| LAST-PERSON-RUNNING FORMATION |
| Equipment: |
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none (cones, markers, etc if using road route) |
| Location: |
Outdoors: ideally a flat smooth course such as a track/running trail |
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1. |
Unit is divided into groups based upon running pace. |
| 2. |
Physical Fitness Leader (PTL) conducts warm up exercises with entire group. |
| 3. |
Members of each assigned group line up in single file lines. |
| 4. |
All members begin running in single file and the last individual will sprint to the beginning of the line. The member then resumes a moderate running pace. The member at the end starts a sprint to the beginning of the line. |
| 5. |
Members of the group adjust to the running pace of the individual at the head of the line. |
| 6. |
The format continues for the distance or time of the pre-determined event. |
| 7. |
PTL conducts cool down exercises and stretches with entire group. |