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Army 2 Mile Run Time: AFT Standards, Scoring, Training

Army 2 Mile Run Time: AFT Standards, Scoring, Training

Army 2 Mile Run Time: AFT Standards, Scoring, TrainingCombat Fitness
Published on: 18/04/2026

Army 2 mile run time under the AFT — standards by age and gender, 60-to-100 point scoring, plus the training, pacing, and breathing to drop seconds off your run.

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Army Schools: Complete Guide to U.S. Army Training Paths

Army Schools: Complete Guide to U.S. Army Training Paths

Army Schools: Complete Guide to U.S. Army Training PathsCombat Fitness
Published on: 30/03/2026

From Basic Training and AIT to OCS and Ranger School, see how the U.S. Army's 150+ schools turn recruits into skilled specialists and leaders.

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18X Contract Length: How Long the Army Special Forces Pipeline Really Takes

18X Contract Length: How Long the Army Special Forces Pipeline Really Takes

18X Contract Length: How Long the Army Special Forces Pipeline Really TakesCombat Fitness
Published on: 30/03/2026

How long is an 18X contract? Most Green Beret candidates owe 4–5 years active duty. See the full pipeline timeline — OSUT, SFAS, and the Q Course — explained.

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USAFA CFA Minimum Scores (and Competitive Targets)

USAFA CFA Minimum Scores (and Competitive Targets)

USAFA CFA Minimum Scores (and Competitive Targets)Combat Fitness
Published on: 30/03/2026

See the full USAFA CFA minimum scores for all six events, plus the competitive targets — 60+ push-ups, a sub-6:00 mile - that win appointments.

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