Evaluation of the Soldier Readiness Test and Training Program (SRT2P)
Abstract
The Commanding General (CG) of Forces Command (FORSCOM) directed that a pilot study be conducted to assess the effectiveness of functional fitness-based training programs, targeting both health and skill-based fitness components, on the readiness of standard functional and multifunctional brigade combat teams. The primary purpose was to evaluate the effects on functional fitness and injury after the completion of a Soldier Readiness Test and Training Program (SRT2P) using three different readiness models over a 4-month period. Brigade combat teams participated in a Gold, Silver, or Bronze readiness model. Participants in the Gold model had an embedded physical therapist, registered dietitian and occupational therapist. They were also provided with a certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS), tactical strength and conditioning facilitator (TSAC-F) training to selected non-commissioned officers, and functional fitness training equipment. Participates in the Silver model also had a fitness training team and equipment, but no medical personnel. Participants in the Bronze model did not have any additional fitness or medical personnel assigned to their brigade or receive any functional fitness equipment. Each brigade combat team completed a Soldier Readiness Test (SRT) (functional physical fitness test similar to an obstacle course) at the beginning and end of a four month implementation period. There were 7,128 Soldiers who participated in SRT2P with 3,376 Soldiers (47%) completing an initial survey, 1,530 (21%) Soldiers completing a follow-up survey and 832 (12%) Soldiers completing both the initial and follow-up survey. One of the primary changes in unit training was a decrease in the amount of foot marching per month for the Gold and Silver readiness models.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 2022
- Accession Number
- AD1178741
Entities
People
- Bruce H. Jones
- Catherine Rappole
- Joseph Kardouni
- Karen Daigle
- Tanja Roy
- Tyson Grier
Organizations
- United States Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine