Maybe we should use doctors to identify health risks. Roll the body comp into the pha and use medical solutions for medical problems. If you absolutely must use nonmedical fitness testers for a ‘health’ assessment, mitigate with an inbody scanner for visceral fat level, not a meaningless tape measure.
If I we’re king for a day, I’d make it simple, functional, and occupationally relevant. 4 part test, no gender bias. No universal. ‘passing score.’ Minimums are based on AFSC with potential different standards for accession and for retention. Retention decisions are completely commander’s business.
1. Squat - 75% body weight - max reps in 5 minutes - 25 reps max - 1 point per rep
2. Overhead press - 33% body weight - max reps in 5 minutes - 25 reps max - 1 point per rep
3. Deadlift - body weight - max reps in 5 minutes - 25 reps max - 1 point per rep
4. 20m shuttle run - max 20m lengths in 5 minutes - 25 reps max - 1 point per length