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How It Started
Born inside the walls of Red Dot Fitness, the Iron Sights Podcast was originally created to serve clients and offer free, no-nonsense health and fitness information. Hosted by Scott Howell, a lifelong coach and strength professional, the show began as a tool to empower everyday people with better strategies for training, nutrition, and performance.
After Dark
After years of working with first responders and law enforcement professionals, Scott saw a major gap: the fitness industry and the tactical world weren’t speaking the same language—despite sharing the same physical demands and human challenges. Most civilians don’t understand what LEOs go through. And most first responders don’t have access to high-quality, actionable fitness education.
That’s what sparked After Dark —an honest series of conversations that explores the mindset, training, and mission-driven values of warriors, leaders, and protectors. It wasn’t part of the original plan—but it’s what put the show on the map.
The Results
Since launching, the Iron Sights Podcast has grown from a local resource for Red Dot clients into a nationally recognized platform with thousands of loyal listeners tuning in weekly. The show has sparked conversations in gyms, departments, and communities across the country. After Dark in particular has struck a nerve—building practive conversations among first responders, veterans, and everyday people hungry for honest dialogue and improvement. The podcast has opened doors to speaking engagements, training collaborations, and a growing network of experts committed to making people stronger, more prepared, and harder to kill.
Long Term Impact
The Iron Sights Podcast has established itself as a prominent voice in the fitness and physical preparedness space, creating a bridge between the health industry and the tactical community. By consistently delivering honest, practical, and experience-driven conversations, the show has influenced how trainers coach, how civilians train, and how first responders approach their personal health and longevity.
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