TARGETED Podcast, host Atlas Aultman sits down with a former Air Force Security Forces veteran, turned Blackwater contractor, turned Author to break down the realities of Iraq, combat adrenaline, military culture, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), veteran suicide, purpose after service, and the dangerous world of private military contracting. This is not Hollywood. This is no-political view. This is the raw truth from men who lived it. The conversation dives deep into: Blackwater operations in Ira. Combat psychology & tunnel vision. Why veterans are hard on each other. PTSD myths vs reality. The Tim Kennedy controversy. Purpose after the military. Veteran suicide & mental health. Masculinity in modern society. Why society misunderstands warriors. Life after combat deployments. If you’re interested in military stories, leadership, masculinity, self-improvement, veteran culture, special operations, combat psychology, or raw conversations about purpose and identity — this episode is for you. Subscribe to TARGETED Podcast for conversations with military leaders, world champions, entrepreneurs, authors, and men who have overcome impossible odds. #TargetedPodcast #Blackwater #MilitaryPodcast #Veterans #PTSD #Combat #Masculinity #Leadership #AtlasAultman #IraqWar #SpecialOperations #SelfImprovement LINKS: Get Morgan's book: https://a.co/d/0blkaQkJ Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1 All SOCIALS = @Blackwaterdude1 SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with Morgan Lorett—Air Force veteran, Blackwater contractor, Army intelligence officer, and author of Guns, Girls, and Greed. This is not Hollywood, this time. This is the unfiltered reality of war, private military contracting, and the mindset required to survive it filmed in World War Studio, Arizona. If you’re a man 25–39 chasing purpose, strength, and clarity—this episode hits hard. We break down: What it’s actually like joining Blackwater with zero preparation Flying into Baghdad under real threat (combat landings, no brief) The truth about Route Irish and life in Iraq First encounters with death—and how it changes you forever The reality of money, greed, and chasing opportunity in war zones Brotherhood, dark humor, and surviving extreme environments The transition home—and why it’s harder than deployment Alcohol, recovery, and rebuilding discipline Morgan shares: How he went from Air Force to Blackwater contractor overnight Why most people misunderstand private military contractors What happens when your identity becomes “the mission” Why writing his book was necessary to tell the real story This episode is for men who: Respect warriors, operators, and high-risk professions Want truth—not filtered narratives Are building mental toughness and discipline ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Inside Blackwater (No Brief, No Rules) 01:30 – First Flight Into Baghdad (Combat Landing) 5:45 – Route Irish: The Most Dangerous Road 7:20 – How He Got Recruited Into Blackwater 13:10 – War Reality vs Hollywood 16:40 – First Experience With Death 18:00 – Mental Impact of Combat 21:15 – Alcohol, Discipline & Recovery 23:20 – Why He Wrote Guns, Girls, and Greed 26:10 – The Truth About Mercenaries 27:30 – War, Brotherhood & Humor 28:00 – Transitioning Back to Normal Life 🔑 KEYWORDS: blackwater contractor blackwater Iraq private military contractor war stories podcast Iraq war experience combat mindset veteran podcast military transition mental toughness men special operations mindset war documentary podcast guns girls and greed Morgan Lorette interview targeted podcast Atlas Aultman. LINKS: Get his book: https://a.co/d/0ecJ5G4P Linktr.ee@blackwaterdude1 All SOCIALS HANDLE @Blackwaterdude1 SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: email win@leaders-kit.com Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

What does it actually take to become a champion when fear, doubt, and pressure hit at the highest level? PBR champion Jaxton Mortensen breaks down the mindset, discipline, and real-life sacrifices behind winning. This episode of Targeted Podcast features professional bull rider and PBR champion Jaxton Mortensen, a man who lives in one of the most dangerous sports on earth—and still chooses to step into the arena. In this episode, we break down: - How champions overcome fear and self-doubt - The “searing inferno” mindset shift that changed everything - What it’s like competing against the best in the world - Brotherhood, competition, and learning from legends - Why success gets harder the closer you get to it - The truth about winning, losing, and rebuilding after injury - Faith, discipline, and controlling your thoughts daily Jackson shares what it’s like to: - Win at the highest level of PBR (Professional Bull Riders) - Compete alongside world champions - Get cut, rebuild, and come back stronger - Balance family, fatherhood, and elite competition This isn’t motivation. This is how champions actually think and operate. If you want to win in business, fitness, life, or leadership—this episode gives you the mindset to execute. