I Just MAXed the ACFT! Here's How YOU CAN TOO!

I just MAXed my ACFT few days ago, after about 6 weeks of REALLY dialing it down and dedicating myself to train-up (especially the standing power throw...). After a successful schwack at the test, I want to share with you guys the things that worked for me and helped me achieve a 600 score. In this video, I'll share what I did a week prior to the test, and how I tackled test day, itself.
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Sections of Video:
00:00 Introduction "How to MAX the ACFT"
00:55 600 ACFT Score
03:10 One week prior to the ACFT
07:20 Nutrition before the ACFT
08:53 ACFT test day
12:10 The Maximum Deadlift (MDL)
13:05 Standing Power Throw (SPT)
14:40 Hand-Release Pushup (HRP)
17:05 Sprint Drag Carry (SDC)
18:42 Plank (PLK)
19:30 2-Mile Run (2MR)
22:15 Final tips for the ACFT
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[@aldonunez5082]

I’m not even in the Army but I still watch.

[@GrittySoldier]

🫡

[@squishygaming3325]

Ditto

[@blackzar09]

Same here ☺️

[@maxwelljarman7785]

Just had my ACFT today. Got a 594. Need that 600!!

[@GrittySoldier]

Too close to not get that 600, you’re right there!

[@MichaelDavis-uu9zh]

It’s always the ball throw

[@WildFig88]

When I saw the post of your score I have been waiting for the video. Great job sir that’s how it’s done. I will be there one day.

[@GrittySoldier]

Keep working at it and it will happen!

[@OneFeather1]

Congratulations, taking notes

[@garronviviano6601]

Hey Gritty, I just got my first 600 as well! We definitely have some different approaches, but I like to hear how other guys do things so I can optimize on my end. Good job Sir💪

[@GrittySoldier]

Awesome! I’m curious what some of the things you do are?

[@garronviviano6601]

@@GrittySoldier Sir, being 20 helps a alot :) but I definitely do not eat a peanut butter jelly fold over haha. I actually never eat anything before pt to stay light... There is a key point I would like to touch on, and this may help a lot of people get better scores. I study the charts with the max scores beforehand, so I know exactly what I need to do to get the 100 points for each event. For example, for my age group, only 57 hand release pushups are required for 100 points. So, I stop at 57; no reason to do anymore (make sure your grader is tracking, you don't want to stop at 57 trying to be cocky and then your grader only got you at 55). This method can be very tricky for things like the SDC. I find that it took practice but eventually I found the paces that worked for me to get the max with the least amount of effort. This relates to what you did for the deadlift, only doing the minimal amount of warming up before you go for 340. The ACFT is a very energy depleting test, and I counter this by only doing what is necessary and nothing more. All about optimizing for me.

[@Dribbling_monk]

Only things I don’t max are the pushups and the ball throw. Pushups are pretty straightforward to train so I’m sure I’ll get it on the next one, but I just totally fuck the ball throw every time, and I’m tall so I really have no excuse.

[@GrittySoldier]

I’m making a video that will hopefully provide some good tips for you IRT the ball throw 👍

[@bokehinfocus]

Way to go, kiddo!!!!!👏👏👏👍👊🎉🎉🎉 Proud of you!!!

[@OG_Bobby_Henderson]

Thank you for all the content you put out for young soldiers. Just giving people a sense of direction and a vision goes a long way.

[@joelkohl6543]

I just discovered your channel and wanted to let you know, that you freaking rock! I'm starting in the German military in about two months and tho I am excited and in a pretty good shape, i'm just having some trouble with motivation sometimes. Watching your videos gets me pumped up again, so thank you sir.

[@climatedamage1811]

Outstanding!

[@AbbyNormal50]

Really looking forward to that ball. Throw video!

[@GrittySoldier]

Filmed, posted soon. 🤘

[@brandonelliott7482]

Shooting to max it at my unit in may thank you for the advice

[@sedicibrah2025]

This was such a great video. I'm trying to go air assault and need 80s overall. I need to improve my SDC and Deadlift. I think your tips will really help me break all 80s! Thanks!

[@timi7393]

Good day Sir, Just want to say THANK YOU! very much for making this video and sharing your knowledge. I just got my highest score today. I maxed the SDC and HRP for the first time because of your advice

[@sagethompson9521]

Hey gritty, Thank you for your insightful videos you've really been helping me out in my young infantry career. Way to get after that 600! God bless.

