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Chorizo and Manchego Omelette
National War College Speech: Part 1
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A bold, flavorful omelette filled with smoky chorizo, melted Manchego cheese, and buttery eggs.
Coach introduces foundational principles of training to future military leaders
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Ingredients
4 large eggs
2 oz Spanish chorizo, diced
2 Tbsp butter or tallow (for cooking)
¼ cup shredded Manchego cheese
1 Tbsp heavy cream (optional, for extra fluffiness)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 Tbsp chopped parsley or chives (for garnish)
Macronutrients
(per serving, serves 2)
Protein: 44g
Fat: 65g
Carbs: 4g
Preparation
Crack eggs into a bowl, add heavy cream if using, and whisk with salt and pepper until smooth and slightly frothy.
Heat 1 Tbsp butter or tallow in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chorizo and cook 3–4 minutes until browned and fragrant.
Remove the chorizo and wipe out any excess rendered fat if necessary, leaving a light coating in the pan.
Add the remaining butter or tallow and pour in the beaten eggs, tilting the pan to spread them evenly.
Cook gently, lifting the edges with a spatula to allow uncooked egg to flow underneath.
When the eggs are nearly set but still glossy, sprinkle the cooked chorizo and shredded Manchego over one half.
Fold the omelette over and cook another 30 seconds until the cheese melts.
Slide onto a plate, garnish with parsley or chives, and serve hot.
On January 6, 2009, Coach Glassman delivered a presentation at the National War College at National Defense University, speaking to an audience of more than 100 current and future leaders of the U.S. military. Introduced by Tony Spinosa, the university’s Health and Fitness Director and former assistant strength and conditioning coach for the Washington Redskins, Glassman outlined key principles behind his training methodology. A safe and effective program follows a strict progression: athletes must first learn proper movement mechanics, then develop consistency, and only afterward increase intensity. Because high-intensity training can be dangerous when performed incorrectly, spending time practicing movements before adding speed or competitive pressure is essential.
Coach also discusses the concept of General Physical Preparedness (GPP), arguing that broad, well-rounded fitness is often the most overlooked aspect of athletic training—even among elite competitors. Addressing weaknesses in foundational fitness frequently improves performance more than additional sport-specific work. He explains that intensity is the primary driver of positive physical adaptations such as improved bone density, muscle mass, and metabolic health, but warns that the training stimulus must be carefully managed. Like powerful medicine, the program produces rapid results but must be properly dosed to avoid serious risks, including overtraining or rhabdomyolysis.
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