This video is old and inaccurate. I re did the PT test with a group of young airmen that’s more in line with the current standards. Here’s the link. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
For all those who don't know, the max for each exercise (to the best of my knowledge) is as follows: HAMR Run-- 50 sets Hand release Pushups: 40 reps, 1 min. Elbow Plank: 3:35
Bruh.. I appreciate u sacrificing yourself to demonstrate all the exercises examples and components! Lol I know you were tired but 😂. U got it done tho.
Here's the one thing with the HAMR. You can quit once you get enough points to reach what you are going for. You said that you made it to level 8 and stopped. That means that you were somewhere between 61 and 72 shuttles. I don't know how old you are, but that many shuttles guarantees you at least 54 points (for airmen under 25). So, if you max out your push ups and situps, you could have stopped running significantly earlier and still scored an execllent (54 shuttles for
That is an interesting perspective and one I didn’t consider. You’re definitely correct. When I was done, I was able to stop. In a 1.5 mile run, you cannot be done until you finish the 1.5 miles. Definitely didn’t consider this, but it totally makes sense. 🤙🏽
One other thing to add about the HAMR. I've been doing a lot of research on it, and it looks like you made one of the cardinal mistakes. The rules say that you have to make sure that at least one foot is on or past the line. Much like the rest of us, you've been conditioned that when you are doing something like this, you have to start BEHIND the line. That's not the case. You can have your back foot on the line when you start. If you run past the line completely, you are adding around 1 meter to each run. That means that for every 20 shuttles, you've run one additional shuttle.
😮😮😮😮. Now that I didn’t know. I filmed this back when everything was still unclear, and I just attempted it to see how it feels. A lot of things were wrong with my attempt, but I had no idea about your footing. That’s great info. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Hand release push up and cross reverse sit up are for 2 minutes, and the plank is for as long as you can hold it. For the hand release push ups, once you come down the arms come out and extend, not just lift off the ground. Much harder. I agree
Just ran the HAMR today because the track was icy. I got to level 7 step 4 (54 total sprints). I can say it was absolutely brutal. Still got an 84.5 on my pt test though.
Yep. My son said that in his middle school he got up to like 50. But this HAMR test only goes up to like 15 levels. So I don’t know if it’s the exact same. Unless my son is a cyborg. Lol
Good luck when you go. From what I heard, basic training is still trying to figure out if they’re gonna allow these alternatives. So you should be fine as of now.
So the new standards were just released today and I had to look up what an HAMR was. Watching the video, I recognized the neighborhood. We live in the same neighborhood! Small world! Great channel you got here.
Thanks for watching man. 🤙🏽 You know what’s crazy. A door to door salesmen recognized my neighborhood from this video. He said he knew one day he’d knock on a door and I’d open. Lol. I didn’t realize the neighborhood was that recognizable.
Active duty and been PT testing since it started in 2003/2004. The 1.5 mile run is still the easiest option IMO. It’s all about training early and not waiting until the last couple weeks before your test to start your prep. Good luck to all!!
@@florese4804 Its not “backwards”. I did the walk once, in 2016. It was brutal! You had to walk 2K in less than 16 minutes. It sounds easy, but trust me, it wasn’t.
I believe the beep test means you run from one end to the other stop until the next beep sounds then run to other side stop run when the beep sounds again and so on, the beeps increase as the test continues. Thanks for your time for putting this together.
Exactly. I did it that way, however for editing purposes I cut out a lot of beeps. If I had of left the beeps in, it would’ve sounded terrible as I sped up the footage. But you’re right.
Finally! Thank you for this. Now I can defend these choices. Of course the other branches will probably never stop making fun of us, but at least we know the truth
I think the people that will benefit from the HAMR, are the bases with out indoor tracks. Like at edwards when it's 125, doing shuttle run in the basket ball court.
(Disclaimer: I am not a professional fitness advisor) Nice thing about the plank is you can train for it effectively without actually doing it, by doing any exercise that works your core. Chin ups, in my case, are the only thing I've been doing lately besides running, but I just tried the plank and was able to get to 3m15s for max points for my age group (wasn't easy and I was cramping a lot afterward but I got it done). The main lifts, deadlift / barbell squats / bench press should all do great for plank endurance.
I just admit You are very interesting showing each option and example😂😂 I'm glad I came across one that isn't boring and getting straight to the point. Thank you for this channel !! I just subscribed and clicked the 🔔 lol
Ayeee. I appreciate you supporting. Real quick though, this video was way off from what the pt test actually became. I did do an updated version, so if you’re really trying to get a feel for it, this video can help if you haven’t already seen it. 🤙🏽th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
I can walk no problem, use my legs for all the power and let my heart rest. But when I run my heart can't keep up with my legs. Definitely going to give the walk a tester before actually doing it, thanks for the vid sir! Also, the plank looks easy as hell, I can do one for 5 minutes, I wonder if it will be timed?
From what I just heard, they have some rough draft standards out already, so once I get them, I’ll probably do this video again, that way people can really get a feel. According to what someone told me, I actually failed the pt test with some of my scores.
