Elite Physical Preparation Manual for Brazilian Security Forces - From Science to Operational PerformanceThis manual is a comprehensive and motivational guide designed for candidates and professionals in the field of public security who strive for peak physical and mental readiness. Written by Sergeant Instructor Erlon Miranda, with over three decades of service in the Military Police of Paraná, the book combines scientific evidence, practical experience, and tactical insights to deliver a proven roadmap for success.Inside this manual, you will discover: The Protector Paradox: why operational demands often undermine fitness, and how to break this cycle.Evidence-based training principles such as progressive overload, specificity, and supercompensation applied to real-world policing.Structured strength, endurance, and plyometric programs tailored to the demands of tactical athletes.Nutrition, hydration, and supplementation strategies for maximum performance.Mental resilience techniques to master stress, anxiety, and high-pressure scenarios.A complete 12-week periodized training plan to prepare for the Physical Fitness Test (TAF) and beyond.More than a fitness manual, this is a battle plan to forge discipline, resilience, and operational excellence. Whether you are preparing for the TAF, aiming for career advancement, or seeking to elevate your physical and mental performance, this book will guide you with clarity, science, and inspiration."True merit lies not only in passing the test, but in becoming worthy of the mission."