Inside the Labyrinth podcast is powered by Reps For Responders! You can find it on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, and more! https://anchor.fm/Inside-The-Laybrinth This episode is sponsored by No Matter What Apparel and Valor Supplements! Both Companies are owned by First Responders! Lets give back to First Responders who give back to us! Use Code INSIDETHELAB for 10% off at check out at https://www.nomatterwhatapparel.com Use Code RFR10 for 10% off your check out at https://valorsupplements.net ========================================================================================================In Season 5, Episode 5 of Inside the Labyrinth Podcast, Frank and Jay had the honor and opportunity to speak with active PO Mike, known as Nodonutshere on Instagram and an elite athlete for 1st Phorm. This was our very first in person and filmed episode and we had a blast! In this episode Mike opened up about his journey in his Labyrinth as he was an introvert in Highschool and Captain of the football team. Mike started to lift in about eight grade because it gave him a space to cope physically and mentally. Mike said he wanted to become a Police Officer because of what happened on September 11, 2001. He opened up about a time on the job when he was a few years in that made him realize why he needs to continue to train hard in the gym but not only for himself. Mike promotes training for other first responders because any situation can turn south at anytime.
Mikes actions speaks for himself. He realized that he was getting sucked into the "4-4" life for a little bit and told himself this could go two paths. He chose the path of hanging with guys at the "benches" instead of the barstool. Mike is involved in many hobbies outside of the job and encourages First Responders to find a hobby that YOU enjoy aka the JOB is not your life, its part of your life.
We hope all of you enjoy this episode because Mike is the top Model and Leader of what a cop should work towards on the job and off the job. For any LEO out there this is a must listen and must share! Thank you Mike for coming on our show and sharing your strength, experience and hope!
"Training started around twelve years old in my middle school gym class. I just liked the way it made me feel. Going into high school, I began training for football, which I played into college. After graduation, I began training to be a police officer. My line of work has become my source of inspiration, not only because of the physical demands it has, but the mental toll it takes on people. With suicide rates among police rapidly increasing, I do my best to encourage others to train for those same reasons. Knowing that other people rely on me, both at work and at home. If I’m not on top of my game, lives are at risk.
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