Air Force PT Test Standards | How To Prepare For The Military

[@krisstrong5936]

lol lets break it down real easy coming from a dude who could only do 5 push ups 15 sit-ups and ran an 18 minute 1.5 when starting BMT. I can now do 50 push ups easy. and max sit ups. running especially where i'm stationed at an altitude of 6600 feet is pretty hard but i still bang out 11 minutes. How did I do this? run three times a week and 1x3's. What's a 1x3? take your max sit-ups divide by 2 then do three sets of those. same with push-ups. Do that 4 to 5 times a week and you're golden. Done. all this fancy muscle work is totally unnecessary. When you write all that down you start to go holy shit i'm never going to make it. youtubers complicate everything. Just do your 1x3's and run 3 days week. that's it. With that work out alone you'll develop all the core muscles you need to so you can get that 90 on the PT test.

[@BradyuNunez]

Kris Strong correct. 1x3s are taught yto you while at BMT. What was shown in the video was how 'I physically prepared.' Just stating what has worked for me bro. But congrats on the awesome turn around with your numbers and time :) also as stated giving these weighted exercises a try makes this MUCH EASIER when it comes to the actual PT test. Give em a try before your next PT test.

[@KevinA1919]

Kris Strong Hey man could you explain the 1x3 thing a little more

[@krisstrong5936]

1x3's is simple but very effective way to increase push-ups and sit-ups numbers. On the first day Do as many push-ups and sit-ups as you can. The next day take whatever that number was for both and divide it by two, then do 3 sets of that many push-ups and sit-ups. EXAMPLE, first day i do 10 push-ups. The next day I will do 3 sets of 5 push-ups. Each day you want to keep adding 1 additional number to each set until it gets hard. then you stick to that number until it gets easier and keep bumping up your numbers.

[@BradyuNunez]

Kevin Ayala well said Kris! I'd also like to add that these 1x3s can be done up to 3 times a day! Good luck Kevin :)

[@deondreymarra1113]

Brady Nuñez to figure my max out should i put a one minute timer

[@KaharieEnt]

Good video bro, I’m heading off this month, October 29th, 2019.💯🙏🏾🛫

[@master-leage-RAT]

That's my birthday

[@travismccutchan3144]

I know this video is old but that song at 3:22 bursted my eardrums

[@we5149]

Been at tech school for about 7 months now and my pt test should be coming up soon. This was super helpful.

[@jaythomason9414]

Thank you for serving our country! Also I’m planning on joining the air force and I definitely need to train I’m 15 turning 16 in February lol so I ain’t got much time but I guess that’s a reason to push myself harder

[@BradyuNunez]

thanks for your support jonathan! but you have plenty of time :) as long as you start now and remain consistent; when the time comes you'll kill your PT test! good luck to you

[@SheldonLeeFit]

The editing is lit on this one 👌🏼

[@BradyuNunez]

Sheldon Lee thanks boss

[@stephiandsweet-ish_skyler8142]

Hey man you have been my inspiration I'm 23 years old I'm in the process of inlisting wish me luck man.

[@clemstoyankolo6447]

My first time I did 1.5 miles in 15 minutes Sit-up 50 in 1 minutes But push-up is my issue

[@kyleschuler9628]

Hi I’m currently in high school and I’m striving to go into the Air Force and maybe even become a pilot, what steps should I take to really get into shape and become a good soldier?

[@BradyuNunez]

kyle schuler first of all make sure your nutrition is on point! For this I have a video on my channel on how to track your calories to build muscle or lose fat! Also hit the gym if you have access to one. Start to run or do cardio 3 - 4 times a week as well!

[@aquatic_atlas]

Same goal here

[@makennadearborn7752]

End up joining?

[@COUPLE-COMEDY-official]

Very interesting to hear how someone preps for such an event. Shoutout out from Switzerland from fellow KZbinrs bro!

