What are active recovery days in the context of PRT?

Active recovery days in the context of Army Physical Readiness Training (PRT) are designed to enhance recovery while still engaging in some level of physical activity. This approach allows individuals to participate in low-intensity workouts, which promote blood flow, flexibility, and overall mobility without placing significant stress on the body.

On these days, activities such as walking, light jogging, swimming, or cycling at a relaxed pace can be beneficial. The goal is to maintain physical engagement while allowing the body to recover from more intense training sessions. This is particularly important for preventing injury and enhancing long-term physical performance.

The other options do not accurately reflect the purpose of active recovery days. Days with no physical activity do not contribute to the recovery process as effectively as low-intensity activities do. Preparing for upcoming PRT tests focuses on high-intensity performance measures rather than recovery. Finally, days for high-intensity training contradict the core intent of recovery, which is to allow the body to rest and recuperate from strenuous exercise.