How to Maximize Your SEAL Swim Score Learn strategies for how to maximize the swim score on the Navy SEAL and other physical screening tests.
Ask Stew: Can You Make a Special Operator? Stew Smith, a Navy SEAL veteran and Military.com's tactical fitness expert, answers a timeless question: Can special...
Ask Stew: Older But Still Trying Stew Smith answers a question from a service member recovering from an injury and trying to get back into the special-ops...
Ask Stew: The Road from USMC to Navy SEAL BUD/S Stew Smith, a Navy SEAL veteran, answers a question from a reader about how to enter the Marine Corps and transition to being...
Phase One of Tactical Fitness: Candidate/Recruit Preparation When you first start the journey to enter the military, you have many areas you need to consider during your preparation time...
Ask Stew: The Physical Standards of Navy SEAL BUD/S Training Learn how to prepare and successfully apply to the Navy SEAL BUD/S training using advice from Stew Smith, Military.com's...
Top Ten Questions to Assess Whether You Are Physically Ready to Join Special Ops Stew Smith, a Navy SEAL veteran and Military.com's tactical fitness guru, outlines pertinent questions for anyone considering...
Ask Stew: Getting Back in Shape After Returning from the Field Stew Smith, a Navy SEAL veteran and Military.com's tactical fitness expert, advises a reader how to resume training after a...
Ask Stew: Explaining the Strength Exercises from 'How Good Is Good Enough' Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, answers a question from a reader on specific exercises he can do to train...
Ask Stew: How to Train for Special Forces When You're a Teen Stew Smith, a Navy SEAL veteran and Military.com's tactical fitness expert, responds to a teen who wants to know how to train...
Traveling? This Hotel Room Workout Will Keep You Active If you need a rest, take it. But, if you need to be at the top of your game, be well-rested and well-tested.
What to Know About Creatine and Why the Military Regulates it for Special Forces Creatine's reputation is built on decades of scientific research and practical results, making it a common addition to sports...
The Essential Swim Workout for Military Special Operations Candidates Building a requisite level of swimming conditioning and water confidence takes time, patience and consistent time in the...
How to Improve Your Cardio Fitness Safely While running is an effective form of cardio, it is not always the best option for heavier athletes, especially those with...
How an Australian Potato Farmer Changed Running Forever Released in 2013, the movie “Cliffy” chronicles Australian Cliff Young’s rise from a potato farmer to an ultramarathoner and...