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When I arrived at Leuchars in September 2022 my predecessor SSgt (SSI) Baldwin had left the Regiment in a fantastic state which made settling into my new role a lot easier. However, it was clear that the Gymnasium had not received any TLC since the RAF was the building custodians.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
The priority since my arrival has been to update and bring the modern approach to both the Gymnasium and Physical Training for the Regiments benefit. The improve- ments made to the Gymnasium began with the Weights Room being completely redecorated, new lighting, an update to the flooring, and all the resistance machines going through a complete service and refurb. Next was the sports hall and functional area. It confused me why the Gymnasium did not have a pull up rig, so I had designed and installed one in the functional area and the matting had been relayed professionally. As there was nowhere for the personnel on Level 1 & 2 PT to conduct their individual programmes and rehabilitation, I decided to convert 1 of our 3 Squash Courts into a Rehabilitation Suite. All of this was for your benefit to conduct both structured physical training and personal training.
The new Physical Training Programme has been designed around the Army Physical Training System prioritising Strength & Conditioning to educate on the functional movements and maintain aerobic capacity, all designed to reduce the likelihood of injury and create a Soldier Athlete able to conduct your role as a RECCE Soldier.
In September the Station hosted the annual Health Fair which helps to promote a healthy culture for all Service Personnel and hopefully introduce some minor life changes to increase health, wellbeing, and longevity of life.
SPORT
With sport being re-introduced into society fully the I have been pushing the Regiment to partake in all available sporting activities.
Moncreiff Shield. The Mocreiff Shield was a three day Inter-Regimental sports competition which involved Golf, e-Sports, Football, Rugby, Hockey, BAWF, and Tug of War. The week was incredibly competitive with all Sqn’s fighting for bragging rights of whom will become the
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PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
SSgt (SSI) D C Sansom RAPTC