Jocko doesn't read books, he stares at them till they give him the information he wants.

I really think Jocko needs to make his own clock, he can call it the Jocko-Clock. Instead of an alarm sound, its just Jocko telling you to wake up, and his tone starts with him speaking in a whisper tone, and progresses to him screaming to get up. $49.99.

Jocko gets up at 4:30 in order to go out to give the sun permission rise

Used Iron Swan as an alarm, Didn't grab it before 55 seconds. My wife left and took the kids and said the dog shouldn't stay with me any longer either

Iron Swan and Repeat Process just got 100’s of unexplained hits.

"Food is for the weak", "go to sleep early".... Me: watching Jocko at 1am while eating cheesecake... No factor.

1. Get an escalating alarm or set your alarm to a progressively louder song (Jocko recommends Iron Swan by The Sword) 2. Set your gear the night before. If you sleep with someone, get ready in another room to avoid waking them up. 3. Check your diet. Avoid carbs and sugar spikes. 4. Start working out before having caffeine. 5. Power naps. 6-8 minutes with feet elevated. 6. Get the blood flowing. Bang out 10 pushups, burpees etc. 7. Go to bed early. Go rest when you are tired, don't stay on your phone or on the Internet. Read a book to help you falling asleep.

I struggled to wake up early for years. It wasn’t until recently I found a solution that works. We all have hobbies or things we want to do but we put them off because more important things take precedence. One for me is video games. I like playing video games but I’m a grown man with responsibilities. How can I justify playing video games when I’ve got a long list of productive things to do? It seems like a waste of time. But then I sleep in for hours and waste even more time than I would’ve spent playing. So I’ve been getting up at 4 am everyday, playing video games for an hour, and then going on with my day. Yeah I might have “wasted” an hour playing games but now I’m up. I gained several hours I would’ve otherwise spent sleeping that I can now do more productive things. I do it every day so my mind knows first thing in the morning it’s gonna get that reward and it makes it easier to get up. Maybe it’s weak minded, but hey, it’s better than sleeping in. Also once you start waking up early you start getting tired earlier in the evening and it’s easier to go to bed on time and the cycle continues. Makes the habit easier.

"I want to be stressed. I want to be tired" Hes obviously the terminator dying to feel human.

Every morning is a Splinter Cell mission.

Wait, so Jocko actively makes his life more difficult so that he feels the struggle more? Love it-this guy is something else.

Every thing this guy does has a tactical tone to it 😂

If ever there Is a proper Doom movie, Jocko should be cast to play the Doomslayer

Regular civilian: What should I do Jocko Jocko: Don't eat or sleep Regular civilian: Got it!

Me: What time should I get up? Jocko: Yes

When i was in the military i used let the bodies hit the floor. The one time I didn't get up in time and it made it pass the whispering. Spousal adversary at 0430

The 72-Hour fast usually happens to me before pay day. I guess i’ve been a mini Jocko without knowing it 😂

Falling asleep during the day? Jocko: 8 minute nap

8:30. When he said “go find a corner somewhere” I could have sworn we was going to say “rub one out” 😂

54 years old, in law-enforcement and a SWAT member… And I can tell you that my absolute best days and mornings are before hits. The night before setting out all the gear knowing I have to be quiet so I don’t wake the spouse, out the door by 0400 and ready to hit the door by 0600. Most alert days ever even though it starts out very quiet and peaceful it is absolutely focused. Great podcast keep them coming

I had to seriously simplify my life to be able to get up early enough. I made a list of what I needed to do in a day/week. I put it in order of importance. 8 hours of sleep, workout, 8 hours of work, etc. When I ran out of time... that stuff got farmed out to my family members or I got rid of it - cuz it obviously wasn't important enough. But I know that I want to get my work out in before my work, so I have to get up at 4 AM, do a 30-minute scripture study/meditation, then I can work out. So I know I have to get up at 4 AM, to get 8 hours of sleep - that means 8 PM. So I'm up from 4 AM to 8PM. Everything has to happen in that window. The end. No arguments. That has saved me.

I am going to clip out Jocko's impression of the gnarly wind-up alarm clock and make that my cell phone alarm.

Me: So Jocko when should I eat? Jocko: “eating is so inconvenient”

Jocko can use "get after it" in almost every sentence "Put a big ol steak on, get after it" LOL

Jocko 'I don't need food' Willink. Legend.

