PFT · Effective 2026-07-01

United States Coast Guard

Physical Fitness Test

The Coast Guard Physical Readiness Program became fully operational on 1 July 2026. Standards are administered twice yearly for most Coast Guard members with defined events, age/sex categories, and medical-exemption processes.

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Passing Standards

General standard

Source Restricted (CAC required)

Current detailed Coast Guard PFT event list, scoring tables, and exemption criteria require verification through an official Coast Guard source. Some detailed materials may require CAC access.

Official source

Coast Guard Physical Readiness Program

U.S. Coast Guard

Effective 2026-07-01Last verified 2026-07-13

The updated Coast Guard Physical Readiness Program is fully operational as of July 1, 2026. Some detailed materials may require CAC access.

Do not rely on legacy boat-crew standards as the universal Coast Guard requirement. Verify current policy via your chain of command or the official Coast Guard Physical Readiness Program office.

Test events & authorized options

Every event, taught step-by-step

3 exercises

Muscular strength / endurance

Standard Push-Up (Marine Corps option)

Authorized Marine PFT alternate to pull-ups (capped max score).

2 minutes. Pectorals, Triceps, Anterior deltoids 2 common mistakes

Core endurance

Forearm Plank (PLK)

Measure core and postural muscular endurance.

Timed hold (branch-specific max score). Rectus abdominis, Transverse abdominis, Obliques 3 common mistakes

Cardiorespiratory

1.5-Mile Run

Measure aerobic capacity (Navy PRT standard cardio).

Continuous. Cardiorespiratory system, Lower body 1 common mistakes

Official sources

Official source

Coast Guard Physical Readiness Program

U.S. Coast Guard

Effective 2026-07-01Last verified 2026-07-13

The updated Coast Guard Physical Readiness Program is fully operational as of July 1, 2026. Some detailed materials may require CAC access.

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Independent educational platform

ISHOT Military Academy is an independent educational preparation platform. Fitness standards can change and may vary by age, sex category used in official scoring, occupational specialty, component (Active / Reserve / National Guard), medical status, command policy, altitude, and authorized event option. Always confirm your official requirements with your recruiter, command, or the applicable military branch.