I think that was the intention, but I can crank out a 98 right now on the regular test. I’m sure I wouldn’t have gotten a 98 using these methods. I would’ve been lucky to pass. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy ya the regular test is hard for the under 35 crowd. After that it drops off significantly. Once you get past 45 on the regular test you can practically walk the run. And for females a passing score on the run time is 16:22 for the under 30 crowd. So ya it all depends. The shuttle run could be tough if it was more of a sprint. The FFL does something similar but they increase the tempo of it until you are fully sprinting at the end which is actually pretty tough. As far as push-ups being replaced by those “hand-release push-ups” I don’t see that being harder at all. The reason regular push-ups are hard is because you maintaining tension the whole time. With these new ones you are releasing tension thus giving yourself a little break. I just see the standards continuing to take a dive and it’s not just me. When I talk to enlisted members of the Air Force none of them like it.
I get what you’re trying to say, but I did the test, and they are not easier. My entire Air Force career I’ve been above a 95 for PT test. This one I’d be lucky to get an 85. 🤷🏽♂️
Oh I did that shuttle run for the army pre test to make sure I qualify for a combat job. I passed it, it got difficult near the end when it sped up, but it was fine 😂🤣 I am hoping to join the Air Force guard
Just got the standards today in email. Sounds like the HAMR is going to have constant beeps for easy there and back. Wonder when the audio will be made available.
Yea my test had constant beeps but for editing purposes I only played them as it moved up to the next level. That being said, I think I did the wrong test cause I saw the draft of how they will score, and instead of levels, they will count every successful sprint as a point. So I’m gonna redo this now that I know the draft scoring, and see how I really do.
@@Jodywithawhy it’s gonna be wild! Thanks for always pushing quality content. Your neighborhood reminds me a lot of when I lived off of north bandera just inside 1604. Lol. Good memories!
What ignorants fail to comprehend is the mile walk portion is not just walk a mile in a quick time. It's do it but keep at or below whatever HR level specified "good" they tell you. So it's more restrictive and uncomfortable than the run in which they don't care about your HR. In the normal 1.5mile you just bust your ass and get a good score, you're good High HR be damned! I get shin splints if I try to power walk so I'll stick to running my 1.5mile in under 10min like I've always done.
My confusion for the HAMR is, can your foot touch your line right at the beep? Or do you actually need to be on the line BEFORE the beep. Im still in the beginning stages of practice. But im finding that my foot is touching the line right as the beep sounds. Dont know if thats a missed shuttle or not.
my boy Luv B aka ME out here showcasing them fitness skills all the while spitting bars on the tracks at night. What is there that my mans cant do!??!?!?!
Lol! Thank you, Tupac (Sgt Allen told me to call you that and have me the short story 😂)! I didn’t get to swear in last week because I need an eye consult, but I’m not worried! All I’ll have to do is finish my interview then swear in when I go back given everything is a go with the my eye results! So now I’ll start working out everyday lol 💪🏾
😞😞. Allen telling on me. Lol. Tell him I said what’s up. But yea, eye consults usually go pretty well, so hopefully you have luck. Thanks for the support. 🤙🏽
@@Jodywithawhy haha, I sure will! & that’s what I’ve seen and heard about the eye consult. I feel good about it & your videos were right about MEPS smh..was stressing for nothing! Thank you for the help on your videos 💪🏾 I’ll continue to watch!
Basically. There’s a beep that sounds off, and once you hear it your run back to the other cone. The beep gets faster and faster as time goes on, eventually you’re just sprinting back and forth.
It is optional for everyone now. This video is old and doesn’t reflect the pt test right. If you wanna get a more accurate reflection this will help. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
This video discussing the most common issues, but it does give insight on the medical waiver process in general. th-cam.com/video/ynKjsxegEPE/w-d-xo.html
I have since recreated this test with some young airmen. I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but they make the test look easy. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
@@TAnimations they’ll be an option for people after basic training. As far as people in basic training, they haven’t figured out if the options will be allowed. Still more to come.
Hi jody, quick question. Totally unrelated to the video, but when packing for BMT, if I’m not traveling on a plane, do my toiletries need to be travel sized? I leave in about a month for BMT and want to make sure. Thank you!
You can bring bigger sized items, but keep in mind, when you get to basic they’re gonna give you all the same things they told you to pack. And after a couple of days, you’ll good to the mini mall, and buy anything extra you need. You don’t want too much packed when you get there.
I served jointly on several tours with all forces. We elected to do the Army PT test since it was easier than the Marines, but harder than the Navy or Air Force. Those services with the exception of their Special Forces, don't have the ground combat requirements the Army and Marines have. I would say if your in good shape the latter services PT is not that hard to complete, at least for me. I ran 6 to 8 miles daily.
@@Jodywithawhy ill love that coz ive been down by 24% bodyfat and about to join in a month i wanna do atleast 21 or 20percent no boarder and i can run a mile for 15mins since there is a walk thats nice
Hey brother I have a question for you I only qualified for two jobs in the air forces. Which was security forces and services. Im just waiting on the next jobs openings for this month. I would like security forces… what are the chances to get it. Because really don’t want services.
Security Forces is very easy to book, it's one of the most demanded jobs by the Air Force. I'm not saying you're guaranteed it, but very likely. Best of luck.
In this video, I messed it up. I read the rules for a HAMR test, and it’s different from what the Air Force is actually doing. The Air Force is basically just doing a pacer test. Each 20 meter distance you cover counts as one.
