warming up for a sprint workout
Conditioning

THE NEED FOR SPEED - 7 TIPS TO INCREASE YOUR SPRINT

Sprinting is a fundamental skill. Like swimming, being able to build a fire, and make a shelter, it’s a skill that could save your life. Sprinting is also a kick-ass workout! However, before you he...
lifting dumbbells from a weight rack
Conditioning

SHOULD I TRAIN WHEN I'M SICK?

People who exercise regularly can be a pretty stubborn bunch. I should know; I’m one of them! That stubbornness is a good thing when it comes to training consistently but can cause problems when yo...
how to get better at climbing a rope
Mobility

MASTER THE ROPE CLIMB

Rope climbing is a skill required by most branches of the armed services. In the UK's Royal Marines, recruits must be able to climb a 30-foot rope while carrying over 30-pounds of kit. This is not ...
How to prepare your feet for selection with the right boots and socks
Training

FEET PREPARATIONS FOR SELECTION

Blisters and other foot problems can bring even the fittest, strongest person to their knees. I don’t care how tough you think you are, if your feet start to breakdown, the rest of you won’t be far...
Grip workout with a rope
Training

GET A GRIP! - 5 WAYS TO GET A VICE LIKE GRIP

When performing feats of strength, you are only as strong as your weakest link. For many people, that weak link is their grip. It doesn’t matter how big your biceps or how sculpted your triceps are...
military member doing a pullup workout to increase maximum reps
Training

THIS 1 TRICK WILL ADD REPS TO YOUR PUSH-UP's & PULL-UP's

How many pull-ups and push-ups can you do? 10? 20? 50? Whatever the number is, your answer should be "not enough!" After all, there is always room for improvement. These exercises are so beneficial...
tying shoes before running to help prevent injuries
Training

FOUR WAYS TO PREVENT INJURY WHEN RUNNING

Running is arguably the best way to develop cardiovascular fitness for military operations. It’s functional, scalable, accessible, and requires no specialist equipment or skill. It’s no wonder that...