SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 - Whether you're a military brat who comes from a long line of soldiers or you're the first in your family to join the service, one of your first steps should be to talk to a recruiter. They can answer all your questions and help you plan your career. However, there are a number of other things you can do as well that will get you ready for a fruitful career … [Read more...]
6 Advantages Of Serving In The Army
AUGUST 30, 2021 - The U.S. Army is one of the oldest and most respected American institutions there is. If you’re trying to decide what career might be right for you, then there are few better options for people who want job security and an unmatched sense of coworker camaraderie. Of course, the work is tough. However, it comes with a long list of attractive benefits that … [Read more...]
ACFT News
The ACFT is the first overhaul of the Army’s fitness test in 40 years and was initially rolled out with plans to make it official by October 2020. Read the latest news here on how the ACFT is progressing. … [Read more...]
Combat Fitness Test (CFT)
The Combat Fitness Test (CFT) is a physical fitness test of the United States Marine Corps, and is used in complement to the USMC Physical Fitness Test (PFT). The CFT is a 300-point test with an emphasis on functional fitness related to operational demands. Males and females perform the same exercises but are scored differently, and adjustments are also made for age. Passing … [Read more...]
Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT)
The Army Combat Fitness Test consists of six events: 3 Repetition Maximum Deadlift (MDL) Standing Power Throw (SPT) Hand-Release Push-Up (HRP) Sprint-Drag-Carry (SDC) Leg Tuck (LTK) 2-Mile Run (2MR) The ACFT replaces the APFT as the Army’s physical fitness test of record beginning October 1, 2020. The Army will no longer conduct the APFT after September 30, … [Read more...]