“The true contempt of an invader is shown by deeds of valour in the field.“ Hermocrates of Syracuse
What is the Effect of Continuous Military Operations on Physical Fitness?
Research Paper Title Effects of Continuous Military Operations on Physical Fitness Capacity and Physical Performance. Background The purposes of this study were to determine the effects of a continuous field artillery scenario on physical fitness capacity and performance and to estimate the physical intensity of the scenario by continuous heart rate monitoring. Methods Twenty-four artillerymen… Read More
Private, I Know This Is A Battlefield. Now Go Get Me More Ice!
Research Paper Title Crushed Ice Ingestion – A Practical Strategy for Lowering Core Body Temperature. Abstract Exercise together with environmentally induced heat stroke continue to pose a problem for military operations in hot climates. A variety of cooling strategies are required by the military to mitigate the risk of heat stroke due to the variety… Read More
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