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Fitness

PT standards, workout programs, nutrition, and training advice for service members and veterans.

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An all gain, no pain infantry-ready workout, from beginner to advanced

By Adam Gramegna

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Teddy Roosevelt is the reason for military PT tests

By Blake Stilwell

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Peacock performs Hand Release Push-Up Arm Extensions while being observed by U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Danny Gonzalez, a Master Fitness Trainer get in shape 2026 fitness test

A master fitness trainer’s guide to getting in military shape for 2026

By Adam Gramegna

BUCKLEY SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – Airman Seana McCantes of the 460th Medical Group, executes a deadlift exercise inside the fitness center weight room at Buckley. The fitness center offers 24/7 access, group exercise classes, cardio rooms and a 4,600 square foot weight room, among other health and wellness services through the 460th Force Support Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Craig Z. Rodarte)

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Philip Reuer, the Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) High Intensity-Tactical Training workout (HITT) coordinator for Camp Courtney IronWorks gym, instructs U.S. Marines and SOFA status civilians on proper stretching during a HITT class at Camp Courtney, Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 26, 2021. Reuer leads HITT classes on Mondays and Thursdays at the IronWorks gym, teaching Marines, Sailors and SOFA status personnel how to properly workout. At each HITT class Reuer tailors workouts to each person so they can learn how to strengthen their bodies no matter what level they are at. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Francesca Landis)

Installation fitness programs you might not know about

By Jessica Evans

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6 tips from a Marine infantryman to prepare yourself for boot camp

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Why martial arts are still important to the military

By Vegim Krelani

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5 tips for mental toughness from a grunt

By Uncle Walkie

The Army changed its infamous body composition ‘tape test’

By Miguel Ortiz

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Here’s what happens to the body when you pull a muscle

By Tim Kirkpatrick

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6 of the most common infantry training injuries

By Tim Kirkpatrick

Why the Marine Corps is unapologetically obsessed with pull-ups

Sun’s out, guns out! Here are the military cadences you need to get in shape

Sun’s out, guns out! Here are the military cadences you need to get in shape

By Jessica Evans

3 reasons why yelling cadences will get you through a tough workout

3 reasons why yelling cadences will get you through a tough workout

By Tim Kirkpatrick

4 ways to make ‘planking’ easier

4 ways to make ‘planking’ easier

By Tim Kirkpatrick

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Can you handle this 7-minute exercise routine?

By Tim Kirkpatrick

6 stupid simple steps to achieving stronger pull-ups

6 stupid simple steps to achieving stronger pull-ups

What type of exercise burns the most fat?

What type of exercise burns the most fat?

By Michael Gregory

5 things you should know about Marine Corps Martial Arts Program

5 things you should know about Marine Corps Martial Arts Program

How to actually use that back extension machine

How to actually use that back extension machine

By Michael Gregory