[Part 2] Former Royal Marine & Special Forces Veteran on Working Out, Mental Strength & PTSD

What happens when you put a former Royal Marine and Special Forces veteran together in a one-off, no holds barred interview?
In this special series - broken down into three parts - our current cover star Aldo Kane and his best friend, Jason Fox, talk openly and honestly about life in the military, adjustment to Civvy St, physical fitness, mental health and friendship.
In part 2 of 3, the former SBS and Royal Marine chat health, and how fit-for-purpose and being strong enough to do the job at hand is far more important than aesthetics.
As they have gotten older, they talk about how their fitness has evolved, the fear of not exercising, and the impact mental health, specifically PTSD - a condition they believe can affect anyone - has had on both of them. Speaking honestly to each other, they touch on military aftercare, why you shouldn’t be embarrassed if you’re not feeling right and how both of them cope with dark days.
Full Playlist - bit.ly/3byMOeR
Episode 1 - Failure, Fear and Military Life
• Former Royal Marine & ...
Episode 2 - Working Out, Mental Strength & PTSD
• [Part 2] Former Royal ...
Episode 3 - Stressful Jobs, Loneliness & Friendship
• [Part 3] Former Royal ...
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[@richardhukins1703]

These two are a fine example to youngsters

[@celticcheetah6371]

It is SO good to hear men talking about emotions and mental health difficulties in an open, honest way. This is real strength, real masculinity. So much more attractive than macho bullshit.

[@Joe-vc7co]

Two top blokes, but I’ve got to say Foxy has such a perfect grasp on mental health, PTSD specifically. He’s talking from experience and he’s talking sense.

[@gozewstuffnthings5837]

Left four years ago, still struggling to adapt to the daily grind of normal life. Chronically ill now which adds even more excitement to the proceedings but in a way it's nice to be reminded that what I'm going through isn't unique and can be overcome.

[@scottp4622]

inspirational listening to these two, i left the military after serving in afghanistan 2013 and still find it hard in civi street, so lonely and the struggle is real.

[@historianadventurerwandere2611]

Love the beard of that Royal Marine. True warrior style beard.

[@pauliemc2010]

Upmost respect for both foxy and aldo.

[@nojja803]

I'm a psychologist, and the way foxy talks about mental health in such a simple no nonsense way is so great to hear and emulate - 'its all in the same thing'is such a great way to cut through things

[@dan.h3335]

If anyone liked this check out Jason fox’s podcast it’s really good.

[@vwtdis]

Not talking about or avoiding talking about my emotions during CBT was a real issue for me. Being made to talk about each traumatic incident in minute detail and discussing my thoughts and feelings was so important

[@TheMarman57]

It's great that you guys can talk openly about "human" issues. I've been through the process of becoming a military asset and being "decivilianised". But when it's all finished and you get to the time of life where you don't need to do it any more, the adjustment is something you play by ear, which doesn't always work. When I left the military, I finished a decorated soldier with an honourable service record. But I felt the metaphorical boot up the backside as I walked out of the barracks for the last time; ID card handed in, no travel warrant issued. Having had to return at short notice from Europe, I didn't have a lot of English money on me. I really did feel that i had been left a bit "high and dry". I suffered some adjustment problems which nobody ever knew about and they still don't, and the help available was pretty minimal. It has improved a lot since I served. Thank goodness.

[@agrafes6]

I can definitely relate to your view on PTSD, having served in both the military and Prison Service for a total period of 32 years, having been involved in some nasty shit and losing too many comrades during on the way.

[@richardhukins1703]

Fantastic, i so enjoyed listening to real men talking, these guys are the real thing.

[@Andy-dh2sv]

Inspiring to listen to these two talk about these topics, much appreciated

[@richardraby6266]

May I just say what good and rationalised people the British Army seem to produce, make me proud.

[@swearynan]

Thank you guys, for your service..

[@66kbm]

As an ex BAOR soldier of the 1980's, i can seriously relate to all that conversation. Just because we were in Germany does not mean we never were involved in Op Banner. Most BAOR were, thats a lot of people. I was lucky, but learnt a lot mentally after that. These 2 guys take this to a point that anyone needing help/are silent, will push them to finding their problem and hopefully sorting it out. I hope all of those people that are ex Military that doubt themselves will seek the available help, please.

[@tonystead2965]

Gents, thank you for opening up and discussing these topics.

[@yawenclaudio5756]

Love those videos about ex-military guys

[@simonbell6745]

Fantastic honest down to earth chat between two nice blokes.