Foreword: It's good to know The Gunny -- Introduction: Getting squared away -- "Fall in!" : take command of your life -- "Be prepared" : the Boy Scouts got it right! -- "Holy Jesus! What is that? A jelly doughnut?" : The Gunny manifesto on fitness and health -- "Go the extra mile" : Humping it beyond what is expected of you -- "Major malfunctions" : Nobody said it would be easy -- Hard corps : from maggot to manhood -- The price of freedom : The Gunny want you -- "Point man" : The Gunny's views on leadership -- Look out, world! : The Gunny is pissed -- Parting shots : The Gunny's favorite things -- Afterword: Closing thoughts from My Marine.
Summary:
The Marine, actor, and television host offers advice on taking control of your life by first teaching you how to get fit, stay fit, and defend yourself. He then explains how to conduct yourself with assertiveness, but also with wisdom and courtesy. Finally, he motivates you to use your new fitness and new attitude to live life like a person of honor: to work hard, reach for high goals, and set an example with your life.
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