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Annex ‘C’ to Information and Rules Cadetships in the Defence Forces 2013 PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST The physical fitness assessment is designed to test the candidate’s current level of physical fitness and his/her capacity to undergo the rigours of military training. It is composed of two aspects; a. Aerobic endurance Local muscular endurance b. Components of physical fitness, consisting of body fat assessment, hand grip strength and flexibility. FORMAT OF TEST Aerobic endurance Candidates will be required to run one and a half miles within the time limit below: (This is a pass or fail test) Males Females 11 mins 40 secs. 13 mins 10 secs. Local Muscular Endurance This will be assessed using push-ups and sit-ups. Time allowed: 60 seconds (This is a pass or fail test). Males Females Push-ups: (Minimum requirement) 20 20 (modified) Sit-ups: (Minimum requirement) 20 20 If a candidate fails to meet any of the above minimum requirements, he/she will not be permitted to proceed to the next stage of the competition. Body Composition Assessment This assesses the candidate’s percentage of body fat. The candidate will be subjected to a body/mass index test. (This is a pass or fail test) All tests are conducted in sports gear. Candidates are advised to bring the following should they be requested to attend: tracksuit, shorts, singlet/t-shirt, training shoes, towel, and wash gear etc. 09 May 2013
Candidates who wish to prepare for the above tests should do so under the guidance of a qualified instructor. 09 May 2013
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Page 5 and 6: 3. MEDICAL AND PHYSICAL STANDARDS C
Page 7 and 8: 4. APPLICATION FOR CADETSHIP Candid
Page 9 and 10: c. Stage 2 - Physical Fitness Test
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Page 19 and 20: The Army has at its disposal a wide
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Page 23 and 24: Initial training involves Basic Mil
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