Is the US army ‘babying’ troops with physical training of yoga, resting?
2011-03-06 14:30:00The US Army is overhauling its physical fitness tests for the first time in 30 years by adding a new ‘combat readiness test’ that incorporates cross-training, elements of yoga, and the benefits of rest.
Announced on March 1st, the new training will be phased in over the next six months at several bases. However, some seasoned veterans have said that the new regimen coddles soldiers, reports the CS Monitor.
via Is the US army `babying` troops with physical training of yoga, resting?.
Hard to believe they have not improved the physical fitness test in 30 years! I am glad they are learning things and are able to add some yoga like things to the training.
We were talking about yoga for vets the other day, and I see now that it is a great idea for do yoga with active duty as well.
