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Table 12-4. Return to Running Post Injury
Common Mission and Training Related Injuries
Given the nature of the SEAL’s occupation, it is not surprising that injuries occur
during training and mission-related scenarios. Clearly, the type of injury will depend on the
specific physical tasks and the environments under which the tasks are performed.
Table 12-5 presents a brief summary of some of the anticipated and common injuries that
may occur during mission-related platforms. Other than these platforms, many of the
injuries are a result of activities all SEALs participate in, namely swimming and running.
Increase time by 2 minutes every other day
When running pain-free for 15 minutes, increase pace
Return-to-Running
Run 5 minutes at a slow pace
Run on soft and even surfaces- treadmill/track
Advance to figure-of- eight runs: begin at 100 yard intervals and
progress to tighter turnsGradually increase distance (see Chapter 4)
Resume regular running program