Our first After Dark episode of the year features Andrew Siepka (@siepka_ludus_), a certified strength and conditioning specialist with a unique blend of expertise in mental health. Andrew is the head strength and conditioning coach on Marine Corps Base Hawaii and the owner of Siepka Ludus Strength and Conditioning. In our discussion we discuss various aspects, from strength and conditioning to mental health and beyond. Get ready for this listen because Andrew opens up and shares life changing experiences that paved his way into helping others.Episode Sponsor:BioProtein Technology: https://bioproteintech.com/For $30 off your order use code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout.BioPro+ can potentially help to improve balance hormones, increase sex drive, improves insulin sensitivity, and produce increases of mitochondria and nucleic acids to create a total system modulator. BioPro+ regulates, rebuilds, and regenerates at the cellular level to help you look, feel, and perform your best.Episode Sponsor:SLNT: https://slnt.com/pages/ironsightsUse the code "IRONSIGHTS" at checkout for an exclusive discountSLNT offers a range of sleek RFID blocking wallets, EDC Faraday bags, travel gear, laptop sleeves, and key-fob cases with the added protection of their patented Silent Pocket® Faraday cage technology, which turns your devices invisible, and safe, from the outside world by instantly blocking Cellular, WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, RFID/NFC, EMP, and EMF. This elite signal blocking technology is the easiest way to instantly enhance your peace of mind around how your mobile devices are screwing your digital life up.Timestamps00:00 Intro05:54 Andrew's Background15:56 Male Influence In Andrew's Childhood19:50 Coast Guard vs The Army22:40 What The Coast Guard Does27:45 Andrew's Fears During His Service For The Coast Guard31:52 Andrew's Job In The Coast Guard36:53 The Breaking Point In Andrew's Military Experience46:04 Andrew's Suicide Attempt52:20 Second Suicide Attempt And Hospitalization01:02:14 How To Redirect The Energy After A Suicide Attempt01:04:44 Andrew's Refocus And His Successful Career01:11:02 Helping Veterans In The Nonprofit01:13:49 Andrew's Transition To The Fitness Industry01:35:01 How Andrew's Measure Success01:44:41 Reach Out To AndrewRed Dot Fitness Training Programs:https://www.rdftrainonline.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ironsightspodcast/