Sustaining Phase PRT Schedules

The operational units utilize the sustaining phase PRT schedules detailed below.

SCHEDULE OVERVIEW

• PRT Frequency: PRT should be conducted four to five days per week as stipulated by AR 350-1.
• Variability: Unlike the toughening phase, the sustaining phase varies activities weekly. This approach ensures a diverse range of PRT activities while aligning the training closely with the physical requirements essential for C- and/or D-METL performance.
• Sample Sustaining Phase PRT Daily Session: The Sustaining Phase PRT Daily Session Overview (Table 5-9) provides an example of activity sequencing and session purpose. However, it doesn’t encompass all sustaining phase activities.
• Sequence of Training: Tables 5-10 through 5-14 describe the ordered sequence of training tailored for unit PRT during phases of ARFORGEN.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR SUSTAINING PHASE

• Duration: PRT sessions ideally should span between 60 to 90 minutes, ensuring all components receive adequate conditioning.
• Substitutions: Foot marching, whether under fighting or approach march load, can replace sustained running.
• Speed Running: This activity must be conducted at least once a week. If it’s done only once, it’s best scheduled mid-week.
• APFT: It’s recommended to conduct the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) on Mondays to guarantee both sufficient recovery and optimal performance.
• Post-deployment Assessments: After deployment, a 1-mile unit run is a useful metric. It highlights detraining and facilitates reassignment based on ability groups.
• FTXs: During Field Training Exercises (FTXs), units should refer to the FTX or deployment PRT schedules.
• Further Guidance: For Soldiers who don’t meet standards or have a medical profile, Chapter 6 provides sample training schedules. These pertain to those who:
  • Fail AWCP standards.
  • Don’t meet APFT standards or unit goals.
  • Have a temporary or permanent physical profile.

Weekly Training Army PRT Schedule for Soldiers

Monday: Endurance and Mobility Training

Monday Training Schedule

Preparation:

• PD (Preparation Drill): This drill readies and conditions the body for a variety of body management competencies.

Activities:

• MMD 1&2 (Military Movement Drills 1 and 2): Designed to improve running form while preparing the Soldier for sustained and speed running.
• Running Options:
  • AGR (Ability Group Run)
  • RR (Release Run)
  • HR (Hill Repeats)
  • TR (Terrain Run)

Recovery:

• RD (Recovery Drill): Helps safely return Soldiers to a pre-exercise state while also improving mobility.

Purpose: Improve the endurance and mobility needed for the successful performance of WTBDs.

Tuesday: Strength and Mobility Training

Tuesday Training Schedule

Preparation:

• PD (Preparation Drill): Readies and conditions the body for a variety of body management competencies.

Activities:

• GD (Guerrilla Drill): This drill is focused on developing functional mobility for the performance of combatives and the ability to carry another Soldier.
• CD 1&2 (Conditioning Drills 1 & 2): These are intermediate and advanced exercises designed to functionally train the upper body and trunk muscular strength and endurance needed to perform WTBDs.
• CL 1 (Climbing Drill 1): Aims at improving the upper body and trunk strength needed for manipulating body weight.
• Exercise Options:
  • PSD (Push-up and Sit-up Drill): Specifically aims to improve APFT performance.
  • STC (Strength Training Circuit): Works on developing total body strength and movement proficiency.

Recovery:

• RD (Recovery Drill)

Purpose: Focuses on improving the strength and mobility required for successful performance of WTBDs.

Wednesday: Conditioning Training

Wednesday Training Schedule

Preparation:

• PD (Preparation Drill)

Activities:

• MMD 1&2 (Military Movement Drills 1 & 2)
• 60:120s: Enhances speed and anaerobic power through sustained high intensity running with intermittent recovery periods.
• 300 yd SR (Shuttle Run): Aims at developing anaerobic endurance and functional mobility.

Recovery:

• RD (Recovery Drill)

Purpose: Enhances conditioning required for successful performance WTBDs, such as individual movement techniques and moving under fire.

Thursday: Strength and Mobility Training

Thursday Training Schedule

Preparation:

• PD (Preparation Drill)

Activities:

• GD (Guerrilla Drill)
• CD 3 (Conditioning Drill 3): Advanced exercises targeting upper body and trunk strength.
• Climbing Options:
  • CL 1&2 (Climbing Drills 1 & 2): Designed to improve upper body and trunk strength needed for manipulating body weight.
• Exercise Options:
  • STC (Strength Training Circuit)
  • PSD (Push-up and Sit-up Drill)

Recovery:

• RD (Recovery Drill)

Purpose: Enhances the strength and mobility required for the successful performance of WTBDs.

Friday: Endurance and Mobility Training

Friday Training Schedule

Preparation:

• PD (Preparation Drill)

Activities:

• MMD 1&2 (Military Movement Drills 1&2)
• Running Options:
  • AGR (Ability Group Run)
  • RR (Release Run)
  • HR (Hill Repeats)
  • TR (Terrain Run)
• 10K FM w/aml (Foot March with approach march load): Designed to improve the muscular and aerobic endurance needed for foot marching under load.

Recovery:

• RD (Recovery Drill)

Purpose: Aims at improving the endurance and mobility necessary for the successful performance of WTBDs.

Key to Abbreviations:

• PD: Preparation Drill
• RD: Recovery Drill
• CD: Conditioning Drill
• CL: Climbing Drill
• PSD: Push-up/Sit-up Drill
• SR: Shuttle Run
• AGR: Ability Group Run
• RR: Release Run
• HR: Hill Repeats
• TR: Terrain Run
• STC: Strength Training Circuit
• GD: Guerrilla Drill
• MMD: Military Movement Drills
• FM-aml: Foot March approach march load

By adhering to this schedule, soldiers can ensure they are prepared physically and mentally for their duties and challenges.

Weekly PRT Training Schedule Summary

Table 5-9. Sustaining phase PRT daily session overview (ARFORGEN)

Table 5-10. Unit PRT reset schedule, Month 1 (click to enlarge)

Table 5-10. Unit PRT reset schedule, Month 2 (continued) (click to enlarge)

Table 5-10. Unit PRT reset schedule, Month 3 (continued) (click to enlarge)

Table 5-10. Unit PRT reset schedule, Month 4 (continued) (click to enlarge)

Table 5-10. Unit PRT reset schedule, Month 5 (continued) (click to enlarge)

Table 5-10. Unit PRT reset schedule, Month 6 (continued) (click to enlarge)

Table 5-11. Unit PRT train/ready schedule, Month 1. (click to enlarge)

Table 5-11. Unit PRT train/ready schedule, Months 2 through 6 (continued) (click to enlarge)

Table 5-12. Unit PRT, available schedule. (click to enlarge)

Table 5-13. Deployed PRT, collective schedule (click to enlarge)

Table 5-14. Deployed PRT, individual schedule (click to enlarge)

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