When you wanted to enter a certain military occupational specialty (MOS) in the United States Army, you simply took the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test and met medical standards and you would be granted the opportunity to train for that particular MOS if openings were available. Times have recently changed. The United States Army …
Does it seem like you are fighting a losing battle? Is that belly fat depressing you? Let me first tell you that everyone has fat, and everyone has belly fat. Some are just able to hide it better while others have found great methods to erase belly fat. While I could tell you ways to …
There are many reasons a person may want to run faster. You may be trying to get a spot in the Olympics. Maybe you are trying to gain a starting position with the Army Black Knights football team. Or possibly you are entering a marathon and want to know you are at your fastest. Could …
We have often discussed the problem of obesity in the Army National Guard and Reserves. As a matter of act, obesity is a huge issue in the complete United States. As people realize the problem, weight loss programs and diet plans have become more important to many people. Now the issue can be choosing the …
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How exactly does a person explain the sport of rugby? If we were to try and draw you a picture, first consider the sport of soccer (football in Europe), and the sport of American football. Rugby is essentially a mix of these 2 sports. Like soccer, there is no pads or helmets except the occasional …
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Who better to demonstrate physical fitness than the United States Army? In today’s post, I am going to tell you about Strong B.A.N.D.S. and what it is. I am not writing about your favorite musical bands. It is about your physical fitness and your overall health and …
The United States Army has published an array of Field Manuals. These manuals are the bibles used to follow Army standards, and to guarantee your soldiers and your unit are operating to in the way the Army dictates. We have decided to provide some overviews of Field Manuals that the Army has published. These will …
Today, I want to share some Alternative PT Ideas for National Guard and Army Reserve Soldiers. I know that staying in shape is a HUGE challenge for many ARNG and USAR Soldiers. Look across any unit and you will find close to 20% or more of the Soldiers fail either the HT/WT or APFT, or both. …
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Obesity is a huge problem in America that has already reached the ranks in the Army. Look inside any Army Reserve or Army National Guard unit and you will quickly discover that 15% up to 40% of the unit is overweight and unable to pass the height/weight standards and/or APFT. Obesity is a huge problem …
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This month I have chosen to focus on LEG and Lower Body strengthening and conditioning. It is up to you to assess yourself and your Soldiers and determine where the weaknesses lie. If rucking seems to be the most difficult aspect of training and/or your Soldiers can’t lift heavy equipment, then perhaps this workout is …