[@BradyuNunez]

much love brotha! i checked your channel out. good stuff

[@GaryBrownFitness]

Dude this was so informative and professional. Do you ever do video presentations or projects for classes? This would be extremely good to use for something like that. Great work Brady. Always love seeing what you're up to, because you're always progressing brother and its so motivating

[@BradyuNunez]

Gary Brown I actually don't bro but appreciate the words man! Definitely trying to provide more value for the people watching my videos. Always great to have your support

[@kristenromano4148]

Appreciate this video im just signing on to the air force and i def need to get in shape so im gonna be working out until i have to leave for basic and this was super helpful i'll be looking for more of your stuff to be better prepared.

[@BradyuNunez]

Of course Kristen! feel free to shoot me a dm on Instagram or an email if you have any questions & good luck to you!

[@YHLegacyYHL]

The editing is incredible!!! Perfect choice of song!

[@BradyuNunez]

YH Legacy thanks a lot brother

[@64wing]

Excellent submission, sir! Thank you!

[@SpecialClothTalk]

I really appreciate you putting out a video with the new standards. I've been preparing for a few months now, and feel just about ready physically. I dropped 60lbs and everything. I'm confused on the minimum time though. Articles I've read said 11:57 for Liberator. I run 11:30 on a decent pace. I'm a lot more comfortable with 13:14 as the minimum. So is the minimum 11:57 or 13:14 like in the video. I leave in a couple weeks, and thanks again

[@BradyuNunez]

Frank Frizzy the minimum is 13:14 I was giving the minimum so you don't fail the test! So the bare minimum is 13:14! Good luck to you! You should do great with your run time :)

[@SpecialClothTalk]

Thank you brother

[@captmatojo0718]

Saludos compañero. Te dejo mi like bro y existe. Muy interesante el vídeo brother y palante!!!👍😁

[@Simplymaia15]

Whoa! Absolutely amazing PT test, gosh you have to be in top shape and endurance has to be on...nice my dude! You are very inspiring and I'm loving what you bring to our YT family 😊💕💕

[@BradyuNunez]

for sure! thanks Maia :)

[@nightday2265]

Thanks for that. I guess I gotta get back to work before I join.

[@thefitfrench]

So many things are great in this video. First your subject is very original and interesting. The soundtrack and the advice. Good job man :) this is great 😜

[@BradyuNunez]

The Fit French thanks so much brotha! Glad you could find something to enjoy from this video

[@DeonMitchel]

The rewind clip was done great. The standard hasn't change much just a little bit since I was in they weren't measuring your waist and we had to do a seated toe reach.

[@BradyuNunez]

Fitness Assassin yeah I heard the waist measurement was new & you're right only slight changes! Wanna give those new recruits the updated numbers though! Thanks for watchin boss

[@Sooperbohl1961]

Good job Airman Nunez!

[@BradyuNunez]

thanks dave!

[@ep_detail]

What's up man, another good on in the books!! I know sooo many people who struggle with their run time and you are 100% about it being the most difficult to improve. The problem is most of us try to get better at running by running more. I would suggest you look into ESD training bro, it hits all three energy systems with out having to do tons of steady state cardio. Hope that helps my man, keep killing it!

[@BradyuNunez]

Vactive fit appreciate the suggestion bro! I'll give it a look for sure

[@InaGutowska]

That is interesting! These standards are so strict! Well done!

[@BradyuNunez]

thanks! glad you enjoyed it

[@TheQuietLantern]

Thank you so much for this video!! I've been working on some of these to prep for bmt/pt and I definitely got some extra tips here. Thank you!! Shooting for warhawk!

[@Moreno_Sucio]

this video was really insightful, thanks brother! shipping out March 27th

[@BradyuNunez]

im glad i could help! good luck to you :)

[@McCaffreyMelon]

I'm not going into the Air Force but this was still such a cool video to watch . Thanks for sharing Brady 💗🌙

[@BradyuNunez]

of course that means a lot that you could still enjoy this one! of course :)

[@NoHippieBBQCooking]

gotta love pt tests

[@BradyuNunez]

No Hippie BBQ & Cooking were you in the military bro?

[@johnramirez2307]

Yea you air force guys do have it better good point

[@BradyuNunez]

John Ramirez that’s true and no disrespect to nava, he’s a good dude. I just meant that I don’t have the desire to be like anyone else but myself.

