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half-pint said:Agreed. I think it is crazy that only those applying to the reserves have to do a fitness test during the application process. I had to do the step test (not a very physically challenging test, but better than nothing) when I first applied to the CF as a reservist and then again when I transferred into RegF.
Lostly,
During the first week at basic, you will be required to meet a 'threshold fitness standard'. For example, men have to do 4 push ups and women have to do 2. My husband, who just finished basic last summer, told me about this test and I did not believe him. First of all, there were quite a few people from his platoon who were booted because they couldn't pass the minimum and I thought there is no way a person who joins the CF is unable to do at least 4 push ups, but I was wrong. This website proves my husband didn't lie to me : http://www.cflrs.forces.gc.ca/menu/ps/rec/ec-pf/index-eng.asp.
Hope that helps Lostly.
Dear Half-pint,
I truly want to thank you for all the advise and information you are giving me. I really appreciate it. I have been practicing doing pushups and since loosing alot of weight it seems to help. With you permission, may I ask what element and trade you are in? Your insight has helped me have a better understanding of what I should expect. I received a call from NB and they want to send my file out to the rc in my area. The news sounds exciting and wonder what I should expect in the next few weeks or months to come. Any words of wisdom?
Deepest thanks,
Lostly