"It's physiologically impossible to do burpies and remain tired" Jocko Willink

“Secondary and tertiary alarms”. That’s what I’ll call them now. 😂 I’m dying. “Toothbrush staged in another room”. I love the way Jocko thinks and expresses himself.

Love your show! You guys are very down to earth and the subjects you present relate to veterans and cops they help translate issues that vets and cops face and think they are the only ones going through problems. Thank you

“Reading a book is the opposite of burpees, it’ll make you tired ”- Jocko

"I'm not a doctor. I'm a knucklehead." - Jocko

This video is just great, i took a lot in from this video as well as truly enjoyed it. i was constantly glued and wasn’t bored. it was also just great to see them fit humor into the video!

Marine Vet. here...love the vibes of this podcast. It feels like you're in the room with two of your favorite leaders without the fear of being fucked up haha

I myself start my day at a normal five o clock in the morning and start to plan for today love the Jocko podcast

I love how echo puts in more mic time now. He used to be very quiet and let jocko do all the talking but now he gives a good counter balance to jockos remarks.

Legendary advice from a LEGEND really appreciate the mindset conversation.

My appreciation for Jocko is absolutely yes factor.

Love how jocko stages his personal gear like an operation !!

I agree with Jocko. Having to eat and sleep is pestering.

That song absolutely destroys! Thank you for that gem! 💎💎💎

God bless and keep you guys, thanks for posting

Love these podcasts!!!

Finally, suddenly at a place where I can integrate these practical tips into my life, apply them, live them. Thank you Jocko.

"Go to bed when you are tired. Shut off the computer. Turn off t-" *Windows Shutdown Noise*

I thought I was the only one who needs that little bit of stress. I love that feeling

love this guy Jocko you're the man and thank you for all of the motivation and inspiration, I'm finally getting my life together, it's amazing how your words affect physical reality :)

Iron Swan is such a savage track. You've just sent me back a decade, thanks Jocko.

Truth is, Jocko wakes his alarm

Thank you for Top Advice, I watch daily.

I love how it’s black and white, so easy on my eyes, thanks for that. Good content too🙏🏼

A fitbit or smartwatch will vibrate for an alarm, which isn't audible to your spouse. My weapon of choice.

Such a great chemistry between you guys. Great!

Jocko you and Echo are awesome.

I am now a wake and alert when trying to sleep because Jocko's sweet timber voice reminds me to get up and get after it. Thank you Echo Charles.

this actually fired me up to get some sleep deprivation. The beautiful ways of jockos podcast xD

Watching this at 10:30pm, so hope it's quick so I can get enough sleep before waking up early

This is great advice.

Love these highlights !!!!

4 years ago my wife left me and took the kids after I lost a big job. I was deeply religious and prayed and fasted for 14 days straight. I had crones disease, overweight, and was diabetic. I lost 40 lbs and both sicknesses went away before the 14 days ended.

Thanks for the tip on The Sword. New band to add to the listen list.

First time listening to this for my first day waking up early and I think this going to help me a lot. Liked and subscribed 😁👍🏻

I love this. This is so true. Multiple alarms.

Regarding the sleep conversation, I think your fending off complacencies Jocko! Warrior.

I love this man !

This was surprisingly helpful and enjoyable. Thank you

I had the brilliant idea to use “Wake up and move forward” from psychological warfare as my alarm. I keep my phone on silent all the time and forgot to check the alert volume. I promise you that Jocko saying “Get up and get up now” at full volume, 8 inches from your head will wake up even the most sound sleeper at 4:30am. Also counted as my cardio for the day.

I read extreme ownership every night at 9:30. Straight to sleep. Thanks Jocko

Sir, a great book that explains what you are taking about. Hardwired for fitness.

11:49 "food is for the weak" is the most Jocko thing I've heard Jocko say

I sleep 7 hours. It doesn't matter what time I wake up. I still have 17 hours to be productive. What matters is cutting out time-wasting activities.

Alarm sounds Jocko Recommended: The sword - The iron swan (Starts slow and then eventually just explodes.) 100 demons - Repeat Process Absolute startler

wow, I just happened to come across your podcast after doing research for sleep improvement and it is really interesting that Echo mentioned retraining your mind to think that you have enough sleep even when you have fewer hours of sleep. It kind of fits into the puzzle. I spoke to a lot of people having less sleep when they really had more sleep than they need. And don't forget about the effects of sleep apnea too. If you feel tired and sleepy most days then have it checked, correct the sleep apnea, and the time you feel more awake apply those things that Jocko said

Jocko, so many gems, thx man

4:11 My new alarm tone.

