ACFT

ARMY COMBAT FITNESS TEST EVENTS TWO-MILE RUN (2MR)  Run two miles for time on a measured, generally flat outdoor course. The run event measures aerobic endurance, which is required for conducting continuous operations and ground movements on foot. Higher aerobic endurance allows the body to recover quickly in preparation for executing other physically demanding tasks that may arise during a ground movement, such as reacting quickly to enemy contact. PROPER TECHNIQUE AND SAFETY TIPS LEG TUCK (LTK) OR PLANK (PLK) LEG TUCK: Complete as many leg tucks as possible; maintain a relative vertical posture while moving the hips and knees up and down without excessive swinging. PLANK: Maintain a proper plank position for as long as possible The LTK assesses the strength of the Soldiers grip, arm, shoulder and trunk muscles. These muscles assist Soldiers in load carriage and in avoiding injuries to the back. The PLK is an alternate assessment that may be used. The plank helps build core stren...