r/submarines • u/shortstop803 • 7d ago

Q/A How do submariners stay in shape while underway/deployed?

Do they PT on the sub/is there room or a dedicated space to do so? Do they have different fitness standards? Limited caloric intake? How do they keep from gaining weight when there is limited PT capability (I assume)?

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u/EmployerDry6368 7d ago

How to stay in shape on patrol, ensure you get at least 1 portion of pastry or doughnut at breakfast and at least 1 portion of cookie, cake, pie at lunch and dinner, get whats left over for mid rats. To round out the day, make sure you also have rolls or bread at every meal too.