Fitness buddies

*For safety purposes please always RSVP through meetups or text me to let me know you'll be there

Run at your own pace or choose a pacer and run as far as you can! My personal minimum is 2 miles. Push yourself but know your limits to avoid strain and injury please 🙏 We'll do a quick warm-up before we start. If you finish with me, I'll guide us through a cool-down, but if not, please remember to do some cool-down stretches on your own. Feel free to chat with me while running!

-These runs are for anyone but are great for those wanting to participate in the military-style fitness tests that I will be putting together throughout the year.

*For safety purposes please always RSVP through meetups or text me to let me know you'll be there

Run at your own pace or choose a pacer and run as far as you can! My personal minimum is 2 miles. Push yourself but know your limits to avoid strain and injury please 🙏 We'll do a quick warm-up before we start. If you finish with me, I'll guide us through a cool-down, but if not, please remember to do some cool-down stretches on your own. Feel free to chat with me while running!

-These runs are for anyone but are great for those wanting to participate in the military-style fitness tests that I will be putting together throughout the year.

Join us for a military-style fitness assessment modeled after the U.S. Air Force Physical Fitness Test, designed to measure cardiovascular endurance, upper-body strength, and core endurance in a fair, flat, and standardized environment.
This is a mock assessment (not official), but it follows real testing order, timing, and form standards as closely as possible. The goal is to provide a reliable benchmark, whether you’re preparing for military service, maintaining operational fitness, or simply enjoy structured challenges.
This event is supportive, organized, and non-judgmental. You’re encouraged to push yourself, but teamwork and encouragement matter more than competition.

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## 📍 Location

Jordan River Parkway Trail
We’ll meet at a flat, paved section of the trail with nearby open space for calisthenics. The exact meetup point will be posted prior to the event.

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## 🧪 Test Components (In Order)

### 🏃‍♀️ 1. 2-Mile Run (Timed)

• Conducted on a flat, paved out-and-back course
• Distance: 1 mile out + 1 mile back
• Walk/run allowed
• Time recorded for personal reference

This format mirrors how military assessments are conducted when a track is unavailable and ensures fairness by balancing wind and terrain.

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### 💪 2. Push-Ups (1 minute)

Standards

• Body remains straight from shoulders to ankles
• Elbows bend to at least 90°
• Full lockout at the top
• Rest allowed only in the up position

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### 🔥 3. Sit-Ups (1 minute)

Standards

• Elbows touch thighs at the top
• Shoulder blades touch the ground at the bottom
• Feet anchored
• One consistent hand position throughout the test

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## 📊 Test Score Standards (Air Force–Style)

> These are simplified, realistic standards commonly used for mock tests and training environments. Results are for personal tracking only. I will have an open score sheet to record results for those who would like to.

### 🏃‍♀️ 2-Mile Run

| Rating | Time |
| ------ | ---- |
| Excellent | ≤ 15:00 |
| Satisfactory | 15:01–18:00 |
| Needs Improvement | > 18:00 |

### 💪 Push-Ups (1 minute)

| Rating | Reps |
| ------ | ---- |
| Excellent | 55+ |
| Satisfactory | 42–54 |
| Needs Improvement | < 42 |

### 🔥 Sit-Ups (1 minute)

| Rating | Reps |
| ------ | ---- |
| Excellent | 58+ |
| Satisfactory | 46–57 |
| Needs Improvement | < 46 |

Participants are encouraged to classify their results as:

• Baseline Set
• Improving
• Ready for an Official Test

No one is required to share scores publicly.

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## ⏱ Event Flow

1. Meet, briefing, and dynamic warm-up
2. 2-mile run
3. Short recovery period
4. Push-ups (1 minute)
5. Brief rest
6. Sit-ups (1 minute)
7. Cool-down and optional discussion

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## 👟 What to Bring

• Running shoes
• Comfortable workout clothing
• Water
• Optional: watch or fitness tracker

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## 👥 Group Support & Helpers

To keep the event running smoothly:

• Participants may be asked to pair up and help count repetitions
• This mirrors real military testing environments
• No prior experience is required, standards will be reviewed beforehand

If you’re willing to help with timing or rep counting, please comment or message the organizer.

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## ⚠️ Important Notes

• The trail is public. Participants should stay to the right and remain aware of cyclists and pedestrians
• Calisthenics will be conducted off the running path
• Modifications are allowed if needed; communicate with the organizer
• Encouragement, professionalism, and safety are expected

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## 🎯 Who This Is For

• Military or law-enforcement fitness preparation
• Veterans and prior service members
• Fitness enthusiasts who enjoy structured assessments
• Anyone wanting a fair, repeatable fitness benchmark