ATP 7-22.01 — Holistic Health And Fitness Testing

ATP 7-22.01 governs Army physical testing doctrine, including the administration, grading, scoring, and standards for OPAT, AFT, and CWST.

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  • Publication number: ATP 7-22.01
  • Title: HOLISTIC HEALTH AND FITNESS TESTING
  • Date: 03/12/2026
  • Proponent: T2COM
  • Status: ACTIVE

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ATP 7-22.01 covers OPAT, AFT, modified AFT, Combat Water Survival Test, preparation and recovery drills, and Army Water Survival Training. It specifies test events, equipment, scoring, protocols, standards, and alternate aerobic endurance events.

Applies to: ATP 7-22.01 establishes the Armys doctrine for the physical testing of Soldiers.

Topics covered

  • Occupational Physical Assessment Test
  • Army Fitness Test
  • Combat Water Survival Test
  • Preparation Drills
  • Recovery Drills
  • Army Water Survival Training
  • Alternate aerobic endurance tests
  • AFT testing equipment

Questions and answers

How long do recruits have to complete all four OPAT events?

Soldiers must complete all four events within one hour. (paragraph 1-3)

What events are included in the OPAT?

Recruits take four OPAT test events: Standing Long Jump, Seated Power Throw, Strength Deadlift, and the Interval Aerobic Run.

How many OPAT retests are allowed?

Individuals are granted unlimited re-tests after an appropriate training interval. (paragraph 1-2)

How is the Standing Long Jump measured?

The jump is measured and recorded to the nearest centimeter (see figure 1-5). (paragraph 1-27)

What causes the plank event to end?

The PLK event is terminated if the Soldier touches the ground with any part of the body other than the feet, forearms, or fists or palms; raises a foot or hand off the floor; or fails to maintain a straightline position from head to heels. (paragraph 2-73)

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