Air Force PT Test 25 to 29 (Standards & Charts)

The Air Force Physical Fitness Test (PT Test) is essential to military readiness, and every airman must consistently meet or surpass these standards.

For airmen aged 25-29, there’s a tailored set of requirements to ensure optimum performance during their prime years.
This article comprehensively covers the AF PT Standards for this age group, breaking down every component, significance, and success tip.

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Purpose of the PT Test

Components of the test

Scoring System

Male Standards (25-29 Years)

Female Standards (25-29 Years)

Preparation for the Test

Implications of test results

Additional Considerations

MALE Cardiorespiratory Fitness Score Chart

FEMALE Cardiorespiratory Fitness Score Chart

MALE Muscular Fitness Score Chart

FEMALE Muscular Fitness Score Chart

Conclusion

Purpose of the PT Test

The Air Force PT Test goes beyond just measuring physical capability. It’s a testament to an airman’s:

Dedication to service and commitment to excellence
Readiness to handle the rigors of military operations, from daily duties to strenuous combat scenarios.
Physical and mental resilience, ensuring they can withstand service demands.

Components of the test

The PT test has various components that assess an airman’s endurance, strength, and overall physical health. The main events include:

Cardio Fitness Tests: 1.5-Mile run or 20-Meter HAMR
Upper Body Strength Tests: Traditional Push-ups or Hand-Release Push-Ups
Core Strength Test: Sit-ups, Planks, or Cross-Legged Reverse Crunches

Scoring System

The test employs a detailed scoring system tailored to age and gender. For ages 25-29, the standards are as follows:

Male Standards (25-29 Years)

Event	Max/20 pts	Min/pts
1-minute push-ups	62	27 / 1 pt
2-minutes HR push-ups	40	15 / 10 pts
1-minute sit-ups	56	38 / 3 pts
2-minutes Rev Crunch	48	20 / 10 pts
Plank pose	03:30	1:00 / 10 pts

Event	Max/Score	Min/Score
1.5-mile run	<9:22 / 60 points	16:22 / 35 points
20-meter HAMR	97 lengths / 60 points	33-35 / 35 points

Female Standards (25-29 Years)

Event	Max/20 pts	Min/pts
1-minute push-ups	47	14 / 1 pt
2-minutes HR push-ups	31	6 / 10 pts
1-minute sit-ups	50	31 / 3 pts
2-minutes Rev Crunch	45	9 / 10 pts
Plank pose	03:25	:50 / 10 pts

Event	Max/Score	Min/Score
1.5-mile run	10:37 / 60 points	19:43 / 35 points
20-meter HAMR	80 lengths / 60 points	19 lengths / 35 points

Preparation for the Test

Achieving an excellent score on the PT Test requires consistent effort, training, and preparation. Some tips include:

Structured Training: Engage in a balanced mix of cardiovascular workouts, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Many bases offer PT test prep programs, which can be beneficial.
Hydration and Nutrition: Ensure you are well-hydrated and fueled with nutritious meals. Avoid heavy meals immediately before the test.
Rest Well: Make sure you have a good night’s sleep before the test day. It can significantly influence performance.

Implications of test results

The outcomes of the PT Test carry significant weight:

Passing with Distinction: High scores can lead to commendations and might reduce testing frequency.
Failure: Failure to meet the standards can lead to retests, mandatory fitness programs, or administrative actions. Multiple failures might result in separation from the service.

Additional Considerations

Dress: The Air Force expects Airmen to take the test while wearing the required physical training uniform and appropriate athletic shoes.
Medical Waivers: You can seek waivers for specific test components in cases of injuries or conditions.
Stay updated: As with many military protocols, the PT standards might evolve. It’s crucial to stay informed about any updates or changes.

MALE Cardiorespiratory Fitness Score Chart

USAF Fitness Assessment Scoring / Males 25-29 years of age
Final Version
Cardiorespiratory Fitness
Run Time (mins:secs)	20 m HAMR Shuttles	Health Risk Category	Points
≤ 9:22	> 97	Low Risk	60.0
9:23 - 9:45	92 - 96	Low Risk	59.5
9:46 - 9:58	88 - 91	Low Risk	59.0
9:59 - 10:10	86 - 87	Low Risk	58.5
10:11 - 10:23	83 - 85	Low Risk	58.0
10:24 - 10:37	80 - 82	Low Risk	57.5
10:38 - 10:51	77 - 79	Low Risk	57.0
10:52 - 11:06	74 - 76	Low Risk	56.5
11:07 - 11:22	71 - 73	Low Risk	56.0
11:23 - 11:38	68 - 70	Low Risk	55.5
11:39 - 11:56	65 - 67	Low Risk	55.0
11:57 - 12:14	62 - 64	Low Risk	54.5
12:15 - 12:33	59 - 61	Low Risk	54.0
12:34 - 12:53	56 - 58	Moderate Risk	53.5
12:54 - 13:14	54 - 55	Moderate Risk	52.0
13:15 - 13:36	51 - 53	Moderate Risk	50.5
13:37 - 14:00	48 - 50	High Risk	49.0
14:01 - 14:25	45 - 47	High Risk	46.5
14:26 - 14:52	42 - 44	High Risk	44.0
14:53 - 15:20	39 - 41	High Risk	41.0
15:21 - 15:50	36 - 38	High Risk	38.0
15:51 - 16:22*	*33 - 35**	High Risk	35.0

