The tactical athlete: optimising physical preparedness for the demands of combat

Nevin, Jonpaul (2017) The tactical athlete: optimising physical preparedness for the demands of combat. UKSCA.

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Abstract

Modern military operations place unique and intense physiological and psychological demands upon the soldier. In order to help adapt to and cope with such demands, a high level of physical preparedness must be seen as a fundamental requirement of all military personnel. Indeed, the modern soldier needs to be more agile, more capable, more able to survive and more resilient than the enemy in order to ensure victory on the battlefield. Soldiers who are physically fit can be seen as a critical force multiplier. Not only do they demonstrate improved mission performance, but they may also be more resilient for both the physical and psychological demands of sustained military operations. Furthermore, physically fit soldiers may be less susceptible to injury and demonstrate better physical and mental health over the long term than less fit individuals.

Item Type:	Article
Depositing User:	RED Unit Admin
Date Deposited:	07 Sep 2022 14:28
Last Modified:	16 Sep 2022 09:32
URI:	https://bnu.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/18572

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