Introduction From a military fitness perspective, getting into ‘military shape’ is more than just a regular workout routine. Not only do you have to think about building strength and endurance, but also mental toughness. It is essential to be mentally (as well as physically) tough to be able to make it in the military. You… Read More
Introduction Unsurprisingly, successful applicants to most US military programmes will need to be committed to staying in shape. Not only due to the physically demanding nature of military roles, but also because regimented workout routines demonstrate dedication to personal development. Engaging in appropriate exercise routines can improve both your physical and mental health. Decreasing the… Read More
Introduction Physical fitness is an integral part of being in the military because it helps personnel to perform their jobs well and safely. This is why the military has set standards for how fit all members must be. But meeting these standards is not just for military personnel. Understanding military fitness standards can also help… Read More
Introduction When planning to take the path to a challenging career in the military, transitioning from your old sedentary lifestyle to being ready and active may take a while and effort to achieve it. Without patience, you may risk arriving at the training camp unprepared and failing to reach the requirements. In some instances, even… Read More
A £9m fitness complex has been completed at the Britannia Royal Naval College and handed over to the Royal Navy to fit out. The first fitness lessons took place in October 2020 and while civilians making the transition to naval officer will be the principal users, a second batch of ratings training at Dartmouth to… Read More
British Army Warrior Fitness (BAWF) will become the latest athletic initiative to embrace the virtual realm when it launches a new online competition later this month. For the past four years the set-up has staged regular team events to test the cardiovascular and endurance capabilities of personnel, but with Covid-19 making such gatherings a non-starter… Read More
Research Paper Title Association of Psychological Stress with Physical Fitness in a Military Cohort: The CHIEF Study. Background Psychological stress is associated with sedentary behaviour, which may impair exercise performance. The aim of the study was to examine the association between psychological stress and physical fitness in military personnel. Methods A military cohort of 4080… Read More
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