[@09oliviamatts]

Thanks for the video and tips.. I leave next month for BMT

[@BradyuNunez]

my pleasure! good luck Olivia :)

[@niclasschlesinger3972]

Man your vlogs are on fire! Keep it up

[@BradyuNunez]

Niclas Schlesinger appreciate that bro, will do

[@itsreallyimportantman]

Brilliant video as always!

[@BradyuNunez]

thanks so much!

[@asapikus1765]

Nice video bro!!

[@IMp5xXH1TIVIaN]

This is awesome, I could really use the info. Thankyou for your service. If your from San antonio Kudos!

[@MattLeeFit]

Another awesome video Brady! Well done my man. Learning something new everyday. Editing legit gets better and better with each video bro, keep it up!

[@BradyuNunez]

thats dope that you could learn something from this video man! appreciate the support as always Matt

[@jimmyolmedo4076]

Great video bro def. its impressive the way you have to train for the Air Force. Maybe you should do a series of videos on how you prepare to improve your run and culminate it with the total score of your PT test.

[@COUPLE-COMEDY-official]

I Agree!

[@BradyuNunez]

hmmm thats a good idea! thanks jimmy

[@Ron.Swanson.]

thanks for the info man. going to meps around the middle of the month. Can’t wait for basic. Did my 1.5 just now and I got 11:57. So I need to work a little bit on it but I have some time

[@BradyuNunez]

thats awesome! good luck to you :) and to be honest basic isnt all bad so you're right to be excited for it. it'll be an experience that will stick with you for sure

[@sabrinamelissa6909]

This was a really good video and I will refer to it when I need help thank you :) I have some work to do lol

[@M1LIFECREATIVE]

dude this was brilliant, i found it really interesting and i thought your advice was very good

[@BradyuNunez]

M1 LIFE much appreciated! glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@M1LIFECREATIVE]

Brady Nunez i would really be interested in more air force content. what is the structure for each day etc ?

[@MarjosMusic]

Great video how you made it and put eveything together. Great test!

[@BradyuNunez]

Marjo's Music thanks so much

[@Blissterification]

Excellent vid, thank you sir

[@BradyuNunez]

of course, thanks for watching

[@minotcatm]

As a retired Security Forces Master Sergeant....I believe that the PT test should be 100% even across the board. With 7 Deployments under my Beret I feel Under prepared and under equiped with any female that cant pick me up dead weight and run me out of danger if the situation should arise. All of my airmen and NCOs were capable of this. I made sure that they could meet my standards because when we hit the desert and are running security for POL convoys that were constantly being targeted by insurgents my main goal was everyone being back at the FOB at the end of the day. The differences in the PT standards makes me sick to my stomach and should be abolished. If you cant do what he/she can do than you do not deserve to wear the same COVER that we do. You have to be able to play both ways. Both offense and Defense. Step up or Sit Down.

[@jedz5507]

Nice informative video dude 💪 keep them coming enjoying the content

[@BradyuNunez]

willl do thanks for the support!

[@MariusPlatt]

Great vid brah! just found your channel and i liked/subbed!

[@BradyuNunez]

MTP Fitness means a lot bro

[@LozsLeisure]

Nicely put together bro!! Interesting to see what you have to get! I reckon I could try to max out you know...

[@BradyuNunez]

hell yeah! i was very close as well! i hardly ever run so i figure if i work on my run a little bit ill be able to max it out for sure

[@nickc9370]

Good info!

[@SkuxDeluxe]

Still smashing it bro!!

[@BradyuNunez]

Skux Deluxe aye thanks skux

[@SkuxDeluxe]

you been off youtube for a bit bro?

[@BradyuNunez]

Skux Deluxe nah man! Haven't uploaded in a week but I'll have a video out pretty soon

[@isaacmarley5112]

another dope upload man ! : )

[@BradyuNunez]

aye thanks Isaac

[@rosesmith-r7.158]

fuck it I'm aiming for it . you changed my mind . thank you !

[@BradyuNunez]

hell yeah, kill it!

[@angelasierra4485]

Thank you for this video! I'm planning to join the Air Force. I have to lose 20 pounds before leaving. Any meal plans or tips you can give me to lose weight faster? I'm 18 years old and I'm a female. It's been really hard to work out since I'm not so good at it. Thanks for the help!