NOTES:
Health Risk Category = low, moderate or high risk for:
current and future cardiovascular disease, diabetes, certain cancers, and other health problems.

Passing Requirements - member must :
1) achieve a composite point total ≥ 75 points and
2) meet minimum point values for all components.

* Minimum Component Values
Run time < 16:22
20 m HAMR Shuttles > 33 Shuttles

Composite Score Categories
Excellent ≥ 90.0 pts
Satisfactory = 75.0 - 89.9
Unsatisfactory < 75.0
Final Version

FEMALE Cardiorespiratory Fitness Score Chart

USAF Fitness Assessment Scoring / Females 25-29 years of age
Final Version
Cardiorespiratory Fitness
Run Time (mins:secs)	20 m HAMR Shuttles	Health Risk Category	Points
< 10:37	> 80	Low Risk	60.0
10:38 - 11:06	74 - 79	Low Risk	59.5
11:07 - 11:22	71 - 73	Low Risk	59.0
11:23 - 11:38	68 - 70	Low Risk	58.5
11:39 - 11:56	65 - 67	Low Risk	58.0
11:57 - 12:14	62 - 64	Low Risk	57.5
12:15 - 12:33	59 - 61	Low Risk	57.0
12:34 - 12:53	56 - 58	Low Risk	56.5
12:54 - 13:14	54 - 55	Low Risk	56.0
13:15 - 13:36	51 - 53	Low Risk	55.5
13:37 - 14:00	48 - 50	Low Risk	55.0
14:01 - 14:25	45 - 47	Low Risk	54.5
14:26 - 14:52	42 - 44	Low Risk	54.0
14:53 - 15:20	39 - 41	Moderate Risk	53.5
15:21 - 15:50	36 - 38	Moderate Risk	52.0
15:51 - 16:22	33 - 35	Moderate Risk	50.5
16:23 - 16:57	30 - 32	High Risk	49.0
16:58 - 17:34	27 - 29	High Risk	45.5
17:35 - 18:14	24 - 26	High Risk	42.0
18:15 - 18:56	22 - 23	High Risk	38.5
18:57 - 19:43*	*19 - 21**	High Risk	35.0

NOTES:
Health Risk Category = low, moderate or high risk for:
current and future cardiovascular disease, diabetes, certain cancers, and other health problems.

Passing Requirements - member must :
1) achieve a composite point total ≥ 75 points and
2) meet minimum point values for all components.

* Minimum Component Values
Run time < 19:43
20 m HAMR Shuttles > 19 Shuttles

Composite Score Categories
Excellent ≥ 90.0 pts
Satisfactory = 75.0 - 89.9
Unsatisfactory < 75.0
Final Version

