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What is the Army's minimum standard of fitness?
The minimum standard of fitness for the Army is:
Women
Must be able to run 2.4km in 12 minutes 20 seconds, Complete 50 curl ups in one set, and Complete 14 press-ups in one set.
Men
Must be able to run 2.4km in 10 minutes 30 seconds, Complete 60 curl ups in one set, and Complete 28 press-ups in one set.
Return to top I think I'm reasonably fit - am I fit enough to join?
Before you undertake AARC, it's essential that you are reasonably fit and free of injuries and medical problems. Prior to joining, concentrate on cardiovascular work such as running and circuit training; to give yourself a head start, you should aim to achieve the Army's minimum standard of fitness before you start AARC Training. If you have any questions about your fitness, your local Army Careers Officer will be able to help.
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This page was last reviewed on 26 November 2008 and is current.
