Army says fitness plan cut injuries and drug use, aids mental healthWhile the whole Army saw increases in problem areas, Holistic Health and Fitness units reported significantly lower increases across categories.By Todd South2 days ago
Advocates urge Austin to act on active duty obesity ‘epidemic’A new letter urges defense leaders to do more to prevent, identify and treat obesity in the ranks.By Karen Jowers6 days ago
OpinionHigher fitness standards will prepare soldiers for real-world problemsEarly moves to lower fitness test standards defeat the purpose of that test.By Alex Morrow3 weeks ago
New ruck built for radio operators undergoes airborne testingThe new radio ruck is expected to field in early 2025.By Todd South3 months ago
These are the new pieces of wearable tech coming to the Army in 2024A wearables pilot will track an entire brigade's fitness through smart wrist devices, chest straps and rings.By Todd South4 months ago
Bill seeks to raise fitness standards for Army close combat forcesA new version of the bill drops a controversial move back to the old fitness test.By Todd South5 months ago