[@BradyuNunez]

yeah of course, i myself just cut down over 30 lbs and i have a ton of videos where i talk about weight loss! feel free to check out any of those videos :) ill also be coming out with a video on how i set my calories up to either lose or gain weight which will be a big help! bc i dont follow any meal plans, i track my calories and macro nutrients and am able to lose weight or gain weight based on a caloric intake. Big tips: dont drink your calories! stick to water, diet drinks or anything else CALORIE free. look at your nutrition labels they're there for a reason. another big one is PORTION CONTROL you can still eat some of the foods you love but all in moderation. but like i said look out for the video i have coming soon on how to set up calories for yourself (because everyone is different) to reach your goals :)

[@angelasierra4485]

Brady Nuñez thank you. I will definitely follow with your channel! Very helpful.

[@larryprochko]

Brady Nuñez is there a minimum that you can weigh if you are 5,7”

[@805swimmer]

Here is my results from my last DEP PT: Mile and a half: 9:14 Push-ups: 56 Sit-ups: 52 I'm aiming for the war hawk when I go to BMTs, any tips?

[@BradyuNunez]

dude thats sick! you're killin it. do some 1x3s! take your max and divide it by 2. from there do 3 sets of that with 45 seconds - 1 minute rest in between. also try to work on your speed so you can hit the max in the allowed time! you run is only 2 seconds away. you're already so close! good luck to you

[@805swimmer]

Brady Nuñez thanks man! I appreciate the tips and I will definitely try these out

[@BaileySchellDE48FF]

I leave for basic in July and I’m going for Warhawk as well My run is: 10:07 Push ups: 58 Sit ups: 61 I’ve got 70 push ups before but when I focused more on running I kind of lost the gains.

[@johnshumate8112]

War hawk? I thought he said warthog

[@burritoburnett]

im 6ft 265. I bodybuild and powerlift. Im mentally preparing myself for the gains I will lose over that time.....and for gaining it all back!!! Time to hit the track lol

[@BradyuNunez]

Doug Burnett haha I hear that brotha! So I literally went in to BMT at 175 lbs & came out at 175 lbs. but body comp was totally different... (lost a good amount of muscle) got back in the gym as soon as I got to tech school and was feeling strong within a month or so. You’ll get through it bro!

[@welpheregoesnothin8591]

I was infantry in the army for 9 years, looking at going into the Airforce as a JTAC. I didn’t see a single sit up performed during that mock test. If our shoulder blades didn’t touch the pavement it didn’t count. Lol can’t wait to have the Airforce standard 🤣

[@SergeantFit]

Sorry I missed this. I was stuck on extended duty at Fort Dix for a week without internet. I am catching up on all the videos I missed. My waist is also 29 at 5' 11". Very good tips for passing and exceeded the AF PT test. Unfortunately there are a lot of instructors in the JROTC career field that could not come close to passing the PT test. I guess when you retire, fitness is no longer a priority. Although I have to say, during my week at Fort Dix, I saw a lot of overweight active and reserve Air Force people.

[@BradyuNunez]

Sergeant Fit No need to apologize really appreciate you taking the time to watch! And yeah unfortunately there are a lot of out of shape service members of all branches

[@SergeantFit]

True. The Army had their share of overweight people going through Fort Dix for training that week.

[@kunicross]

Planks are quite greate its really interesting how they get my heart pumping without really doing much. Absolutely sure on the running that what where most people really struggled back in the army - intervall running might help to get the speed up its usually also a mental thing not only your endurance.

[@BradyuNunez]

i actually considered this! great point, i will most likely throw some interval runs into my routine

[@kunicross]

Brady Nunez just try it out it's a great technique to get a short but intense running workout and for many it helps with speed a lot.

[@okaykatelyn]

Great video, thanks for the information! Isn't there a pull-up requirement for Warhawk?

