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Bradley C Nindl¹, Dianna P Jaffin, Michael N Dretsch

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Human performance optimization (HPO) involves improving military readiness. A standardized toolkit of 150 metrics across physical, nutritional, psychological, cognitive, environmental, sleep, and pain domains was developed to address research gaps.

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Area of Science:

Military science
Human performance optimization
Applied physiology

Background:

Lack of standardized metrics hinders Human Performance Optimization (HPO) research and application in military settings.
Consortium for Health and Military Performance convened experts to develop a standardized HPO metrics toolkit.
Performance is viewed holistically, influenced by physical, nutritional, psychological, cognitive, environmental, sleep, and pain factors.

Framework:

Identified and evaluated current metrics across seven key HPO domains.
Prioritized metrics to establish a comprehensive human performance assessment toolkit.
Highlighted scientific gaps and research needs for enhanced human performance assessment.

Implementation:

Summarizes 150 HPO metrics as a foundational toolkit.
Metrics cover physical fitness (29), nutrition (24), psychological status (36), cognitive performance (35), environment (12), sleep (9), and pain (5).
Toolkit designed for military and civilian research, and potential field application.

Implications:

Supports the military's renewed focus on Human Dimension initiatives.
Provides a standardized approach to measure and optimize Service member capabilities.
Facilitates evidence-based strategies to enhance military readiness and operational effectiveness.