It looks challenging. For me no problem. What about you? https://www.foxnews.com/health/army-unveils-new-fitness-test-tougher-standards-could-you-pass-it
Army has new strength test - can you do it.
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Warrior9(Ret)
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No. But I’m willing to watch and cheer on those who try.
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Onewolf426
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So, be a cup?No. But I’m willing to watch and cheer on those who try.
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Warrior9(Ret)
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Ah, you caught that. My nickname used to be “BIKE”
BassCliff
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Hi,
I'm soon to be 68 years old and have been fighting this age thing with (mostly) good diet and moderate exercise. You gotta keep moving for as long as you can. I have a real "use it or lose it" mindset, it's better to wear it out than to let it rot.
I've had to take six weeks away from my regular regimen to heal from a surgery. I started back this week and it's tough. I'm sure age has something to do with it, but I was surprised at how much muscular tone I've lost in relatively short time. Example; I used to do 50 push-ups and now I can barely do 20. I'm starting slow, hoping to get back to where I was with my total workout.
I'm not a bodybuilder and I carry a few extra stubborn pounds on my frame. My goal is not necessarily to live longer, but to live better. I take joy in staying active.
I'm glad to see the Army is keeping up with its fitness requirements. Readiness is key. My son-in-law was a Marine recruiter for a while before he retired from the Corp. A lot of his recruits required physical training before reporting to basic. He'd be out there right along with them, twice their age and showing them how it's done.
Pardon my ramblings. Now if you'll excuse me, it's time to hit the machine.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
I'm soon to be 68 years old and have been fighting this age thing with (mostly) good diet and moderate exercise. You gotta keep moving for as long as you can. I have a real "use it or lose it" mindset, it's better to wear it out than to let it rot.
I've had to take six weeks away from my regular regimen to heal from a surgery. I started back this week and it's tough. I'm sure age has something to do with it, but I was surprised at how much muscular tone I've lost in relatively short time. Example; I used to do 50 push-ups and now I can barely do 20. I'm starting slow, hoping to get back to where I was with my total workout.
I'm not a bodybuilder and I carry a few extra stubborn pounds on my frame. My goal is not necessarily to live longer, but to live better. I take joy in staying active.
I'm glad to see the Army is keeping up with its fitness requirements. Readiness is key. My son-in-law was a Marine recruiter for a while before he retired from the Corp. A lot of his recruits required physical training before reporting to basic. He'd be out there right along with them, twice their age and showing them how it's done.
Pardon my ramblings. Now if you'll excuse me, it's time to hit the machine.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
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They might - it'll be different though. Floating through six chambers with door locks - timed. Figuring out how to use the outer space toilet (hint - everything floats so don't get this one wrong!). Welding underwater - timed. btw - astronauts typically are divers as that is the best zero gravity training regimen.
powerboatr
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IN the words of Toby
I am good once as i ever was.
I am good once as i ever was.
bc22wm
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Yes
NO! unless you count me landing on my face each time, then I couldn't do it 40 years ago either
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? What to heck is a plank. Many, many years ago I could rest just my head (no shoulders) heals and butt on 3 4' wooden sawhorses made from 2x8s, then stiffen my back and legs, take the middle sawhorse out from under me, lift it over my body, then slide it back under from the opposite side. Could also take a 10lbs sledge at the end of the handle, stiff arm it out straight and slowly gently touch my nose just bending my wrist and take it back to and upright. Don't know that I can do that anymore because I aint trying it, but I suspect not a snowballs chance in hell.
Two-mile run. How much time dose a fat old man get?
NO! unless you count me landing on my face each time, then I couldn't do it 40 years ago either
More than likely
? What to heck is a plank. Many, many years ago I could rest just my head (no shoulders) heals and butt on 3 4' wooden sawhorses made from 2x8s, then stiffen my back and legs, take the middle sawhorse out from under me, lift it over my body, then slide it back under from the opposite side. Could also take a 10lbs sledge at the end of the handle, stiff arm it out straight and slowly gently touch my nose just bending my wrist and take it back to and upright. Don't know that I can do that anymore because I aint trying it, but I suspect not a snowballs chance in hell.
Two-mile run. How much time dose a fat old man get?
bc22wm
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once upon a time
getting old ain't for wimps
Cedric
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At 72 I would have a tough time of it. My physical regimen consists of strictly manual labor and it's enough for some of my students to say I look pretty ripped. Also, I understand the culture has changed. We have several generations of young people accustomed to going to the gym, but here are my concerns:
- Time. I can see the platoon ldr/platoon sergeant say: "no motor stables today sweethearts, off to the gym, march!" What tactical tasks will be sacrificed for gym time?
- Equipment. The three event APFT was developed to replace the old five event because no equipment was required for the three event. Heck, train at home or before your evening meal.
- Soldier load. This has gone up over the years. I think Class II (clothing/gear) replacement has been broken for years, so the soldier has to deploy with more and more gear. Even on ops, do we want mobility or protection? Of course, the commanders want both. Body armor, rucks, ammo, weapon, more stuff. This new AFT seems designed to satisfy an unrealistic requirement for a significant chunk of soldiers. Example: paratroopers jumping on Grenada took everything including the kitchen sink and didn't jump out of the aircraft, they rolled out.
- The Army is creating a very narrow gate to pass through if large numbers of troops are to be mobilized quickly in an emergency. If that happens I would wager we'd be back to the three event PT test pretty quickly.
JMO
- Time. I can see the platoon ldr/platoon sergeant say: "no motor stables today sweethearts, off to the gym, march!" What tactical tasks will be sacrificed for gym time?
- Equipment. The three event APFT was developed to replace the old five event because no equipment was required for the three event. Heck, train at home or before your evening meal.
- Soldier load. This has gone up over the years. I think Class II (clothing/gear) replacement has been broken for years, so the soldier has to deploy with more and more gear. Even on ops, do we want mobility or protection? Of course, the commanders want both. Body armor, rucks, ammo, weapon, more stuff. This new AFT seems designed to satisfy an unrealistic requirement for a significant chunk of soldiers. Example: paratroopers jumping on Grenada took everything including the kitchen sink and didn't jump out of the aircraft, they rolled out.
- The Army is creating a very narrow gate to pass through if large numbers of troops are to be mobilized quickly in an emergency. If that happens I would wager we'd be back to the three event PT test pretty quickly.
JMO
