by Andrew Marshall

What Happens to Energy Balance & Body Composition during US Army SF Training?

Research Paper Title Energy Balance and Body Composition during US Army Special Forces Training. Background Small Unit Tactics (SUT) is a 64-day phase of the Special Forces Qualification Course designed to simulate real-world combat operations. Assessing the metabolic and physiological responses of such intense training allows greater insights into nutritional requirements of soldiers during combat.… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Can We Develop Physical Capability Standards that are Predictive of Success on SF Courses?

Research Paper Title Developing Physical Capability Standards that are Predictive of Success on Special Forces Selection Courses. Background This study aimed to develop minimum standards for physical capability assessments (vertical jump, sit and reach, push-ups, seven-stage sit-ups, heaves, agility, 20-m shuttle run, loaded 5-km pack march, and 400-m swim) that candidates must pass before they… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Re-evaluating Field Tourniquets for the Canadian Forces.

Research Paper Title Re-evaluating the Field Tourniquet for the Canadian Forces. Objective To determine the best field tourniquet for Medical Technician (Med Tech) use in the Canadian Forces (CF). Methods The researchers conducted a prospective controlled trial, comparing the efficacy and ease of applicability of 3 types of commercially available windlass tourniquets in 4 tactical… Read More