Military Movement Drill 1 is a dynamic preparation activity for the more vigorous endurance and mobility activities in physical training.
It develops motor coordination in multiple planes for foot movement at varying speeds over the ground.
The Military Movement Drill 1 exercises consists of the following exercises:
- Vertical
- Lateral
- Shuttle Sprint
VERTICAL
The Vertical is the first exercise in Military Movement Drill 1.
This exercise improves single leg jumping and landing skill in preparation for more vigorous training, testing, and combat activities.
Figure 8-1 breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:
Starting Position
The starting position is the Straddle Stance position with staggered legs with the right foot forward.
The right heel is even with the toes of the left foot.
The head is up looking straight ahead and the knees are slightly bent.
The left arm is forward.
Movement
● From the starting position, swing the left thigh up to 90 degrees and the right arm forward before stepping forward with the left foot.
● As the left foot comes to the ground, raise the right thigh to 90 degrees and the left arm forward before stepping forward with the right foot.
Repetitions
● Repeat this motion down a 25-meter course before stopping.
Repeat once to return to the start line.
Figure 8-1. MMD1.1 Vertical
LATERAL
The Lateral is the second exercise in Military Movement Drill 1.
It is the third leg of the Sprint-Drag-Carry event in the AFT.
This exercise develops the ability to move laterally in preparation for more vigorous training, testing, and combat activities.
Figure 8-2 shows the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:
Starting Position
The starting position is the Straddle Stance, with left side facing the direction of movement.
Crouch slightly with elbows bent to 90 degrees and palms facing forward.
Movement
● From the starting position, step out with the lead leg and then bring the trail leg up and toward the lead leg.
● The Soldier always faces the same direction so that the for the first 25 meters he or she is moving to the left and for the second 25 meters is moving to the right.
Additional Guidance
● As skill improves, the Soldier may increase speed.
Figure 8-2. MMD1.2 Lateral
SHUTTLE SPRINT
The Shuttle Sprint is the third exercise in Military Movement Drill 1.
This exercise prepares the Soldier for more vigorous endurance and agility activities.
Figure 8-3 breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:
Starting Position
The starting position is the Straddle Stance position with staggered legs, with the right foot forward.
The right heel is even with the toes of the left foot.
The head is up looking straight ahead and the knees are slightly bent.
The left arm is forward.
Movement
● From the starting position, run quickly to the 25-meter turn-around point.
● Turn clockwise while planting the left foot and bending and squatting to touch the ground with the left hand.
● Run quickly back to the starting line and plant the right foot, then turn counter-clockwise and touch the ground with the right hand.
● Run back to the 25-meter turn-around accelerating to maximum speed through the finish.
Figure 8-3. MMD1.3 Shuttle Sprint