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Sample Commander’s Policy Letter

SAMPLE COMMANDER’S POLICY LETTER Refer to information below for an example of a unit PRT policy letter. Physical Readiness Training DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYHeadquarters, XX Battalion, XX InfantryXX Brigade, XX DivisionFort XXXX, XX State XX zip codeOffice Symbol Date MEMORANDUM FOR All XX Infantry Leaders and Soldiers SUBJECT: Commander’s Policy Letter # X: Physical Readiness …

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Toughening Phase PRT**

TOUGHENING PHASE PRT As described in Chapter 2, the purpose of the toughening phase is to develop foundational fitness and fundamental skills. Soldiers in BCT, one station unit training (R/W/B phases), and BOLC A are in the toughening phase. The following PRT drills and activities are scheduled during the toughening phase:

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Toughening Phase PRT Schedule

TOUGHENING PHASE PRT SCHEDULE The toughening phase PRT schedule is used in BCT and OSUT (R/W/B phases). The BOLC A leaders can use this schedule as a guide for developing PRT in their course program of instruction (POI). Physical readiness training should be conducted five to six days per week depending on the POI and …

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Planning Considerations | Army PRT 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of military training, effective planning remains the bedrock of cohesive, efficient, and effective unit training. A well-devised training plan not only enhances combat readiness but also ensures the physical and mental well-being of the soldiers. This article aims to provide commanders and Physical Readiness Training (PRT) leaders a framework to seamlessly …

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Sustaining Phase PRT Schedules

The operational units utilize the sustaining phase PRT schedules detailed below. SCHEDULE OVERVIEW SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR SUSTAINING PHASE Weekly Training Army PRT Schedule for Soldiers Monday: Endurance and Mobility Training Monday Training Schedule   Activity/Exercise Description Preparation PD Preparation Drill Activities MMD 1&2 Military Movement Drills 1 and 2   AGR/RR/HR/TR Ability Group Run/Release Run/Hill …

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Sustaining Phase PRT

SUSTAINING PHASE PRT As described in Chapter 2, the purpose of the sustaining phase is to develop a high level of physical readiness in Soldiers. Training results enable Soldiers to perform WTBDs and those physical tasks associated with the performance of their duty positions and operational missions. Soldiers in AIT, one station unit training (black …

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Session Elements

SESSION ELEMENTS PRT sessions consist of the elements of preparation, activities, and recovery. Each element includes the exercises needed to conduct performance-oriented PRT sessions that effectively address physical readiness components. PREPARATION The preparation drill (PD) is a dynamic warm-up consisting of ten exercises that appropriately prepare Soldiers for more intense PRT activities. Conduct the PD …

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Goal

GOAL The overall goal of the Army Physical Fitness Training Program is to develop Soldiers who are physically capable, ready to perform their duty assignments or combat roles and to promote good health, resiliency and physical readiness through exercise. To best plan PRT to achieve this goal, leaders must know the PRT system. Chapter 2 …

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Field Training

FIELD TRAINING Sustaining phase PRT should be conducted whenever possible within the constraints of the environment, whether on a range or during an FTX. The example schedule shown in Table 5-8 may be conducted anywhere and is not resource intensive. Table 5-8. Field training sessions (sustaining phase) Schedule Session Endurance and Mobility Preparation: PD (5 …

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