Fitness Test

  

This is a measure of the flexibility of the lower back and upper leg area.  It is an important area for performing police tasks involving range of motion and is important in minimizing lower back problems.  The score is the distance, in inches, reached on a yardstick.

 

This is a measure of the muscular endurance of the abdominal muscles.  It is an important area for performing police tasks that may involve the use of force.  It is also important for maintaining good posture and minimizing lower back problems.  The score is the number of correct sit-ups completed in one minute.

 

This is a maximum weight pushed from the bench press position, measuring the amount of upper body force that can be generated.  It is an important area for performing police tasks requiring upper body strength.  The test will be conducted on a Universal DVR-Chest Press.  The score is a ratio of weight pushed divided by body weight.

 

This is a timed run to measure the heart and vascular systems’ capability to transport oxygen. It is an important area for performing police tasks involving stamina and endurance and to minimize the risk of cardiovascular problems. The score is in minutes and seconds.