Posted on Dec 8, 2023
Congress Tells Army to Set Higher Fitness Standards for Combat Arms Soldiers | Military.com
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I don't understand what the issue is. Is it perfect? No. Is it a lot more comprehensive than the APFT? Yes. Would it be helpful if they actually treated us like "well rounded athlets" - yes.
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..."The new test is broadly seen in the force as easy to pass but difficult to get top scores, with the diversity of events demanding soldiers have diverse workout routines and be well-rounded athletes. The new test includes deadlifts, hand-release push-ups; a plank; a timed two-mile run; an event in which soldiers yeet a 10-pound ball as far as they can; and another event that involves sprints, carrying two 40-pound kettlebells and dragging a 90-pound sled."...
..."The new test is broadly seen in the force as easy to pass but difficult to get top scores, with the diversity of events demanding soldiers have diverse workout routines and be well-rounded athletes. The new test includes deadlifts, hand-release push-ups; a plank; a timed two-mile run; an event in which soldiers yeet a 10-pound ball as far as they can; and another event that involves sprints, carrying two 40-pound kettlebells and dragging a 90-pound sled."...
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