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What does the PFT measure?
What does the PFT measure?
Strength and stamina of upper and lower body, as well as efficiency of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
What groups of Marines are required to take the PFT?
What groups of Marines are required to take the PFT?
All active duty, Select Marine Corps Reserves, Active Reserve, and Marines approaching End of Active Service/retirement.
Participation in the PFT is a requirement regardless of?
Participation in the PFT is a requirement regardless of?
age, gender, grade, duty assignment, or terminal leave date.
What three events comprise the PFT?
What three events comprise the PFT?
Who decides the recommended order of the PFT?
Who decides the recommended order of the PFT?
What type of rowing machine is authorized?
What type of rowing machine is authorized?
Marine under 46 may use the rowing event if?
Marine under 46 may use the rowing event if?
What are the responsibilities of a Monitor?
What are the responsibilities of a Monitor?
What are four duties of a PFT Monitor?
What are four duties of a PFT Monitor?
What tasks do you perform during the PFT?
What tasks do you perform during the PFT?
Results are recorded on?
Results are recorded on?
What does the PFT portion of the worksheet allow you to enter?
What does the PFT portion of the worksheet allow you to enter?
What is the purpose of the Risk Factor Worksheet (NAVMC 11639)?
What is the purpose of the Risk Factor Worksheet (NAVMC 11639)?
Common injuries when performing the pull-up include?
Common injuries when performing the pull-up include?
How can pull-up injuries be prevented?
How can pull-up injuries be prevented?
What will minimize injuries during the push-up event?
What will minimize injuries during the push-up event?
What should the abdominal crunch event area be like?
What should the abdominal crunch event area be like?
What tasks will monitors perform during the abdominal crunch event?
What tasks will monitors perform during the abdominal crunch event?
What is required to set up the C2 rowing machine?
What is required to set up the C2 rowing machine?
Common rowing injuries include?
Common rowing injuries include?
Rowing may predispose individuals to what other types of injuries?
Rowing may predispose individuals to what other types of injuries?
What is an authorized substitution for the 3-mile run?
What is an authorized substitution for the 3-mile run?
To prevent injury during the crunch event, Marines should use what muscle?
To prevent injury during the crunch event, Marines should use what muscle?
Preventative measures during running include?
Preventative measures during running include?
Most injuries during the rowing event are due to?
Most injuries during the rowing event are due to?
When must the Risk Factor worksheet be completed?
When must the Risk Factor worksheet be completed?
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Purpose of the PFT
Purpose of the PFT
PFT measures upper and lower body strength, stamina, and cardiovascular efficiency.
Who must participate in PFT?
Who must participate in PFT?
Active duty, Select Marine Corps Reserves, Active Reserve, and Marines nearing retirement.
Three events in PFT
Three events in PFT
Hybrid Pull-Up/Push-Up Test, Abdominal Crunch, and 3 Mile Run.
Rowing machine requirement
Rowing machine requirement
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Key duties of PFT monitors
Key duties of PFT monitors
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What does 'Supervise Events' include?
What does 'Supervise Events' include?
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What's essential when 'Observing Performance'?
What's essential when 'Observing Performance'?
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What does 'Advise Participants' include?
What does 'Advise Participants' include?
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PFT Performance Worksheet
PFT Performance Worksheet
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Purpose of Risk Factor Worksheet
Purpose of Risk Factor Worksheet
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Common pull-up injuries
Common pull-up injuries
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Preventing pull-up injuries
Preventing pull-up injuries
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Abdominal Crunch surface
Abdominal Crunch surface
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Avoid crunch injuries
Avoid crunch injuries
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Preventative running measures
Preventative running measures
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Cause of rowing injuries
Cause of rowing injuries
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Risk Factor worksheet timing
Risk Factor worksheet timing
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Study Notes
PFT Overview
- PFT measures upper and lower body strength, stamina, and cardiovascular efficiency.
- Required for all active duty, Select Marine Corps Reserves, Active Reserve, and Marines nearing retirement.
Participation Requirements
- Mandatory participation regardless of age, gender, grade, duty assignment, or terminal leave.
PFT Events
- Three events in PFT: Hybrid Pull-Up/Push-Up Test, Abdominal Crunch, and 3 Mile Run.
- Recommended order of events decided by Commander or Officer in Charge.
Authorized Equipment
- Concept 2 rowing machine authorized, must have Performance Monitor 3 or later.
- Marines under 46 may row if approved by Health Care Practitioner and Commanding Officer.
PFT Monitor Responsibilities
- Monitors must observe, record, and detect during PFT administration.
- Key duties include supervising events, observing performances, advising participants, and documenting results.
- Tasks during the PFT include providing verbal commands, progress notifications, and timing or counting repetitions.
Event-Specific Duties
- Supervise Events: Ensure proper uniform, instruct form, select event areas, and mitigate risks.
- Observe Performance: Knowledge of correct execution for all events is essential.
- Advise Participants: Demonstrate proper form and provide feedback on timing and performance.
Documentation
- Results are recorded on the PFT/CFT Performance Worksheet (NAVMC 11622).
- The PFT portion captures raw performance data including times and counts.
Health and Safety Measures
- Risk Factor Worksheet (NAVMC 11639) assesses health risks for Marines over 45.
- Common injuries during pull-ups include strains to the neck, back, elbows, and shoulders.
- Prevention of pull-up injuries involves monitoring for proper form.
Injury Prevention Strategies
- Emphasis on correct form during push-ups to minimize injuries.
- Abdominal Crunch event requires a flat, hazard-free surface.
- Monitors guide Marines for proper techniques to ensure accurate counting and injury prevention during crunches.
Rowing Event Specifications
- Setup the rowing machine by selecting "Workout," then "Standard List," and navigating to "5000m."
- Common rowing injuries affect knees, back, upper extremities, and ribs; they can lead to stress fractures.
Substitutions and Preventative Measures
- Rowing is an authorized substitution for the 3 Mile Run.
- To avoid injuries during crunches, focus on using abdominal muscles.
- Preventative measures during running include post-run stretching, hydration, and warm-up walks.
- Most rowing-related injuries arise from overuse.
Compliance and Timing
- Risk Factor worksheet must be completed 3-6 days prior to the PFT.
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