What are common injuries that may occur during CFT training?

Sprains and strains are indeed among the most common injuries that can occur during Combat Fitness Test (CFT) training. These types of injuries generally happen due to the intense physical activities involved, such as running, body movements during the exercises, or handling equipment. As Marines prepare for the CFT, they engage in rigorous training that places stress on their muscles, tendons, and ligaments, leading to sprains (injury to a ligament) and strains (injury to a muscle or tendon).

Proper warm-up routines, stretching, and conditioning are crucial to mitigate these risks, but due to the nature and demands of physical training, sprains and strains remain prevalent. The risk is heightened among those who may not have adequate conditioning or who push themselves beyond their limits during tests or practice sessions. This understanding emphasizes the importance of training techniques and injury prevention strategies to reduce the incidence of such injuries.