FM 7-22 Flashcards
What is the purpose of FM 7-22?
FM 7-22 provides the guidelines for the Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) system to improve Soldier readiness and optimize physical, mental, and emotional fitness.
What are the five domains of Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F)?
Physical, Nutritional, Mental, Spiritual, and Sleep readiness.
According to FM 7-22, why is sleep readiness critical?
Sleep readiness enhances cognitive functioning, decision-making, and physical performance, reducing risks of injury and mental health issues.
How does FM 7-22 define “mission-essential fitness tasks”?
Mission-essential fitness tasks are physical tasks Soldiers must perform to accomplish unit missions, identified through a mission analysis process.
What does FM 7-22 suggest as the optimal sleep duration for Soldiers?
Soldiers should ideally aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night.
How does FM 7-22 recommend leaders handle situations where Soldiers are sleep-deprived?
Leaders should implement strategic naps, rest periods, and manage workloads to mitigate the impact of sleep deprivation.
What is the role of nutrition in H2F according to FM 7-22?
Nutrition supports optimal physical and mental performance, recovery, and long-term health, impacting overall mission readiness.
Describe FM 7-22’s guidance on the physical domain
It emphasizes physical training tailored to mission demands, focusing on strength, endurance, and mobility
What is spiritual readiness, as defined by FM 7-22?
Spiritual readiness involves a sense of purpose and resilience rooted in personal beliefs, ethics, or values.
How does mental readiness contribute to Soldier performance in FM 7-22?
Mental readiness enhances resilience, stress management, and decision-making under pressure.
What are the three phases of the H2F training system?
Initial, sustaining, and reconditioning phases
According to FM 7-22, what is a key component of injury prevention?
Proper warm-up, cool-down, stretching, and conditioning exercises tailored to Soldier needs
How should leaders address Soldiers who struggle with mental readiness?
Leaders should provide access to mental health resources, encourage stress management techniques, and promote resilience training.
What is an ACFT and how is it related to FM 7-22?
The Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) is a physical readiness assessment tool that aligns with H2F principles for evaluating physical fitness levels.
Describe the reconditioning phase in FM 7-22.
Reconditioning supports Soldiers returning from injury or illness to regain mission-ready fitness levels safely.
What are the pillars of effective physical training according to FM 7-22?
Planning, assessment, adaptation, and progression.
How does FM 7-22 suggest handling the unique fitness needs of different Soldier roles?
Training should be tailored to each Soldier’s mission role and physical demands specific to their duties
What is FM 7-22’s stance on body composition?
It promotes maintaining body composition standards to enhance physical performance and readiness.
How often does FM 7-22 recommend that leaders assess Soldiers’ fitness levels?
Regularly, through both formal tests like the ACFT and informal assessments during training.
What are the recommended recovery strategies in FM 7-22?
Stretching,
foam rolling,
hydration,
nutrition,
rest,
and sleep are all essential for effective recovery.
What is a key focus for leaders in managing holistic health according to FM 7-22?
Leaders should actively support all domains of health to sustain long-term Soldier readiness and performance.
How does FM 7-22 address the need for resilience in Soldiers?
Resilience training and mental toughness programs are encouraged to improve stress management and operational performance.
What role does the H2F Performance Team play?
The team, including physical trainers, dietitians, and mental health specialists, provides specialized support to enhance Soldier readiness.
What is the importance of individual Soldier goals in H2F?
FM 7-22 emphasizes setting personal goals to help Soldiers track progress and stay motivated
How does FM 7-22 incorporate family support into Soldier readiness?
It acknowledges the role of family in maintaining Soldier resilience and supports integrating family wellness into H2F programs.
