The elementary sidestroke or the combat sidestroke (here’s video showing the difference) has what is called a “strong side” and a “weak side.” It’s like being right- or left-handed: one side will feel ...

The Navy SEAL Physical Screening Test (PST) is the first step for anyone looking to join Naval Special Warfare, and one of the biggest challenges is the 500-yard swim using the Combat Sidestroke (CSS) ...

When taking the Navy Physical Screening Test -- the common fitness test for jobs in the Navy that require swimming and diving -- you get a few options on how to swim. For jobs on the special ...

The U.S. Army is making changes to their physical fitness requirements for all soldiers, introducing new gender-neutral standards while eliminating one of its most criticized events. On Monday, the ...

The Army can raise the bar on minimum fitness standards for close-combat jobs and also must establish clear consequences for soldiers who fall short, according to the recommendations from a new study ...