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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

 Activity/ExerciseDescription
PreparationPDPreparation Drill
ActivitiesMMD 1&2Military Movement Drills 1 and 2
 AGR/RR/HR/TRAbility Group Run/Release Run/Hill Repeats/Terrain Run
RecoveryRDRecovery 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/ExerciseDescription
PreparationPDPreparation Drill
ActivitiesGDGuerrilla Drill
 CD 1&2Conditioning Drills 1 & 2
 CL 1Climbing Drill 1
 PSD/STCPush-up and Sit-up Drill/Strength Training Circuit
RecoveryRDRecovery 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/ExerciseDescription
PreparationPDPreparation Drill
ActivitiesMMD 1&2Military Movement Drills 1 and 2
 60:120sHigh intensity running with intermittent recovery
 300 yd SR300-yd Shuttle Run
RecoveryRDRecovery 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/ExerciseDescription
PreparationPDPreparation Drill
ActivitiesGDGuerrilla Drill
 CD 3Conditioning Drill 3
 CL 1&2Climbing Drills 1 & 2
 STC/PSDStrength Training Circuit/Push-up and Sit-up Drill
RecoveryRDRecovery 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/ExerciseDescription
PreparationPDPreparation Drill
ActivitiesMMD 1&2Military Movement Drills 1 and 2
 AGR/RR/HR/TR/10K FM w/amlAbility Group Run/Release Run/Hill Repeats/Terrain Run/Foot March with approach march load
RecoveryRDRecovery 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

DayPreparationActivities/ExerciseDescriptionRecovery
MondayPDMMD 1&2, AGR/RR/HR/TRMilitary Movement Drills 1 & 2, Various Run OptionsRD
TuesdayPDGD, CD 1&2, CL 1, PSD/STCGuerrilla Drill, Conditioning Drills 1 & 2, Climbing Drill 1, Various Strength DrillsRD
WednesdayPDMMD 1&2,
60:120s, 300 yd SR
Military Movement Drills 1 & 2, High-intensity running, 300-yd Shuttle RunRD
ThursdayPDGD, CD 3, CL 1&2, STC/PSDGuerrilla Drill, Conditioning Drill 3, Climbing Drills 1 & 2, Various Strength DrillsRD
FridayPDMMD 1&2, AGR/RR/HR/TR/10K FM w/amlMilitary Movement Drills 1 & 2, Various Run Options including Foot March with approach march loadRD

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

MonTuesWedThursFri
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
Army PRT Schedule

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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