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 to Join Naval Special Operations Do you think you have what it takes to become a member of Naval Special Warfare or Special Operations?
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What I Have Learned in 20 Years of Periodization Training I have been using my periodization style of training now for 20 years. My periodization program is a way to train, not the...
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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.
Navy SEAL Timeline: From Acceptance to Training Since its inception in 2014, SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection (SOAS) has served as an important step in screening...
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Should You Do Farmer’s Walks with Weight in One or Both Hands? Farmer’s walks improve your overall strength and grip strength, as well as your balance and core muscles.
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Fitness at Sea: Workouts You Can Do on a Ship and Ace the Navy Fitness Test Staying fit in tight spaces with little to no equipment is always a challenge, whether you are in a hotel room or living and...
![The U.S. Navy Parachute Demonstration Team performs a demonstration jump over Central Park, New York City.](http://images04.military.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail_large/public/2022-02/jumpers.jpg?itok=yadIxOff "The U.S. Navy Parachute Demonstration Team, known as "The Leap Frogs," perform a demonstration jump from the back of an Air Force C-130J Hercules over Central Park, New York City, Aug. 5, 2021. The Leap Frogs are comprised of active-duty Navy SEALS. (Staff Sgt. Christopher Muncy/U.S. Navy photo)")
