THE SCORES YOU NEED TO PASS THE NEW PT TEST

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Lace up those sneakers: The new PT tests are coming. The Air Force on Nov. 12 released a fresh set of spreadsheets that will be used to calculate airmen's scores on the revamped annual physical fitness assessment, which begins in January. It solidifies the service's shift to a test that offers more exercise options for troops, aiming to personalize PT testing without losing its rigor. Those options include a 1.5-mile run or 20-meter shuttle run for cardiovascular fitness, traditional or hand-release push-ups for upper body strength, and traditional sit-ups, cross-legged reverse crunches or planks for core strength. "While testing these components at various installations, we received a large amount of positive feedback," said Lt. Gen. Brian Kelly, Air Force deputy chief of staff for manpower, personnel and services, in a news release. "Changes to the physical fitness assessments reflect what we learned and our desire to provide airmen with additional flexibility in maintaining fitness standards." No longer on the list is a one-mile speed walk that was explored as a new addition. That decision was based on "equipment requirements and the need for continued testing," the Air Force said.