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 1 – What Makes a Champion Different 2 – Jaxton Mortensen’s Breakthrough Moment 3 – Defeating Fear & Negative Thoughts 4 – The “Searing Inferno” Mindset 5 – Competing at the Highest Level (PBR) 6 – Learning From World Champions 7 – Brotherhood vs Competition 8 – Getting Cut, Injuries & Comebacks 9 – Life as a Young Champion & Father 10 – The Truth About Winning 11 – Craziest Stories from Bull Riding 12 – Advice for Men Who Want to Win LINKS: https://www.instagram.com/jaxtonmortensen https://www.pbr.com/athletes/riders/profile/3811615/JaxtonMortensen 🔑 KEYWORDS: professional bull rider PBR champion bull riding podcast champion mindset mental toughness men how to overcome fear high performance mindset masculinity and discipline elite athletes mindset combat sports mindset dangerous sports documentary self-improvement for men targeted podcast Atlas Aultman winning mentality men SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET. If you’re a man between 25–39 chasing excellence, this is not theory. This is real-world championship mindset under pressure.

What happens in your mind when fear hits—and you only have 8 seconds to win or lose? Professional bull rider Jaxton Mortensen breaks down the 90% mental game behind one of the most dangerous sports in the world. Welcome back to Targeted Podcast, hosted by former military commander and bestselling author Atlas Aultman. In this episode, we sit down with professional bull rider Jaxton Mortensen, a multi-time winner, new father, and elite competitor who lives life 8 seconds at a time for a living. From riding his first bulls as a kid to competing at the highest levels, Jaxton reveals what it really takes to step into fear and perform anyway. This is not just about bull riding. This is about mental toughness, discipline, and controlling fear under pressure. Inside this episode: Why bull riding is 90% mental How elite performers shut down fear instantly The “inferno mindset” that blocks doubt and hesitation Breathing techniques that prevent blackout under stress What tunnel vision feels like in life-or-death moments Lessons from growing up with a professional bull rider father The mindset shift that turns fear into performance Whether you're into fitness, self-improvement, combat mindset, or leadership, this episode will challenge how you think about pressure, fear, and execution. If you want to become more focused, more disciplined, and more dangerous in your thinking—this is for you. ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome to Targeted Podcast 00:15 Meet Pro Bull Rider Jaxston Mortensen 01:16 The Truth Behind 8-Second Rides 04:10 Why Bull Riding is 90% Mental 04:37 Controlling Fear Before It Takes Over 05:13 “Seering Inferno Mindset” Explained 06:50 Breathing Under Extreme Stress 08:20 Tunnel Vision & High-Pressure Moments 09:08 Facing Dangerous Bulls (Real Stories) 10:01 Death before Dishonor 11:24 Prepping Like a Pro Bull Rider ( @redbull + check gear + rosin + touch and go) 15:35 How Pro Bull Riders Train 19:03 Fatherhood & Responsibility 19:24 Lessons from His Dad (Turning Point Story) 22:57 Milkman, the bull no one could ride until he met the Mortensen's 25:46 Show closer, Special Offers from BuckedUp.com AND Note to Entrepreneurs SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: win@leaders-kit.com Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. As always - Aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

A decorated war hero is now facing life in prison. What happens when society turns on the very men who fought for it? In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman breaks down the controversial case of Ben Roberts-Smith, one of Australia’s most decorated war heroes, now facing serious war crime allegations. But this episode goes deeper than headlines. This is about something bigger: The shift in how society views warriors The truth about war, leadership, and split-second decisions Why modern culture is losing respect for strength, sacrifice, and masculinity What this means for the future of men, military service, and leadership Atlas brings real-world perspective from his own military experience, to include his personal experiences in Afghanistan, to explain what civilians don’t understand: War is not clean. Decisions are not slow. And consequences don’t wait. If you’re a man who believes in: Service Sacrifice Strength Discipline Accountability Brotherhood Then this conversation matters. Because what happens to warriors today… shapes what men become tomorrow. 🧠 WE ALSO INVITE YOU TO SUBSCRIBE: This isn’t entertainment. This is perspective you won’t get anywhere else. Targeted Podcast brings: Real leaders Real Champions Real warriors Real Celebrities and always: Real conversations for men with discipline, drive, and purpose Subscribe if you’re done with soft content and ready for truth. