Foragers, Welcome to the LAST installment of the Forager Fitness ACFT Series! This week we dissect the event that underwent the least amount of change when compared to the APFT. The 2 mile run. If you missed any of the other event articles, DON'T WORRY! Links can be found below! 3RM Deadlift The Standing Power Throw … Continue reading How to Max the 2-Mile Run – Ace the ACFT Series
How to Max the Leg Tuck – Ace the ACFT Series
Foragers, Welcome to the this weeks installment of the Forager Fitness ACFT Series! This week we dissect the event that might be stressing everyone out. The Leg Tuck. This event, in most aspects, requires the most amount of coordination, upper body and core strength. Here at Forager Fitness, we're a little on the fence about it; … Continue reading How to Max the Leg Tuck – Ace the ACFT Series
How to Max The Sprint, Drag, Carry (SDC) – Ace the ACFT Series
Foragers, Welcome to the this weeks installment of the Forager Fitness ACFT Series! This week we dissect the Sprint, Drag, Carry (SDC). This event, in most aspects, requires the most amount of athleticism. Here at Forager Fitness, we're super pumped about an event that showcases some sprint speed and gets the legs burining! If you like … Continue reading How to Max The Sprint, Drag, Carry (SDC) – Ace the ACFT Series
Episode 4 – ACFT Training and Programming
This week, Rob takes the helm and goes over training and programming for the ACFT. For each of the six events, the Foragers breakdown the key movement patterns, mobility needs, an accessory exercises to ensure success with the ACFT. We had a great podcast with some awesome questions and responses from the viewers. We appreciate … Continue reading Episode 4 – ACFT Training and Programming
How to Max the Hand-Release Push-up (HRP) – Ace the ACFT Series
Foragers, We REALLY appreciate you guys taking the time and stopping by to read our articles. On this next installment of the Ace the ACFT Series, we are tackling the Hand-Release Push-Up (HRP). If you missed the last two weeks, don't even worry! You can find the last two articles below. How to Max the … Continue reading How to Max the Hand-Release Push-up (HRP) – Ace the ACFT Series
How to Max the Standing Power Throw (SPT) – Ace the ACFT
Foragers, Thanks for stopping by and checking out our next installment of the Ace the ACFT Series. This week we go over the Standing Power Throw (SPT). If you missed last weeks 3RM Deadlift breakdown, it can be found here! Don't forget to subscribe to the blog and to our YouTube and Twitch channels! Thank … Continue reading How to Max the Standing Power Throw (SPT) – Ace the ACFT
Episode 3 – ACFT Breakdown
This week, Rob and Nik breakdown the Army's new Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT). This test is a 6 event physical exam that has shifted form the endurance/muscle fatigue focused APFT, to a more functional fitness focus. We had a great podcast with some awesome questions and responses from the viewers. We appreciate the support! … Continue reading Episode 3 – ACFT Breakdown
How to max the 3RM Deadlift – Ace the ACFT Series
Foragers, Welcome to the first article in the Forager Fitness ACFT Series! If you like what you see, please subscribe to the blog, and the Forager Fitness Twitch and YouTube channels. We appreciate the support! https://youtu.be/tAJgi0jPFGQ For years, there was rumblings about a new Army PT test that included movements grounded in functionality and purpose. … Continue reading How to max the 3RM Deadlift – Ace the ACFT Series
