Army launches new physical test for soldiers in combat roles

Can you pass the new fitness test for soldiers in combat roles? See what it entails

The U.S. Army has updated its annual physical fitness test for soldiers in combat roles, such as infantry and artillery. Starting this month, the troops — regardless of age or sex — will be required to complete seven tasks in…

The Army just updated its physical combat field test for soldiers

Active duty combat soldiers serving in specialty occupations will be required to pass the new combat field test annually or be reclassified

Army launches new physical test for soldiers in combat roles

The U.S. Army is rolling out a new physical assessment designed to measure battlefield fitness for soldiers serving in combat roles, the service announced on Wednesday.The new Combat Field Test is designed to evaluate how soldiers perform under conditions that more closely resemble warfare on the modern battlefield, the Army said, launching a program that emphasizes strength, endurance and movement with loads.The test will also be age- and sex-n…

Army rolls out Combat Field Test, new fitness assessment for front-line combat soldiers

The test consists of seven exercises, without rest between, exercises and is meant to prepare soldiers for “the demanding realities of modern combat.”

US Army announces new, 7-event fitness test

Fitness tests used to be simpler: a run, push-ups and sit-ups. They evolved over time and now can include options.