How to BUILD A BODY FOR BATTLE
Kevin Toonen is one of the hardest working strength and conditioning (S+C) coaches in Australia right now. Formerly a S+C coach for the Special Forces, Kevin is now training the Sydney Roosters and is also an expert for an up-and-coming sports micronutrition brand PILLAR Performance. Here he gives us an insight into his daily life.
TRAINING
When it comes to building a body for combat, the same goes for elite soldiers as does for athletes. You need to build a strong base of strength and aerobic conditioning. From there you have the ability to produce power and speed. Sadly, you can’t rush things and try and circumvent training principles — as the saying goes, you can’t run before you walk. The biggest
