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2 0 1 2 – 1 3 C a l i f o r n i a P h y s i c a l F i t n e s s T e s t ( P F T )
• The limits on the minutes and seconds (i.e., time) for the One-Mile Run
and Walk Test are set at 59 each. However, the time of 59 minutes and 59
seconds must only be used to indicate students who attempted the One-Mile
Run or Walk Test but did not complete it. Students with 59 minutes and 59
seconds will be scored insufficient (I) and reported as Needs Improvement.
An insufficient in Aerobic Capacity is considered as participating in Aerobic
Capacity when determining Participation Level.
• Complete results must be provided for each test. The two flexibility tests
(i.e., Back-Saver Sit and Reach and Shoulder Stretch) require scores
for both the left and right sides. Skinfold Measurements require scores
for the triceps and calf. BMI requires height (feet), height (inches), and
weight (pounds). The One-Mile Run and Walk Test require scores for
time (minutes and seconds), and heart rate (Walk Test only). Students
without complete test scores will be scored Insufficient (I) and reported
as Needs Improvement. A score of Insufficient in Aerobic Capacity, Body
Composition, or Flexibility is considered as participating in that fitness area
when determining Participation Level. For example, a student who has
time reported for the One-Mile Run and only weight reported for the BMI,
is scored Insufficient for Aerobic Capacity and Body Composition. Yet, this
student is considered as having participated in these two fitness areas.
• Shoulder Stretch scores should be reported as Y (Yes) or N (No). Values
of P (Pass), F (Fail), or 1 or 2 will flag as errors and, if not corrected, the
student will not be scored.
PFT Coordinator Manual 25 California Department of Education • November 2012