Battle-Focused Physical Training
1. Initiate about 3-6 weeks out.
2. Permit only squad PT, or equivalent (e.g., individual staff elements of a CP, or day/night shift; TOW sections; ammo section of a support platoon).
3. Use centralized PT planning, but always execute PT at squad (or equivalent) level.
4. Wear protective vests, helmets, and LCE/LBV with PT uniform and running shoes; avoid activities on concrete; occasionally require boots for PT.
5. Conduct TWO PT sessions per day.
- Session
No. 1: varied PT
- Session No. 2: squad-on-squad competitive sports or activities
- -- runs with or without weapons
- -- litter carry
- -- buddy carry
- -- ammo box carry
- -- low crawl
- -- zig-zag sprints
- -- obstacle course
- -- HMMWV push
- -- howitzer pull
- -- folded tent carry
- -- water can carry
- Session No. 2: squad-on-squad competitive sports or activities
6. Begin acclimation and hydration prep at least two weeks out.
- *no
air conditioning two weeks out
- *squad drinks at least a canteen of water per soldier per hour on command of squad leader during training involving physical exertion.
- * over drink water in the ISB.
- *squad drinks at least a canteen of water per soldier per hour on command of squad leader during training involving physical exertion.
7. Include short road marches (three to five miles) as part of PT. Consider using PT attire with running shoes plus:
- *LCE
with four canteens of water
- * helmet
- * protective and ammo vests
- * helmet
Maintain sustained rates of speed according to foot march FM. Focus on every man making it. DO NOT sprint or exceed foot march speeds. Note: Continue light squad PT at the ISB.
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