Why Attracting Overweight Recruits Is a Huge Problem A shocking 20% of all male recruits and 40% of female recruits are too heavy to enter into the military ranks.
Debunking 3 Common Weight-Loss Myths I have had an alarming number of emails that asked similar questions about quick weight loss through diets, diet pills or...
Ask Stew: How Do I Lose Those Stubborn Last 5-10 Pounds? It sounds like you are doing everything right when it comes to burning calories, so you have to take a closer look at what...
How to Push Past a Weight-Loss Plateau If you're just starting to work out, you might lose weight quickly. But how do you get over a weight-loss plateau?
Calories In and Calories Out: Is It That Simple? Think weight loss is just about eating less and exercising more? It's only part of the equation.
How You Can Get into Shape While Watching TV I am currently trying to recover from bronchitis. It has lasted for 4 weeks so far. My doctor doesn't want to give me any...
Why Pumping Iron Isn't Your Best Hope for Shedding Pounds Pumping iron is great, but traditional weightlifting does not burn fat as effectively as, say, running or rowing.
'You Can Make It Happen': Inside One Military Spouse's Weight-Loss Journey As a fitness writer, I often get testimonials from people using fitness programs that I have developed, and they all motivate...
Ask Stew: Suggestions for Losing Weight When You're on the Other Side of 50 Here is an email from someone seeking to lose excess weight, help reducing their blood pressure and overall just get...
The Three Biggest Mistakes Overweight Americans Make with Weight Loss Do you know the three biggest mistakes overweight Americans make with physical fitness and weight loss that kill their...
Coast Guard to Launch Service-Wide Physical Fitness Test for All Members Next Year Coast Guard men and women must take a preliminary assessment by the end of this year and a mandatory PFT starting in 2026.
The Best Nutrition Tips Right Before a Military Fitness Test When you're preparing for a fitness test, what you eat the night before can play a big role in your performance the next...
Why Grip Strength and Leg Strength Are Key Indicators for Longevity Strong hands and legs make you an asset in many tactical and life-or-death situations. Moreover, the ability to maintain...
This Calisthenics and Cardio Workout Will Prepare You for Any Military Fitness Test Calisthenics and cardio exercises can be arranged in several ways to improve running times and overall fitness test scores...
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.
