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CULTURE OF FITNESS
In accordance with Department of the Air Force fitness directives, new Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) standards took effect on July 1, 2026. This page serves as a resource for training plans and preparation materials, equipping personnel to meet the new standards and maintain the peak operational readiness required to dominate the fight anytime, anywhere.
PFA LINKS

 

WarfightersFitnessPlaybook

Warfighter's Fitness Playbook

This playbook covers workouts, recovery strategies, sleep optimization techniques, and nutrition guidance - all interconnected elements crucial for optimal performance.

Scorecards

PFRA Scoring Sheets

This document details USAF fitness standards across multiple categories with specific scoring thresholds based on age and gender.

DAFMAN36-2905

DAFMAN 36-2905

This publication implements the physical fitness requirements of Department of the Air Force Policy Directive (DAFPD) 36-29, Military Standards.

myFSS

myFSS Fitness Management

This portal provides a single source for fitness management as well as all other aspects of your military career.

 

 
WHAT CHANGED?
Physical Fitness Assessment Changes
 

 

Testing Frequency Change

  • Air Force will transition to mandatory bi-annual Physical Fitness Assessments for all Airmen.
  • Regardless of scores, members will test in six-month cycles.
 

2-Mile Run and HAMR Adjustment

  • The 2 mile run will replace the 1.5 mile run.
  • The 20 HAMR scores are adjusted to compliment the new cardiovascular assessment standards.
  • There is no requirement to test using the default components for the bi-annual assessment.
 

Waist Measurement Reintegration

  • The Waist-to-Height measurement is integrated to the Physical Fitness Assessment.
  • This category will be 20 points toward the total PFA score.
  • Cardio: 50 points
  • WtoH Ratio: 20 Points
  • Strength: 15 Points
  • Endurance: 15 Points
 

Physical Fitness Assessment in Records

  • Physical Fitness Assessment scores are documented in the Enlisted Performance Brief and the Officer Performance Brief.
  • The new section on a member's records will note if the member is overdue, exempted and if their score is satisfactory or excellent.
 

The Air Force Fitness Program goal is to motivate Airmen to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that emphasizes total fitness, to include proper aerobic conditioning, strength and flexibility training, and healthy eating. Health benefits from an active lifestyle will increase productivity, optimize health, and decrease absenteeism while maintaining a higher level of readiness. 

 

 
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PERFORMING THE PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT PROPERLY

These videos demonstrate proper form while performing the Physical Fitness Assessment

 
 

 
IMPROVE YOUR PERFORMANCE