FITNESS ARTICLES
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...