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ARE YOU READY FOR PT at BASIC TRAINING?
Posted 6/19/2015 Printable Fact Sheet
Are You Ready for Basic Training?
Air Force (AF) Basic Military Training (BMT) is an exciting,
demanding, and most rewarding experience. The best thing you can do
to be ready is to prepare yourself in advance. Getting an early
start on physical conditioning is among the most important steps you
can take to be successful.
Fitness standards upon arrival at BMT (effective 7 May 2015)
Enlistees failing to meet either: 1) aerobic fitness standards of:
1.5 mile run times of 18:30 for males, 21:35 for females, or 2) body
composition standards of: Maximum abdominal circumference of 39.0
inches male, 35.5 inches female or maximum body fat of 20% for
males, 28% for females upon arrival at BMT are deemed medically
unable to safely complete the BMT program. In order to avoid
injuries, you may be immediately processed for entry-level
separation.
Individuals at or below a minimum Body Mass Index (BMI) of 18.5 must
undergo a medical evaluation prior to participation in any physical
training (PT) in BMT. BMI measurements are taken while at AF BMT.
Physical Preparation
You will perform physical conditioning six days a week with
alternating days of muscular endurance exercises and aerobic
running. The program will be much easier for you if you prepare in
advance and are able to meet the suggested fitness level below upon
arrival to BMT.
Suggested fitness level upon arrival at Basic Training
1.5. Mile Run
Push-ups Sit-ups
Males <13:45
>25 >35
Females <16:00
>15 >30
Meeting these suggested fitness levels upon arrival increases the
likelihood that you'll graduate on-time.
Recruits who prepare in advance often exceed standards and receive
special awards and recognition.
Fitness graduation requirement
The following are BMT fitness targets that need to be achieved in
order to successfully meet or exceed the Air Force Fitness
Assessment. Failure to meet or exceed all of the targets may result
in an unsatisfactory Air Force Fitness Assessment score and delay
graduation until the standards are achieved.
Men: Physical Training Targets
Age 1.5 Mile Run Push-Ups
Sit-Ups Abdominal Circumference
<30 11:57
33
42
35"
30-39 11:57
27
39
35"
Women: Physical Training Targets
Age 1.5 Mile Run Push-Ups
Sit-Ups Abdominal Circumference
<30 14:26
18
38
31.5"
30-39 14:26
14
29
31.5"
Push-ups and sit-ups are conducted in a one-minute time frame and
must be performed with proper form. Those performed improperly will
not count.
Push-ups: To complete a push-up, assume the front leaning rest
position with your arms shoulder width apart, feet together or up to
12 inches apart and body forming a generally straight line from your
shoulders to your ankles. Your body should maintain a rigid head to
heel form. This is the up/starting position. Begin by lowering your
body to the ground until your upper arms are at least parallel to
the floor (elbows bent at 90 degrees) then return to the up position
(arms fully extended but not locked). This is one repetition.
Sit-ups: When practicing sit-ups, lay on your back with your feet
together or up to 12 inches apart, knees bent at a 90-degree angle
with a spotter holding your feet at the ankles. Place your arms
crossed over the chest with your hands at the shoulders or resting
at the upper chest. Bring your upper body forward until your elbows
touch your knees or thigh. Lower your back until your shoulder
blades touch the ground.
Running: You can build up your running ability by starting out at a
slow pace for 15 to 20 minutes. To ensure a smooth transition into
the BMT fitness program, your goal should be a continuous 30 to 40
minute run 3-5 times a week. Consistency is the key. Make a schedule
and stick to it!
You may also hear about "belts". The belt determines where you are
in there running times.
Blue belt/Group A: Run 1.5 miles in less than 11:39
Green belt/Group B: Run 1.5 miles in 11:39-12:53
Yellow belt/Group C: Run 1.5 miles in 12:54-14:25
Red belt/Group D: Run 1.5 miles in 14:26-17:35
While at Basic Military Training ( BMT), trainees are able to get
recognized for PT, individual and group achievements. For more
information Graduation Awards
The safety and well being of Air Force personnel and trainees while
at BMT is a priority for the USAF. Therefore in the event of extreme
weather change, training hours and locations may be changed for
their safety.
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