RECONDITIONING Injuries, illnesses, and other medical setbacks pose challenges to the military’s readiness. It’s crucial for leaders to understand and manage injury risks while conducting rigorous training. INJURIES EXPLAINED Focus on Musculoskeletal Conditions: These injuries are most impacted by proper PRT practices. Note: According to the DoD Injury Surveillance and Prevention Work Group, injuries are …
RECOVERY DRILL, EXERCISE 4: THIGH STRETCH Purpose: This exercise develops flexibility of the front of the thigh and the hip flexor muscles (Figure 6-102). Starting Position: Seated position, arms at sides and palms on the ground. Position 1: On the command, “Ready, STRETCH,” roll onto the right side and place the right forearm on the ground, perpendicular to …
RECOVERY DRILL, EXERCISE 1: OVERHEAD ARM PULL Purpose: This exercise develops flexibility of the arms, shoulders, and trunk muscles (Figure 6-94 ). Starting Position: Straddle stance with hands on hips. Position 1: On the command, “Ready, STRETCH,” raise the left arm overhead and place the left hand behind the head. Grasp above the left elbow with the right hand …
PREPARATION DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 1: MODIFIED BEND AND REACH The instructor may modify the bend and reach by decreasing the range of motion and limiting the use of the arms. The Soldier may use the modifications shown in Figure 6-57 to exercise within physical profile limitations. The Soldier gradually increases the range of motion and works …
PREPARATION DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 2: MODIFIED REAR LUNGE The rear lunge can be modified (Figure 6-59) by decreasing the range of motion at which it is performed. As with all lunges, the amount of knee bend may be restricted for the rear lunge. The feet may be closer together. Concentrate on trying to gradually lower the …
PREPARATION DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 8: MODIFIED PRONE ROW The instructor may modify the prone row by decreasing the range of motion and limiting the use of the arms. The Soldier assumes the starting position using his hands to assist in lowering the body, and then steps back into the six-point stance before lowering the body to …
RECOVERY DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 3: MODIFIED EXTEND AND FLEX The instructor may modify this exercise by using a standing (Figure 6-99) or prone position. The Soldier may assume the starting position for the extend and flex using the prone position. To do so, the Soldier steps back into the front leaning rest position (Figure 6-100) instead …
PREPARATION DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 3: MODIFIED HIGH JUMPER The instructor may modify the high jumper by decreasing the range of motion and limiting the use of the arms. The Soldier may use the modifications shown in Figure 6-61 to exercise within physical profile limitations. The Soldier gradually increases the range of motion and works toward the …
PREPARATION DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 10: MODIFIED PUSH-UP The Soldier performs the modified push-up in the six-point stance. The Soldier assumes the starting position, using his hands to assist in lowering his body, and then steps back into the six-point stance. Range of movement may be limited throughout the exercise. Over time, the Soldier gradually increases the …
PREPARATION DRILL, MODIFIED EXERCISE 4: MODIFIED ROWER The instructor may modify the rower by decreasing the range of motion or limiting the use of the arms. The Soldier may use the modifications shown in Figure 6-63 and Figure 6-64 to exercise within physical profile limitations. The Soldier gradually increases the range of motion and works toward …