The Top 10 Reasons Why People Fail at Special Ops There are many ways to fail out or quit any of the many special-ops programs, but the biggest reason someone fails is usually...
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...
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...
How to Prepare for the Navy SEAL Fitness Test The problem with many Americans is that the current fitness and health conditions they maintain are not good enough for a...
These Options Could Make You a Faster Swimmer People often email Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, asking about swimming skills and techniques to get...
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...
What's Included on a Service Academy or ROTC Fitness Test Each branch of military service has similar requirements in its fitness testing, but there are some differences.
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...
Nutrition Strategies for the Literal Long Haul: Endurance Events and Spec Ops Selections The time to practice and test out strategies is during your preparation -- not on game day.