How to build an elite servicewoman: British military’s top scientists look to unleash ‘oestrogen advantage’
Militaries have been missing a trick as female recruits to receive sex-specific training to unlock their potentialIn a giant state-of-the-art gym at the British army’s Kendrew Barracks in the East Midlands, Amy responds immediately when asked about her favourite aspect of military training. “Putting on my bergan and getting out there,” she replies, referring to the heavy-duty, 25kg military rucksack all recruits must learn to carry. “I really like putting myself in the hurt locker.”During gruelling commando training the 24-year-old…
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