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A soldier strains while lifting heavy weights into the air in a dimly lit gym as fellow soldiers watch from the side.

Load the Bar

A soldier assigned to the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as "The Old Guard," participates in a strongman competition during Legacy Week at Fort Myer, Va., Aug. 7, 2026. Legacy Week recognizes the regiment's history while fostering physical readiness, teamwork and esprit de corps.

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