Tactical Fitness: How to Prep for Cold-Water Training Most candidates for special ops don't need to be told how to prepare. But sometimes they need to be told what not to do.
Tactical Fitness: Attending BUD/S at 18 Are 18-year-olds generally ready for the rigors of BUD/S? Military.com tactical fitness expert Stew Smith answers a question...
US Navy SEALs, Cyprus Special Forces Hold Anti-Terror Drill The U.S. decided for the first time last year to provide military education and training funding to Cyprus.
Ask Stew: Older Guy Wants to Join Special Ops The term "older guy" is used often for someone in their late 20s who is nearing the age cutoff for recruits to enter SEAL...
How to Prepare for Special Operations Drownproofing Tests The Navy SEAL drownproofing test is a shock for any special operations candidate who did not practice these events in a...
Ask Stew: Is There a Backlog in Navy Special Warfare Recruiting? It’s now more competitive to get into these programs, because the Navy simply needs fewer SEALs than it did over the past...
An Overview of Special Ops Prep Courses and Pre-Selection Programs Navy SEAL veteran Stew Smith, Military.com's tactical fitness expert, gives an overview of special-ops preparation courses.
Navy's Top Admiral Said SEALs Had 'Character and Ethics' Issues The evaluation of special forces found that unrelenting demand has taken a toll across special warfare units.
Tactical Fitness: What to Do with Three Years to Train for PJs or SEALs? Are you planning on joining the military once you graduate from school? Stew Smith explains how to use your time best to...
Navy SEALs: Background and Brief History Navy SEALs are named after the environment in which they operate and are the foundation of Naval Special Warfare combat...
The Space Force Unveils its New, Sci-Fi Worthy Uniform The uniform is a marked departure from the dress blues of the Air Force, from which the Space Force was spun off in 2019.
Retirees to Pay More for Tricare Enrollment While Pharmacy Copays Rise for All in 2022 An expected boost to the annual cost of living adjustment means retirees will see larger retirement checks but also bigger...
The Space Force Finally Has Its Own Rank Insignia The design borrows heavily from the Air Force, with a white and blue color scheme and stripes as an homage to Gen. Hoyt...
All GI Bill Users Soon Will Be Required to Contact the VA Each Month to Receive Payment If you don't verify your attendance, you don't get any money.
What Happens to Soldiers Who Refuse the COVID Vaccine? Soldiers have limited options to refuse the COVID-19 vaccine, and may have a hard time claiming an exemption.
