Posted on Feb 1, 2020
If an SM can’t do a 2-mile run due to a profile, why is the 5000M row even an option for the ACFT?
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So I’m scheduled to take an ACFT in BLC. I can do the 2 Mi event. However as a future NCO I wanted to know about the Alternate aerobic events. So I noticed it has 5000M rower, 15000M bike and 1000M swim.
My question is if a SM can’t do a 2 MI run due to a profile why is the 5000M row even an option.
Anyone who has done rowers knows it’s a full body workout. the bike and swim are extremely low stress aerobic exercise.
This post is for opinions and advice. I know there are different events based for different profiles.
My question is if a SM can’t do a 2 MI run due to a profile why is the 5000M row even an option.
Anyone who has done rowers knows it’s a full body workout. the bike and swim are extremely low stress aerobic exercise.
This post is for opinions and advice. I know there are different events based for different profiles.
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When I was in you could either ride the bike, or do a 2.5 mile walk.
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MAJ (Join to see)
Per the last profile conference call I was on last weekend the walk is gone. It’s either the run the row or the swim.
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SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth
SFC Kelly Fuerhoff bummer. You have to remember Kelly it's been a few years for me.
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I know this is a year old but I will throw another curve ball. If you have a no run profile technically speaking you can’t do the SPRINT drag carry event either which is mandatory. So it sounds like a grey area in most cases. Medboard ?
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It's all about impact. I've dodged a running profile for 6 years because the Walk is horrible, but rowing 5km is insanely easy on the knees.
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They all measure aerobic endurance and account for differing profiles that prevent running.
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Suspended Profile
Different events for different profiles. It’s always been that way. My permanent profile is for sit ups only and honestly once the ACFT goes into effect I may look at having my profile removed.
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