1938 Soviet paratroopers from the VDV (Airborne Forces) | NextGen PHDefense

Soviet paratroopers (VDV, Vozdushno-Desantnye Voyska) were legendary for their physical fitness and combat preparation. Breakdown of their methods: ⸻ 1. Kettlebell Training • Build real-world strength, grip endurance, and work capacity. • High-rep swings, snatches, cleans with 32kg kettlebells. • Farmer’s carries, presses, and Turkish get-ups. 2. Calisthenics • Develop endurance, joint durability, and explosiveness. • Push-ups, pull-ups, dips, squats, lunges, sit-ups, burpees, bodyweight rows. •

Typhoon-VDV multi-purpose armoured car in action Russian paratroopers work on the positions of Ukrainian formations. Having received the task, the reconnaissance group quickly assembled and advanced to the given area. Upon arrival, the group began to conduct reconnaissance on the line of contact using unmanned aircraft to locate the platoon stronghold of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Having found the enemy, the coordinates were transferred to the control post, and a fire strike was made on milita