[@BradyuNunez]

i dont believe so. we did do pull-ups at bmt but they never counted toward our score. as far as operational air force its possible to max your test out without doing pull-ups at all

[@maegandixon4628]

Loveeee your channel and your gorgeous😍😩

[@BradyuNunez]

haha thanks Maegan

[@RelicOfTwo]

I’m gonna try this

[@allaboutchrist4813]

Finee❤️

[@cjp2442]

The minimum score it may apply to your age charts. I'm at age 30-39. It's more flexible time then yours

[@yssajoyesteban9810]

nice vid. new,subbie here!!!!😊

[@anshulYT91]

Can you do a video on all the gear you get issued at BMT and the book they give to read for you EXAM

[@mravalik]

I thank you for this video, currently I’m enlisted in the Air Force, but I have to wait the 6 months after having scored too low on my confirmation test. I wanted to see what I had to do in order to train for boot camp, and I need to lose my little stomach pudge 😂

[@BradyuNunez]

which confirmation test are you referring to? ASVAB or PT test? glad the vid could help! work hard. you got this!

[@mravalik]

Brady Nuñez The ASVAB Confirmation test, I scored a 52 on my third retake and then a 36 on my confirmation test, though I was told that with the confirmation test I would have had to of scored 10 points below my 52 to keep my 52, or score anything above and take that after score.

[@Iamdannyflores]

Cool video bro! Quick question ... so if you pass the test is it like certified anywhere?

[@BradyuNunez]

Danny Flores thanks Danny! And nah bro this is one of the requirements for you to join the Air Force. It's not a cert

[@koreyg5279]

Did the Warhawk standards change for 2019-2020? I can't find any reliable information on that.

[@KomariLunpai]

Thanks for posting. I'm putting my dates for April! I'm super excited and need to work on my own running times too. #wherearetheynow moment since this video was in June lol still running like a mad man?

[@BradyuNunez]

im about 20 lbs heavier and definitely not hitting these run times lol. i ended up getting a 99 on my official PT test in august though. About to start a 3 month cut though so my tmes will get better as i begin to lose weight again!

[@wyatt8242]

I’m 13 and at my school they legit won’t let you get under a 10 min on our physical test or course.

[@UltimateAdigaGamer]

I agree with what’s you’re saying but can you explain that part you’re doing with your face in 4:04, you didn’t mention in and i think it needs further explanation.

[@kevaughnkerr8185]

Don't know if you read comments, but: Still deciding if I should go to the AF, but the training and PT Test is what I'm excited for!! 1) I can run under a 5-minute mile, so I'm sure I can kill the run time. 2) I just got on the floor and did some push-ups and can only do 50 in a minute (any ideas on how to help with that?). 3)Sit-ups were a breeze 4) I'm 29" in waist as well, but I need to gain weight! (any advice about that?)

[@Andr3wco7]

4) Eat food xd

[@samhickman2984]

Make a video about owning a car in the military

[@TheGfacekilla]

9:12 for 1.5 seems extremely fast my goodness

[@andrek5533]

Proper nutrition is also key

[@frankthegerman4426]

Do you not have to go all the way down for pushups on the test? I've been training pushups and could only do a couple, because I let my chest touch the ground a little and went all the way. But in this video the people are doing pushups to a little above the groundlevel

[@julianoetinger6678]

Would I get Warhawk if I can do 75 push-ups , 65 sit-ups but only run a 9:27

[@23Bootzie]

Nice video I leave in 6 weeks my run is good I can do a mile and a half in 13:55 mins and I'm getting faster each time I seem to be struggling with my push ups so far the most I've done is 14 and I'm really freaking out about it.

[@BradyuNunez]

not bad at all! trying doing 3 sets of 7 push-ups (half your max) within two minutes. until you start to increase your strength! also if you can try to make it to the gym and do some chest/core workouts! best of luck to you :)

[@23Bootzie]

Ok thank you so much

[@flusteredtorchic9024]

What i dont understand is why dont they do a full push up? Or sit up? If im training for the pt test should i just do those half assed ones?

[@gatogato3748]

*stares in army Fuck... I joined the wrong branch. 😂😂😂

[@lisaa9085]

When you say body composition has to be about 34 inches for females? What if you have a naturally small frame waist of 25??? I’m wanting to enlist next year but this might be a problem for me?

