Breaking Down the Three Phases of Army Ranger School As with any of the special operations units in the U.S. military, it takes endurance, stamina, intelligence and mental...
The Challenges of Passing Military Swimming Tests One of the toughest swims I receive emails for on a weekly basis is the underwater swim , especially from Navy SEAL and Air...
Here's a Breakdown of the Combat Swim Stroke The combat swim stroke is a relaxing and super efficient stroke that is an updated version of the traditional sidestroke.
The Push-up System Over the years, I have developed several methods to increase push-ups and have written articles on ways to implement them...
Push-up Push Workout The program is a 10-day plan that requires push-ups daily, but it still has some sound physiological rules that incorporate...
Coast Guard Fitness Requirements Today, with the threat of terrorist attacks on American soil, the Coast Guard stands as our first line of defense against any...
How to Lose Weight and Get Fit for Military Duty Those who are overweight typically are not meeting the minimum physical fitness standards for their chosen branch of service.
Preparing for a Marathon Run There usually are one or two things that give out on you when running. It is either your lungs or your legs.
Ask Stew: How to Become a SEAL in Seven Steps Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, offers seven tips that could provide a pathway for teens to make it to...
New Army PRT and CRT For decades, the Army has assessed physical fitness through the standard fitness test that many branches of the military and...
The Critical Importance of the Connection Between Sleep and Weight Loss The No. 1 recovery tool for humans could also be the No. 1 tool to fight weight gain and assist with weight loss -- getting...
Space Force Rolls Out Fitness Trackers to Guardians in Lieu of Traditional Testing The Space Force announced it will conduct a two-year testing period on wearable fitness trackers as part of its newly...
Old and New Studies Prove Exercise Really Is Medicine. Here's How to Get Started Exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight, reduce your risk of chronic diseases, and even boost your mood.
How You Can Boost Tactical Fitness Before Preparing for Military Service For the student who is working to get good at all of the elements of fitness, the midweek Mobility Day produces better...
Ask Stew: 3 Tips to Help Avoid 'Losing Your Gains' When Changing Training Cycles Changing your training cycles periodically is a common way to diversify the elements of fitness you want to improve, as well...
