Full Description
This book discusses the differences between a human weapon system and a tactical athlete and what a human optimization program is. Furthermore, this book discusses and demonstrates how to put together a training program at an organizational level for the human weapon system. A systematic approach is presented and discussed, from initial analysis of the human weapon system to creating a multi-domain human performance optimization program. This book strives to familiarize the reader with the systematic approach that the author has utilized as an exercise physiologist in the Department of Defence over the past ten years.
This book also explains how to utilize technology to individualize the human performance optimization program at an organizational level. The book discusses current technologies in power generation, measuring endurance, and nutrition, and also demonstrates to strength coaches and practitioners how to use these technologies and individualize optimization.
Contents
Introduction.- Section 1: Defining the Human Weapon System (HWS) and Human Performance Optimization (HPO).- Chapter 1: What is the Human Weapon System (HWS).- Define the HWS.- Define tactical athlete.- How does HWS definition improve upon the tactical athlete definition.- How does the HWS definition apply to the military and other austere condition professions.- Chapter 2: What is a Human Performance Optimization (HPO) Program.- Define Human Performance Optimization.- The Different HPO Models.- Discuss the domain models versus the pillar model.- 3 Domain.- 4 Domain.- 5 Domain.- 6 Domain.- Discuss the similarities and difference of these models and their applications.- Section 2: The Human Performance Domains in Human Performance Optimization Programs.- Chapter 3: Physical Domain.- Define the domain.- Application of the domain.- Tests and analytics.- Chapter 4: Recovery Domain.- Define the domain.- Application of the domain.- Tests and analytics.- Chapter 5: Cognitive/Psychological Domain.- Define the domain.- Application of the domain.- Tests and analytics.- Chapter 6: Medical Domain.- Define the domain.- Application of the domain.- Tests and analytics.- Chapter 7: Nutrition.- Define the domain.- Application of the domain.- Tests and analytics.- Chapter 8: Spiritual.- Define the domain.- Application of the domain.- Tests and analytics.- Section 3: How to Build a HPO Program.- Chapter 9: The Needs Analysis: Understanding the Needs of the Mission and the Human Weapon System.- Define Needs Analysis.- Define and Explain the Process.- How to Apply the Process Across the HPO Program Domains.- Chapter 10: Periodization for the Human Weapon System.- Define Periodization.- How to Apply Periodization Across the Different HPO Domains.- Chapter 11: Integrating the Program into Operational Planning and Mission Execution.- HPO Is Not a Medical Program, It Is a Force Multiplier.- Application of HPO into the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP).- Application of HPO to MissionExecution.- Chapter 12: Determining If the Program Is Working.- Key Program Metrics.- Process to Make Program Improvements.- Chapter 13: How to Leverage Technology to Improve the Human Weapon System Performance.- Force and Velocity Sensors.- Nutritional Sensors.- Cardiovascular and Sleep Sensors.- Conclusion.
