Just completed a 7-Miler TAB (loaded march) carrying 38 lb in 1 hr 15 min (ish). The time is approximate as I didn’t take a watch (I dropped the kids of at 0800/0805 and was back in the house slightly before 0915). Mainly undulating terrain, running on pavement. Physically my body was up for the… Read More
Research Paper Title A Review of the Soldier’s Equipment Burden. Executive Summary The equipment load carried by Australian Infantryman is so bulky and heavy that it can present a significant impairment to his performance. Despite all the research to date no single effective solution has arisen. The aims of this three-part report are to characterise… Read More
Research Paper Title Load Carriage Capacity of the Dismounted Combatant- A Commander’s Guide. Executive Summary There is a universal requirement for military personnel to be capable of moving their body mass plus an external load. The load carried by military personnel is typically comprised of clothing, protective ensemble (i.e. body armour, helmet), combat equipment (i.e.… Read More
Just completed a 5-mile TAB with 38lb in 51 min 13 (10.2 mins per mile). Predominantly flat pavement with some slopes. Forecast stated rain and low temperature by 1pm so I wore my sweatshirt; no rain, humid and very sweaty!
I had a lovely start to the day with a 7.2 mile loaded march carrying 38 lb, though typical of Scotland it was raining. A light drizzle at first turning heavy, conveniently, at the half way mark. It took me 75 mins (0610 to 0725) and it went ok, no hotspots, or shoulder burns, although… Read More
Research Paper Title Neuromuscular and Cardiovascular Responses of Royal Marine Recruits to Load Carriage in the Field. Background Cardiovascular and neuromuscular responses of 12 male Royal Marine recruits (age 22 ± 3 years, body mass 80.7 ± 6.8 kg, VO(2)max 52.3 ± 2.7 ml kg(-1) min(-1)) were measured during 19.3 km of load carriage walking… Read More
If you are thinking of joining the military, or are already a member, and wish to improve or start loaded march training then visit these two pages: The Loaded March: Overview The Loaded March: Preparation and Training Guide
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