Fit as a Navy Seal – Interview with Mark Devine former Navy Seal Command, Founder of Sealfit & Best Selling Author

‘It’s about the ability to keep going even when the suffering sets in, you get comfortable with being uncomfortable’   Fredrik, Ivan and Charlie are talking with former Navy Seal command, Founder of Sealfit and best-selling author Mark Devine.   As someone who understands exactly what it takes to push yourself physically, mentally and emotionally to the extremes Mark shares some great advice and experiences in this episode. Its ultimately not about going it alone but being part of a team, being authentic and being the best, you can be every day – for yourself and in service to others.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Sealfit Sealfit is a training and mindset regime designed to help people get physically and emotionally fit at a level appropriate to operate as a navy seal You can’t get through the hardest situations alone you need to work as part of a team. The more prepared and stronger your body the more you are in control of your emotions. The physical preparation supports emotional and mental strength. Sealfit domains; -Strength -Stamina -Cross fit – short bursts of intensive work -Endurance -Durability The physical, emotional and mental are all intertwined as part of the experience and we use a range of tactics to evoke mental challenge and develop thinking In the moment of choice, the individual has the opportunity to get stronger. Most people are prone to action and recovery can be perceived as non-action. You ned to reset your thinking to understand that recovery is a vital part of the process. Work without recovery will be detrimental to your physical performance. Mastery Mastery of yourself requires time, energy, focus, mental power, emotional awareness and money. You work every day to improve yourself whilst simultaneously working in service to others When you achieve mastery of yourself you are powerful and strong in your service of others Staring down the wolf  The book is written for leaders because no matter how effective we think we are it’s our emotional baggage that blocks us from elite-level performance in the team. There are 7 commitments needed for a team to flourish Courage, Trust, Respect, Growth, Excellence, Resilience, Alignment. It’s vital we cultivate authenticity, take off the masks and stop pretending to be perfect so everyone can grow and develop as part of the team. We need to develop past ego and be open to the things we share. It’s vital to work to bring out the best in ourselves and our teams every day   BEST MOMENTS ‘Anyone who undertakes  seal training is physically fit and theoretically capable of completing it’ ‘If you try to serve others and are not prepared then it is often the service to others that fails’ ‘You have to be open in your communication and able to accept criticism of your performance’   VALUABLE RESOURCES  Invest In You Podcast Trust is the New Currency book by Sheila Holt & Fredrik Sandvall Unbeatable Mind website Sealfit website Mark Devine website Unbeatable Mind book by Mark Divine 8 Weeks. to Sealfit book by Mark Devine  London Event - How to Make Money as a Teenager: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/how-to-make-money-as-a-teenager-1-day-business-education-for-younger-people-tickets-93145844729   ABOUT THE HOST Serial entrepreneur Fredrik Sandvall loves sharing ideas and interviewing world-class entrepreneurs and influencers. Invest in You is about investments, entrepreneurs, personal development and doing fun things. He hopes to ensure you take action, helping others and yourself, plus enjoy the journey we call life.   CONTACT METHOD Contact Fredrik Sandvall – Invest in You  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandvall/?originalSubdomain=uk  https://sandvallinvest.com/  https://www.facebook.com/FredrikinLondon https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/investing-skills/id1445899547?mt=2    Contact Charlie Sandvall  Charlie Sandvall LinkedIn    Contact Ivan Sandvall Ivan Sandvall Instagram