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.
How Injured Runners Can Continue Their Cardio Training You can still do cardio base training with nonimpact cardio, like biking, using the elliptical machine and swimming, if you...
5 Ways to Control the Key Ingredient to Losing Weight For most people in America, the main reason why we are overweight is simply the amount of food we eat.
Workout Ideas for Beginning Runners or Those Recovering from Injury If you run as part of your regular training, you will inevitably suffer a sprained ankle or knee, or an overuse injury such...
How Sprinters Can Slow Down for Military Fitness Test Timed Runs Getting into timed-run shape is different than running marathons and running short distances at full speed.
The Single Trait That’s Critical to Ultimately Achieving Your Fitness Training Goals Consistency wins. If you are seeking a challenging journey that seems all uphill at the beginning, remember every successful...