[@marcelferreiro7800]

Hey, I'm currently training myself for the BMT test as well. I'm doing pretty well on the run, but it's the situps where I have trouble. How would I improve?

[@MyloandOllie]

Excellent information! 😎👍👍👍

[@jessamaepenalosa8621]

i love lifting. that’s all i’ve done. when you said it doesn’t help much it broke my heart lol but you’re right. it helps with the push ups and sit ups. but for running, i just can’t do it that fast and for that long! any recommendations on how to build cardio/endurance ?

[@BradyuNunez]

haha we are on the same page on that one! and unfortunately (like lifting) the way to get better at running is to just run more often. I recommend to get on a track and time yourself on your mile & a half. (6 laps on the track.) to see where you stand, also in the process you will start to build your endurance up if you run a mile & a half often. However to try to increase your speed with the run I definitely recommend doing some sort of sprint and speed training. But if you want to have more fun while doing cardio; try playing a sport and your cardio/endurance will definitely go up.

[@BradyuNunez]

if you do a combination of these things and switch it up every time you go to do cardio, you are gonna smoke that run!

[@TheImprintsIllusion]

This was beyond informative. I'm looking to go into the air Force during this summer, and looking at the numbers, I'm so far from meeting these requirements it makes me wanna gag 😂 now I know what to train towards!

[@Maudegr]

Appreciate the video my man. So far, how do you feel about your time in the air force?

[@BradyuNunez]

no problem brother! and to be honest man... i cant complain at all the Air Force has been great for me and even though i dont plan on making a career out of the military its a great move especially if you're unsure with what you want to do with your future

[@mikestone6879]

LMAO 😂😂 my platoon Sargent was right about the air Force you guys have it way too easy

[@BradyuNunez]

haha yeah i thought the PT requirements would be a bit tougher. but it is what it is

[@mackenziedegolier1545]

Wow im actually over the maximum score LOL guess i can thank calisthenics for that i dont even lift weights except with legs

[@Mavish11]

I'm getting different maximum scores for the AF when I google it.

[@shatteringairfist191]

Is the boot camp for air force easier than the army

[@danielroman1484]

Have the requirements changed for getting Warhawk?

[@austinstiefel8578]

Is there a certain amount of time they give you to perform the push ups and sit ups? I’m hoping to get accepted by the Air Force soon and then go to BMT, pass the PT rest, and serve the country

[@BradyuNunez]

Austin Steifel you have to hit the minimum amount required in 1 minute for each. Push-ups & sit-ups are performed back to back but they’re done separately

[@strawberries4317]

Just wear a waist trainer for a few days lol 😆 to meet the requirement

[@iAmcee4]

He looks soo much like Freddie Mercury

[@BradyuNunez]

my grill isn't that big lmao

[@iAmcee4]

Brady Nuñez not at all you guys just look alike in different ways 😂😁 but really love your videos 💙💯

[@lupebutterfly9161]

You didn't mention anything about Thunderbolt.

[@BradyuNunez]

yeah i figured I'd stick to the minimum and maximum scores for the sake of video length

[@williambrown2356]

Dude, I'm doing 55 Push-ups, 50 Sit-ups and 11:45 1.5 mile. A push-up is eyes straight, chest all the way down. Those are not push-ups. I'm an A1C as well.

[@BradyuNunez]

William Brown appreciate the feedback. And I agree my form was not 100% here. Mostly from my core not being engaged. Air Force official pushups only require your elbows to break 90 degrees for them to count though. And to be fair push-up form has nothing to do with your eyes. Thanks for keeping me accountable though!

[@LibertyLocalizer]

Sorry if I missed it in the video, but how much rest do you get between events?

[@BradyuNunez]

there isn't usually a set time between events. it usually comes down to the person who is facilitating the test. Typically sit ups and push ups are relatively back to back then there is a bit more time given to rest before the run

[@Drakeman2003]

If you're the only one in your flight who scored warhawk, how does that work? Not saying that it could happen but if it did, then what?

[@BradyuNunez]

that's a good question im sure you'd still reap the same benefits as if more people were to hit warhawk. in my flight only two people got it. but there are other ways, such as receiving more than a 90% on your EOC to get the extra day of town pass. if you're referring to operational though if you max out your score you typically earn up to 3 days off without charging leave.

