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You’ve faced battles most men will never understand. But here, we don’t run from adversity — we weaponize it.Welcome to the Battle Harder Podcast: where warriors, veterans, survivors, and leaders learn the tools to turn pain into progress.
In today’s episode, Coach Rob sits down with Tommy Richardson — former Marine, former Navy SEAL, Westside Barbell athlete, author, speaker, and elite-level strength coach.
This conversation is a masterclass on:
🔥 What it actually takes to become relentless– Going through BUD/S at age 30– Surviving hell week– The mindset that refuses to die
🔥 Failing forward & overcoming suicidal darknessTommy opens up about childhood trauma, bullying, and the moment he nearly ended his life — and how faith, discipline, and purpose rebuilt him into the man he is today.
🔥 Masculinity, strength, and becoming a dangerous but controlled man– Why modern men are softer than ever– Why fitness, discipline, and faith matter– Why purpose is the cure for depression– Why fathers MUST be strong for their families
🔥 The real reason veterans struggle after serviceAnd the blueprint men need to navigate identity loss, purpose collapse, and the civilian transition.
🔥 Training, powerlifting, and bulletproofing the bodyTommy breaks down Westside conjugate for longevity, injury-proofing, and optimizing performance into your 40s and 50s.
This episode will hit men in the gut — and give them hope, direction, and a roadmap out of the darkness.
00:00 – Welcome to the Battle Harder Podcast00:22 – Why Tommy Richardson’s Story Matters01:10 – Marines → Navy SEAL: The Path of a Relentless Mindset03:40 – Going Through BUD/S at Age 3006:12 – Hell Week, Injuries & Refusing to Quit08:45 – Brotherhood, Marcus Luttrell & Early Training Days12:30 – Identity, Purpose & Failure as a Ladder to Success15:05 – The Darkest Moment: Suicidal Thoughts at Fourteen17:18 – Trauma, Bullying & the Making of a Warrior20:44 – Leaving the Military & Losing Your Tribe23:10 – Why Veterans Struggle in Civilian Life25:02 – Masculinity, Purpose & Becoming a Dangerous but Controlled Man27:40 – Fitness as Therapy: Why Strong Bodies Build Strong Minds30:55 – Westside Barbell, Conjugate Training & Bulletproofing the Body34:20 – Training Over 40: Injury Prevention, Longevity, and Strength37:08 – The Truth About Fat Loss, Walking, and Daily Discipline39:12 – Coaching Men: Purpose, Accountability & Identity42:05 – Why Society is Softer & What Men Must Do Now45:22 – Strength, Faith & Spiritual Toughness48:10 – What Every Man Needs to Hear Today50:01 – Tommy Richardson’s Final Message to Veterans51:40 – Coach Rob’s Closing Words: Pain → Progress52:30 – Apply for Operation Relentless (CTA)
Website: divinesavagery.comEmail: [email protected]Instagram: @divinesavagery • @raise.your.hornLinkedIn: Tommy Richardson
If this episode lit a fire under you…If you’re tired of surviving…If you’re ready to rebuild purpose, discipline, fitness, and identity…
Apply for Operation RelentlessYour 90-day comeback plan →http://www.battleharder.com/relentless
Because you weren’t built to break.You were built to rise.
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