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: War Hero Arrested 00:34 – Who Is Ben Roberts-Smith? 01:23 – The Victoria Cross & Military Honor 04:45 – War Crimes Explained (History & Reality) 05:48 – The Fog of War & Split-Second Decisions 08:29 - Characteristics of Special Operations Members 12:33 – Vietnam, Media, and Public Perception (Lt Calley) 14:49 - An acquitted SEAL (Eddie Gallagher) 16:51– Australia and UK are going after their warriors 19:34 - Atlas explains why this hits close for him 21:57 - Testimony of Vietnam vets getting spit on 22:17 - How the world is looking at those who went to war today 23:20 – What This Means for Men Today - Homeless prove that nobody cares about veterans like they used to 25:10 – Final Thoughts: Truth vs Narrative 28:11 - Show close, thank you, subscription ask, and offer for entreprenuers to gain spotlight/work with Targeted-Podcast and Atlas Aultman LINKS: Sign the petition for Ben Roberts-Smith: drewpavlou.com.au/brs SPECIAL OFFERS FOR OUR LISTENERS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

Most men are soft, distracted, and unprepared. This episode shows you how to build strength, discipline, and a presence that commands respect. 📈 FULL DESCRIPTION: What does it actually mean to become a dangerous, disciplined, capable man? In this episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with strength coach and performance expert Randy Hill to break down what it takes to build a “human weapon” mindset—physically, mentally, and financially. This is not motivation. This is reality. You’ll learn: Why strength training is the foundation of masculinity How your physical presence changes your life, income, and influence The truth about self-defense, firearms, and real-world preparedness Why most men fail financially—and how to fix it The role of discipline, faith, and integrity in becoming a man worth respecting How to build a network that actually creates opportunity The mindset shift that separates leaders from followers If you’re a man who wants more—more strength, more control, more respect—this episode will change how you see yourself. This is for men who refuse to be average. 🧠 WHY YOU SHOULD LISTEN: If you’ve ever felt like you’re capable of more—but haven’t unlocked it yet—this is the blueprint. This episode connects fitness, mindset, money, and masculinity into one path forward. ⏱️ CHAPTERS – Intro: What is a “Human Weapon”? – Strength vs Skill: What Matters More – Command Presence & First Impressions – Tattoos, Identity & Culture Shift – Masculinity, Society & Modern Men – The Information War (Mindset Control) – Integrity & Speaking Truth as a Man – What Real Preparation Looks Like – Where Young Men Should Start – Why Fitness Changes Everything – Money, Risk & Building Wealth – Networking & Opportunity Creation – Final Advice: Stop Quitting Early LINKS: https://highriskfitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/highriskfitnesshq/ SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

Most men don’t fail because they lack effort. They fail because they’re training wrong. In this episode, elite coach and Marine veteran Randy Hill (@highriskfitness on YouTube) breaks down how to build real strength, combat readiness, and a mindset that makes you dangerous in the right ways. This episode of Targeted Podcast dives into what it actually takes to become a capable, disciplined, and physically dominant man in today’s world. Randy Hill, a Marine veteran and coach to Special Operations and pro athletes, explains the difference between fake strength and real performance, why most men stay weak, and how identity—not motivation—is the real driver of transformation. You’ll hear how elite performers train, how to balance strength and conditioning, and why most modern fitness advice is leaving men behind. This is not theory—it’s a blueprint built from combat, sport, and real-world application. ⚔️ WHY YOU SHOULD LISTEN If you’ve ever felt like: You’re working hard but not getting results You’re “in shape” but not capable You want to be stronger, sharper, and more dangerous (in the right way) This episode gives you the framework and mindset shift to fix it. Randy doesn’t just talk about lifting weights—he shows you how to: Build a body that performs under pressure Train like someone whose life depends on it Shift your identity so discipline becomes automatic This is for men who are done guessing and ready to operate with purpose. 