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The MissionLead The PAX

The purpose of this outline is to provide guidance on leading your first workout or Q. This covers everything from the Disclaimer, Structure, Position Assignments, How to Count, to the Ball of Man.

Planning Protocol

It's not about YOU

The Workout is about the PAX.

Actually PLAN your Workout

Write it down. Think about past workouts.

If you can't DO IT, you can't Q IT

We do not clipboard in F3.

Better too MUCH than not ENOUGH

Have a backup plan if you run fast.

Always wear a WATCH

Start on time. End on time.

NEVER Leave a Man Behind

We start together and finish together.

SAFETY Best Practices

Count-o-Rama. Cell Phone. Address.

Workout Structure

Show up EARLY and ENERGIZED

Leadership starts with showing up, and good leadership starts with showing up prepared and ready to go to work. Get there early and make sure the AO is what you expected. If you are energetic it will energize the PAX. Set the tone and establish command.

Command Voice

The Cadence Method

Borrowed from the U.S. Army to create order and build esprit de corps.

Clear CommandThe Next Exercise is _______________ (PAX repeats)

Starting PositionStarting Position ... Move (pause for movement)

InfoIn Cadence ... Exercise (PAX confirms)

The Count1, 2, 3 (PAX calls rep)

InflectionChange voice on last rep to signal end

RecoveryRecover

Engage The PAX

Look for signs of confusion or fatigue. If no one is keeping up, slow down. If people exhibit confusion, demonstrate. Do not be afraid to alter your workout if it is not working.

Example Weinke

This structure allows the Q to interject at certain points to convey topics. Field work can be switched for a string of pearls around the neighborhood.

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