ACFT
Events
Events
This event measures lower body strength using a hex bar.
What is the Deadlift?
This doctrine governs Army physical readiness training.
What is FM 7-22?
This muscle group is primarily used in push-ups.
What are the chest (pectorals)?
This reduces injury risk before PT.
What is warming up?
This macronutrient builds and repairs muscle.
What is protein?
This event required throwing a 10 lb medicine ball backward.
What is the Standing Power Throw?
This phase of PT prepares the body for exercise.
What is the Preparation Drill?
This type of exercise uses body weight for resistance.
What is calisthenics?
This helps muscles recover and improve flexibility.
What is stretching?
Soldiers should drink this daily to stay hydrated (baseline).
What is about 1 gallon of water?
This event replaced sit-ups in the ACFT.
What is the Plank?
This phase helps the body recover after exercise.
What is the Recovery Drill?
This energy system is used during short, explosive movements.
What is the anaerobic system?
This common issue is caused by overtraining and poor recovery.
What is overuse injury?
This nutrient provides quick energy for workouts.
What are carbohydrates?
This event includes sprinting
What is the Sprint-Drag-Carry?
This principle means gradually increasing intensity over time.
What is Progression?
This lift is best for improving ACFT deadlift performance.
What is the trap bar deadlift?
This is the most common lower leg injury in runners.
What are shin splints?
This is the ideal time to eat after a workout.
What is within 30–60 minutes?
This is the final endurance event of the ACFT.
What is the 2-Mile Run?
This system focuses on total Soldier readiness (mind and body).
What is Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F)?
This training improves both strength and endurance in circuits.
What is muscular endurance training?
This recovery factor includes sleep, hydration, and nutrition.
What is recovery management?
This type of rest allows muscles to rebuild stronger.
What is recovery (or rest)?