Army's New PT Test Will Transform Fitness Standards

The U.S. Army Physical Training Test has changed — again. But this time, it’s more than just new standards.

From the Pentagon’s U.S. Army Broadcasting Studio, SGM Chris Mullinax, Senior Enlisted Leader of Army Operations, Plans, and Training, sat down with Fran Racioppi to explain why the Army’s new fitness test is a critical upgrade in preparing soldiers for warfighting. He’s joined by Sergeant Major of the Army Michael Weimer, who outlines how readiness demands constant evolution.

In this clip, they break down why the test was updated now, how assessments are always ongoing, and how this new approach maintains the Army’s edge in combat preparedness. They also discuss why physical fitness is more than passing a test; it's a foundational element of leadership, trust, and cohesion within the ranks.

About the Guests:
SGM Chris Mullinax is the Senior Enlisted Leader of U.S. Army Operations, Plans, and Training. He served in all three Ranger battalions and developed the new Army Fitness Test to ensure combat-focused standards are enforced across all MOSs.

SMA Michael Weimer is the 17th Sergeant Major of the Army and a career Green Beret. As the Army’s top enlisted leader, he champions readiness, discipline, and modernizing soldier development across the force.

Highlights:
00:00 Why change the PT test?
02:10 Where the Evolution of the PT test began
03:51 Why is this test better?


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Quotes from the Full Episode:
“Changing the PT test is not a new idea. We’re always assessing our physical standards.”
“You should be trying to exceed any standard.”
“Our ability to fight and win our wars relies heavily on our fitness.”
“Service is hard. It wouldn’t be service if it wasn’t hard.”

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