text: Glossary
  perception
  The ability to understand correct technique in order to develop skill.
  periodization
  The systematic planning of long- and short-term readiness training and testing in preparation for
  combat.
  peripheral nervous system
  The system of smaller bundles of nerves that emanate from the spinal cord to innervate the limbs and
  trunk of the body.
  physical readiness
  The ability to meet the physical demands of any duty or combat position, move lethally on the
  battlefield, accomplish the mission and continue to fight, win, and come home healthy.
  physiological capacity
  Regular and progressive training that builds movement lethality and mental toughness to maximal
  levels of strength, endurance, and Soldier readiness.
  physiology
  The study of the functions and parts of a living organism.
  polyunsaturated fat
  A healthy dietary fat found in foods such as fish, vegetable oils, and certain nuts and seeds that
  contribute to lowering levels of bad cholesterol.
  power
  The component of fitness associated with short-duration, explosive movements performed with heavy
  loads and/or at high speeds.
  precision
  The principle of training referring to the correct execution of the holistic health and fitness program.
  proactive nutrition
  The prevention of nutritional deficiency, chronic disease and immune system compromise.
  progression
  The proper dose of frequency, intensity, duration and type of exercise required to overload the body
  without causing overtraining, plateauing or reversal of fitness.
  psychological stress
  Pressure or tension exerted on an individual in reaction to his or her environment that produce either
  desired or undesired effects based on the amount of pressure exerted and the individual’s ability to
  manage it.
  rapid eye movement sleep
  The phase of sleep distinguished by rapid movement of the eyes, accompanied with low muscle tone
  throughout the body, and the propensity of the sleeper to dream vividly.
  reaction time
  The interval between an external stimuli and the Soldier’s response.
  reactive nutrition
  Specific nutritional interventions to treat illness, injury or medical conditions and spans hospitalization
  through rehabilitation to return to full duty.
  reconditioning
  Physical training regimens designed to improve or rehabilitated a certain part of the body to increase
  activity or to recover from illness or injury.