AFT Events Guide
Detailed breakdown of all five Army Fitness Test events, execution standards, and scoring criteria.
Purpose
Tests lower body and back strength through a three-repetition maximum deadlift movement. This event measures your ability to safely lift heavy objects from the ground.
Equipment
- Olympic barbell (45 lbs)
- Weight plates
- Non-slip platform
Execution Standards
- Start with feet hip-width apart
- Grip the bar with hands outside legs
- Keep back straight, chest up
- Lift bar in smooth, controlled motion
- Stand fully upright at top
- Lower bar with control
- Complete 3 repetitions
Scoring Range
60-100 points based on weight lifted relative to age and gender standards
Purpose
Measures upper body muscular endurance through modified push-up with hand release. This ensures full range of motion and prevents cheating.
Equipment
- Flat, level surface
- Comfortable ground
Execution Standards
- Start in plank position
- Lower body until chest touches ground
- Lift hands completely off ground
- Replace hands and push up
- Return to start position
- Maintain straight body line
- Complete maximum repetitions in 2 minutes
Scoring Range
60-100 points based on repetitions completed relative to age and gender standards
Purpose
Multi-movement event testing anaerobic capacity and functional movement patterns. Simulates combat tasks like evacuating casualties and moving equipment.
Equipment
- 90-pound sled
- Two 40-pound kettlebells
- 50-meter lane
Execution Standards
- Sprint 50 meters
- Drag 90-lb sled 50 meters backward
- Lateral crawl 50 meters
- Carry two 40-lb kettlebells 50 meters
- Sprint 50 meters to finish
- Complete sequence without rest
Scoring Range
60-100 points based on total completion time relative to age and gender standards
Purpose
Isometric exercise measuring core strength and muscular endurance. Core stability is essential for injury prevention and functional movement.
Equipment
- Flat, level surface
- Comfortable ground
- Stopwatch
Execution Standards
- Start in plank position on forearms
- Maintain straight line from head to heels
- Keep forearms parallel
- Hold position as long as possible
- Test ends when form breaks
- Maximum time: 5 minutes
Scoring Range
60-100 points based on hold time relative to age and gender standards
Purpose
Traditional cardiovascular endurance test measuring aerobic fitness and running performance. Essential for sustained physical activity and combat endurance.
Equipment
- Measured 2-mile course
- Running shoes
- Stopwatch
- Weather-appropriate clothing
Execution Standards
- Run continuously for 2 miles
- Complete course as marked
- Walking is permitted but discouraged
- Finish within time limit
- Cross finish line under own power
Scoring Range
60-100 points based on completion time relative to age and gender standards
Preparation
- Get adequate sleep
- Eat light, familiar foods
- Hydrate properly
- Warm up thoroughly
- Arrive early
During Events
- Focus on form
- Pace yourself appropriately
- Listen to instructions
- Stay mentally positive
- Support your team
Recovery
- Cool down properly
- Rehydrate immediately
- Stretch gently
- Monitor how you feel
- Plan next training cycle