WHAT IS PHYSICAL READINESS? 

Physical Readiness is the ability to meet the physical demands of
any duty or combat position, accomplish the mission, and come
home healthy.



 

 

INDIVIDUAL ASSESSMENT

ARMY COMBAT FITNESS TEST

The ACFT is the Army’s official assessment for the physical domain, with the goal of reducing preventable injuries and attrition while increasing individual Soldier readiness. The six ACFT events assess max power, max strength, upper body endurance, anaerobic capacity, core endurance, and aerobic capacity. 

For more on the ACFT, visit www.army.mil/acft/
 

 

 

COMBAT WATER SURVIVAL TEST

The CWST aims to accurately record a Soldier’s ability to safely function in a water environment. The CWST consists of a 15-meter swim with equipment and weapon, a 3-meter drop and pool exit, and an equipment removal. Soldiers pass the CWST when they complete all three events without signs of panic or inability to complete the test event distance.

To learn more about the CWST, check out Chapter 3 of ATP 7-22.01
 

OCCUPATIONAL PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT TEST

The OPAT is a battery of four events used to assess a recruit’s capabilities to engage in physically demanding Army training. Recruits take four OPAT test events: Standing Long Jump, Seated Power Throw, Strength Deadlift, and the Interval Aerobic Run.

To learn more about the OPAT, check out Chapter 1 of ATP 7-22.01
 

 

 

 

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