PURPOSE
The Shuttle Sprint is the third exercise in Military Movement Drill 1.
This exercise prepares the Soldier for more vigorous endurance and agility activities.
The figure above breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it.
CADENCE
Moderate cadence
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.
COUNT
● 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.
CHECK POINTS:
● Soldiers should slow their movement before planting feet and changing direction.
● Soldiers should squat while bending the trunk when reaching to touch the ground as they change direction.
● Soldiers touch the ground with their left hand on the first turn, then with their right hand on the second turn.
● Accelerate to near maximum speed during the last 25-yard interval.
PRECAUTION:
Soldiers should use caution when performing this exercise on wet terrain