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

The specific tasks in the CFA are daunting: an 800-meter swim using fins, followed by maximum repetitions of push-ups and pull-ups. These strength exercises must be completed within a two-minute window while wearing a 9-kilogram (approximately 20-pound) weighted vest. This weighted gear simulates the heavy tactical equipment and armor that SEALs must wear during real-world missions.