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Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT)
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About this exam
The Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT) is the physical performance portion of the Navy Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA). It helps assess sailors’ physical readiness and is relevant to many Navy service contexts. The PFA also includes a Body Composition Assessment (BCA), with requirements and procedures set by current Navy policy. Recruits and applicants may encounter fitness assessments as part of accession or training, but the applicable standards and process can differ from the PRT used for serving personnel.
The PRT covers push-ups, a forearm plank, and an approved cardio event; the BCA addresses body composition separately. Performance is evaluated using Navy standards and scoring guidance, which can vary by age group, sex, event option, and current policy. Preparation is physical rather than academic: learn the required technique, build strength and cardiovascular endurance gradually, and review the latest official instructions. Candidates should check current Navy guidance for event choices, measurement procedures, scoring, and any cycle-specific rules.
How to prepare for the Navy PRT
- Review the current Navy Physical Readiness Program guidance for PRT event options, BCA procedures, technique requirements, and applicable cycle rules.
- Train progressively for push-ups, the forearm plank, and your authorized cardio option; prioritize correct form, recovery, and steady improvement.
- Use the current official scoring tables for your age group and sex to assess your baseline, then periodically practice the events in the required sequence.
FAQ
Who has to take the Navy PRT?
Navy service members may be required to complete the PFA, which includes the PRT, under the rules that apply to their status and current Navy policy. Applicants and recruits may also face fitness assessments, but requirements can differ by accession or training program.
What events are included in the Navy PRT?
The PRT includes push-ups, a forearm plank, and an approved cardio event. The separate Body Composition Assessment is also part of the Navy PFA. Check current Navy guidance for authorized cardio options and assessment procedures.
How should I study for the Navy PRT?
There is no academic syllabus to memorize. Review current Navy instructions and scoring standards, learn proper event technique, and follow a gradual training plan for strength, core endurance, and cardio. Confirm the rules that apply to your assessment before test day.