March 5, 2024 Published

Endurance Validation Trek - After Action Report

By Trek Leader: Casey Wilson

Distance

30 km

Load

18 kg

Participants

15

Duration

4h 0m

Conditions: Overcast, 8°C, mixed terrain with significant elevation change

1 What Was Planned

  • 1. Validate individual load carriage capacity over extended distance
  • 2. Assess nutritional strategies for long-duration rucking
  • 3. Evaluate foot care protocols during prolonged exposure
  • 4. Build mental resilience through sustained effort

2 What Actually Happened

  • 1. Nutritional plan maintained energy levels throughout
  • 2. Foot care protocol prevented hot spots and blisters
  • 3. Team cohesion remained strong despite individual pace variations
  • 4. All participants completed within established time standards

3 What Went Well

  • Nutritional plan maintained energy levels throughout
  • Foot care protocol prevented hot spots and blisters
  • Team cohesion remained strong despite individual pace variations
  • All participants completed within established time standards

4 What Could Be Improved

  • Pacing strategies for significant elevation changes
  • Individual water consumption monitoring
  • Equipment adjustment frequency during long duration
  • Mental checkpoint development for motivation

5 Lessons Learned

  • 1 Nutritional timing is as important as content for sustained performance
  • 2 Foot issues develop gradually and require proactive prevention
  • 3 Team pacing strategies must account for individual strengths
  • 4 Mental breaks are as important as physical rest during long efforts