A new sub-section of the blog ‘Human Resource Development’ can be found under the main page heading of ‘Human resources. This new section looks at learning and development and CPD in the context of fitness boot camps and military fitness.
Research: Outdoor Exercise, Green & Beneficial
Research Paper Title The Great Outdoors: How A Green Exercise Environment can Benefit All. Abstract The studies of human and environment interactions usually consider the extremes of environment on individuals or how humans affect the environment. It is well known that physical activity improves both physiological and psychological well-being, but further evidence is required to… Read More
News: Get Over It! We Are Not All Created Equal
“In the end, my main concern is not whether women are capable of conducting combat operations, as we have already proven that we can hold our own in some very difficult combat situations; instead, my main concern is a question of longevity. Can women endure the physical and physiological rigors of sustained combat operations, and… Read More
News: First Women on USMC Infantry Course Fail :(
The first two women to attempt the US Marine Corps’ Infantry course have failed. The first trainee dropped out on the first day whilst attempting to complete the combat endurance test. The second trainee got further into the course but dropped out due to unspecified medical reasons. Source: http://www.usatoday.com/story/ondeadline/2012/10/15/marines-women-combat-infantry-training/1634903/
Research: Energy Expenditure, Body Composition & Rehabilitation
Research Paper Title Energy Expenditure and Changes in Body Composition during Exercise-based Rehabilitation. Introduction Exercise-based rehabilitation programmes have formed the cornerstone of the treatment currently delivered at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) based at Headley Court. Increased operational activity in recent years has meant a concomitant increase in the pressure on Defence rehabilitation resources… Read More
New Section: Military Medical Services
This new section will provide the reader with an overview of military medicine, starting with the UK.
New Sub-section: Local Councils & Park Fees
This section can be found under the main page heading of ‘Common Misconceptions’.
Boot Camp & Military Fitness Institute 