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Get Fit to Fight Initiative

Squaddies physical readiness and wellbeing programme helps veterans, serving personnel, and supporters rebuild strength, resilience, and confidence through structured online courses and guided challenges.

"We measure success not by gym numbers, but by readiness for role." — Royal Marines PTI

About the Initiative

Get Fit to Fight Initiative combines military discipline with modern coaching to create accessible training blocks for real life. Whether you are returning to fitness, rebuilding after injury, or maintaining peak readiness, each course blends video instruction, habit tracking, and peer support.

Smart Support Hub Pilot

The Smart Support Hub is currently in pilot testing. Initial resources and guidance will be added during 2026 as new modules go live.

  • Track training progress across every course as pilot features expand.
  • Access exclusive modules and habit tools when new releases unlock.
  • Join virtual sessions with qualified fitness instructors once live cohorts begin.

Designed for different stages of readiness

  • Structured blocks that flex around work, family, and recovery.
  • Coaching that adapts to injuries, ability levels, and equipment on hand.
  • Peer accountability from veteran-led groups.

Core Principles

Progressive Structure

Start small and scale up over time with phased training blocks that build consistency.

Holistic Fitness

Strength, endurance, mobility, recovery, and mindset are woven into every rotation.

Community Support

Stay accountable with veteran-led groups, chat channels, and shared goal tracking.

Accessibility First

Train at home, outdoors, or at a local gym using minimal kit and adaptive coaching.

Course 1

Mission Ready – Foundation Phase

This 4-week introductory programme is planned for delivery through the Smart Support Hub. The Smart Support Hub is currently in pilot testing. Initial resources and guidance will be added during 2026 as new modules go live.

What’s Included

  • Live weekly Q&A sessions will open inside the Smart Support Hub as modules move from pilot to public release.
  • Mindset modules covering stress management and recovery routines.
  • Progress tracking to log workouts, habits, and milestones directly in your dashboard.
  • Mission Ready completion badge and certificate.

Requirements & Schedule

Equipment
Resistance bands, ruck or backpack (optional), and a yoga mat.
Duration
4 weeks with 3–4 guided sessions per week.
Level
Beginner-friendly and ideal for those returning to structured training.

Future Courses in Development

New modules are being developed alongside trainers and rehabilitation specialists. Upcoming releases will appear inside the Get Fit to Fight area of the Smart Support Hub.

Fitness Benchmarks

  • 2 km run under 11 mins 15s (Role Fitness Test Entry standard)
  • 4 km loaded march carrying 15–25 kg
  • Press-ups & sit-ups to Defence standard tables
  • Multi-stage fitness (bleep) test readiness

Benchmarks derived from APC 300 and Army Recruiting Group Role Fitness Test documentation.

Join the Programme

Start your training journey today. Preview the Smart Support Hub pilot experience, choose a course roadmap, or donate to widen access for the community.

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