Haggis
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paracowboy said:I've had worse. Don't get a swelled head or anything, but you weren't the worst I've had. Or been had by, as the case may be.
... I think we're straying again (not in a biblical sense, though)
The idea of paying Class "A" Reservists to do PT is, in my opinion, off base. We pay Reg F and Reserve Class "B" and "C' members, give them access to the best equipment and time away from work and we still don't get the required/desired results. (Doubt this? drop by the NDHQ remedial PT class someday.)
What we need is MOTIVATION, GUIDANCE and REWARD.
"Motivation" comes from making training physically and mentally demanding to the point where you don't truly enjoy it unless you are fit. It also comes from having fit and intelligent leaders who know how to set the bar and raise it when appropriate.
"Guidance" comes from the fine folks at CFPSA, fit and competent NCOs and Officers (not egotistic gazelles, but really competent and mature leaders) who provide advice, tips and, above all, act as role models.
"Reward" comes from seeing something tangible for your effort, be it a GPS from the Association or a coveted slot on Basic Para.