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It’s your turn: Surviving and Thriving while Fulfilling your Deployment Requirement in the US Military

Staying Calm Under Pressure: Science-Backed Strategies for Athletes and Performers
High performers know that skill alone isn’t enough if you can’t access it in high-stakes moments. The training is there. The preparation is done, however, in critical moments or under pressure, the body doesn’t always respond the way you practiced.

Top 5 Common Injuries Among Tactical Athletes and How to Prevent Them
Tactical athletes, such as firefighters, law enforcement, military personnel, and emergency medical responders perform in high-stress, physically intense environments where the risk of injury is constant.

Positional vs. Peer Authority: Getting your Team to “Buy-In” to the Mission
Anyone who has been in charge of a team knows the challenge - How do you get the majority of the team to support or, “buy-in” to the mission?
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Strong Hips, Less Pain: Connecting Hip Strength to Chronic Low Back Issues
Low back pain is something that affects up to 80% of the adult population. It is the second most common reason for medical consults.
In the Media
Pueblo (CO) Police Department to Embed Human Performance Specialist
Beginning in May of 2025, the Pueblo Police Department (PPD) will expand their comprehensive wellness program to address career longevity and occupational performance.
O2X VI Performance Provides Expanded Human Performance Solutions for Military and Law Enforcement Communities
Valletta Industries and O2X Human Performance, both veteran-owned companies led by former Navy SEALs, have announced the strategic formulation of O2X VI Performance, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certified joint venture that will deliver comprehensive readiness and performance programs to military and federal agencies.

The Faith Fight Finish Foundation to Provide Resources for Tarrant County (TX) Officer Health and Wellness
Beginning in May of 2025, the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office will launch a groundbreaking human performance initiative designed to support officer wellbeing and optimize readiness.

Strength Beyond Service: Mind-Body Training Empowers San Antonio Veterans and First Responders
On March 11th & 12th, San Antonio-based veterans and first responders will participate in a training and education workshop focused on mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

U.S. Figure Skating Expands Sport Psychology and Mental Performance Initiatives Through Partnership with O2X Human Performance
As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting its athletes, coaches and families, U.S. Figure Skating has partnered with O2X Human Performance (O2X) to provide comprehensive resilience and mental performance training across all levels of the sport.

San Francisco (CA) Police Department to Embed Human Performance Specialists
Beginning in January of 2025, the San Francisco (CA) Police Department will expand their comprehensive wellness program to address career longevity and occupational performance.
O2X Podcast
An inside look at the tactical population as told by those who serve our country and communities.

113.) Will Gervin | Captain on Virginia Beach Police Department
Will Gervin is a 22 year veteran of the law enforcement community and currently serves as a Captain on Virginia Beach Police Department.

112.) Marlon Moraes | UFC Bantamweight Title Challenger + Coral Springs (FL) Police Officer
Marlon Moraes is a UFC veteran and a law enforcement officer with Coral Springs (FL) Police Department.
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111.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 4 | U.S. Navy's Electronic Attack Wing U.S. Pacific Fleet
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network, engaging in insightful conversations with senior leaders across the tactical population.

110.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 3 | U.S. Army Reserve 81st Readiness Division
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network, engaging in insightful conversations with senior leaders across the tactical population.

109.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 2 | Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Training Academy
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network, engaging in insightful conversations with senior leaders across the tactical population.

108.) 'The Readiness Brief' - Part 1 | D.C. Fire & EMS
Welcome to "The Readiness Brief," a limited podcast series hosted by The O2X Podcast, designed to explore the critical importance of readiness within the tactical community. In each episode, we bring to the forefront seasoned members of the O2X Integrated Readiness Platform (IRP) network, engaging in insightful conversations with senior leaders across the tactical population.
107.) Kim Campbell | Air Force Colonel (ret.) + Distinguished Flying Cross Recipient
Kim Campbell is a retired Colonel who served in the Air Force for over 24 years as a fighter pilot and senior military leader. She has flown 1,800 hours in the A-10 Warthog, including more than 100 combat missions protecting troops on the ground in both Iraq and Afghanistan.

106.) Brandon Athey | 5 Keys to Success for Fire Academy Prep
Brandon Athey is an O2X Strength and Conditioning Specialist at Howard County Fire and Rescue. Prior to joining O2X, he was apart of the U.S. Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) Program with the 18th Field Artillery Brigade in Fort Bragg, NC, from 2021-2023.

The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: 105 – Jason France
Jason France is a retired Command Chief Master Sergeant with over thirty-one years of dedicated service in the United States Air Force. -A proven leader with extensive experience across the Department of Defense, he has led and mentored service members ...

The O2X Tactical Performance Podcast: 104 – Stephanie Simon
Stephanie Simon is a 2024 Olympic Trials Boxing Champion, 4x Elite National Boxing Champion, 3x National Collegiate Boxing Champion, and United States Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Famer. -After graduating Evergreen High School in 2012 as an All-American wrestler and ...