- As many pushups as possible in 2 minutes
- As many situps as possible in 2 minutes
- Running 2 miles a quickly as possible
The revised test has not been finalized, but trials are being held this month on 7 Army bases and at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. A review and approval process will take place before full implementation. The article states that there will be a general physical readiness test for all soldiers and a physical readiness test for those going into combat:
Army Physical Readiness Test
- 60-yard shuttle run
- one-minute rower (see diagram)
- standing long-jump
- one-minute push-up
- 1.5 mile run
The examinee will be timed while performing the following obstacle-course sequence while wearing a combat uniform and helmet and carrying a rifle:
- 400-meter run
- Low hurdles
- high crawl
- Over and under
- casualty drag
- Balance beam while holding ammo cans
- Point and move
- 100 yard shuttle sprint while holding ammo cans
- Agility sprint around cones
The change in the fitness tests appears to be a good one because the new test more closely simulates battlefield physical demands. It might even be better if the Physical Readiness Test were performed while the examinees carried a combat load similar to those normally worn by soldiers.
Mens-fitness-and-health.com is very supportive of functional training that seeks to improve performance in sports, combat, or daily living. Function-based training programs emphasize improved physical performance rather than appearance. Workouts designed to “get big” generally train isolated muscle groups and do not prepare the body for strenuous whole-body physical demands.
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