Company I, 39th BSB

03/30/2021

ACFT 3.0
The ACFT has changed yet again, these are some of the recent adaptions (starting 01APR21).

The ACFT 3.0 is still a six-event assessment with a maximum possible score of 600: 3-Repetition Maximum Deadlift, Standing Power Throw, Hand-Release Push-Up, Sprint-Drag-Carry, Leg Tuck or Plank, and 2-Mile Run.
Yes, the Plank is now an authorized alternative to the Leg Tuck (no longer temporary).

ACFT 3.0 will also now proportionally tier the ACFT performance according to gender. There will still be a gender-neutral baseline (must score at least 60 points in each category with a total score of 360 points), the Army will continue to collect data and then will create a rank based on how the Soldier compares to the other scores of all other Soldiers for their gender (scoring a 450 might place SGT Joe Smith in the Bronze category and may place SGT Jane Smith in the Silver category).
These rankings have not yet been officially made, these are the proposed performance categories:
-Platinum-- Soldiers who score in the top 1% of their gender group
-Gold--top 10%
-Silver--top 25%
-Bronze--top 50%
-Green--Soldiers who meet the minimum (60 points per event, total score of 360) but score in the lower 50%.

There are still no MOS minimum-score requirements.

*After 01APR21 the Army is collecting ~1 million additional ACFT scores to support the data-informed modifications. NO actions will be taken for or against the Soldier solely on the basis of ACFT during this period.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TRAINING TIPS CHECK OUT https://www.army.mil/acft/?st

As always, please let me know if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.

11/26/2020

Wishing this Thanksgiving finds you with plenty of reasons to give thanks!

10/25/2020

ACFT Prep: This is a great 5-minute workout to build muscle memory and continue practicing the squat (necessary for the 3 rep max deadlift).
Tip 1: Do this in front of a mirror or set up the camera on your phone to watch and ensure good form (3 good focal points are your knees, feet, and chest).
Tip 2: Do this barefoot, it will help you feel where your weight is and keep you from naturally leaning forward because of elevated footwear

10/07/2020

High-Intensity Cardio and Core Workout

10/06/2020

ACFT UPDATE:
Big changes to the ACFT, check out ATP 7-22.01 (attached) for more information.
-Tier scoring is not present anymore (Soldier must hit a minimum of 60 points in each event)
-Time limit has changed
-Description of each event (with pictures)
-Clarification on movement
-Scorecard for each event
https://armypubs.army.mil/epubs/DR_pubs/DR_a/ARN30710-ATP_7-22.01-000-WEB-1.pdf

Please let me know if you have any questions

10/05/2020

I am a little late on sharing this, however, this is a great opportunity to work on form.
A good, safe squat is vital to the successful completion of the ACFT (3 max deadlift). Great to work on during commercials of your favorite TV show, standing in front of a mirror, or taking a break from work.

09/02/2020

ACFT Prep
Grip strength is needed for the 3 rep max deadlift; the sprint, drag, carry; and the leg tuck. Join FIT-P for the September challenge that is focused on improving your grip.

All you have to do is log your daily seconds of bar hang--30 seconds could be entered for 30 seconds all at once or 6 sets of 5 seconds each.
The goal is improvement; if you start with 5 seconds on 01 September, try to hang 7 seconds on 05 September.

You can download the app and sign-up to log your progress here:
https://www.ChallengeRunner.com/enroll/2284dp-2hdw
If enrolling via a mobile phone app, use challenge code: 2284dp-2hdw

Watch their video for more information: https://youtu.be/32IJXHi9y34

Log daily total seconds of bar hang here: https://www.challengerunner.com/enroll/2284dp-2hdw Using the smart phone app? Use challenge code: 2284dp-2hdw

08/23/2020

5 quick tips to help improve your running.
If you have questions or are looking for more ways to help, let me know.

08/13/2020

Watching TV is something we all do-- try these tips the next time you turn on the TV

08/08/2020

15 minutes to elevate your heart rate while also working on APFT and ACFT exercises.

What kind of workouts do you want to see more of? Let us know so we can best help you succeed

07/25/2020

Take 15 minutes out of your day and make your abs hurt (in a good way)

This workout is similar to the ab circuit lead by 2LT Hagl at AT, so the exercises should not be foreign, that being said there are descriptions/examples in the comments section for a few of them.

If you want more workout routines or if you want to work out with people, let us know--we can make it happen

07/20/2020

I Co started a new tradition this year

BYOWG (bring your own water gun)