This comprehensive guide from CALL is designed to support commanders and leaders in planning, preparing, and executing effective training at home station. This handbook provides the framework and tools necessary to ensure that our Soldiers are trained to the highest standards, enabling them to succeed in an increasingly complex and dynamic operational environment.

“If you know the enemy and know yourself, your victory will not stand in doubt; if you know Heaven and know Earth, you may make your victory complete.” - Sun Tzu

In this article from the Harding Project substack, the author discusses the benefits of reading and the declining rate of easy access of books to Soldiers.  

The Army Fitness Test has replaced the Army Combat Fitness Test and introduced updated scoring standards to emphasize readiness and
combat effectiveness.
• Soldiers have until Jan. 1, 2026, to meet the new AFT requirements without facing adverse actions.
• Active-duty Soldiers in 21 designated combat specialties must additionally meet the more rigorous combat standard of a minimum score of 350 points total, with a minimum of 60 points in each event.
• National Guard and Reserve Soldiers in those same specialties will have until June 1, 2026, to meet these requirements.\
• The passing score for all other specialties is 300 points, with a minimum of 60 points in each event. Active Guard Reserve Soldiers and those mobilized on orders exceeding 60 days must meet the Jan.
1, 2026, suspense.
See the Army.mil story HERE.

It's often said that leaders are readers, but what if you don’t enjoy reading or don’t have a lot of time? Have you found alternate ways to develop, grow, and reflect on your experiences? This article shares some tips, tricks, and a “thinking toolbox” to help you.