PHYSICAL FITNESS

ARMY COMBAT FITNESS TEST

The Army approved a new physical fitness test for all Active, National Guard and Reserve Soldiers that is highly correlated with combat readiness. The Army will execute the test through U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) and the U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training (USACIMT).

OCCUPATIONAL PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT TEST

The OPAT is a series of four physical performance tests used to assess an individual's physical capabilities. The OPAT provides measurements of upper- and lower-body power, lower-body strength and aerobic capacity. The OPAT events are: the standing long jump, seated power throw, strength dead lift and the interval aerobic run. The standing long jump, seated power throw and strength dead lift can be performed in any order. The only requirement is that the interval aerobic run be performed last. Individuals are authorized to take up to five minutes to recover between events. Individuals may elect to proceed when ready.