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PURPOSE
The Alternating foot strike is the first exercise in Running Drill 3.
The figure above shows the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:
STARTING POSITION
The starting position for the Alternating foot strike is the upright torso with hands in the ready position against the wall.
With the left leg is directly beneath the body with the foot, hips, and shoulders in alignment while balancing on the supporting leg.
COUNT
● From the starting position, with hands on the wall, the foot should draw a half a semi-circle from the ground.
● Focus on switching to support leg rapidly prior to lowering the right leg.
REPETITIONS
Repeat this exercise up to 5 times on both sides before running a short distance or 3–5 seconds.