Soldier's fitness levels directly impact their ability to perform in combat. The Army uses the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) to measure a soldier's fitness levels, assessing 3 exercise events that test a soldier's physical durability and cardio stamina.
The APFT includes 2 minutes of push-ups, 2 minutes of sit-ups, along with a timed, 2-mile run. All around performance standards are evaluated based on the age and gender of each soldier, without regard to their occupational specialty or component. Every event is scored using a scale of 0-100. A min score of 60 in every single event is required if you want to pass the test. Soldier's who hit 270 or over, obtaining a minimum of 90 in all of the events, are awarded the Physical Fitness Badge. Soldiers can wear the badge with the physical training uniform. On top of that, the APFT score will also turn in to promotion points used partly to consider the eligibility of soldiers for advancement to higher ranks.
All soldiers in each of the components of the Active Duty Army, National Guard, and Reserves are required to take the APFT. Active Duty have to take the test twice a year. Reserve component soldiers have to take the test once every year.
Having a solid exercise and diet plan is the top priority when preparing for a physical fitness test like the APFT.
Physical and mental well-being are a big part of each and every soldier's lifestyle. For this reason the Army invests a great deal of time and effort in making sure soldiers are perfectly trained and ready all year round. The APFT is a measure of the Army's training progress. Though you'll find plenty of strategies to choose from to help you prepare for the APFT, the most effective will be comprised of 2 fundamental features: a persistent fitness routine and a emphasis on mental strength.
The top exercise programs, like the best diet, are efficient and simple enough that you are consistent with them. No matter what it is you train for, working out accompanied by a health diet will deliver results. Look into training plans that use compound exercises so you increase muscle growth and strength throughout your body as opposed to just one muscle group. This will make APFT exercises seem easier to you. Your nutrition should focus on lean proteins, complex carbs like fruit and vegetables, and fats like nuts. Your diet will give you energy and fuel your body to handle the stress encountered during the APFT.
Your mental training should be treated with as much focus and dedication as your physical fitness training. Most of the challenges we face can simply be overcome with mental concentration. Get your head right. First, think positive thoughts. Negative energy will hamper your training and give you mental 'road-blocks' that will prevent you from doing your best. Last, visualize yourself reaching your goals. If you think you can, you will.
There is no one tip or trick to make you pass or max the APFT, but you can see there are many things we can do to help us be the most prepared!
The APFT includes 2 minutes of push-ups, 2 minutes of sit-ups, along with a timed, 2-mile run. All around performance standards are evaluated based on the age and gender of each soldier, without regard to their occupational specialty or component. Every event is scored using a scale of 0-100. A min score of 60 in every single event is required if you want to pass the test. Soldier's who hit 270 or over, obtaining a minimum of 90 in all of the events, are awarded the Physical Fitness Badge. Soldiers can wear the badge with the physical training uniform. On top of that, the APFT score will also turn in to promotion points used partly to consider the eligibility of soldiers for advancement to higher ranks.
All soldiers in each of the components of the Active Duty Army, National Guard, and Reserves are required to take the APFT. Active Duty have to take the test twice a year. Reserve component soldiers have to take the test once every year.
Having a solid exercise and diet plan is the top priority when preparing for a physical fitness test like the APFT.
Physical and mental well-being are a big part of each and every soldier's lifestyle. For this reason the Army invests a great deal of time and effort in making sure soldiers are perfectly trained and ready all year round. The APFT is a measure of the Army's training progress. Though you'll find plenty of strategies to choose from to help you prepare for the APFT, the most effective will be comprised of 2 fundamental features: a persistent fitness routine and a emphasis on mental strength.
The top exercise programs, like the best diet, are efficient and simple enough that you are consistent with them. No matter what it is you train for, working out accompanied by a health diet will deliver results. Look into training plans that use compound exercises so you increase muscle growth and strength throughout your body as opposed to just one muscle group. This will make APFT exercises seem easier to you. Your nutrition should focus on lean proteins, complex carbs like fruit and vegetables, and fats like nuts. Your diet will give you energy and fuel your body to handle the stress encountered during the APFT.
Your mental training should be treated with as much focus and dedication as your physical fitness training. Most of the challenges we face can simply be overcome with mental concentration. Get your head right. First, think positive thoughts. Negative energy will hamper your training and give you mental 'road-blocks' that will prevent you from doing your best. Last, visualize yourself reaching your goals. If you think you can, you will.
There is no one tip or trick to make you pass or max the APFT, but you can see there are many things we can do to help us be the most prepared!
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