Physical Fitness

~ Physical Fitness ~

Physical fitness is a key component in the development of an Air Force officer
and should never be taken lightly.

The Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) consists of sit-ups, push-ups, a 1.5-mile run, and your abdominal measurement. It comprises the mandatory physical fitness standards required by AFROTC to:

Activate or retain an AFROTC scholarship and Meet the POC Selection Program (PSP) Board,
attend Field Training (FT), successfully complete FT and remain in good standing as a Professional Officer Course (POC) cadet through commissioning

PFA Scoring System

Sit-ups:
10 possible points

Push-ups:
10 possible points

1.5-Mile Run:
50 possible points

Abdominal Measurement:
30 possible points

Additional Information

There is five-minute rest period between events. The sit-ups and push-ups each have a 1-minute time limit.
You must score at least 75 points to pass the PFA.

Below are the Weight standards for a variety of heights.

AIR FORCE ROTC MINIMUM FITNESS REQUIREMENTS

Effective 1 January 2008

Cadets who are medically cleared to take the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) must achieve a composite score of 75 or higher. Scores will be calculated on the score sheet using the charts below.

Minimum Allowable Weights (regardless of age)

Height (inches)	58	59	60	61	62	63	64	65	66	67	68	69	70	71	72	73	74	75	76	77	78	79	80
Weight (pounds)	91	94	97	100	104	107	110	114	117	121	125	128	132	136	140	144	148	152	156	160	164	168	173

Maximum Allowable Weights (regardless of age)

Height (inches)	58	59	60	61	62	63	64	65	66	67	68	69	70	71	72	73	74	75	76	77	78	79	80
Weight (pounds)	131	136	141	145	150	155	160	165	170	175	180	186	191	197	202	208	214	220	225	231	237	244	250

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