fitness
Although one does not need to be in shape to join cadets, physical fitness is an important core element of the Cadet Program. The Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Program is a tool used to recognize cadet achievements in personal fitness. Direction for awarding Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Levels is under Cadet Administrative and Training Order (CATO) 14-18 Cadet Fitness Assessment Incentive Program. Cadets can earn fitness badges based on a standardized test using the measurements below. Physically fit cadets feel better, are more confident, sleep better, and do better in school! The following badges can be earned for their uniform:
BRONZE
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SILVER
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GOLD
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EXCELLENCE
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The Army Cadet Fitness Test is comprised of the following five tests:
1. Push-ups (Timed with a recorded cadence of 20 reps per minute)
2. Shoulder Stretch
3. Partial Curl-ups (Timed with a recorded cadence of 20 reps per minute)
4. Backsaver Sit and Reach Stretch
5. The 20m Shuttle Run (aka the 'Beep Test')
1. Push-ups (Timed with a recorded cadence of 20 reps per minute)
2. Shoulder Stretch
3. Partial Curl-ups (Timed with a recorded cadence of 20 reps per minute)
4. Backsaver Sit and Reach Stretch
5. The 20m Shuttle Run (aka the 'Beep Test')
Push-ups with a timed cadence. The cadence is the same as the one used for the partial curl-ups. It is 20 reps per minute or 1 push-up every 3 seconds.
Partial curl ups with a timed cadence. The cadence is 20 reps per minute or 1 curl-up every three seconds.
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The shoulder stretch. Participants are assessed on whether or not they can touch their hands behind their back using either arm.
Backsaver sit and reach.
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