Ooh, So Organised!

I did some research yesterday, and found out exactly what the army is likely to expect of me for my fitness entry exam. This isn't entirely what they want, but I should imagine if I can do this, I can keep up on any level.

49 press-ups in 2 minutes

59 sit-ups in 2 minutes

1.5 mile run in under 10 minutes

You've no idea how hard that information was to find. The official Army website doesn't have the specifics (I guess so people can't coach themselves to pass the specific tests, so it's like a proper exam) so I've had to ask around and go by what people tell me.

I have read that they also test you carrying ammo boxes (small, but heavy) across planks of wood and lifting them into the back of an army vehicle, and there is a teamwork exercise and you're assessed on whether you pass the exercise and I guess more personally on how much you do (or don't) contribute.

Going back to the fitness test results above, they look like hard work. I went for a mile long walk on Wednesday and it took me about 20 minutes. Having to RUN half the distance extra alongside that in half the time sounds impossible at the moment, but it's not.

To help myself, I've made up a chart to track my progress. On the last day of every month, I'm to attempt the sit-ups, press-ups and running, and I need to time myself so that I can make a note of how I do. The video below explains how I the little chart works. It's quite simple!