Soldier physical readiness is acquired through a precise, progressive, and integrated physical training program. A well-conceived plan of military physical readiness training must be an integral part of every unit training program. This field manual prescribes doctrine for the execution of the Army Physical Readiness Training System. Physical readiness training prepares soldiers and units for the physical challenges of fulfilling the mission in the face of a wide range of threats, in complex operational environments, and with emerging technologies. This field manual: Provides soldiers and leaders with the doctrine of Army physical readiness training. Reflects on lessons learned in battles past and present; time-tested theories; and principles and emerging trends in physical culture. Helps ensure the continuity of our nation's strength and security. Prepares soldiers physically for the full spectrum of operations. Explains training requirements and objectives. Provides instructions, required resources, and reasons why physical fitness is a directed mandatory training requirement. Guides leaders in the progressive conditioning of soldier strength, endurance, and mobility. Provides a variety of physical readiness training activities that enhance military skills needed for effective combat and duty performance. For soldiers, athletes, adventurers, and gym-rats alike, this is the definitive guide to military-level training for physical fitness. For related U.S. Army manuals, see: US Army Survival Manual FM 21-76, Ranger Handbook SH 21-76 (Revised), and Map Reading and Land Navigation. Readers interested in related titles from The U.S. Army will also want to see: Army Guerrilla Warfare Handbook (ISBN: 1626542732) Army Guide to Boobytraps (ISBN: 1626544700) Army Improvised Munitions Handbook (ISBN: 1626542678) Army Leadership Field Manual FM 22-100 (ISBN: 1626544298) Army M-1 Garand Technical Manual (ISBN: 1626543305) Army Special Forces Guide to Unconventional Warfare (ISBN: 1626542708) Army Survival Manual FM 21-76 (ISBN: 1626544417) Army/Marine Corps Counterinsurgency Field Manual (ISBN: 1626544247) Map Reading and Land Navigation FM 3-25.26 (ISBN: 1626542988) Ranger Handbook SH 21-76 (ISBN: 1626545197) Rigging Techniques, Procedures, and Applications FM 5-125 (ISBN: 1626544336) Special Forces Sniper Training and Employment FM 3-05.222 (ISBN: 1626544484) The Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad FM 3-21.8 / 7-8 (ISBN: 1626544271) Understanding Rigging (ISBN: 1626544670)