[@GrittySoldier]

🤜 🤛

[@Rnx-lt9hw]

You’ve been killing it lately man, well deserved.

[@GrittySoldier]

🙏

[@MrDurandal25]

So awesome sir! I just rocked the Bataan Memorial March in White Sands Saturday and I can relate to the juiced feeling. I based a lot of my load outs and gear form your recommendations and cleared this event with gas in the tank.

[@GrittySoldier]

Great to hear!

[@budoka34]

Congratulations Sir!

[@GrittySoldier]

Thanks!

[@tiltedhorizon1435]

Just wanted to take a moment to say thank you. Thank you for your service and thank you for wanting to help the next generation improve and be the best of themselves by not hesitating to share you years of knowledge and experience. RTLW

[@GrittySoldier]

I appreciate that! RLTW!

[@jaylonbooker1199]

I got 516 . It’s the run for me tbh . I only got 46 T-pushups . I max everything else . But man 119 on the SDC that’s beyond max Jesus !

[@isaiahgarcia712]

580 on acft this morning. Disappointed honestly felt like I could’ve given more. Ball throw still got me

[@GrittySoldier]

Damn ball throw man, watch my video hopefully those tips will help!

[@DemondJacksonTv]

Been waiting on this one after the insta post! Good stuff sir I aspire to max too after college!

[@taylorfriend6477]

Can you not train to max out while in college?

[@DemondJacksonTv]

@@taylorfriend6477 you’re absolutely correct, hopefully I’ll max out in college and continue the momentum as an officer.

[@chuckwagon7354]

"I Just MAXed the ACFT! Here's How YOU CAN TOO" - be born on the Planet Krypton. Move to Planet Earth. Be impervious to pain and possess superhuman abilities. Actually want to feel like death 24/7. Lol. I love your success story dude, just like that of JodywithaWhy. You guys are such a refreshing change from all those vids from ex-service members who just want to bash the military.

[@GrittySoldier]

Haha, I never used to be such a fitness freak believe it or not, just a normal smoking and joking Joe that never thought he’d make it past Specialist

[@GrittySoldier]

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[@CarHubTalk]

Setting the standard sir!

[@GrittySoldier]

🫡

[@TheVICVIC23]

I am going to go a DACFT next week. I currently have 497 but want to shoot for 540. Will definitely utilize some of your advice my worst event is the ball throw and run

[@GrittySoldier]

Ball throw video coming this weekend. 👌

[@SettleNow]

I think it would be useful to cover the weeks before the week before. The last week and the day of test are important but a 600 means you were doing some good things prior to that.

[@GrittySoldier]

Agreed. A lot of running, a lot of focus on functional strength. The MAX the ACFT program is a good place to start for appropriate training regime. 👍

[@tiffanylikestodance4452]

Have you ever trained any women to improve their ACFT? I would love to hear from more women on how they’ve improved. Especially if they weren’t super fit or fast runners in the beginning. Looking forward to the SPT video!

[@GrittySoldier]

Plenty have used the MAX the ACFT program and have seen great results. 👍 grittysoldier.com/products/max-the-acft

[@JedJ205]

Got a 573 this morning. I’m going to keep working 💪🏾

[@Thor40117]

588 going for 600💪🏼 Great job sir!

[@GrittySoldier]

So close! You got it!

[@os_ko9217]

Nice video

[@heembeam]

My last was 510 my next ACFT is next month i really want 550 so i’ve been locked in for this

[@NateAmado]

Great tips! Just one differing, expert opinion: “running shoes” are a scam. We should be doing our running in flat (zero drop) shoes (and boots for rucking), too. Of course, there is a transition period because you’ll be using different muscles to run barefoot/minimalist shoe style. Just like you wouldn’t lift 400lbs your first day lifting, you’re not going to be able to run miles your first day running in zero drop shoes. 💪🏼🦶🏻

[@KamaliKasumu]

1:19 on the SDC 😮😮🔥🔥

[@junkymunky2741]

Best I’ve ever gotten was 578 before this, it’s the SPT and the run that gets me…

[@samheider600]

Wait till you turn 40. That is when it starts to get really hard! That said, great job getting that 600!!