@@Jodywithawhy I was just asking I’m in the army the acft is not challenging at all I’ve gotten 590 + everytime I take it but I’m a conditioned individual fitness is my lifestyle so I understand someone else it can be challenging good luck to you and anyone else taking it
I usually score about a 98 or above on the PT test. The pandemic has gotten the best of me. Lol. So I’m out of shape. I’ll be back in shape soon, and try to do this test again. Definitely kicked my butt. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy remember fellow serviceman brother you are only in competition with yourself take all the time you need to better yourself and be proud of your improvements
Yep. Talk with your recruiter. Flat feet are possible, but they are case by case. Your recruiter will be able to help you get the process started to see if your feet are good
Yep. You have some officers that push 40 years, and the most enlisted personnel usually can do is 30 years. But you have to have certain ranks to push that far.
One thing everyone forgets or not aware is you need to train your breathing. If your not breathing from your diaphragm you are not maximizing your potential. Breathing from your chest is actually flight or fight mode. th-cam.com/video/SCnaeTihD-g/w-d-xo.html
@@guidedvisionsmedia I'd also add that if you are struggling with it, try the Couch to 5K program. It's a program designed to get you from "the couch" to running a 5k in 6 weeks of training (assuming you don't have to repeat any weeks). It's designed for three days of running each week, and 30 minutes each time. Week one is a 5 minute warm up walk, then alternating 60 seconds of running with 90 seconds of walking 8 times, then a 5 minute cool down walk. Week two is a 5 minute warm up walk, then alternating 90 walking/2:00 running 6 times and a 5 minute cool down walk...etc..etc. Each week builds a little more running and a little less walking. There are plenty of free apps out there to time it for you (I use the one by ZenLabs and it is great). The one key is to make sure you push yourself. I had a friend who was a decent runner who tried to use it to increase his speed. I was out with him when he ran his first workout, and when he did the 60 seconds of running, he was doing a very light jog. I pointed out that if he wanted to get better, his run should be at least at the pace he normally runs, and for the first couple of weeks, since the runs are fairly short, they should have been almost sprints for him. He started that the next day, and he said that by week 4 he was seeing some pretty significant improvement.
I can push myself no problem but my heart rate is always really high. Why does the heat rate need to be low? I’m just as good and never fainted. I’m 26 now and still run the same 6:50 mile I ran in high school
I'd like to do the core exercises instead of the situps and the new pushups and the 1.5 run. I don't want to do the shuttle or walk because of wanting to get it done lol. Plus I'm a marathoner,half marathoner,and triathlete.
You have be selected for developmental special duty, and then from there let your leadership know you’re interested in becoming a recruiter. You have to be at lease an E-5 before you can become eligible.
That walk was intense. You talking about legs on fire. Plus your heart rate has to be at a good pulse. It’s not easy like it’s sounds. I heard walk and thought “oh yea I got this”. Lol. NOPE
It’s very uncomfortable trying to get a good score while walking. I run. I’m a runner by nature. I can run 5 miles easy. That walk was very uncomfortable.
On the HAMR you are only supposed to make it to the other side before the beep. Then you go again making it before the next beep (level). The time in between the beeps gets faster and faster. Some reserve units have been testing the HAMR for a while now. It sucks but just wanted to let you know you were doing too much. Lol
Lol. I know. I did it that way. But for editing purposes and not to bore the audience, I sped the footage up, and removed a lot of the beeps, or else it would’ve been weird. Lol.
I'm genuinely unsure why the walk would be harder? If you're capable of running the mile and a half, why would a shorter walk be more exhausting? I wouldn't do it since i'm fine with running and wouldn't want to extend a PT test any longer than necessary, but it doesn't seem like it would be harder.
It’s actually not harder. Just uncomfortable. It’s really uncomfortable walking that fast for that long. Your legs start to feel like bricks. But it’s not really hard. I would just prefer the run.
@@Jodywithawhy indeed, I play soccer a lot so these are the exercises we do daily, when I was living in Jamaica I would walk for miles just to get to my destination.
I was so serious. Lol. That test kicked my butt. But then again, I was way off from the actual guidance that was released months later. I re-did this video, but the next time with airmen instead of me. Lol. They were more graceful, and they agreed the test was easier. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
The only reason they "harder" is because you not used to it I'm used to walking 1mile in under 20mins(but I'm sure it'll be something less than 56, more like 45min minimum).
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This video is old and inaccurate. I re did the PT test with a group of young airmen that’s more in line with the current standards. Here’s the link.
th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
For all those who don't know, the max for each exercise (to the best of my knowledge) is as follows:
HAMR Run-- 50 sets
Hand release Pushups: 40 reps, 1 min.
Elbow Plank: 3:35
Hand release pushups is 2 minutes not 1 minute.
Bruh.. I appreciate u sacrificing yourself to demonstrate all the exercises examples and components! Lol I know you were tired but 😂. U got it done tho.
I had to take one for the team. My legs still hurt. 😂😂😂
@@Jodywithawhy on the bright side, ya finished your workout of the day; two birds, one stone!
