AR 350-1 states special conditioning programs are appropriate for Soldiers who have difficulty meeting unit goals or Army standards. These programs are not punished; their purpose is to improve the physical readiness of Soldiers. Special conditioning programs designed to accommodate these needs. The program will be conducted during normal duty hours.
2/20th FA Medical Officer is the RPL, and the 2/20th FA Senior Battalion Medic is the assistant RPL or assistant reconditioning program leader (ARPL). The RPL and the ARPL we are chosen based on the following criteria:
•Thorough understanding of the Army’s PRT program.
•Ability to instruct all activities.
•Understanding of regulations that govern profiling (AR 40-501, Standards of Medical Fitness).
•Ability to adapt activities to profiled Soldiers.
•Ability to effectively interact with medical personnel to ensure that Soldiers are fully capable of returning to the unit PRT program. …show more content…
A well-run program will assist force reconstitution efforts. The success of the program is dependent on the priority placed on it from the top down. All Soldiers must understand that it is their personal responsibility to achieve and sustain a high level of physical readiness. Many Soldiers are assigned to duty positions that restrict participation in collective unit PRT programs. Soldiers meeting the criteria are as follows: Injuries, illness, and other medical conditions impact readiness. The program helps Commanders face the daily challenge of controlling injuries in the conduct of rigorous military training. Adherence to the fundamental principles of PRT allows the commander to manage injury risk effectively when injuries, illness, or other medical conditions limit the Soldier’s ability to participate in