firedoc5 Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 One thing we always argued when it came to the bi-yearly eligibility test was, what's harder, quarter mile shuttle or a fifteen minute mile run? It seemed like they alternated the two when the test was given. I did the shuttle. Running a certain distance, stop, pick up a object, and run it back the same distance equaling a quarter mile. I too have ran a mile but not as a test. But I know guys that can do that at a fast pace and never break stride. But I do have it on good authority that now some groups are testing two mile runs. I don't know about that. I've always been a sprinter and not a distance runner, when I ran. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERBIE1 Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 One thing we always argued when it came to the bi-yearly eligibility test was, what's harder, quarter mile shuttle or a fifteen minute mile run? It seemed like they alternated the two when the test was given. I did the shuttle. Running a certain distance, stop, pick up a object, and run it back the same distance equaling a quarter mile. I too have ran a mile but not as a test. But I know guys that can do that at a fast pace and never break stride. But I do have it on good authority that now some groups are testing two mile runs. I don't know about that. I've always been a sprinter and not a distance runner, when I ran. Depends on your body type, I'm thinking. Long and lanky generally makes for a good distance runner. You don't see too many short, fireplug types running marathons. A shuttle run is also about endurance but it takes coordination and agility. Different stresses on different body parts. Is this run a part of your job requirement? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireMedic65 Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 They are two completely different types of running. A 15min mile can pretty much be walked. While doing the shuttle run takes more energy and more demanding on your body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERBIE1 Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 They are two completely different types of running. A 15min mile can pretty much be walked. While doing the shuttle run takes more energy and more demanding on your body. Agreed, but I was thinking about distance running in general. Compared to a 15 minute mile, no question, a shuttle run is far more demanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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