Pull-ups and the Female PFT
Pull-ups In, Flexed Arm Hang Out
Finally the long-discussed changes to the female PFT were announced by the Commandant in a message to all Marines last November.
Effective 1 January 2014, pull-ups will replace the Flexed Arm Hang (FAH). This change will take place in two phases with phase one beginning 1 January 2013. Phase one will serve as a transition period and is intended to allow commanders and individual female marines to adjust individual and unit training routines to prepare for implementation of the new requirements.
Pull-up Scoring For Female Marines:
Eight (8) Pull-ups Equal 100 Points
Seven (7) Pull-ups Equal 95 Points
Six (6) Pull-ups Equal 85 Points
Five (5) Pull-ups Equal 75 Points
Four (4) Pull-ups Equal 65 Points
Three (3) Pull-ups Equal 40 Points
Minimum Passing PFT Score for Female Pullups
To Pass The Pull-up Portion Of This Event, Females Will Be Required To Execute At Least Three (3) Pull-ups.
Recommended Training Program
Check out the great training program on Armstrong Pullup Program.com, the Armstrong Pullup Program for Women.
Reference:
ALMAR 046/12
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