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Two Mile Run Training: Run a Faster Time | Combat Fitness

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Published on: 06/10/2026

A faster two mile run comes from aerobic base, threshold work, and even pacing, not more junk miles. See average times and service standards, then train for it.

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24th Special Tactics Squadron + All 10 ST Squadrons

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Published on: 06/10/2026

The 24th Special Tactics Squadron is the Air Force's JSOC unit. See its mission, how operators join, and all 10 special tactics squadrons. Train for selection.

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Hand Release Push-Ups: Form, AFT and Air Force Standards

Combat Fitness

Published on: 10/09/2026

Hand release push-ups are scored on the Army AFT and offered on the Air Force PT test. Get the form cues, no-rep faults, and rep standards. Train for it.

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UBRR Test: Upper Body Round Robin Standards & Scoring

Combat Fitness

Published on: 09/09/2026

The UBRR is the nine-event SOF fitness test scored on 1,100 points. Get every event in order, the full points table, and a 12-week plan. Train for it.

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