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We USAF paratroopers have taken a great deal of good-natured ribbing from our sister service compadres over the years concerning the PT standards (or lack of same) in the REGULAR Air Force.
I defy anyone to show me an active Paratroop unit in any service that doesn't participate in some kind of organized PT activities, but that's never stopped my Brothers and Sisters in the US Army and USMC from laughing and joking about the USAF "Bike Test."
In an effort to help educate you poor ignorant souls who think all USAF personnel are the same, please find below the USAF Special Tactics Physical Training Standards, as set forth in AFI 13-219, SPECIAL TACTICS OPERATOR STANDARDS AND EVALUATION PROGRAM.
Enjoy! [thup]
JR
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3.3.2. Physical Training (PT) Test. A PT evaluation will be administered to each operator. Total fitness for combat includes both physical and mental fitness. If either attribute is lacking, combat effectiveness suffers proportionately. The capacity for sustained performance and the ability to rapidly recover from exertion is important to successfully accomplish Special Tactics missions. Each member will be administered a PT test consisting of the exercises shown in Table 3.1. The recommended order is chin-ups, sit-ups, push-ups, 3 mile run, and 1500-meter swim. Calisthenics events will be tested consecutively with an approximate 2-minute time lapse between events. Upon completion of calisthenics events, a 10-minute rest period is given prior to starting the 3-mile run. Upon completion of the 3-mile run, a 30-minute rest period is given prior to starting the 1500-meter swim.
3.3.2.1. To pass the PT test successfully, an individual must meet the requirements listed in Table 3.1 for all events. Failure to meet the physical fitness standard for any one event constitutes failure of the entire test.
3.3.2.2. PT test procedures.
3.3.2.2.1. Chin/Pull-ups. This exercise is executed on a pull-up bar. The individual grasps the bar with the hands about shoulder width apart. This is a two-count exercise. The exercise begins in the "dead hang" position. Count one: pull the body directly upward until the chin is over the bar. Count two: lower the body until the body is again in the "dead hang" position. Individuals will not swing excessively or bicycle feet as the chin is pulled over the bar. Repeat as many times as possible. Designed to measure strength and endurance in the back, triceps, and biceps muscles used when performing specific mission tasks. This exercise will be considered completed when the individual releases his hold of the bar.
3.3.2.2.2. Sit-ups (four minute time limit). Starting position: back flat on the ground, hands on the head, head off the ground and knees bent at approximately a 90-degree angle. Another individual during the exercise holds the feet (optional). This is a two-count exercise. Count one: sit up until the back is vertical to the ground. Count two: return to the starting position. There is no authorized rest position. If an individual raises his buttocks from the ground or removes his hands from the head during a repetition, the repetition is not counted. Designed to measure strength and endurance in abdominal and hip flexor muscle groups used when performing specific mission tasks.
3.3.2.2.3. Push-ups (two minute time limit). This exercise starts from the front leaning rest position. The body must be maintained straight from head to heels with knees together. This is a two-count exercise. Count one: flex the elbows, lowering the body until the chest touches the fist of the counter. Count two: raise the body until the elbows are straight and locked. Repeat this exercise as many times as possible. Event is stopped when individual lifts an arm or leg or touches a knee. The only authorized rest position is the starting position. Designed to measure the strength and endurance of the chest and triceps muscles used when performing specific mission tasks.
3.3.2.2.4. Three-Mile Run. Performed in appropriate/issued PT gear. Designed to measure aerobic endurance used when performing mission tasks, specifically employment or evasion situations.
3.3.2.2.5. 1500 Meter Swim. The swim will be performed with swim trunks, face mask or goggles (snorkel optional), and fins using any stroke. If swim is performed in open water, a life preserver or flotation device must be worn and 10 minutes will be subtracted from the swimmer’s overall time. Swimmers who conduct an evaluation in a pool are not allowed to perform “flip-turns”. Designed to measure aerobic endurance in a maritime environment.
3.3.2.3. Grading. Exercise, run, and swim times will be rounded off to lower point value. A composite score will determine the overall score.
3.3.2.4. Substandard Performance. Individuals who fail will be entered into a supervised remedial PT program and reevaluated within 60 calendar days. Individuals must complete an entire PT evaluation when retested. The commander will determine an individual’s eligibility for operational taskings. Individuals who fail a second time will not perform operational taskings and will be recommended for review board action.
Table 3.1. Physical Fitness Evaluation Criteria.
EXERCISE (Count)
CHIN UP(2)
16 = 100
15 = 090
14 = 080
13 = 075
12 = 070
11 = 065
10 = 060
09 = 055
08 = 050 under 30
07 = 045 30 and over
06 = 040 40 and over
SIT UP(2)
100
095
090
085
080
075
070
065
060 under 30
055 30 and over
050 40 and over
PUSH UP(2)
085
080
075
070
065
060
055
050
045 under 30
040 30 and over
035 40 and over
3 MILE RUN
20:00 = 200
20:30 = 190
21:00 = 180
21:30 = 170
22:00 = 160
22:30 = 150
23:00 = 140
23:30 = 130
24:00 = 120 under 30
25:00 = 110 30 and over
26:00 = 100 40 and over
1500 METER SWIM
26:00 = 200
27:00 = 190
28:00 = 180
29:00 = 170
30:00 = 160
31:00 = 150
32:00 = 140
33:00 = 130
34:00 = 120 under 30
34:30 = 110 30 and over
35:00 = 100 40 and over
NOTE: (2) - indicates two count exercise
Underlined items - indicate age bracket minimums for; under 30, 30 and over, 40 and over
RATING SCALE
650-685 OUTSTANDING
500-645 EXCELLENT
325-495 SATISFACTORY
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We have a PT Program?!?!?!?!?![:O][:O][:O][:O]
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math make head hurt.
math bad.
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If you load a mudfoot down with a lot of gadgets he has to watch somebody a lot more simply equipped - say with a stone axe - will sneak up and bash his head in while he is trying to read a Vernier. - Robert Heinlein
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quote:
Originally posted by Mortarman11c
We have a PT Program?!?!?!?!?![:O][:O][:O][:O]
Only in: The Twilight Zone [OO] doo dee doo dee doo dee
My Nephew went into the USAF in 1996, he was 5'8", 165 lbs, and had a 36" waist. He wanted to get lean and mean, but was too much of a woof to go into the Army or Marines. About half way through his enlistment, he was home on leave and drove up to visit us. He was still 5'8", but he weighed 178 lbs and had a 38" waist. I said "Lou, dosen't the AF have a PT program?" Lou said "what's TP"? [bang] That answered all my questions. Sorry Flyboys, but I gotta tell it like it happened.
A Trp 1/17 Cav Recon, 82nd Abn 1958/9
3/40 Armor Recon, 1st Cav Korea 1960
[82nd][abnwing][scout][E5] "SCOUTS OUT"
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quote:
Originally posted by rjwrecon
Sorry Flyboys, but I gotta tell it like it happened.
Check can o' peas... PAY ATTENTION TO DETAIL, Airborne!
We all KNOW the regular USAF has no freakin' PT program - The one shown above is for USAF PARATROOPERS... Sheesh!
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OK, I changed the chart so it can be read easier now...
If it has an equal sign, the repetitions equal the point value shown in the chart. If not, the repetitions equal the points. Add up the points in each event to get your overall rating.
If y'all can't figure it out NOW, consider yourself subject to ridicule... [ ]
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