Angel Cortes
Nov 20, 2020Listen on your favorite platform: Tactical Nutrition & Performance Podcast
Angel is formerly of the 75th Ranger Regiment and is currently on his way to becoming a registered dietitian. In this episode we discuss his background, what motivated him to enter the military and apply for special operations and his evolution into his current career path. When he is not attending classes Angel runs the brand @the_og_pumpkin and holds special events for military veterans, servicemembers, and hopeful recruits. You can also find Angel on IG @angelcortes175 or on his Youtube channel Ranger Cortes where he dishes out advice on Life, Regiment, and Nutrition.
Video of this episode only available on the Tactical Nutrition and Performance Database.
Highlights:
3:26 - The country took care of my family and I, and I knew it was time for me to take care of my country
4:40 - What led to Angel joining the Ranger Regiment
7:54 - The challenges and barriers of getting accepted into the Ranger Regiment
10:30 - Food first: not relying on supplements
17:45 - The biggest mistakes made when preparing to go to ranger school
20:13 - Words of advice for mental strength
21:47 - Your mind gives out way before your body does
23:12 - The stigma of not embracing your feelings
27:00 - Going from Ranger to Registered Dietitian
37:50 - Giving back to the community as a RD in WIC
40:46 - A lot of RDs feel stuck and pigeonholed in one specific practice area
42:00 - Where can I help the most people
42:25 - The OG Pumpkin (@the_og_pumpkin)
52:10 - Follow and reach out to Angel on Instagram @angelcortes175