The Challenges of Passing Military Swimming Tests One of the toughest swims I receive emails for on a weekly basis is the underwater swim , especially from Navy SEAL and Air...
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...
These Options Could Make You a Faster Swimmer People often email Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, asking about swimming skills and techniques to get...
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...
Three Reasons Why You're Struggling with Fitness Tests There are a few things that could be contributing to your fatigue or lack of muscle endurance during the push-up and sit-up...
How We Easily Can Get Sidetracked by Fitness Gadgets I often get emails from people about certain programs, gadgets, fitness videos, GPS devices, music, heart-rate monitors and...
Five Most Commonly Asked Workout Questions I have had several emails that require short and sweet answers, so I have compiled a list of the top five questions that were...
Ask Stew: The Benefits of Machine Cardio vs. Running If you use the full-body elliptical machines, you will burn more calories than walking or running at some speeds.
How to Swim the Combat Swimmer Stroke When people first try the combat swimmer stroke, they often can look silly. Even swimmers have issues with this stroke.
Target the Key Areas of Tactical Fitness With This Challenging Workout This is not a normal strength plan, as tactical athletes are not your normal athletes.
How to Boost Your Strength and Size for Special Operations Training Preparing for any special operations selection involves making sure you have no weaknesses and have properly developed your...
5 Tips for a Guilt-Free Thanksgiving Feast If you are considering making Thanksgiving your "cheat day" and combining eating a masterfully prepared meal with sitting...
This Workout Will Help You Ramp Up Your Tactical Fitness “Good at everything” is the basic training dogma of those working to become a completely well-rounded athlete.
Struggling with a Military Fitness Test? Here’s How to Find Another Way Forward Whatever the challenge, look for another way to get there if something does not work for you and you fail to meet the...
