Skip to Content

Training Program

TRAINING PROGRAM This chapter introduces the elements and resources used in the Army Physical Readiness Training Program. AR 350-1, ARMY TRAINING AND LEADER DEVELOPMENT This regulation prescribes policy and procedure for the conduct of the Army Physical Fitness Training Program. Who does AR 350-1 Apply to? AR 350-1 applies to all Soldiers, functional branches, units, …

Read More about Training Program

Approach

Military history, spanning centuries and continents, echoes a singular truth: an army’s might is essentially determined by the physical condition of its soldiers.  Decoding the Physical Demands of Modern Warfare Modern warfare, with its rapid advancements in technology and strategy, demands unparalleled physical prowess from soldiers. The dynamic nature of contemporary combat scenarios presents multifaceted …

Read More about Approach

Principles of Training

PRINCIPLES OF TRAINING The Army’s approach to PRT links directly to its seven principles of training (ADP 7-0). Leaders must understand how these Army training principles (see Table 1-1) and PRT relate to improving war-fighting capabilities.  Table 1-1 Principles of Training COMMANDERS AND OTHER LEADERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR TRAINING Physical readiness training is the commander’s …

Read More about Principles of Training