The Two-Mile Run: This event tests your aerobic fitness and the endurance of the leg muscles. Your test is the ability to complete the 2-mile run in the shortest time possible. You may not come in any physical contact with another runner. Walking is permitted, but strongly discouraged. Remember, the quicker you finish, the higher your score. You will be given a number that … [Read more...]
Army Physical Fitness Test – Push Ups
https://youtu.be/MFazkmcSylc The Push Up: Push-ups measure the endurance of the chest, shoulder, and triceps muscles. You will have 2 minutes in which to do as many push-ups as you can. If they are done incorrectly, as deemed by the instructor, your push-up will not count. In order to do them efficiently, with no penalties, here are some key points to remember: Keep your … [Read more...]
Army Physical Fitness Test – APFT
The Army Physical Fitness Test has been replaced with the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). It better connects fitness with combat readiness for all Soldiers. The Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) is designed to test the muscular strength, endurance, and cardiovascular respiratory fitness of soldiers in the Army. The APFT is a three-event test consisting of push-ups, … [Read more...]
Navy Issues Guidance for Sailors Transitioning from Active to Reserve
The Navy announced guidance streamlining the transition from active duty to Selected Reserves (SELRES) through Perform to Serve (PTS) or Early Career Transition Program (ECTP) in release back in June. NAVADMIN 179/12 outlines a new process for active duty and full-time-support Sailors transitioning to the SELRES via PTS or ECTP to receive Navy Personnel Command (NPC)-funded … [Read more...]
Post-9/11 GI Bill Celebrates Start of Fourth Year
From a Department of Veterans Affairs News Release WASHINGTON – August marks the third anniversary of the Post-9/11 GI Bill, and since it was implemented, the Department of Veterans Affairs has provided educational benefits to 773,000 veterans and their family members, according to a Department of Veterans Affairs news release. “This is one of the most important … [Read more...]