<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Kelley Defense]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kelley Defense.  Mobile Firearms Training, Online Coaching and Media Content.]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/articles</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:57:20 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.kelleydefense.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Never Skip Your Monday Workout: 3 Battle-Tested Benefits for Physical Strength, Tactical Mindset &#38; 1% Better Every Day at Kelley Defense]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Kelley Defense, we live by the rule of getting 1% better every day—whether you’re pushing through tough training, facing daily challenges, or building the habits that make you unbreakable. As a combat veteran and 31-year retired LEO, I’ve seen how skipping that first workout of the week can derail everything. Monday sets the tone. Don’t skip your Monday workout. It’s the non-negotiable foundation that builds elite performers, unbreakable operators, and people who are ready when it counts.]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/never-skip-your-monday-workout-3-battle-tested-benefits-for-physical-strength-tactical-mindset-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b965adbae3e800161d96e6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:11:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_3e7df13d879b4880abf3c8bc3d5eedd2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_722,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forge Unbreakable Self-Discipline: 3 Battle-Tested Keys to Become 1% Better Every Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Kelley Defense, we're all about pushing limits—whether on the range, in training, or in life. As a combat veteran, long time LEO and co-host of the On The Range Podcast, I've seen firsthand how self-discipline turns good shooters into elite operators and everyday people into unstoppable forces. It's the unbreakable foundation for getting 1% better every day. No fluff, no shortcuts—just consistent action that builds real mastery.]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/forge-unbreakable-self-discipline-3-battle-tested-keys-to-getting-1-better-every-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694fe278a4852561114eaba8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 14:17:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_a313c0a86d194979b77ac49ad6d9c3f4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_480,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fitness Journey: Discipline, Consistency, and Avoiding Obesity]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we navigate through the ups and downs of our fitness journeys, there's a reality we must face: the road to fitness is filled with...]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/fitness-journey-discipline-consistency-and-avoiding-obesity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6687f3951293bee76223f1f5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jul 2024 13:10:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_086706eb92a9407f99f82383c8b6319f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becoming a Qualified Voice in Your Field: The Path to Professional Growth]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the professional development space, becoming a respected voice in your field begins with a critical foundation: expertise. To create...]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/becoming-a-qualified-voice-in-your-field-the-path-to-professional-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">667ebc791d39d622a5ef9841</guid><pubDate>Sat, 29 Jun 2024 12:27:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_c39e922de2f64727ac6d55cb38196831~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Art of Relaxation: A Personal Journey to Disconnecting]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, taking the time to relax and unwind can often feel like a luxury we can't afford. This is a...]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/the-art-of-relaxation-a-personal-journey-to-disconnecting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6671a5dadf694c748efc6b31</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:45:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_1ff4b197bc0344d08e3f1c3e98657598~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_703,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I got a Selfie with the Mothman: A Deer, A Sleepy Town, and Some Amazing People]]></title><description><![CDATA[As I left my friend Rick Hogg's house after a weekend of training with our OTR "CREW," little did I know that a chance encounter with a...]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/unexpected-encounters-a-deer-a-sleepy-town-and-some-amazing-people</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66646e3b67c5cbfff69f463e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:11:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_15e769a92a3e4bccae13b9491093bea8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Challenges Are a Good Way to Spark Growth!]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have always stressed the importance of having a plan to achieve goals.  This idea can include broad areas of your life as well without...]]></description><link>https://www.kelleydefense.com/post/challenges-are-a-good-way-to-spark-growth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64b29685963ede1a931f70f9</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Jul 2023 13:00:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f8148d_99c5b16ab77e4449a9950ce44f697f5f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_719,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mark Kelley</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>