Here's the one thing with the HAMR. You can quit once you get enough points to reach what you are going for. You said that you made it to level 8 and stopped. That means that you were somewhere between 61 and 72 shuttles. I don't know how old you are, but that many shuttles guarantees you at least 54 points (for airmen under 25). So, if you max out your push ups and situps, you could have stopped running significantly earlier and still scored an execllent (54 shuttles for
That is an interesting perspective and one I didn’t consider. You’re definitely correct. When I was done, I was able to stop. In a 1.5 mile run, you cannot be done until you finish the 1.5 miles. Definitely didn’t consider this, but it totally makes sense. 🤙🏽
One other thing to add about the HAMR. I've been doing a lot of research on it, and it looks like you made one of the cardinal mistakes. The rules say that you have to make sure that at least one foot is on or past the line. Much like the rest of us, you've been conditioned that when you are doing something like this, you have to start BEHIND the line. That's not the case. You can have your back foot on the line when you start. If you run past the line completely, you are adding around 1 meter to each run. That means that for every 20 shuttles, you've run one additional shuttle.
😮😮😮😮. Now that I didn’t know. I filmed this back when everything was still unclear, and I just attempted it to see how it feels. A lot of things were wrong with my attempt, but I had no idea about your footing. That’s great info. 🙌🏽🙌🏽
Hand release push up and cross reverse sit up are for 2 minutes, and the plank is for as long as you can hold it. For the hand release push ups, once you come down the arms come out and extend, not just lift off the ground. Much harder. I agree
They extend????? Whatttttt. 😲😲
Just ran the HAMR today because the track was icy. I got to level 7 step 4 (54 total sprints). I can say it was absolutely brutal. Still got an 84.5 on my pt test though.
Ayeee. Let’s gooo. 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽
The HAMR is the Pacer test we would do in middle school !
Yep. My son said that in his middle school he got up to like 50. But this HAMR test only goes up to like 15 levels. So I don’t know if it’s the exact same. Unless my son is a cyborg. Lol
Lol maybe he is , I leave Tuesday! So i hope i can pass the regular pt workouts cause these new ones seem harder 👎
Good luck when you go. From what I heard, basic training is still trying to figure out if they’re gonna allow these alternatives. So you should be fine as of now.
Hey Looking back ! I made it haha !
Ayeee. Congratulations. That’s awesome to see. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🤙🏽
So the new standards were just released today and I had to look up what an HAMR was. Watching the video, I recognized the neighborhood. We live in the same neighborhood! Small world! Great channel you got here.
Thanks for watching man. 🤙🏽 You know what’s crazy. A door to door salesmen recognized my neighborhood from this video. He said he knew one day he’d knock on a door and I’d open. Lol. I didn’t realize the neighborhood was that recognizable.
Active duty and been PT testing since it started in 2003/2004. The 1.5 mile run is still the easiest option IMO. It’s all about training early and not waiting until the last couple weeks before your test to start your prep. Good luck to all!!
Definitely agree. 🤙🏽
So you can easily run 1.5 miles yet can't easily walk it? That seems totally backwards.
@@florese4804 Its not “backwards”. I did the walk once, in 2016. It was brutal! You had to walk 2K in less than 16 minutes. It sounds easy, but trust me, it wasn’t.
@@marqevox9745 I did that walk around the mall with my grandmother. We had to hike 10 miles, on a time limit. Don't come at me with that.
@@florese4804 LMAO. Walk the actual test and come back. It’s not the same.
I believe the beep test means you run from one end to the other stop until the next beep sounds then run to other side stop run when the beep sounds again and so on, the beeps increase as the test continues. Thanks for your time for putting this together.
Exactly. I did it that way, however for editing purposes I cut out a lot of beeps. If I had of left the beeps in, it would’ve sounded terrible as I sped up the footage. But you’re right.
Oh so it’s a pacer test like a lot of us used to do in elementary school
Yes. They call it the HAMR and that’s different from a pacer test, but at the end of the day we’re doing a pacer test. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy Gotcha. I think I’ll stick to the traditional mile and a half haha
Finally! Thank you for this. Now I can defend these choices. Of course the other branches will probably never stop making fun of us, but at least we know the truth
😂😂😂. Yea. I was suspect at first, but now I’m not. These things are tough. Lol
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bruh u can walk a 1.5 mile foh
A true role model!! Hopefully I’ll be able to see you when it’s my time to serve, much love & respect from Hawaii ✊🏽.
thanks for taking one for the team and testing the new alternatives, lol. I'm over 40, but I think I'll stick with old test...easy peasy.
Yea. I’m gonna do this again, but next with the draft they have for scoring. Then I’ll be able to see how hard it really is.
did my PFT last weekend using the old/traditional test and scored 89. I was 8-secs away from achieving a score of 90, SMFH. I'm a slow runner...lol
You crushed it. 40+ years old still getting 89’s. That’s impressive. 💪🏽
@Jody this editing muisc soundeffect are outstanding! keep up the great content.
Thank you so much for watching and supporting. 🤙🏽🤙🏽🙌🏽
I think the people that will benefit from the HAMR, are the bases with out indoor tracks. Like at edwards when it's 125, doing shuttle run in the basket ball court.
ROFL watching you doing the power walk!
😂😂😂. I was playing around like it was gonna be easy. Lol.
Time slows down during a plank-longest minute or 2
Lol. Facts.
I think ima stick to the regular PT standard 😂 push-ups sit-ups and the regular 1.5 seems much easier lol
No way, this crap is a joke.