[@Drakeman2003]

Brady Nuñez is there a time limit on that, the EOC?

[@BradyuNunez]

i believe they give you an hour or something like that. maybe more

[@blakephelps8924]

I thought the PT requirements would be harder, I can easily pass it

[@BradyuNunez]

yeah, I agree. but that's a good thing for you! haha. the pt requirements get harder if you want to pursue a combat job like tac p, paratrooper, eod etc..

[@CombosLegacy614]

Not trying to criticize. I notice you and some other guys aren't even doing the full range of motion with your pushups and situps. Do they count still count them if they're not completed with full range?

[@BradyuNunez]

good question. when im performing pushups or even benching in the gym id perform the full range of motion of the exercise ( touch the ground or come close on push up-ups and touch the bar to my chest on bench) however the requirement for the PT Test is to hit 90 degrees with your elbow which obviously makes the range of motion shorter. During this test you saw us doing the range of motion that would be passable for the test as we were more performing the exercises for speed and trying to reach a higher number as opposed to doing the full range of motion that would be beneficial for actually building muscle or getting stronger. So that being said the requirements for the sit-ups are just to make contact to the ground with our shoulder blades and to make contact with our elbos/forearms to our thighs.

[@CombosLegacy614]

Awesome thanks for the reply man

[@robertreaves4716]

So why is the army 2 minutes and air force is 1 minute weird

[@BradyuNunez]

good question, hard to say. Each branch is different with their PT standards

[@gabrielguzman6018]

Do you take the PT in tech school?

[@Lovelle1]

This test is too biased against bigger/heavier people. If they removed the waist measurement portion, and put those points into strength instead, it would be an exponentially more fair test. Because of these silly standards, we get a bunch of people out on deployment that can barely push 2k-3k lb pallets, much less heavier stuff. At the very least, they should adjust the test standards based on AFSC. People with more muscle mass and bigger waists have to work 3x harder than everyone else since nearly all the points are funneled into the run. If the waist measurement portion was scrapped then such people would no longer struggle and could make up for their slower run times by doing more pushups/situps. There are many different kinds of athletes and a real fitness test would take that into account.

[@BradyuNunez]

Lovelle i agree and disagree. I’m more of muscular guy as well and actually needed a waiver for my waist at one point but I think the run isn’t anything too difficult either. Military members aren’t meant to only be muscular imo I think the test is pretty well balanced. Maybe they could make the weight portion a little more difficult to get Airman a little stronger as well as having endurance

[@Lovelle1]

@@BradyuNunez The test would be balanced if they got rid of the waist-measurement portion. I wish they would get rid of the waist portion entirely, would make the process so much easier. If they gave more points for strength it would balance out like it's supposed to. In comparison, there's only so much you can do about your waist size, as that tends to be more genetics-oriented.

[@BradyuNunez]

Lovelle that’s where I disagree. They give up to 36 inches on your waist. To be honest if you are exceeding 36 inches on your waist as a male under 30 than that is more than genetics. That’s when your body fat % comes into play

[@BradyuNunez]

My waist fluctuates throughout the year from anywhere fro 29 - 33 inches. And that’s after I intentionally put on and lose weight (bulk & cut) and I have a very thick waist. Hitting the standards shouldn’t be an issue unless you’re overweight

[@BradyuNunez]

Also the point isn’t to make the process “easier” it’s to uphold a certain standard. It makes sure that people are somewhat in shape & a balance of not only muscle but cardiovascular health

[@DuceFace]

I ship in less than a month. I can only do about 30 push ups at the moment. I’ve been working my ass off for months but my gains are SLOW. Should I be worried about achieving the minimum amount of 44 at BMT?

[@BradyuNunez]

Tyler Clark well I wouldn’t say worried but seeing that you ship very soon I’d say you can’t take your foot off the gas keep working hard! But you are very close :) I recently put out a video on getting in shape for BMT check it out! It should be able to help a bit more than this video as I included some more detail on workouts you can do! Good luck Tyler 💪🏽