The feasibility of implementing an evidence-based physical training program during a Canadian Armed Forces basic infantry course.

Objectives: Determine the feasibility of implementing an evidence-based training program compared to a control during a basic infantry training course, and compare their effectiveness on measures of injuries and associated burdens.

Design: Prospective, cohort, feasibility study.

Methods: Infantry candidates awaiting course between 01-April-2019 and 31-March-2020 were invited to participate while those releasing from the military, awaiting occupational transfer or having >5 medical employment limitation days were excluded.