I’ve been building a small Air Force / Space Force PT app and figured this might actually be the right sub for it.
It started as a straightforward PFA score calculator, but most of the useful additions have come directly from Airmen using it and telling me what was missing.

The biggest request was a HAMR trainer, so I added a full audio-paced trainer with shuttle/level tracking, projected score, and beeps that can play over Spotify or other music.

It also has:
• Air Force PFA + Space Force HPA scoring
• 2026 scoring charts
• What If? mode for comparing event combinations
• exemptions + altitude adjustments
• run and plank timers
• score history / personal bests
• test countdown

It’s $0.99, one-time purchase. No subscription or IAP.
I’ve been updating it pretty aggressively based on feedback, so if you’re currently training for an Air Force or Space Force fitness assessment, I’d genuinely like to hear what’s useful, what’s missing, or what you’d change.

App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pfa-calculator-air-force-pt/id6761141936

What is the difference between these two vests?

https://www.511tactical.com/se-en/tactec-plate-carrier

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The only visible difference is the one-handed quick-release in the upper front.

Hey

I'm looking for a training program and was thinking of buying the 'Calisthenics and cardio' program from Stew Smith. The only problem is that i'm playing rugby three times a week (so i've only three days to train). Anyone that has this program?

Do any military spouses have a hard time staying fit or losing weight? Why?

Does anyone of you already purchased a training program from those PPF Germany guys? I am an airborne enlisted. Looking for a good program to prepare for German ranger selection. I heard some good feedback from their programs already.

This is the link of their shop www.ppf-germany.com

I'm looking for some recommendations for a good rucksack or hiking pack that can take 50-75 pounds of weight in homemade sandbags and cinderblocks.

Ideal price would be $60.00 - $100.00 and toughness/durability is paramount and capacity as the Cinderblocks are 8x16x4 and the sand bags are roughly 10x12x18. I live in a rural area so ideally it would be something through Amazon or other online outlets.

Hi :D

I just need some general tips on how to formulate a plan/routine to follow to get into better physique. I've heard of people buying fitness plans online, but I'm not at that age where I think I could genuinely afford it (15). Currently a student athlete, but not the best.

Hey all, wondering if some of you could help me.

I need to cut about a a minute and a half off my 1.5mile/2.4km time from 12:25 to 11:00 over the span of the next 8 weeks.

I initially started at 12:55 about 4 weeks ago and worked my way down to 12:25 through weighted Fartlek and uphill runs but I need something more effective.

I have the 8 weeks and am able to train 7 days of the week and am willing to do what it takes to get that shit time down. Does anyone have any effective weekly programs that could help my time? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

My body stats are : Weight: 95kg/210lbs Height: 172cm/5ft 7

Cheers

Been looking around on how to take care of my feet when rucking. Out of curiosity, do callouses help your feet out when hiking and rucking?

I created a workout app from the US Navy Seals workout plan. It's six months of running, swimming, and other exercises designed to prepare you for BUD/S. You can check out the app here - https://haffitness.glideapp.io/

The plan it's based on is here https://www.sealswcc.com/training/navy-seal-swcc-physical-training-guide.html

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Let me know if you have any improvements you want to see! I made it for myself, but would love to see others use it!

I am a 21F training for the acft. Currently I am stuck at 225 and haven’t done anymore. How can I build up my strength to deadlift more?

Also I naturally throw 8.9 for the powerball throw. Not entirely sure to build up strength to do more distance.

Currently running a classic split(strength is def not where I need it)

Chest, Triceps, Shoulders Legs, Core Back and Bi's Repeat x 1 Rest.

I'm looking to incorporate cardio on top of this. Normally I do 30 minutes on non leg days and ruck once a week. Anyone have experience with doing cardio on such a lifting schedule, if so what ended up working for you?

Note: I've been following this routine for about a month now with def. Improvements. Just not to familiar with setting up solid cardio improvement routine besides hitting a bike or tread mill for a set time to maximize improvement.

I was thinking about joining the national guard. I seem to have the opposite problem compared to most people here. I run about 3-6miles/day for fun about 8/9min/mile except for Sunday and run about 8-10 miles on Saturday. However, my upper body is lacking hardcore. I can do like 5 decent pull-ups (from climbing), but I can do like maybe 1 push up on a good day. I also need to put on some weight for reference I am 59" (149 cm) and 90lbs (41kg).

htk fitness just came out with a new plan for the lockdown. It’s supposed to be only body weight and I’m interested on trying it out (you know how online workout plans could be) but idk if i want to drop the money for it because it may not work for me. if anyone has bought it yet can you write down a couple workouts for me pls pls

I'm a second-career guy, 32M defense attorney in TX. I've decided I want to achieve more in my life and want to serve my country. I've lost 30 lbs so far and need to lose MUCH more. I've been overweight my whole life, but am changing everything for the better. My highest weight was 300 lbs, but I am down to about 250 at the moment. I've only used diet thus far, and want to start the fitness part, as I've been especially concerned about injury at 280 lbs (when I started dieting).

Now that I'm in a little better shape and healthier, I want to integrate actual fitness into my plan. I want to go to OCS eventually, so I understand that I will need to be in STELLAR shape to keep up and be successful. I don't have any false beliefs about how hard it's going to be, or that I think doing this is going to be easy. I get it, but I've flexed my brain as hard as I can in law school, but never tried to work on my fitness.

I really need some tips from some folks who have been through the wringer, e.g. the overweight guys who lost weight and ran a marathon or (namely) joined the military and were successful. I plan on starting with in-home plyometric exercises, push-ups, situps, squats, planks, etc as we are still in light quarantine and I am concerned about using shared equipment until this dies down. I'm looking for guidance on progression, etc. Mainly, I'd like some realistic goals to set that aren't "lose 50lbs in 30 days and run a 7:00 mile". Anyone can tell you that. I've been heavy since I played football in HS.

I know there's gonna be alot of guys on here who are gonna sh*t all over me, and I expect that. I'm not so naive ot think that this isn't gonna be outrageous. I'm just looking for some guidance and help, even referrals to other pages or people who like to help people like me. I'm leary about talking to many recruiters, who usually give guys like me some attitude because I can't sign up today, so I'm asking for help from the general community.

Thanks for the help.

I am debating enrolling into the military I really wanted to back when I was in high school but was unable to lose the last bit of weight I needed to qualify with my measurements right now I'm dieting and running generally doing push-ups and sit-ups at least 3 times a week at 6 ft and 290 lbs. My question being do you guys have any recommendations for a relatively bulletproof plan that I can put together over the next say month or so as far as workouts are concerned?

Anyone have experience with Mitchell Strength or War Horse Athletics considering getting one or the others programs

Yo fellas I got sort of a conundrum. I’m 3 months out from army basic, Currently training for RASP (ranger assessment and selection program) going after basic. I need to cut 1:30 off my 5 mile and improve my ruck pace by a minute to meet the standard. Do y’all think that rucking has more carry over to running or the other way around? Should I be rucking twice a week and running 4 or should I run 5 times a week and ruck once?