This study examined the effect of carrying typical military loads of varying magnitude on the combative movement performance of 16 male and 14 female subjects. The subjects performed a series of tests which included a 25 yard spring, standing long jump, agility run, reaction - movement test, and ladder climb. These tests were performed under five load conditions ranging from a baseline condition (no load) to one of approximately 37 kg. The results from these performance tests constitute valuable information concerning the effects of selected loads on combative movement.