Military Workouts, Military Fitness Articles and Resources

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Physical fitness is an important part of being in the military. Reach your full physical potential with military workouts and fitness tips.

Ask Stew: How Should I Train the Week Before My AFSW Fitness Test?

3 Ways to Put on the Brakes Before You Break Yourself

The End of Daylight Saving Time Dilemma: How Do You Spend the Extra Hour?

A senior airman completes one minute of traditional push-ups during a physical fitness test.

Try This Workout for Advanced-Level Pull-up and Push-up Improvement

Ask Stew: How Can I Add Extra Workouts During Navy Boot Camp?

How to Crush Your Timed Runs with Run and Leg Workouts

(U.S. Air Force/Staff Sgt. Joshua J. Garcia)

5 Ways to Know When to Add Cardio or Lifts to Your Training Plan

Ask Stew: Where Should I Place Swimming in My Workout Schedule?

Seabees ride stationary bikes in the gym at Camp Natasha, Afghanistan.

Here's a 30-Day Challenge That Can Be Started Right Now

Trainer: Stew Smith, Navy SEAL

With years of experience as a Navy SEAL and certified strength and conditioning specialist, Stew Smith provides coaching to help you reach your full fitness potential.

Marine recruits go through swim qualifications at Parris Island.

Explaining the Three Phases of Tactical Fitness

There are three phases of tactical fitness for the student, candidate and the active-duty member, and each of them is...

How to Prepare for Soft Sand Running

A Naval ROTC midshipman participates in a swimming exercise.

Ask Stew: Should I Change My Training If I'm Using a 25-Yard Instead of a 50-Meter Pool?

Ask Stew: How Can I Add Extra Workouts During Navy Boot Camp?

Ask Stew: Are Combative Sports Good Preparation for Military Service?

Here's the No. 1 Reason Why People Fail Special Ops Training

Workout of the Week: Pull Day With a Swim Bonus

Latest In Military Fitness

What do you need to know about military fitness? Read about the latest in fitness trends, military fitness news and all the information you need to get through your military PT test and workouts.

Ask Stew: Workout Do's and Don'ts for Those Trying to Max Out Pull-ups

A group of 324th Training Squadron basic trainees perform formation and parade drills in preparation of their graduation on Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force/Master Sgt. Cecilio Ricardo)

How New Recruits Can Handle the Information Overload of Joining the Military

Friday Favorite Workout — Core and Cardio Day

Chief damage controllman gets in a workout.

Ask Stew: What Are the Best Routines to Put on Muscle Mass?

Soldiers participate in the Army Combat Fitness Test.

How Military Recruits Can Overcome Fitness Test Issues

Thanksgiving Day Workouts: What Is Your Favorite Activity?

Featured Fitness Video

Are you ready to learn what you need to know about military fitness? Watch our featured military fitness video for tips, tricks and information.

Military Health and Wellness

Beets, placed on a plate, are a key healthy ingredient.

Four Powerful Ways to Improve Your Health … with Herbs

Eating right mix of fats, carbs and proteins is key to a ketogenic diet.

Ask Stew: Does a Keto Diet or Fasting Work Best?

Training with Mobility: Assessing Movement and Performance

A Cooking Matters tour participant looks at heath-food options

10 Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Training and Nutrition

Captain works on physical fitness in Afghanistan

Here's the Best Way to Honor the Fallen

How to Deal with Failure: Reframe and Move Forward

Face of Defense: Bodybuilding Helps Airman to Maintain Focus

Woman drinks water after workout to stay hydrated.

Dehydration Can Cause Lethargy, Dizziness and So Many More Issues

Special Operations Fitness

A career in Special Operations means an extra focus on military fitness. Learn everything you need to know about Special Operations fitness in this section.