The Physical training uniform or PT uniform consists of one of the following pairs:
- green nylon shorts and cotton t-shirt (shirts with unit logos can be authorized)
- green sweatpants and sweatshirt with the Marine Corps emblem printed in black on the left chest and thigh
- The green tracksuit with gold and scarlet "Marines" lettering and reflective trim was unveiled during a tour of Iraq in December 2007, by Commandant of the Marine Corps General James Conway. It began to be issued to Marines free of charge in February 2008 and will be mandatory possession by the end of FY 2010.
In addition, Marines can wear a watch cap and gloves in cold weather, or a hydration pack to prevent dehydration.
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