(Disclaimer: I am not a professional fitness advisor) Nice thing about the plank is you can train for it effectively without actually doing it, by doing any exercise that works your core. Chin ups, in my case, are the only thing I've been doing lately besides running, but I just tried the plank and was able to get to 3m15s for max points for my age group (wasn't easy and I was cramping a lot afterward but I got it done). The main lifts, deadlift / barbell squats / bench press should all do great for plank endurance.
Thanks for this advice bro. Good stuff. 💪🏽
Hand release pushups minimums for army combat jobs is 30, and let me tell you, I met that standard, but it hits different 😂
I just admit You are very interesting showing each option and example😂😂 I'm glad I came across one that isn't boring and getting straight to the point. Thank you for this channel !! I just subscribed and clicked the 🔔 lol
Ayeee. I appreciate you supporting. Real quick though, this video was way off from what the pt test actually became. I did do an updated version, so if you’re really trying to get a feel for it, this video can help if you haven’t already seen it. 🤙🏽th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
I know y’all ain’t out there doing the damn pacer test... lmaooo
😂😂😂. It has more levels than the pacer test. Lol
I can walk no problem, use my legs for all the power and let my heart rest. But when I run my heart can't keep up with my legs. Definitely going to give the walk a tester before actually doing it, thanks for the vid sir! Also, the plank looks easy as hell, I can do one for 5 minutes, I wonder if it will be timed?
From what I just heard, they have some rough draft standards out already, so once I get them, I’ll probably do this video again, that way people can really get a feel. According to what someone told me, I actually failed the pt test with some of my scores.
The new Air Force PFT is made for people who are out of shape
I think that was the intention, but I can crank out a 98 right now on the regular test. I’m sure I wouldn’t have gotten a 98 using these methods. I would’ve been lucky to pass. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy ya the regular test is hard for the under 35 crowd. After that it drops off significantly. Once you get past 45 on the regular test you can practically walk the run. And for females a passing score on the run time is 16:22 for the under 30 crowd. So ya it all depends. The shuttle run could be tough if it was more of a sprint. The FFL does something similar but they increase the tempo of it until you are fully sprinting at the end which is actually pretty tough.
As far as push-ups being replaced by those “hand-release push-ups” I don’t see that being harder at all. The reason regular push-ups are hard is because you maintaining tension the whole time. With these new ones you are releasing tension thus giving yourself a little break.
I just see the standards continuing to take a dive and it’s not just me. When I talk to enlisted members of the Air Force none of them like it.
I get what you’re trying to say, but I did the test, and they are not easier. My entire Air Force career I’ve been above a 95 for PT test. This one I’d be lucky to get an 85. 🤷🏽♂️
The ACFT is much harder than this. Most soldiers have a had time getting one leg tuck.
Oh I did that shuttle run for the army pre test to make sure I qualify for a combat job. I passed it, it got difficult near the end when it sped up, but it was fine 😂🤣 I am hoping to join the Air Force guard
that 1 mile walk is cake work. In the Army we do 2.5 mile walk and i do that in 28 mins lol. Ill walk over running anyday.
It is hard for people that do PT once a year.
I just dont wanna do those damn situps anymore rather plank, bet its gonna be a 2 minute time. The HAMR run looks like the pacer test basically
I hear you. From what I hear, the max time would be 3:30 for plank. Time will slow down when you’re doing it. Lol.
@@Jodywithawhy i can do at least 2 min but idk how strict they will be with form
a mile walk . . . *YOU HWAT!!?*
😂😂😂. I thought the same thing. UNTIL…I….TRIED…IT. Nothing like what I thought. 😂😂😂
UFPM’s appreciate ya!
Just got the standards today in email. Sounds like the HAMR is going to have constant beeps for easy there and back. Wonder when the audio will be made available.
Yea my test had constant beeps but for editing purposes I only played them as it moved up to the next level. That being said, I think I did the wrong test cause I saw the draft of how they will score, and instead of levels, they will count every successful sprint as a point. So I’m gonna redo this now that I know the draft scoring, and see how I really do.
@@Jodywithawhy it’s gonna be wild! Thanks for always pushing quality content. Your neighborhood reminds me a lot of when I lived off of north bandera just inside 1604. Lol. Good memories!
What ignorants fail to comprehend is the mile walk portion is not just walk a mile in a quick time. It's do it but keep at or below whatever HR level specified "good" they tell you. So it's more restrictive and uncomfortable than the run in which they don't care about your HR. In the normal 1.5mile you just bust your ass and get a good score, you're good High HR be damned! I get shin splints if I try to power walk so I'll stick to running my 1.5mile in under 10min like I've always done.
Yea it was definitely uncomfortable and unnatural.
Thanks for the informative and funny video 🤣
No problem. Lol. Glad you enjoyed it. 🙌🏽
We used to do shuttle runs like that in elementary school every year for fitness evaluations, hard my ass.
Jokes on us the plank is 3 minutes 🤪
😂😂😂. Yea they did a lot of things different from this video. So I’m redoing it to get a feel for the real version.
🌊🌊 my brotha
The actual score charts came out. Can you try this again?
I am gonna redo it. My schedule has just been super tight. 😩.
Someone buy this man a tripod
Lol. You know what’s crazy….I have one. 👀👀 lol
My confusion for the HAMR is, can your foot touch your line right at the beep? Or do you actually need to be on the line BEFORE the beep. Im still in the beginning stages of practice. But im finding that my foot is touching the line right as the beep sounds. Dont know if thats a missed shuttle or not.
