The U.S. Army has announced a new fitness test for combat roles, requiring women to meet the same sex-neutral standards as male soldiers. This change follows directives to eliminate lower physical fitness benchmarks for women, which could negatively impact the Army's recruitment and retention efforts. Set to roll out on June 1, the test retains a familiar structure, featuring five physical events, but alters scoring for 21 close combat positions, potentially increasing difficulty for women aiming to qualify. The amendments to performance expectations could dissuade women from entering or remaining in these roles.
The U.S. Army's new sex-neutral physical test mandates that women in combat roles meet male standards, raising concerns over recruitment and retention.
The Army announced the new fitness test, designed to enhance soldier fitness and warfighting readiness, will phase in starting June 1, replacing the previous Combat Fitness Test.
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