Army Physical Fitness Test

Training objectives must support the mission profile and meet the commanders desired end state. Prior to the 56TH train up at the National Training Center (NTC) the deployment location changed from Iraq to Afghanistan (case study). Changes to mission essential tasks were not identified prior to NTC, resulting in the BCT training on collective tasks and validated during MRE based on the Iraq mission profile. However, the shift to the Afghanistan mission profile created gaps in training not identified until units arrived at Bagram Air Field (BAF). i.e. the BCT had to establish an MRAP drivers training program at BAF extending the RSOI process. Training gaps were not limited to company level shortfalls as battalion and brigade staffs were not able to anticipate potential threats and capitalize on opportunities. (case study 2)

Once the analysis of the current APFT exercises have been completed the research will move on to the combat oriented tasks described in the TRADOC PT Manual. This leads us into stage two of the research. The tasks describe within the manual can be found within chapter 13 of the manual. The TRADOC manual is also Army wide guidance concerning what types of tasks Soldiers must be able to perform in combat situations. The actions prescribed in the manual will be evaluated on the same criteria as the current APFT format. The tasks specifically include: marching, running, lifting from ground and overhead, lunching pushing and rotations. These actions will again be broken down into the different body actions used in each movement and associated with the type of muscle contractions used. The TRADOC Tasks will be categorized and their characteristics identified on the following graph.

The United States military is downsizing, becoming a more fit and agile military. Due to this action the Army has come up with a program to place Soldiers in a field that they can perform at their maximum capacity physically and mentally. This program is called Soldier 2020, it is in its final testing stages even though parts of this program have already been integrated into TRADOC.

During the latter part of FY16 and the beginning of FY17, the EEOCA cadre successfully conducted three Institutional Army Warfighter Assessments (IAWAs) designed to test the validity of the proposed curriculum. Substantive changes were instituted throughout the IAWA process and the finished version of POI 16.0 is pending approval and validation. Since the IAWA process, there has been a graduate rate of 64% and a total of 270 Soldiers will be trained during FY17. The desired outcome is a course that better meets the needs of all components, reduces resources, and trains the critical tasks to

However, in 1950, the Services returned to using a single test, the Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT). This test was developed and modeled after the AGCT, and was the first test used in the military as a screening instrument. It measured the individual’s general ability to grasp military training within in the necessary allotted time, and it also offered a uniform measure of the individual’s potential performance in the military. Also, tests like The Army Classification Battery and the Navy Basic Test Battery were used to classify recruits into service specific jobs. In 1968, the ASVAB was introduced as a part of the Student Testing Program. The Air Force was the first to use the ASVAB in 1973, followed by the Marine Corps in 1974. However, the Army and Navy did not adopt the ASVAB until 1976, after the Department of Defense decided that all Services should use it for the purpose of screening enlistees and placing them in military jobs. The AFQT has been mostly retained and is now a subtest of the ASVAB. Since the introduction and adoption of the ASVAB, it has undergone many changes as far as content and scoring.

-PT: As you know there will be days when you will not participate in morning physical training. That being said you will be allowed to do coordinated physical training at the end of the day. You are expected to have self-discipline and to whatever it takes to maintain physical fitness standards. If you are found unable to pass the APFT, or the Army height and weight test you will conduct PT twice a day.

The IST is comprised of pull ups, crunches and a mile and a half run, which prepares recruits for the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) consists of pullups, crunches and a three mile run. Week two is “Barracks Week”, which brings discipline to the recruits and gives them the daily morning routine. Week three is “Basic Warrior Training Week”, where recruits learn close combat skills, basic first aid, and a three mile conditioning hike. Week four is “Drill Week”, with the first month of training coming to an end, it is time to test the recruits on knowledge test, and a platoon drill test. Week five is “Water Survival Week”, recruits learn how to stay alive in deep water, by learning techniques that will make them more comfortable in water. Week six is “Gas Chamber and Repel Tower Week”, which has recruits face the fear of heights, as well as facing tear gas. Week seven is “Weapons Training”, where recruits learn the different shoot positions for week eight, which is “Range Week”, on range week recruits do live fire shooting at 200, 300, and 500 yards to master their rifle. Week nine is “Team Week”, recruits get assigned different jobs around the base which promotes leadership to overcome tasks. Week ten is “Field Training Week”, recruits live and learn how to operate in a simulated combat zone. Week eleven is “Test Week”, where recruits take

