Techniques and Practice 

UNIT 22, Module 22.2:  Instructional Time:  17 hours 

Note:  Instructional time not to exceed 2 hours in any one day.  Resistance training to be 

performed with at least forty eight hours in between sessions. 

Practice dragging a 165 lb. weight (dummy) by the following techniques: 

Perform initial practice on 150 lb or lesser weight if assessment shows difficulty performing 

this task 

Grasp dummy by  wrists  or under the arms of the dummy 

Maintain a straight back 

Bend knees and position majority of weight bearing on the quadriceps 

Tilt face upwards to assist with keeping back straight 

Avoid ballistic movements (short bursts of movement) 

Practice using smooth movements 

Drag (versus lift) dummy 

Practice walking 75 feet (three 25 foot laps) within 30 seconds wearing a 30 pound airpack or 

weighted backpack using the following techniques: 

Cinch weight closely against body to prevent weight swinging back and forth 

Practice with padded straps on backpack or equipment 

Maintain a smooth stride so weight does not jostle against body 

If using a weight inside a backpack, wrap weight in towels or other soft fabric to avoid sharp 

edges digging into trainee's back 

Practice running the 50 yard sprint using appropriate pacing. 

Practice the stair climb using appropriate pacing.