Establishing the Concepts & Techniques of Performance-Oriented Training in US Army Training Centres

Research Paper Title Establishing the Concepts and Techniques of Performance-Oriented Training in Army Training Centres: A Summary Report. Abstract The specific objective of Work Unit ATC-PERFORM was to provide technical research and development assistance to the US Army agencies involved in the review, evaluation, and refinement of performance-based training techniques in Army Training Centres. It… Read More

Israeli Defence Force: Dietary Intake, Stress Fractures & Basic Training

Research Paper Title Dietary Intake and Stress Fractures among Elite Male Combat Recruits. Background Appropriate and sufficient dietary intake is one of the main requirements for maintaining fitness and health. Inadequate energy intake may have a negative impact on physical performance which may result in injuries among physically active populations. The purpose of this research… Read More

Some More Tips for Successfully Completing Boot Camp!

A slightly different take on yesterdays seven tips for successfully completing boot camp, or any other intense training experience, with some advice by WikiHow which suggests there are 10 tips: Talk to a military recruiter Get all the benefits that the government is offering Do not lie about drug use and criminal records Prepare yourself for… Read More

Models Predicting Stress Fractures: Any Use?

Research Paper Title A Simplified Model to Predict Stress Fracture in Young Elite Combat Recruits. Background The purpose of this study was to develop a simple prediction model for stress fractures (SFs) in young male recruits to identify risk factors for SF. Methods Data were collected from 57 young (18.5 ± 0.5 years) male athletes… Read More

Dietary Intake & Stress Fractures: Is There a Link?

Research Paper Title Dietary Intake and Stress Fractures among Elite Male Combat Recruits. Background Appropriate and sufficient dietary intake is one of the main requirements for maintaining fitness and health. Inadequate energy intake may have a negative impact on physical performance which may result in injuries among physically active populations. The purpose of this research… Read More