The job that I have selected is a courier position with FedEx. The job requires lifting and transporting boxes either assisted (with a hand truck) or unassisted. Physical stamina is also required, as some shifts run in excess of ten hours per day doing this kind of work.

There are many AIT schools; and at the schools you will get a hands-on education and field instruction to enhance your expertise in the chosen field. I will do AIT at the Engineering School, because of my chosen job, Combat Engineer, also called Sappers. Sappers are very important to the success of any Army mission. During the Advanced Individualized Training, as a Sapper, I will learn a wide variety of engineering skills that may include: bridge building, structural maintenance, and electrical repair. There are different tasks generally for Combat Engineers that go with the skills taught including: building and constructing bridges, minefield clearance and detonation, and any other task requiring the specialized skills, (www.wood.army.mil/sapper). Sappers sometimes work with other branches to clear a route of obstacles and rivers for a convoy to pass or ground troops to pass. Detecting the mines will be done visually as well as with detectors. Sometimes they have to fix floating bridges, so learning to swim can be important. Also, they construct fighting, obstacle, and defensive positions during special missions. Combat Engineers primarily supervise and serve or assist as a member of a team when tackling rough terrain in combat situations. The expertise provides mobility, counter-mobility, survivability, and general engineering duties. To do all the duties I previously mentioned, you must first take the Armed Services Vocational Battery and get at least an 87. I made a 99.6, which says I am very adaptable. This test will help you understand your strengths and identify if Combat Engineering is your right fit. Engineers require additional 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, (www.wood.army.mil/sapper). Some of this classroom time is indoors, while the rest is in the field on the job training. Training will involve

Battalions will maintain APFT records and report results during the monthly training meetings to the S-3. Chief Instructors and Section Sergeants will retest Soldiers who fail the APFT prior to or following the normal training day during subsequent months following the initial record APFT.

Today’s task is to conduct 4 For the Core, Military Movement Drills 1 & 2, and AGR IAW TC 3-22.20.

Basic Combat training (BCT) is a training course that transforms civilians into soldiers. (www.goarmy.com, 2015) During boot camp you will be tested physically. Pushups, sit ups, and 10 mile hikes are just a small part of the physical fitness regimen that

When preparing my fitness for duty evaluation on this decorated officer Daniels, I want to make sure I touch up on some key points that are bringing attention to everyone. I want to do some research and ask questions within the department to see what the issue in hand. Here we have a decorative officer of 7 years within the force. It is concerning to the department that for the last several months the community has been filling complaints against Officer Daniels. I would question the officer Daniels on what is making him tick to use such excessive force all of a sudden. Why is he sleeping on the job lately and what is causing his rude behaviors. I would also question him on his action of not

Physical Fitness in the Army is important to unit readiness, as well as combat readiness. Leadership plays a vital role in how successful a unit’s Physical Fitness Program is maintained and managed. Physical Fitness Programs throughout the Army have become personalized to the wants of the leadership and have forgotten about the needs of the organization. Understanding the importance that physical fitness has on military readiness is critical. Understanding the history of physical fitness in the Army is equally important to building physically fit Soldiers and help improve readiness throughout the Army. This paper will discuss the history of physical readiness training in the Army and argue the need for leader involvement in unit physical fitness programs. It will explain the value of having Master Fitness Trainers in every company; it will discuss the impact on combat readiness; the need for Master Fitness Trainers to manage physical fitness program and why understanding the Performance Triad can benefit Soldiers.

PFA 2-5 May 2017 0730 (this assessment will be performed at Naval Academy Preparatory School track or Chafee Gym dependent upon weather and cardio options available).