The Army has released the events for the new Combat Fitness test. The events are: 3RM deadlift, standing power throw, hand release push-ups, spring/drag/carry drill, hanging leg tuck, and a 2 mile run. I tried (but failed) to upload the manual that contains all the specifications on how to complete each exercise. Let me know if you would like more information (I believe most of it can be found in a quick google search).
I am wondering if you have any thoughts on the test - good, bad or ugly. Also, if you have any advice on training for such an event.
Not CT obviously, but hereās a post I made a while back.
Iām ex-army(new zealand) and have used this to train my soldiers more effectively than the usual army style of training, I think this training would benefit LEO as well.
I came up with this plan after reading how Coach Thibs trains his CF atheletes.
I would go for 2 days of strength training,
Squat, Mil.press
Deadlift/Power clean, Bench
5x5,531 etc whatever progression works for you, and some extra rows/pull ups.
Followed by a high intensity circuit, kind of like a crossfit WOD but mostly job specific activities e.g sprints, wrestling a partner, heavy carries/drags.
Starting with regular clothes then work up to full kit(body armour/Gas mask)
Alternating with 2 days of endurance training running, swimming, carrying a ruck etc, to build up the aerobic base.
I found this worked well as the guys got stronger(which was lacking), and improved overall endurance.
Check out Christian thibaudeau log 2 post #899, this post is awesome