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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2015 Oct 1.
Published in final edited form as: Clin Sports Med. 2014 Aug 1;33(4):615–632. doi: 10.1016/j.csm.2014.06.012

Table 1.

Map of logistical implementation barriers and associated solutions

PTP Design Identified Implementation Barrier Solution
Total Program Duration 5 weeks to implement the PTP Identify key PTP goals that could be attained in 6 weeks and design PTP accordingly

Session Duration 12 minutes to complete PTP each training session Determine exercises that can achieve identified PTP goals (see above) and be performed and mastered within the allocated time
Additional time may be available to complete the PTP on certain days due to overall training schedule If individuals have not mastered exercises, then repeat those exercises
If time permits, repeat more demanding exercises

Location PTP will be performed in different locations on a regular basis Visit each location that PTP will be performed and ensure that exercises can be performed in that location
PTP will be performed in small areas with individuals tightly grouped together Select PTP exercises that can be performed in a relatively stationary location

Organization’s Goals Pass physical fitness test at end of training period Demonstrate that the PTP will not detract to passing physical fitness test, and may ultimately enhance performance and ability to pass physical fitness test
Develop fundamental skills Demonstrate that the time to complete the PTP will not infringe upon other training goals and will accomplish their goal to “warm up” prior to other physical training.
Demonstrate how mastering the PTP exercises develops fundamental motor skills that may improve ability to master other fundamental skills
Develop leadership skills Demonstrate that PTP can provide opportunities for leadership development with those leading the exercises and by providing feedback to others on PTP quality

Success Metrics 40 push ups in 2 minutes
100 sit ups in 2 minutes
1.5 mile run in 10 minutes
Ensure that administrators, implementers, and users see how the selected PTP exercises contribute to meeting these success metrics. Demonstrate the program has face validity.

Equipment No available equipment to use with PTP implementation Select PTP exercises that do not require use of additional equipment