[@juanabovetherest]

What kind of flat shoes did you use/would recommend? I didn't know you could switch shoes during the ACFT, and now want to get a pair. I've never had non-cushy pt shoes tho

[@gspothitta9079]

Do you got any videos on how to prepare for rasp?

[@mychaelperez8921]

This past Monday, I had did my ACFT I received 548 out of 600. Hopefully next time around I want to surpass my 548 score.

[@absfitlife]

Next ACFT coming up in June 💪🏻

[@GrittySoldier]

Plenty of time to make sure you’re good! Trying to get those max scores right?

[@absfitlife]

@@GrittySoldier yes!! I’ve already maxed the pushups and cut major time on my run. Goal: max the DL, plank and pushups, and just improve the rest

[@ileaddeaths]

I’m really curious what your resting heart rate is

[@bestgirl3380]

I'm hoping to get close to maxing it, because honestly, i feel like i'm way more fit than people think, but as someone who weightlifted moer than cardio, i have more body fat, so i dont think anyone expects it of, therefore, when i fail my height and weight (but pass tape) it's really disappointing. So my goal is to get a 90 on everything, which vetos the heigh and weight completely, haha. I'm pretty close. But i'm not consistent is the problem. SPT is probably what I shouldn't take too lightly, cause it's easy to mess up on that...

[@steveyoo97]

i need to work on push ups and running!

[@SGT_R3CON]

Gritty Solider! What’s your height and weight? You look ripped but still have good size to you. Thanks buddy for the great content!

[@GrittySoldier]

Currently at 72.5” and 189lbs, based on ht/wt yesterday 👍

[@quirkytech2292]

1:19? I hate everything about you…. Obviously I’m not envious even the slightest bit. Well done sir! 585 on my 1st attempt but I’ll get there.

[@GrittySoldier]

😂

[@chadmadore3434]

Any tips for the EPFA??

[@Andernol]

Not in the army but training in hopes of commissioning after graduating college next year. I can comfortably pass every event but I've got a ways to go before maxing, which I think I should be able to do if I'm hoping to commission and lead. I appreciate you sharing all your experience and advice, especially for free. Unrelated question, but do you think the APFT or the ACFT is a better assessment for physical fitness overall? Just wondering what your perspective, having done both, would be.

[@GrittySoldier]

ACFT by far for overall fitness, APFT for ease of testing. I like the ACFT, but it grab be a pain to administer, especially downrange.

[@couscousineau9162]

Gitchusum... Bravo Zulu

[@brianlooney6939]

What flat shoes do you recommend for the MDL and SPT?

[@shabanbello8531]

For the algorithm ✅

[@chrisfarrell9131]

Any tips for the eib test?

[@terrys7532]

What about any advice for walkers

[@MichaelDavis-uu9zh]

1.19 on the sdc? You absolute monster

[@reddog1171]

Nice

[@GrittySoldier]

Thanks

[@4doorsmorewhores444]

Thanks for showing us stuff

[@ReubenDomingo1]

How do you feel whenever you take that pre-workout prior to the run, sir? Doesn’t the elevated heart rate interfere with your run?

[@GrittySoldier]

I don’t know seem to be ok with it, usually. But for the ACFT, it’s almost an hour after the start of the test by the time the run comes around, so….

[@chrisfarrell9131]

I love cocnut waters but theres not alot of sodium or electrolytes in it so i domt understand how its a hydration drink

[@michaelcelovsky3136]

I’m surprised you didn’t max this shit since it came out with your level of fitness sheesh

[@GrittySoldier]

It’s a HARD test to MAX. I remember the APFT was way different, like a 300 (max) was the minimum standard at that time 😅

[@ryanhurd8037]

Quick question do they make you do hand release push ups during Rap Week in Ranger school?

[@GrittySoldier]

Nope, regular pushups

[@VSAP091]

I just need to deadlift and over head ball throw

[@theotherside1159]

Grit! What vest do you run in?

[@GrittySoldier]

I use a 5.11 TacTec: www.amazon.com/shop/grittysoldier?ref_=cm_sw_r_mwn_aipsfshop_aipsfgrittysoldier_BF9Q2EVKPQ2X541XXMZ5

[@theotherside1159]

@@GrittySoldiermy man! Thank you

[@liz6178]

For someone in bct whats the score needed to pass it? Is it a one thing or can be repeated?