Love the mention of renatch the goat

Love the idea about staging clothes. I do it. I also immediately upon waking turn on EVERY light. Screw it if it hurts for a second. Do it. Light helps tremendously. I do 40 push-ups and 20 air squats. Now I’m awake!

Jocko is such an inspirational person!

echo shrugged off the last point but that might be the gold nugget of this whole video. Delaying gratification will build your character like no other.

I was doing inventory the other day at work after New Years and I had pigged out big time New Years eve so I decided to do a 35 hour fast. One of my coworkers said he was hungry and I asked when he last ate and he said about 3 hours ago and I said "I haven't eaten since New Years eve. Weak" and he looked at me all crazy, lol. It's so liberating to be able to function without food. It's just one less thing to worry about on those days that are hectic and you can barely catch your breath.

Love "The Sword" reference. Such a great band!

I'm late to the party and just discovering Jocko. Love the advice, thanks or that! Regarding carbohydrates, he is referring to processed carbohydrates like sugar, flour, syrup, etc. Whole plant food is pure carbohydrates and absolutely not the same to your body as refined/processed carbohydrates. The only time you need refined carbs is any time you plan to burn it all off - like during exercise.

I wake up at 4 am. Every day. On my work day it gives me time to clear my head, have a coffee, check the news, make my lunch etc. On my day off I still get up at 4 but the day is mine. I don't have to think about work, can take my time and plan my day. Sleeping late takes time away . Thats my routine and works for me. But I do sleep by 9pm or so.

Hey Jocko how do you wake up? Jocko : *_STEALTH MODE ACTIVATED_*

this is so true the idea of deception into training is so smart. In old MMA a fighter thought he was taking steroids but his trainer switched out the pills with just asperin so he really thought he was getting strong off the steroids but really was just training extremely hard to get in shape

One tip I found by accident for being alert in the morning... Within 15 minutes of waking up, drink at least a litre of water. I run a nearly identical schedule to Jocko's and that's the deciding factor on whether I drive to work tired or not regardless of whether I have a morning coffee which I usually don't. I never made the connection to carbs tho. I'll have to explore that. Also the power nap idea is amazing. 7 minutes has always been my perfect number. And I always set 2 alarms but I don't know why. Second one never rings. I'm a very deep sleeper but it's never more than 15 seconds from when my alarm starts till I'm standing. And I use the quietest alarm in my phone with volume on low. It's called discipline.

Do what makes your body feel healthy! I feel best on strict keto and fasting but people nagged me to the point I stopped, but this has been validating that it’s good to do what I know works for my body. Time to buckle down hard again

Longest recorded controlled fast was in 1974. An over weight man under supervision fasted for 382 days. He started around 450 lbs and ended at 180! 🙌

Jocks is a beast , yet he seems exceedingly sweet, polite, kind...he is considerate towards his spouse. A model of a gentleman. Also, filled with thoughtful and sound advice.

I need a Jocko Playlist!!!!

Best wakeup song in my experience: “The Great Southern Trendkill” by Pantera.

Jocko nailed it with the alarm song suggestions. Iron Swan is my favorite track from the Age of Winters album 🤟 In my life, there is no greater source of pure energy than Metal. My build up alarm song used to be When by Opeth. If the first part doesn't wake you, 0:26 grabs you by the soul and rips you out of bed without a choice 😂

The sword is a kickass band! Hell ya Jocko

Thanks from Brazil!

“It’s so convenient to eat all the time.” I feel the same way. This three meal default modern structure needs to be further examined to find the optimal for health and state of well-being.

For Alarms, especially when I’m traveling and sharing rooms, I use the soundtrack of the movie INTERSTELLAR for my alarms. All the music is very soft and cosmic.. I wake up 8 to 10 seconds after it starts floating in my ears..

Lights out by 9! Up before the break of dawn! 🔥

This guy is very inspiring

I've had my life mostly fall apart since I got out of the army, but one thing I never let go was getting up early. My depression is so much easier to handle when I'm on a routine regardless of having something to do. I always get up at 0400-0500 everyday, even weekends. I don't have a spouse, only as dog. At this point, I get up without an alarm at the right times.

I’d personally recommend Dillinger Escape Plan’s “Panasonic Youth” or Converge’s “Eagles Become Vultures” as wake up songs, especially if you want to wake up stage-diving.

This is awesome.

Bro, I love The Sword! Not many people speak about them or listen to them. Love ya work Jocko.