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
Activity/Exercise | Description | |
---|---|---|
Preparation | PD | Preparation Drill |
Activities | MMD 1&2 | Military Movement Drills 1 and 2 |
AGR/RR/HR/TR | Ability Group Run/Release Run/Hill Repeats/Terrain Run | |
Recovery | RD | Recovery Drill |
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
Activity/Exercise | Description | |
---|---|---|
Preparation | PD | Preparation Drill |
Activities | GD | Guerrilla Drill |
CD 1&2 | Conditioning Drills 1 & 2 | |
CL 1 | Climbing Drill 1 | |
PSD/STC | Push-up and Sit-up Drill/Strength Training Circuit | |
Recovery | RD | Recovery Drill |
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
Activity/Exercise | Description | |
---|---|---|
Preparation | PD | Preparation Drill |
Activities | MMD 1&2 | Military Movement Drills 1 and 2 |
60:120s | High intensity running with intermittent recovery | |
300 yd SR | 300-yd Shuttle Run | |
Recovery | RD | Recovery Drill |
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
Activity/Exercise | Description | |
---|---|---|
Preparation | PD | Preparation Drill |
Activities | GD | Guerrilla Drill |
CD 3 | Conditioning Drill 3 | |
CL 1&2 | Climbing Drills 1 & 2 | |
STC/PSD | Strength Training Circuit/Push-up and Sit-up Drill | |
Recovery | RD | Recovery Drill |
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
Activity/Exercise | Description | |
---|---|---|
Preparation | PD | Preparation Drill |
Activities | MMD 1&2 | Military Movement Drills 1 and 2 |
AGR/RR/HR/TR/10K FM w/aml | Ability Group Run/Release Run/Hill Repeats/Terrain Run/Foot March with approach march load | |
Recovery | RD | Recovery Drill |
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
Day | Preparation | Activities/Exercise | Description | Recovery |
---|---|---|---|---|
Monday | PD | MMD 1&2, AGR/RR/HR/TR | Military Movement Drills 1 & 2, Various Run Options | RD |
Tuesday | PD | GD, CD 1&2, CL 1, PSD/STC | Guerrilla Drill, Conditioning Drills 1 & 2, Climbing Drill 1, Various Strength Drills | RD |
Wednesday | PD | MMD 1&2, 60:120s, 300 yd SR | Military Movement Drills 1 & 2, High-intensity running, 300-yd Shuttle Run | RD |
Thursday | PD | GD, CD 3, CL 1&2, STC/PSD | Guerrilla Drill, Conditioning Drill 3, Climbing Drills 1 & 2, Various Strength Drills | RD |
Friday | PD | MMD 1&2, AGR/RR/HR/TR/10K FM w/aml | Military Movement Drills 1 & 2, Various Run Options including Foot March with approach march load | RD |
Table 5-9. Sustaining phase PRT daily session overview (ARFORGEN)
Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri |
Prep: PD Activities: MMD 1&2, AGR or RR or HR or TR Recovery: RD | Prep: PD Activities: GD, CD 1&2, CL 1 and PSD or STC Recovery: RD | Prep: PD Activities: MMD 1&2, 60:120s and 300 yd SR Recovery: RD | Prep: PD Activities: GD, CD 3 and CL 1&2 or STC and PSD Recovery: RD | Prep: PD Activities: MMD 1&2, AGR o RR or HR or TR or 10K FM w/aml Recovery: RD |
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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