Strengthening the Elite: Why the U.S. Navy SEALs Physical Fitness Requirements Are Becoming More Rigorous

United States Navy SEALs are recognized as some of the most highly trained and elite soldiers in the world. Operating across sea, air, and land—as their name implies—these units carry out high-stakes, clandestine missions to ensure national security. However, the path to becoming and remaining a SEAL is becoming significantly more challenging due to recent, sweeping changes to the Navy’s physical fitness protocols.