Archive for the ‘Physical Screening’ category

The Navy SEALs are the elite of the elite forces of the US Navy. Because of the exclusivity and the prestige that comes with being a Navy SEAL, it is not surprising for young men who join the Navy to at least try for the SEALs. Qualifying for the SEALs is often seen [...]

Do you want to become part of the Navy SEALs, one of the most elite groups among the military forces of the United States? There are many young men out there who are inspired to join the Navy, if not the Navy SEALs, because of the prestige that being part of the navy brings. [...]

Members of the Navy SWCC or the Special Warfare Combatant-craft Crewmen may not enjoy as much of a spotlight as the members of the Navy SEALs, but their job is just as complex and their training is just as tough. Besides, given that their primary function is to operate and maintain the war boats [...]

Becoming a US Navy SEAL is not a walk in the park; but then if you want to become a SEAL you will need to start somewhere. There are specific requirements that you need to meet in order to enter a Navy SEAL program. The US Navy SEAL program consists of 12 months of pre-SEAL [...]

A candidate appearing for the Navy SEAL trainee selection should pass the Diver/Physical Screening Test or PST. The candidate should exceed the minimum standards set for each physical activity. The minimum requirements of the PST are enumerated below.

The candidate wishing to become a Navy SEAL should swim 500 yards or 460 meters in side stroke [...]

If a person wishes to become a Navy SEAL, the candidate must meet the under mentioned criteria.

The candidate must be a US citizen.

The candidate should be a male within 18 and 28 years of age. However, 17 year old persons could be considered with the permission of their parents.

Should meet certain eyesight requirements.

Should [...]

The PST is only a test to ensure you are fit enough to start physical training as part of the SEAL training process. The PST is strictly administered with no waiver allowed and no deviation from the format. The good news is that it is fairly easy if you train but you will soon learn [...]