Army Times on MSN7 个月
Higher fitness standards will prepare soldiers for real-world problems
The legacy Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT ... The Army challenged the force with a new fitness standard, yet despite ...
Military.com6 年
The New Army Combat Fitness Test
called the Army Combat Fitness Test, is intended to replace the current three-event Army Physical Fitness Test. Beginning October 2020, all Soldiers will be required to take the new gender- and ...
来自MSN3 个月
Army combat fitness test threatens to undermine combat effectiveness
For men, it has inadvertently lowered standards, while for women, it has dramatically increased failure rates compared to the previous Army Physical Fitness Test. These imbalances threaten to ...
Army PT uniform isn’t going away, but more options coming, service says
The new optional PT gear items will supplement the current uniform. They could include upgraded shorts and shirts.
Task & Purpose2 年
The Army won’t lower its standards to meet recruiting goals, at least not this time
The days of easing age and physical fitness requirements aren't coming ... wants to make sure recruits are up to the standards. Next month the Army launches its Future Soldier Preparatory Course ...
Military.com24 天
Sergeant Major of the Army Walks Back New Physical Training Uniform Announcement
The Army will not be transitioning to new physical training uniforms ... We have to make sure we maintain the standard." Read Next: Navy Aviators Killed in Growler Crash near Mount Rainier ...
Defense News1 个月
Soldiers could see a brand new PT gear design by next year
Soldiers will soon sport a new physical training ... design and features of the standard PT gear. But a new uniform is on its way, said Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Weimer on Tuesday at ...