Readiness Fitness

On this page, you will find links to tools that will help you to increase your fitness level with the goal to improve your overall health and readiness. Many of these tools are designed with the Soldier in mind, but can be used to improve health of civilian and Soldier alike.¹ Some of this information is adapted from the Army Reserve National Guard fitness program.

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New! Big Changes to Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills
They may become a part of your unit's fitness program.

TRADOC has made significant changes to the Army's Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills (WTBD), which govern how recruits are prepared to be Soldiers during basic training. The new list has a greatly reduced list of tasks, subtasks, and battle drills; all of which will be useful to every Soldier throughout his or her career.

High-Energy Workout for Soldiers Available on the Pentagon Channel
The Pentagon Channel's "Fit for Duty" leads viewers through a high-energy 30-minute workout. The show makes it simple to follow along and complete the demonstrated exercises.

"Fit for Duty" instructors are service members with expertise in fitness training. They represent each branch of the military and were selected after a nation-wide call for auditions. A military sports medicine physician also offers tips for preventing injuries and avoiding career-ending accidents during each episode of the show.

"Fit for Duty" is also available via podcast and video on demand.
Click here for a complete program schedule.

Army Physical Fitness Test Calculator
How many push-ups do you need to do in order to get 100% on the APFT this year? How many sit-ups? How fast do you need to do the 2 mile run? Find out by using this handy calculator...then train for it!

Target Heart-Rate Zone Calculator
You are getting aerobic exercise regularly, but are you getting into your heart-rate zone? If you are not, then you may not be reaping the full benefits of your exercise program. Find out your target heart-rate and maximize your results.

Soldier Health Maintenance Manual
Your health is important because you will do your best when you feel your best. You are responsible for your health. The Army wants you to have the tools and skills you need to take care of your own health. The Soldier Health Maintenance Manual is provided here for you to download.

Lifestyle Changes Shop
A resolution to achieve a healthy lifestyle, one goal at a time, opens the door to daily success. Visit our Lifestyle Changes Shop for tools and information to get on the road to a healthier you.

Weight Management Tracker® Offered exclusively through HOOAH 4 HEALTH, the Tracker allows you to quickly and easily record your daily nutrition, fitness, mood, and weight. The helpful charts show how you have performed over time, and where improvements may be needed. Visit the Weight Management Tracker® today!