Lol ahhh shhiiieeoooot😂I know that feelin when you wanna curse💀
😂😂😂😂😂😂. I caught myself. Lol
I wanted to see how fast you we’re running for the shuttles in real time.
The USMC is laughing at the new AF PT
I know. So is the Army. Which is why I went out and tried the test, to see if it was a joke. It’s not. Lol.
As they should be
You just keep eating your crayons 🖍
@@rsmcallister86 man, someone's mad in that chair they're sitting in.
Is this @Alastor logging into another account. Lol. Y’all are wild
my boy Luv B aka ME out here showcasing them fitness skills all the while spitting bars on the tracks at night. What is there that my mans cant do!??!?!?!
Who is this?? 🧐🧐 Lol
Lol! Thank you, Tupac (Sgt Allen told me to call you that and have me the short story 😂)! I didn’t get to swear in last week because I need an eye consult, but I’m not worried! All I’ll have to do is finish my interview then swear in when I go back given everything is a go with the my eye results! So now I’ll start working out everyday lol 💪🏾
😞😞. Allen telling on me. Lol. Tell him I said what’s up. But yea, eye consults usually go pretty well, so hopefully you have luck. Thanks for the support. 🤙🏽
@@Jodywithawhy haha, I sure will! & that’s what I’ve seen and heard about the eye consult. I feel good about it & your videos were right about MEPS smh..was stressing for nothing! Thank you for the help on your videos 💪🏾 I’ll continue to watch!
i don’t get the reqs for the hamr tho ? like do you just keep running back and forth lol ?
Basically. There’s a beep that sounds off, and once you hear it your run back to the other cone. The beep gets faster and faster as time goes on, eventually you’re just sprinting back and forth.
What allows you to use the alternatives? Are you only able to do those if you have an injury, or is it optional..?
It is optional for everyone now. This video is old and doesn’t reflect the pt test right. If you wanna get a more accurate reflection this will help. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
Can you pick in bmt or is it just 1.5 push ups and sit ups?
Nope. Just the regular pt test. I made a video recently covering the required scores needed. It might help. th-cam.com/video/nLI_qK1uTf4/w-d-xo.html
Can you do the mile walk instead of the 1.5 mile run in boot camp?
No. Only run, push ups and sit ups
Can you do a video talking about waivers needed for MEPS? Like needing an eye consult then getting a waiver.
This video discussing the most common issues, but it does give insight on the medical waiver process in general. th-cam.com/video/ynKjsxegEPE/w-d-xo.html
Thank you!
Lol the air force came with the standards for the alternatives and the hamr run is insane
I have since recreated this test with some young airmen. I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but they make the test look easy. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
I’m here in Texas trying to get a hold of a recruiter and the military career center was completely abandoned in Harker Heights😔
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Man... should have joined AF. This junk is too easy 😂
When I go on I'll definitely have to stick with the original. You do get that option right? XD
It’s not even available right now. They won’t allow the other options until next year. So you still have time.
@@Jodywithawhy Well i'll be joining next year or early the year after. Will these PT changes be an option?
@@TAnimations they’ll be an option for people after basic training. As far as people in basic training, they haven’t figured out if the options will be allowed. Still more to come.
Hi jody, quick question. Totally unrelated to the video, but when packing for BMT, if I’m not traveling on a plane, do my toiletries need to be travel sized? I leave in about a month for BMT and want to make sure. Thank you!
You can bring bigger sized items, but keep in mind, when you get to basic they’re gonna give you all the same things they told you to pack. And after a couple of days, you’ll good to the mini mall, and buy anything extra you need. You don’t want too much packed when you get there.
@@Jodywithawhy Thank you! I appreciate the help.
I served jointly on several tours with all forces. We elected to do the Army PT test since it was easier than the Marines, but harder than the Navy or Air Force. Those services with the exception of their Special Forces, don't have the ground combat requirements the Army and Marines have. I would say if your in good shape the latter services PT is not that hard to complete, at least for me. I ran 6 to 8 miles daily.
So you can choose from the 3? A mile walk is east it would only take you 16-20mins max
Yea you can pick. But I’m telling you, that mile walk isn’t easy. It sounds easy, but it’s definitely a challenge. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy ill love that coz ive been down by 24% bodyfat and about to join in a month i wanna do atleast 21 or 20percent no boarder and i can run a mile for 15mins since there is a walk thats nice
The shuttle run Is just the PACER test
So I have a mock test tomorrow will I have the option to do any of these or will be the basic test as push-ups and sit ups and run
From what I heard, these won’t go into effect until 2022.
@@Jodywithawhy oh roger thank you very much
Hey brother I have a question for you I only qualified for two jobs in the air forces. Which was security forces and services. Im just waiting on the next jobs openings for this month. I would like security forces… what are the chances to get it. Because really don’t want services.
Security Forces is very easy to book, it's one of the most demanded jobs by the Air Force. I'm not saying you're guaranteed it, but very likely. Best of luck.
@@HeroMaar thanks I appreciate it that 👍🏼
Like OneTrooper said, it’s pretty easy to book, because it’s our biggest career field.
@@Jodywithawhy no problem thank you guys for the info 💪🏼
Imma need you to take your time to exhale and inhale lol
😂😂😂. I was dying. Lol.
