Air Force Weight Charts In 2004, the Air Force set new weight requirements for joining. Another change is that the weight requirements are now...
Here's a Breakdown of the Combat Swim Stroke The combat swim stroke is a relaxing and super efficient stroke that is an updated version of the traditional sidestroke.
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...
Coast Guard Fitness Requirements Today, with the threat of terrorist attacks on American soil, the Coast Guard stands as our first line of defense against any...
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 Adapt to Swimming with Fins Swimming with fins during rigorous military training, such as BUD/S and Army Ranger/Special Forces training, is required for...
How Assessing Your Fitness Can Save Your Life or Those You Love Assessing your abilities regularly can help you one day, when needed, to save yourself, your family, your teammates or other...
How to Build Speed and Power for PT Tests Depending upon the branch of service, the PT tests vary in exercises, timed events and run distances.
The Exercises You Should Be Doing for a Strong Core When most people think of core exercises, they think crunches and sit-ups – possibly because the tactical professions have...
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.
What You Should Know About Carb Loading for Military Fitness Tests and Training A highly active person requires carbohydrates, proteins and fats to provide energy for and support recovery from physically...
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...
How to Prepare for the Coast Guard’s Mandatory Physical Fitness Tests The service announced this week that all military personnel will be required to undergo mandatory physical fitness tests, or...