Physical Fitness Testing

Marines are expected to always be in shape and in that regard they are tested every few months. The general test consists of three parts; a 3-mile run, crunches (two minute limit), and a flex-arm hang. The flex arm hang requires them to hold themselves for up to 70 seconds in a pull-up position with chin above the bar but not touching it.

Despite the fact that she is supposed to be resting her hip 6-weeks, until the muscle can heal, Lisa apparently decided to participate in the 3-mile run portion of her Physical Fitness Test (PFT) today.

Scoring is based on a maximum of 100 points per each part, or 300 total points. As you can see below they are scored 1st, 2nd or 3rd class by their total points.

Marine Corps PFT Classification Scores - Male and Female
Class	Age 17-26	Age 27-39	Age 40-45	Age 46+
1st	225	200	175	150
2nd	175	150	125	100
3rd	135	110	88	65

With a score of 225 points needed for 1st class Lisa was pleased to qualify with a total of 239 points. It shouldn't be too much longer until it will be time for Lisa to requalify on the Rifle Range. That sounds a lot more fun to me.