🚀 DESCRIPTION Welcome back to Targeted Podcast with Atlas Aultman—where real-world experience meets actionable leadership, mindset, and performance. In this episode, Atlas sits down with Randy Hill, Marine Corps veteran and elite performance coach who trains Special Operations forces and professional athletes. Together, they break down the truth about modern fitness, combat readiness, and why most men today are falling behind. Randy shares how he went from a 165 lb insecure Marine to a high-performance coach working at the highest levels—and what men must do to build strength that actually translates to real life. This episode covers: The difference between gym strength vs real-world strength Why most training programs fail men long-term How to build combat-ready conditioning and power The mindset shift from motivation → identity Why discipline alone isn’t enough (and what actually works) Self-defense, firearms training, and responsibility as a man How to become a protector, provider, and capable leader If you’re a man between 25–39 looking to level up physically, mentally, and tactically—this episode will change how you train and how you think. 🎯 This is not fitness. This is capability. LINKS: / highriskfitnesshq *RECORDED IN WORLD WAR STUDIO, PHOENIX, ARIZONA - All rights reserved. SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com BUCKED UP Supplements: 20-25%% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collecti... SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

What happens when your neighbor is one of the greatest songwriters of all time? In this powerful solo episode of Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman shares deeply personal lessons learned from his late neighbor, Motown legend Lamont Dozier—a Grammy Award-winning songwriter behind over 100 Top 10 hits and one of the greatest musical minds in history. But this episode isn’t about music. It’s about how to live, create, and lead at a higher level. Drawing from real conversations, handwritten notes, and firsthand mentorship, Atlas breaks down the mindset that built timeless success—and how you can apply it to your life today. Inside this episode: Why perfection is killing your progress How to build the right network (and why it defines your future) The power of writing ideas down and rewiring your brain Why creators must stop overanalyzing and start producing The truth about originality, ownership, and discipline What it really means to be “consumed” with your mission The story behind the iconic song “Stop in the Name of Love” This is more than a tribute—this is a playbook for creators, leaders, and men who want to win in life. 🎯 If you're building something, chasing purpose, or trying to level up—this episode is for you. Enjoy. Your Friend in podcasting, Atlas Aultman LINKS: -His book - "How Sweet It Is: A Songwriter's Reflections on Music, Motown and the Mystery of the Muse" | https://a.co/d/06bclBW0 - Another "behind the song interview, hear it directly from him | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kvV47pshmk -shirt by @roguefitness but there are many like it | check out our MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Join us, or be left out. No matter what your choices - aim for excellence and STAY ON TARGET.

World record strongman Roy Orrantia joins Atlas Aultman on the Targeted Podcast to discuss his 1201 lb axle deadlift world record, elite strongman training, and the mindset required to become Arizona’s Strongest Man. He later became an Arnold Strongman champion a few weeks after recording this episode. In this episode of the Targeted Podcast, host Atlas Aultman — former military commander, bestselling leadership author, and self-development mentor — sits down with world record strongman Roy Orrantia to discuss the discipline, sacrifice, and mindset required to reach elite levels of strength. Roy is a three-time Arizona’s Strongest Man champion and a world record holder in the axle deadlift, pulling an incredible 1201 pounds. But his story goes far deeper than strength. Roy opens up about his battle with schizophrenia, manic episodes, and mental health struggles, and how discipline, faith, and relentless training helped him stay focused on becoming one of the strongest men in the world. This episode explores: • The mindset behind a 1201 lb world record deadlift • What it takes to become Arizona’s Strongest Man • The brutal training required to compete in professional strongman • Living with schizophrenia while competing at an elite level • How discipline and belief turn impossible goals into reality • Why training alone builds the strongest competitors Roy also shares lessons from training with American strongman legend Jerry Pritchett, and how the philosophy of relentless effort helped him break records. If you're pursuing strength, leadership, discipline, or personal transformation, this episode will challenge you to push your limits. Welcome to Targeted — the podcast built for men who refuse to settle. SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: https://atlasaultman.com - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at www.getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast SPONSOR THIS SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Thank you for supporting TARGETED Podcast. Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't story, it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.