@@Jodywithawhy you got to comfortable sitting now look at you. Smh 🤦🏽♀️ this is funny.
yes sir. enlisted not too long ago and hate running, feels like i cant breathe during the run. Best belive im trying to do the walk
Aye, you might wanna practice first. That walk ain’t no joke. Lol
Hold up you can choose to walk!!?????…. The hell since when????
Since 02 July. It’s not fully implemented yet, but it looks like it will be available for sure by 2022.
How does it feel meeting a lower standard than your predecessors?
I would love to see my predecessors attempt this test. It’s not as easy as it sounds.
The #s just came out and I still don't understand the shuttles.
In this video, I messed it up. I read the rules for a HAMR test, and it’s different from what the Air Force is actually doing. The Air Force is basically just doing a pacer test. Each 20 meter distance you cover counts as one.
@@Jodywithawhy Ahhhh. That makes more sense. Thank you! I've got 2 more test left before retirement. I'll stick with the regular stuff.lol.
I just posted a picture on my TH-cam community page. It breaks it down. I think I have 3 more test before retirement. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽. We’re almost there.
@@Jodywithawhy That's awesome to hear! We're almost to the finish line! I'll go check out the community page now.
Can I talk to a recruiter and get all my paperwork and stuff done while I'm 18 and in high school so as soon as I graduate I can ship
Definitely. You can do it as junior when you’re 17 years old too.
@@Jodywithawhy I was I can do my paperwork 30 days before my 17th birthday. Is that true?
You can do all the paperwork 30 days out, but you can’t officially do anything until your birthday.
lol I did my 2.5 mile walk I’m 29 minutes the army’s alternate to the 2 mile when your on profile
You don’t have to do pull ups???
What if you choose to run instead of walk are they going to not count it?
You will have the choice of run, walk or HAMR. Once you choose one, you will have to stick with it for the test.
@@Jodywithawhy I was just asking I’m in the army the acft is not challenging at all I’ve gotten 590 + everytime I take it but I’m a conditioned individual fitness is my lifestyle so I understand someone else it can be challenging good luck to you and anyone else taking it
I usually score about a 98 or above on the PT test. The pandemic has gotten the best of me. Lol. So I’m out of shape. I’ll be back in shape soon, and try to do this test again. Definitely kicked my butt. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy remember fellow serviceman brother you are only in competition with yourself take all the time you need to better yourself and be proud of your improvements
Hey Jody I have a question I want to join the air force in 2023 but I have flat feet with this disqualify me
Talk to your recruiter. You might be able to get a waiver
Yep. Talk with your recruiter. Flat feet are possible, but they are case by case. Your recruiter will be able to help you get the process started to see if your feet are good
This is unrelated to the video but can you work for the Air Force longer then 20 years?
Yep. You have some officers that push 40 years, and the most enlisted personnel usually can do is 30 years. But you have to have certain ranks to push that far.
Chairforce for a reason 😂
One thing everyone forgets or not aware is you need to train your breathing. If your not breathing from your diaphragm you are not maximizing your potential. Breathing from your chest is actually flight or fight mode. th-cam.com/video/SCnaeTihD-g/w-d-xo.html
How soon should I go to my recruiter about joining the Air Force?
I made a video about things to know before meeting a recruiter. I hope this helps. th-cam.com/video/D3_TR2IVreo/w-d-xo.html
I’m a correctional officer we do 60 push’s ups in 2 minutes none stop 40 in 1 minute mile 1.5 under 12 minutes
What’s the best way to practice for the 1.5 mile run?
I would say do sprint training two times a week, and also run 3 miles 1-2 a week. This will get you prepared for a 1.5 mile quick.
@@Jodywithawhy thanks for the response! I’ll get on it now! Gotta build up this stamina!
@@guidedvisionsmedia I'd also add that if you are struggling with it, try the Couch to 5K program. It's a program designed to get you from "the couch" to running a 5k in 6 weeks of training (assuming you don't have to repeat any weeks). It's designed for three days of running each week, and 30 minutes each time. Week one is a 5 minute warm up walk, then alternating 60 seconds of running with 90 seconds of walking 8 times, then a 5 minute cool down walk. Week two is a 5 minute warm up walk, then alternating 90 walking/2:00 running 6 times and a 5 minute cool down walk...etc..etc. Each week builds a little more running and a little less walking. There are plenty of free apps out there to time it for you (I use the one by ZenLabs and it is great).
The one key is to make sure you push yourself. I had a friend who was a decent runner who tried to use it to increase his speed. I was out with him when he ran his first workout, and when he did the 60 seconds of running, he was doing a very light jog. I pointed out that if he wanted to get better, his run should be at least at the pace he normally runs, and for the first couple of weeks, since the runs are fairly short, they should have been almost sprints for him. He started that the next day, and he said that by week 4 he was seeing some pretty significant improvement.
I can push myself no problem but my heart rate is always really high. Why does the heat rate need to be low? I’m just as good and never fainted. I’m 26 now and still run the same 6:50 mile I ran in high school
I have a pretty high heart rate too. So I would prefer the run just so I don’t have to worry about maintaining a heart rate.
😂 I wish we had it this easy in the
Army
I'd like to do the core exercises instead of the situps and the new pushups and the 1.5 run. I don't want to do the shuttle or walk because of wanting to get it done lol. Plus I'm a marathoner,half marathoner,and triathlete.