[@raymondjin2000]

So close from maxing the ACFT. Always feel like I plateau. I max the deadlift, get a 90 on the ball throw, 98 on the HRP, max SDC, max plank, but a 97 on the run. What can I do? I’m way too close to not max it

[@GrittySoldier]

I’ll be dropping a video going over tips for EVERY event. Stay tuned! 💪

[@weaponspedia5480]

I have no equipment and I’m going buy the “Body Weight” program. I don’t have equipment therefore I can’t buy the ACFT program. Will the body weight help me? I am in the infantry and looking to get the program that will help me the best.

[@GrittySoldier]

Yes that program is great if you are lacking equipment.

[@gianpalacio5635]

Hey brother I’m a former enlisted with honorable discharge NAVY. I’m 32 YO and I’m in good physical shape. How do I get a ranger contract, or the ability to try for green beret? Not sure how to go about it. Don’t want to end up as a 11X with no possibility to show how much I can give. Should I accept 11X with option 4?

[@JELOSHOW]

Special forces to enlist with it you’ll need an Exception to policy you can get an option 40 contract which is ranger go to your local recruiting office or reply to me here and I’ll forward you my contact

[@DR_805]

Contracts you want are either the Option 40 (Ranger) or the 18X (Green Beret) They recommend a GT (General Technical) score of at least 107 for the 18X which is a number they get from your ASVAB Both selections, RASP and SFAS, are very physically demanding. Best of luck mate 🫡

[@gianpalacio5635]

@@JELOSHOW hey bro I’ve been talking to recruiters they keep saying option 40 is not available but the ones that can check that are the MEPS people. I’m not signing anything without option 40 if I go up there

[@DR_805]

​@@gianpalacio5635 if a contract is not available, it just means they "ran out" of contracts that that recruiter office is alotted (was told this by my recruiter when i wanted the option 40), he said he'd have to call higher and request a contract and if approved, you're good, if not, go to another office. That or take an 11X with option 4 (airborne) and pick up the option 40 at basic training. The on-site SORB recruiters go to the companies all the time and ask if anyone is interested in upgrading their contracts. Lots of options available 👍🏼 Best of luck! 🫡

[@JELOSHOW]

@@gianpalacio5635it is available lol

[@bobfatty1035]

THE Gritty SOP update: okay… add burgers and beer three days prior… got it… add loose shoulders… good good… add snacks between events…. Okay… zero preparation! LETS! GO!! 😂

[@robertspurrier7494]

If only us TRADOC joes could take pre and eat before our ACFT:(.

[@GrittySoldier]

Ah yeah you’re SOL for the time being, but that’s ok still give 100% and pay attention to the things you can make better once out of that environment.

[@chriscardenas3802]

i hate that graders are ridiculous about extending arms out wide...

[@chrisfarrell9131]

So stupid I know

[@themosthigh3376]

Thoughts on 30 year old enlisting 11x

[@Frankie1LE]

The ball throw is so weird lol I rarely go to the gym to lift and I can throw a 12.1 religiously. I tell my buddy the secret is tossing my 2 year old up all day lol

[@Docdken]

I can max everything but that stupid ball throw. Its freaking embarrassing

[@GrittySoldier]

I know 🤦‍♂️

[@rOstwald]

No way 3.5 minute plank is a smart thing to do lol That is not what "muscle under tension" thing is lol but okay, they "supposedly" know better :D

[@jisezer]

The Trump campaign-style sign for your brand is cringe.

[@GrittySoldier]

This comment is cringe…

[@jjr929]

Built DIFFERENT 👌🪄

[@GrittySoldier]

Naw, mindset! 🧠

[@jjr929]

@@GrittySoldier 😳🔑🔑

[@doublee4930]

man.....i scored 579 this week deadlift and the power throw stopped me cause im a small mf

[@GrittySoldier]

You can do it though!

[@doublee4930]

Roger that sir. I can man I just gotta train better for the 2 events I'm weak in.

[@felicianosotelo-spence1881]

Will follow the tips and tricks, appreciate 🫡🫡🫡

[@GrittySoldier]

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