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The Army’s search for gender-neutral fitness standards continues
The Expert Soldier Badge is one gender-neutral way the Army can measure combat readiness.
Lt. Col. Allen West challenges reporter to drop and do 30 pushups
Nothing like breaking a sweat in a suit before giving a press conference.
By Sarah Sicard
The Army is pleading with soldiers to take the ACFT — and even invited reporters to give it a go
Civilian reporters from Army Times and other media outlets were invited to take the ACFT Friday morning along with Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Grinston.
By Kyle Rempfer
Third time’s the charm? Army makes changes to new fitness test after lawmakers’ concerns
“[Lawmakers] were informed so they wouldn’t be surprised by this. It’s been received very well," said the Army's top enlisted soldier. "We’re moving in the right direction.”
By Kyle Rempfer
New in 2021: The Army Combat Fitness Test — what you need to know
The new Army Combat Fitness Test officially became the service’s test of record this October, but Congress may halt any further implementation.
By Kyle Rempfer