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.
Ask Stew: Hypertrophy Versus Strength Training Many endurance athletes neglect strength or hypertrophy training, and it is a big weakness that will be exposed under a log...
How Tough Is the Navy SEAL Fitness Test? Learn how tough it is to become a Navy SEAL. We detail the physical fitness requirements for Navy SEAL training.
Ask Stew: How Should I Prepare for BUD/S? I received similar emails from two young men who aspire to become SEALs one day. They both are athletic and involved with...
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...
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...
One Civilian's Journey to Become Navy SEAL Fit Bringing change requires a stimulus that is usually external, but equally important is a person's will to succeed and make...
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.
Ask Stew: How to Adapt to Swimming with Fins Swimming with fins during rigorous military training, such as BUD/S and Army Ranger/Special Forces training, is required for...
The Many Benefits of Stretching for Just Minutes a Day Finding the right warm-up routine for your body and your specific physical activities is a process that will take some trial...
To Improve Your Run Time, Do This Track and Leg Day Workout Once Per Week One of the better workouts to get your legs ready for faster-timed runs in the military is doing a mix of running pace, speed...
How to Add Extra Training to Prepare for Army Special Forces Army or Marine Corps boot camps already do a great job preparing you for special operations programs, but additional training...
Target the Key Areas of Tactical Fitness With This Challenging Workout This is not a normal strength plan, as tactical athletes are not your normal athletes.
How to Boost Your Strength and Size for Special Operations Training Preparing for any special operations selection involves making sure you have no weaknesses and have properly developed your...