Navy Physical Conditioning Guide
Abstract
Increasing daily physical activity is the first step toward greater physical fitness, especially if you have been inactive. If you have been sedentary you cannot expect your fitness to improve overnight with a sudden increase in physical activity. Instead of working out the week before the Physical Readiness Test is given, you should start thinking in terms of a lifelong commitment to a more active lifestyle. Be sure to select the types of activity that you enjoy. Working out should be fun. It should be rewarding and enjoyable. It should be something you look forward to doing. You should also exercise on a regular basis. It is much better to run three miles, three times per week; than nine miles, one time per week. Set up a regular exercise routine listing the type and frequency of your workouts, the length of time of each workout and how you will fit them into your daily work schedule. Remember to start off slowly and build up gradually. It is better to start off walking a couple miles than running one, five minute mile. Once your aerobic fitness increases and you lose some body fat, try to increase the frequency and duration of your workouts. Whatever you do, stay with your program. Even if you miss an occasional workout or don't see rapid progress, don't get discouraged. By becoming and remaining physically active, you will notice a significant change in your attitude and energy level as well as your physique Keywords: Naval personnel; Navy training; Exercise.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 30, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA213831
Entities
People
- Ed Marcinik