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 />
ROYAL MARINES<br />
ADVANCED COMBAT FITNESS TESTS (RM ACFT)<br />
1 The aim of the RM ACFT is to measure the physical fitness of individuals serving in 3<br />
Cdo Bde RM in a manner which specifically accounts for role and operational<br />
readiness, by using tests which reflect operational demands.<br />
2 The RM ACFT may be taken by all ranks under the age of 50 serving or attached to<br />
3 Cdo Bde RM to ensure a minimum level of interoperability. However,<br />
Commanders may consider using a targeted approach by only testing those<br />
elements that require higher levels of combat fitness for their operational role. This<br />
targeted approach will maximise the benefits while reducing the risk of injury.<br />
3 The RM ACFT tests individuals by measuring critical fitness components, using<br />
additional Representative Military <strong>Tests</strong> (RMT) not adequately covered in the RM<br />
CFT or RM APFA. In order that Commanders can better match the demands of the<br />
test to the role of their unit there are two types of test. They are:<br />
RM ACFT (1) based on the physical demands associated with operating in a urban<br />
environment where high levels of aerobic power (speed) are required<br />
RM ACFT (2) based on the physical demands associated with operating in a rural<br />
environments where high levels of aerobic capacity (endurance) and load carrying<br />
ability (Muscular strength/endurance) are required.<br />
RM Advanced Combat <strong>Fitness</strong> Test<br />
4 Commanders may wish to use the tests as part of a pre-deployment training<br />
package, alternatively, in order to meet specific operational requirements, it may be<br />
that units receive direction to conduct the RM APFA and RM ACFT.<br />
5 The fitness components assessed are aerobic power, aerobic capacity, anaerobic<br />
muscular endurance, muscular strength and combat agility. Commanders are to<br />
ensure that training for these tests is progressive and that no individual undertakes<br />
the tests without adequate preparation.<br />
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