Chief of Staff Zamir at IDF Commanders' Championship: Combat Fitness as an Operational Necessity

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Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir attended the IDF Commanders' Championship held in Afula. For commanders at the rank of Brigadier General and above serving in operational roles, training sessions included running, strength training, navigation and mountain biking. About 2,000 students from schools and educational frameworks in the city also took part alongside them.

Zamir stressed that IDF commanders must maintain readiness and preparedness at all times, including under the complex security situation. According to him, IDF commanders must keep their fitness even amid the ongoing campaign.

At the conclusion of the event, prizes and certificates were awarded to commanders who won the IDF combat fitness championship. Zamir said: "The persistent and fit are the ones who win in battle."