Fitness Testing

* Adapted from the California Department of Education website which can be found at: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/pf/

The physical fitness test for students in California schools is the FITNESSGRAM. Students in grades five, seven, and nine take the 6-part test that assesses the following:

1. Aerobic capacity

2. Abdominal Strength and Endurance

3. Upper Body Strength and Endurance

4. Body Composition

5. Trunk Extensor Strength and Flexibility

6. Flexibility

For each test area, the FITNESSGRAM uses the Healthy Fitness Zone (HFZ) to evaluate fitness performance. The performance goal for all test areas is the HFZ. These zones represent minimum levels of fitness that offer protection against the diseases that result from sedentary living. To view current Healthy Fitness Zones please visit:

Fitnessgram Performance Standards