Whether enlisting in the Army, Navy, Marines or Air Force, a potential
soldier's physical fitness is evaluated and enhanced through various
workout programs. Even those who simply want to be as fit as a soldier
can transform their bodies into combat machines by completing military
workouts. Just be aware that military fitness has different goals with a
combination of exercises that build strength, flexibility and stamina.
Keep Military Time
Military life means early morning workouts, so prepare to be an early bird. Basic training workouts begin around 5:00 a.m. In basic training, recruits run a few laps, stretch, and perform a series of calisthenics, such as pushups and jumping jacks. You'll also need to work in pull-ups, sit ups, lunges, running and other exercises that challenge all of the major muscle groups. That's not to say that you're daily workouts are over. Soldiers often work their bodies at different intervals during the day.
The Ruck March
The Ruck March, according to Military.com, requires fast-paced walking carrying at least 45 pounds. As if extra weight wasn't enough, this hike happens off-road on rough terrain. Adding weight and picking up the pace means you'll burn more calories. Walking on loose dirt, grass, sand, gravel and other uneven surfaces requires more balance and use of additional muscles. If you want to be soldier-fit, you'll have to dig in and put your body to the test.
The 2-Mile Army Run
Endurance is an important component of military fitness, which is why Army recruits must complete a 2-mile run in at least 13 minutes for men and 15.5 minutes for women. At a steady pace, that's a speed of 6-9 mph, depending on age and gender. Military.com suggests a 6-week training plan for beginners to even become fit enough to begin training for the 2-mile run. It recommends using a treadmill. Machines that offer programmed workouts and manual speed control can help you incrementally improve your fitness.
Combine Your Workouts
Military conditioning uses a combination of cardiovascular, flexibility and resistance training. Accomplish this mix through circuit training, wherein you perform a series of exercises in immediate succession. Don't take a break between exercises; just move from one exercise to the next until the entire series is complete. Most military circuit training programs are 20-30 minutes and combine exercises such as pullups, situps, jogging in place, bicep curls, jumping jacks, bench presses, and dips. You may do each exercise for one or two minutes, or until you reach your limit. Just put in the time.
When you feel like your arms or legs will break, the sweat is burning your eyes and you hear that voice telling you can't do anymore, just remember that your mind will give in long before your body does. Buck up, soldier. You can do it.
Keep Military Time
Military life means early morning workouts, so prepare to be an early bird. Basic training workouts begin around 5:00 a.m. In basic training, recruits run a few laps, stretch, and perform a series of calisthenics, such as pushups and jumping jacks. You'll also need to work in pull-ups, sit ups, lunges, running and other exercises that challenge all of the major muscle groups. That's not to say that you're daily workouts are over. Soldiers often work their bodies at different intervals during the day.
The Ruck March
The Ruck March, according to Military.com, requires fast-paced walking carrying at least 45 pounds. As if extra weight wasn't enough, this hike happens off-road on rough terrain. Adding weight and picking up the pace means you'll burn more calories. Walking on loose dirt, grass, sand, gravel and other uneven surfaces requires more balance and use of additional muscles. If you want to be soldier-fit, you'll have to dig in and put your body to the test.
The 2-Mile Army Run
Endurance is an important component of military fitness, which is why Army recruits must complete a 2-mile run in at least 13 minutes for men and 15.5 minutes for women. At a steady pace, that's a speed of 6-9 mph, depending on age and gender. Military.com suggests a 6-week training plan for beginners to even become fit enough to begin training for the 2-mile run. It recommends using a treadmill. Machines that offer programmed workouts and manual speed control can help you incrementally improve your fitness.
Combine Your Workouts
Military conditioning uses a combination of cardiovascular, flexibility and resistance training. Accomplish this mix through circuit training, wherein you perform a series of exercises in immediate succession. Don't take a break between exercises; just move from one exercise to the next until the entire series is complete. Most military circuit training programs are 20-30 minutes and combine exercises such as pullups, situps, jogging in place, bicep curls, jumping jacks, bench presses, and dips. You may do each exercise for one or two minutes, or until you reach your limit. Just put in the time.
When you feel like your arms or legs will break, the sweat is burning your eyes and you hear that voice telling you can't do anymore, just remember that your mind will give in long before your body does. Buck up, soldier. You can do it.
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