Breaking BUD/S: How Regular Guys Can Become Navy SEALS

Compare these scores to the bare minimum scores an officer hopeful must surpass in order to be considered competitive:

500yd Swim - 9:00

Pushups - 100

Sit-ups - 100

Pull-ups - 20

1.5mi Run - 9:00

An officer applicant who submits these scores would be at the bottom of the stack and would need to distinguish himself further to be seriously considered. A more likely selectee would furnish scores like these:

500yd Swim - 7:00

Pushups - 120

Sit-ups - 120

Pull-ups - 30

1.5mi Run - 8:00

Let me be clear: If you can pass the SEAL Challenge, you are fit enough to complete BUD/S.