“There’s still time to back out,” Lieutenant Commander Joseph Wood informs me with a grin. I’m standing opposite an assortment of heavy sand-filled “powerbags”, wooden boxes, dumbbells, kettlebells ...

The United States Navy announced Tuesday that it was increasing its annual physical fitness assessment to twice a year, starting in 2026, with the tests taking place during the two fitness assessment ...

The U.S. Navy is revamping physical fitness standards for sailors starting in 2026. Starting next year, sailors will face two fitness tests per year instead of one. The two tests will be conducted ...

Army Spc. Matthew Powell performs the plank portion of the Army Fitness Test during the Best Warrior Competition at the Washoe County Armory, Nevada, March 13, 2026. (Sgt. Adrianne Lopez/Army National ...