Witnessing strength history in real time. In this episode of the Targeted Podcast, Atlas Aultman sits down with professional strongman Roy Orrantia AKA ROY GAINS, days after witnessing a 1200+ pound axle deadlift that could become a new world record in strongman competition. Roy shares the story behind the lift, what it takes to compete at the Arnold Strongman Classic, and the brutal physical and mental discipline required to reach the highest levels of strength sports. This episode goes deep into: Elite strongman training The mindset of world-record athletes The reality of performance enhancement in strength sports The road from obesity to professional strongman How he met his wife Balancing competition, marriage, and mental health Roy is a three-time Arizona’s Strongest Man champion and is preparing for the Arnold ProAm Strongman Competition while chasing an officially recognized world record later this year. If you're a man chasing strength, discipline, and purpose, this episode will hit home. This is Targeted Podcast, welcome. --------- Connect with Roy Orrantia through Instagram at Roy_Gains Pro Strongman Competitor 3x Arizona's Strongest Man Arnold ProAm Competitor Follow roy_gains on Instagram for training updates and other world-record attempts. ------ About Targeted Podcast Hosted by Atlas Aultman — former military commander, bestselling author, and leadership speaker — Targeted Podcast delivers conversations with elite performers, entrepreneurs, veterans, and leaders who push the limits of what is possible. If you're a man between 25–39 who wants to build strength, leadership, discipline, and purpose, you're in the right place. ----- 00:00 Intro – A 1200 LB Deadlift World Record? 01:42 Meet Pro Strongman Roy Orrantia AKA ROY GAINS 02:40 The 1200 Pound Axle Deadlift mindset 03:16 Strongman Competition Rules Explained 04:10 The Last Record lift 04:47 How long does it take to break a world record? 05:11 How do you become a pro strongman 07:05 The Roy Orrantia journey 07:50 From 200 Pounds Overweight to Elite Athlete 09:35 High School Strength Competitions 10:35 Mission break and Discovering Strongman Training 12:00 Roy's meets his wife and a strong relationship begins 14:19 Dangers of abusing drugs and importance of bloodwork 15:15 The Reality of Performance Enhancing Drugs in Strength Sports 18:47 Addiction vs Obsession in Elite Competition 19:35 Life at 325 Pounds of Muscle and sleep 19:49 Mental Health Circadian Rythm and Science in Strength Sports 20:08 Outro – Stay Targeted 21:42 Sponsorship offer, if you are an expert - get noticed as one on our channel ----- SPECIAL OFFERS & SPONSORS: - Targeted MERCH: https://blackeaglecustoms.us/collections/targeted-podcast - FIGHT SCRUB: All-natural disinfectant & soap – 10% off with code FIGHTSCRUBATLAS at getfightscrub.com - BUCKED UP Supplements: 20% off with code ATLAS25 at buckedup.com - Atlas Aultman’s FREE Book: atlasaultman.com - LEADERS-KIT.com: Leadership training, coaching, and seminars to elevate your team or business - SPONSOR A SHOW/GUEST APPLICATIONS: https://calendly.com/atlasaultman Every watch/listen helps us grow, reach more champions, and bring you powerful life and mindset lessons from men who've won already. This isn't just another podcast story; it's REAL-LIFE lessons for our growing community. Until next time, aim for excellence, and STAY ON TARGET.