Royal Marines Fitness Tests - Royal Navy PDev Portal
Royal Marines Fitness Tests - Royal Navy PDev Portal
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<strong>Royal</strong> <strong>Marines</strong> <strong>Fitness</strong> <strong>Tests</strong><br />
General<br />
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INTRODUCTION<br />
The aim and general outline of the CFT is as follows:<br />
a. The aim of the CFT is to measure aerobic capacity using a physically demanding<br />
criterion task (Loaded March), whilst accounting for the generic differences in<br />
aerobic fitness requirements between each Arm and Service.<br />
b. The test is a measure of basic vocational fitness.<br />
The CFT should be taken by all personnel within 3 CDO BDE. The CFT is “Age”<br />
free.<br />
Combat <strong>Fitness</strong> Test<br />
Test Elements<br />
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The CFT tests an individuals role by measuring critical fitness components, using<br />
a loaded speed march.<br />
Test Standards<br />
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Complete a 12.8km loaded march (at least 4.8km to be off tarmac/metalled roads)<br />
in a maximum time of 2 hours, but not less than 1 hour 55 minutes. The time<br />
allowed is inclusive of any time taken for re-hydration stops, safety checks or any<br />
other essential administrative activity that is deemed necessary by the OIC.<br />
Rehydration stops (commonly referred to as water stops) are to be considered<br />
prior to the start of the test.<br />
The load carried of 25kg is inclusive of personal weapon<br />
and all ancillary items of equipment (helmet, Combat<br />
Body Armour (CBA) etc.)<br />
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