How Durability Is Key to Tactical Athletic Growth Stew Smith, a Navy SEAL veteran and Military.com's tactical fitness expert, details how durability is key to your success as...
Ask Stew: Examining the Pros and Cons of Wearing a Weight Belt Here is a question concerning the use of weight belts, using some of my personal workouts designed for the tactical athlete.
Is There a Test to Predict Success in Military Special Ops? We're constantly creating a foolproof selection program, as well as finding the right requirements to test special-ops...
Tactical Fitness with Stew Smith: How to Develop the Proper Push-up Posture Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, addresses proper push-up posture and how to strengthen upper- and lower...
A 'Dirty Dozen' of Tactical Fitness Training and Testing Ideas Training large groups with varied fitness levels is one of the most challenging things to accomplish with success.
Tactical Fitness: Advice for Young Teens Considering Military Service If you're just entering your teen years and want to join the military in the future, Military.com's tactical fitness expert...
Tactical Fitness: How to Become Comfortable Running Three Miles for the PFT A future Marine asks Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, how to train for a solid three-mile run on his...
Tactical Fitness: The Best Way to Run a 300-Meter Sprint After the PFT An FBI candidate needs to ace a 300 meter sprint after taking a fitness test similar to the PFT.
Tactical Fitness: Improving Muscle and Cardio Endurance for PT Tests A soon-to-be Army recruit asks how to build long-distance muscle to excel at passing the Army physical fitness test.
Tactical Fitness: How to Balance PST Training and BUD/S Fitness BUD/S is not an easy school to pass, and a candidate asks Military.com's tactical fitness expert what tests he should prepare...
Ask Stew: What Should I Look for to Avoid Running Injuries? Starting a running plan is often a risky journey as many will start out doing too much, too soon.
When, Why and How to Change Up Your Workout Routine If you struggle to improve in physical strength, endurance and fitness testing events, consider adding something new and...
What Is the 'Best' Navy PST Workout? If you really need help with the PST, you need to get used to working out after swimming.
Ask Stew: What High School Sports Will Help Me Prepare for the Military? A long-term goal can influence current decisions as you prepare for a future challenge.
Three Rules for Avoiding Shin Splints When Running Outside Here are some issues that running can cause, as well as some of the rules that will help you avoid them.