SDC in the U.S. Army refers to the Sprint-Drag-Carry event, one of the six events within the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). It's designed to measure a soldier's strength, endurance, and anaerobic capacity.
Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC) Explained
The Sprint-Drag-Carry is a physically demanding event that requires soldiers to perform a sequence of activities that simulate combat-related tasks.
Components of the SDC:
The SDC involves the following actions, completed sequentially:
- Sprint: A 25-meter sprint down and back.
- Drag: Dragging a 90-pound sled 25 meters down and back.
- Lateral: Shuttle sprint (side stepping) 25 meters down and back.
- Carry: Carrying two 40-pound kettlebells 25 meters down and back.
- Sprint: A 25-meter sprint down and back.
All components are performed in the same lane without breaks unless authorized by test administrators. The event is timed and scored based on the soldier's completion time.
Purpose of the SDC:
The Sprint-Drag-Carry aims to evaluate a soldier's:
- Strength: Evident in the sled drag and kettlebell carry.
- Endurance: Required to sustain effort throughout the entire sequence.
- Anaerobic Capacity: Crucial for high-intensity bursts of activity with limited oxygen.
- Functional Fitness: Mimicking movements needed in various combat scenarios.
Significance in the ACFT:
The SDC is crucial in assessing a soldier's overall physical readiness and ability to perform essential tasks under demanding conditions. It's one of the six events used to determine a soldier's ACFT score, which affects their career progression, MOS qualification and overall fitness.