Yea. The 1.5 mile run will be easy for you.
Jody? Are you still recruiting in San antonio?
I’m a recruiting instructor. Not recruiting anymore.
@@Jodywithawhy that's so cool man how would you go about becoming a recruiter in your career?
You have be selected for developmental special duty, and then from there let your leadership know you’re interested in becoming a recruiter. You have to be at lease an E-5 before you can become eligible.
@@Jodywithawhy is it a similar process for being a MTI
Yep. Same process pretty much, just a different job.
The PAT is to enter the air force academy?
I don’t understand the question
@@Jodywithawhy What is the PAT for?
What is a PAT. Physical assessment test??
@@Jodywithawhy What i mean is the PAT is to enter the air force? Is it a requirement? I'm starting my journey with Air Force this week.
Wait how was the walk harder? I dont get it.
That walk was intense. You talking about legs on fire. Plus your heart rate has to be at a good pulse. It’s not easy like it’s sounds. I heard walk and thought “oh yea I got this”. Lol. NOPE
@@Jodywithawhy hey at least now I know the new pt test isn't soft. I was starting to get embarrassed 😂
@@Jodywithawhy walking.... is harder than running....
It’s very uncomfortable trying to get a good score while walking. I run. I’m a runner by nature. I can run 5 miles easy. That walk was very uncomfortable.
@@Jodywithawhy makes 0 sense.
Looks easy compared to army Pt test😂Try running 2miles after that sprint drag carry , and leg tucks
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If I wanted to do Army PT I would have joined the Army.
When we in the SOF community look at General purpose force PT tests….🤔
Way different from what y’all have to do. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy lol 😂.
Good video. Cheers 🍻 bro.
On the HAMR you are only supposed to make it to the other side before the beep. Then you go again making it before the next beep (level). The time in between the beeps gets faster and faster. Some reserve units have been testing the HAMR for a while now. It sucks but just wanted to let you know you were doing too much. Lol
Lol. I know. I did it that way. But for editing purposes and not to bore the audience, I sped the footage up, and removed a lot of the beeps, or else it would’ve been weird. Lol.
This is a test they do for soccer players to see endurance vo2 max. It's called the Beep Test you can youtube it.
Well it’s a good thing I been training for PJ this will be a cake walk.
Doing the 21 day PAST work out , this is a breeze
Yea. This won’t bother you too much at all if you’re in special warfare shape.
It’s no way the AF letting y’all walkkkk 🥴 this is absurd
😂😂😂. I think the walk was removed from testing after so much disdain towards the Air Force.
I rather do the planks
I'm genuinely unsure why the walk would be harder? If you're capable of running the mile and a half, why would a shorter walk be more exhausting? I wouldn't do it since i'm fine with running and wouldn't want to extend a PT test any longer than necessary, but it doesn't seem like it would be harder.
It’s actually not harder. Just uncomfortable. It’s really uncomfortable walking that fast for that long. Your legs start to feel like bricks. But it’s not really hard. I would just prefer the run.
@@Jodywithawhy Thanks. That makes more sense. I'd definitely rather just run for a shorter amount of time than attempt something like that.
@@Jodywithawhy so really the walk is only mentally easier ?
The walk sucks, but I feel it’s physically easier. However, mentally I don’t like it just because of the burn you feel in your legs. Lol
That looks like he is in Texas
It's hard if you're not use to it
There you go. Definitely not used to this, and I’m pretty out of shape. So there’s that. Lol
@@Jodywithawhy indeed, I play soccer a lot so these are the exercises we do daily, when I was living in Jamaica I would walk for miles just to get to my destination.
Oh yea. You would have an easy time with these.
Sound like HAMR night not be popular lol
I don’t think I’ll ever choose it. 🤷🏽♂️. Lol
What.....
Lol I can’t tell if this is a joke but yeah it’s much easier
I was so serious. Lol. That test kicked my butt. But then again, I was way off from the actual guidance that was released months later. I re-did this video, but the next time with airmen instead of me. Lol. They were more graceful, and they agreed the test was easier. th-cam.com/video/oaubyLrNPMM/w-d-xo.html
I think we live in the same neighborhood 🤣
You in Valley?
@@Jodywithawhy Solana Ridge
I am an Indian
I ship out august 3rd❗️
Ayeee. Good luck. You got this bro. 💪🏽
Appreciate it ✈️
The only reason they "harder" is because you not used to it
I'm used to walking 1mile in under 20mins(but I'm sure it'll be something less than 56, more like 45min minimum).
Definitely wasn’t used to it at all. The walk was just uncomfortable. Not hard but uncomfortable.
Hi I have a friend who had a depression during the pandemic during high school with all that going on along with them having a break up. They’re 18 now and have never had any issues with depression before. Since they’ve graduated they’re back to normal and haven’t been on any meds or felt depressed, but unfortunately they do have some scar marks on their leg from the relationship. They don’t have tricare insurance they’re civilian. Is there any hope for my friend to join the Air Force?
If you’re a civilian I don’t wanna hear y’all talk smack bout any branch 😂 Y’all can’t do half of what the Air Force does.
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Bro omg lol I'm so glad I got out in 2019. Pheeww this looks horrible
You forgot to do it with a space suit. Fail
Lol. You trying to kill me. Lol
Is this video for real?
Dead serious. 🤷🏽♂️