US Army Fitness Test Challenge
Workout - US Army Fitness Test Challenge
- 10min @ 6'00''/km
- 2min @ 10'00''/km
- 10min @ 12'00''/km
- 2min @ 10'00''/km
- 10min @ 12'00''/km
- 0.0mi @ 9'30''/mi
- 5min @ 8'00''/km
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Flora Beverley’s video FITNESS MODELS TRY US MILITARY FITNESS TEST | NO TRAINING! offers an engaging look at this challenge. Below is what you need to know to test yourself on this routine today. The full video is worth watching for additional context and details.
Key Points:
- Three timed events make up the US Army fitness assessment: 2-minute push-ups (17 minimum), 2-minute sit-ups (50 minimum), and a 2-mile run (finish under 19:36).
- Preparation is crucial—budget 10-20 minutes for warm-up and recovery periods between events. The test format pairs intense effort with rest periods, mirroring proven high-intensity training methods. To dive deeper into this approach, explore Mastering Interval Training: Science-Backed Workouts and How a Smart App Can Personalize Them.
- Having a partner on hand boosts motivation: while one person runs, the other works through the push-ups and sit-ups.
- For the run portion: expect roughly 8 laps around a standard 400-meter track to cover the 2 miles. A steady 9-10 minute-per-mile pace keeps you under the 20-minute cutoff.
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