How to prepare for the Army Combat Fitness Test Beginning October 2020, the #USArmy will transition from the Army Physical Fitness Test to the new Army Combat Fitness Test, or ACFT. This is the first update to the official test of record in more than 35 years. What does this mean for you? You must start preparing now. Video by Staff Sgt. Jeremiah Runser, Indiana National Guard | U.S. Army

428K views · 8K reactions | The Army Combat Fitness Test, #ACFT, is a six-event test that assesses an individual Soldier's physical readiness. Trainees going through Basic Combat Training, #BCT, are tested three times prior to graduating to ensure they're physically capable of exceeding the U.S. Army standard before arriving at their first duty station. To learn more about the ACFT check out: www.army.mil/ACFT/ | U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training | Facebook

Workout of the Day Wednesday 230614 Army Combat Fitness Test Events 1. In 5 minutes, establish a 3-rep-max deadlift Rest 2:00 2. Standing Power Throw Rest 3:00 3. Complete as many reps as possible in 2 minutes of: Hand-release push-ups Rest 3:00 4. In 4 minutes, complete: Sprint, Drag, Carry Rest 4:00 5. Max plank hold Rest 2:00 6. For time: Run 2 miles Complete all six ACFT events and post scores to comments. Celebrate the U.S. Army’s Birthday and learn more about the ACFT head over to CrossFit