Will The Army's New Physical Fitness Test Negatively Impact Women?

The Army is implementing a new gender and age-neutral fitness test, the ACFT, despite concerns about its impact on women and data accuracy. The test includes exercises like leg tugs and kettle bell carries, aiming to assess various physical attributes crucial for military tasks. Initial data showed high failure rates, especially among females, leading to scrutiny and adjustments. Training continues amid the pandemic, with feedback being collected to refine the test and policies.

What is the primary goal of the new Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT)?

• To maintain traditional fitness standards

• To focus solely on aerobic endurance

• To implement a gender and age-neutral fitness test

• To reduce the number of soldiers in the army

What significant concern did Senators Gillibrand and Blumenthal raise about the ACFT?

• The test is only applicable to male soldiers

• The data used to develop the test is questionable

• The test does not include enough exercises

• The test is too easy for most soldiers

What was the reported failure rate for females in the moderate physical demand category of the ACFT?

• 84%

• 65%

• 30%

• 10%

Which of the following is NOT a component of the new ACFT?

• Leg tug

• Hand release pushup

• Two-mile run

• Swimming test

What is the Army's stance on soldiers failing the ACFT during the data collection period?

• Immediate discharge from the army

• Reduction in rank

• Mandatory retake of the test

• No action will be taken