MALE Muscular Fitness Score Chart

USAF Fitness Assessment Scoring / Males 25-29 years of age
Final Version
Muscular Fitness
1 min Push-ups	Points	2 min Hand Release Push-ups	Points	1 min Sit-ups	Points	2 min Cross Leg Reverse Crunch	Points	Forearm Plank Time (mm:ss)	Points
> 62	20.0	> 40	20.0	> 56	20.0	> 48	20.0	> 3:30	20.0
61	19.7	39	19.6	55	19.5	47	19.6	3:25	19.7
60	19.4	38	19.2	54	19.0	46	19.3	3:20	19.3
59	19.0	37	18.8	53	18.8	45	18.9	3:14	18.9
58	18.8	36	18.4	52	18.4	44	18.6	3:03	18.2
57	18.6	35	18.0	51	18.0	43	18.2	3:00	18.0
56	18.4	34	17.6	50	17.6	42	17.9	2:40	16.7
55	18.2	33	17.2	49	17.4	41	17.5	2:20	15.3
54	18.0	32	16.8	48	17.0	40	17.1	2:00	14.0
53	17.8	31	16.4	47	16.6	39	16.8	1:40	12.7
52	17.6	30	16.0	46	16.0	38	16.4	1:20	11.3
51	17.5	29	15.6	45	15.0	37	16.1	1:00*	10.0
50	17.4	28	15.2	44	14.0	36	15.7
49	17.2	27	14.8	43	13.0	35	15.4
48	17.0	26	14.4	42	12.6	34	15.0
47	16.8	25	14.0	41	12.0	33	14.6
46	16.6	24	13.6	40	9.0	32	14.3
45	16.2	23	13.2	39	6.0	31	13.9
44	16.0	22	12.8	38*	3.0	30	13.6
43	15.6	21	12.4			29	13.2
42	15.4	20	12.0			28	12.9
41	15.0	19	11.6			27	12.5
40	14.6	18	11.2			26	12.1
39	14.4	17	10.8			25	11.8
38	14.0	16	10.4			24	11.4
37	13.6	15*	10.0			23	11.1
36	13.0					22	10.7
35	12.6					21	10.4
34	12.0					20*	10.0
33	11.6
32	11.0
31	10.6
30	10.0
29	7.0
28	4.0
27*	1.0

* Minimum Component Values

Passing Requirements - member must :
1) achieve a composite point total ≥ 75 points and
2) meet minimum point values for all components.

Composite Score Categories
Excellent ≥ 90.0 pts
Satisfactory = 75.0 - 89.9
Unsatisfactory < 75.0
Final Version

FEMALE Muscular Fitness Score Chart

USAF Fitness Assessment Scoring / Females 25-29 years of age
Final Version
Muscular Fitness
1 min Push-ups	Points	2 min Hand Release Push-ups	Points	1 min Sit-ups	Points	2 min Cross Leg Reverse Crunch	Points	Forearm Plank Time (mm:ss)	Points
> 47	20.0	> 31	20.0	> 50	20.0	> 45	20.0	> 3:25	20.0
46	19.8	30	19.6	49	19.5	44	19.7	3:20	19.8
45	19.6	29	19.2	48	19.0	43	19.4	3:14	19.6
44	19.4	28	18.8	47	18.8	42	19.2	3:07	19.3
43	19.2	27	18.4	46	18.0	41	18.9	3:00	19.1
42	19.0	26	18.0	45	17.8	40	18.6	2:40	16.9
41	18.8	25	17.6	44	17.2	39	18.3	2:20	16.2
40	18.6	24	17.2	43	17.0	38	18.1	2:00	15.5
39	18.4	23	16.8	42	16.0	37	17.8	1:40	13.3
38	18.2	22	16.4	41	15.6	36	17.5	1:20	12.5
37	18.0	21	16.0	40	15.0	35	17.2	1:00	11.8
36	17.8	20	15.6	39	14.6	34	16.9	:55	10.2
35	17.6	19	15.2	38	14.0	33	16.7	:50*	10.0
34	17.2	18	14.8	37	13.6	32	16.4
33	17.0	17	14.4	36	13.0	31	16.1
32	16.8	16	14.0	35	12.6	30	15.8
31	16.6	15	13.6	34	12.0	29	15.6
30	16.4	14	13.2	33	9.0	28	15.3
29	16.2	13	12.8	32	6.0	27	15.0
28	16.0	12	12.4	31*	3.0	26	14.7
27	15.0	11	12.0			25	14.4
26	14.6	10	11.6			24	14.2
25	14.4	9	11.2			23	13.9
24	14.0	8	10.8			22	13.6
23	13.0	7	10.4			21	13.3
22	12.6	6*	10.0			20	13.1
21	12.0					19	12.8
20	11.6					18	12.5
19	11.0					17	12.2
18	10.6					16	11.9
17	10.0					15	11.7
16	7.0					14	11.4
15	4.0					13	11.1
14*	1.0					12	10.8
						11	10.6
						10	10.3
						9*	10.0

* Minimum Component Values
Passing Requirements - member must :
1) achieve a composite point total ≥ 75 points and
2) meet minimum point values for all components.

Composite Score Categories
Excellent ≥ 90.0 pts
Satisfactory = 75.0 - 89.9
Unsatisfactory < 75.0
Final Version

Conclusion

The Air Force PT Test is not just a measure of physical capability but is symbolic of an airman’s commitment to the service, readiness, and core values. It demands consistent effort, dedication, and a proactive approach to health and fitness.
For those in the 25-29 age bracket, the standards are achievable with the proper preparation, dedication, and mindset.
With the resources and support provided by the Air Force, every airman has the tools to stay within these standards.

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