Presidential Physical Fitness Award

Remember those “Presidential Physical Fitness” certificates they gave out in grade school, and the battery of tests that preceded them? Images of the dreaded Flex Box and frustrating Shuttle Run come to mind. Well, the President’s Council on Physical Fitness is releasing a new test aimed at those of us who are older than high school age. People who are over 18 years of age and have no serious health problems can be tested on aerobic fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility. Hoping for another certificate to add to your collection? Sorry, no dice this time.

However, you will be able to see how you stack up – i.e., what percentile you scored in – against other Americans, by plugging in your scores online, along with age, height, weight, and gender. Components of the test include a 1-mile walk or 1.5-mile run, push-ups, sit-ups, and the good old ‘sit-and-reach’ activity. The test is intended to be a baseline analysis for people who want to lead a fitter lifestyle and as a checkpoint for avid athletes.

Click here to test yourself!

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