GI Jane PT & Fitness

”A close relationship exists between physical fitness and mental and emotional fitness, or morale. Fatigue, weakness, lack of stamina, and physical exhaustion are usually associated with a low state of morale. The rugged, tough, well-conditioned soldier (individual) has a feeling of fitness and confidence, and is much less susceptible to many of the factors which undermine morale. …’ U.S Army Field Manual: Physical Training, January 1946