WHAT IS THE PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST?
Applicants must successfully complete the required physical fitness assessment as part of the hiring process.
The assessment is designed to measure the strength, endurance, and conditioning needed for police academy training and the demands of a career in law enforcement.
Candidates must achieve the minimum required standard for their age group at the time of testing and maintain that standard throughout their time in the academy.
The assessment includes:
- Sit-ups (1 minute)
- 300-meter run
- Push-ups (1 minute)
- 1.5-mile run
Male Fitness Standards
| Event | 18–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sit-ups (1 minute) | 35 | 32 | 27 | 21 | 17 |
| 300-meter run | 62.1 sec | 63 sec | 77 sec | 87 sec | 87 sec |
| Push-ups (1 minute) | 26 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 8 |
| 1.5-mile run | 13:16 | 13:46 | 14:34 | 15:58 | 17:38 |
Female Fitness Standards
| Event | 18–29 | 30–39 | 40–49 | 50–59 | 60+ |
| Sit-ups (1 minute) | 30 | 22 | 17 | 12 | 4 |
| 300-meter run | 75 sec | 82 sec | 106.7 sec | 106.7 sec | 106.7 sec |
| Push-ups (1 minute) | 13 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| 1.5-mile run | 15:52 | 16:38 | 17:22 | 18:59 | 21:20 |
Prepare for Success
Applicants are encouraged to begin preparing early and maintain a consistent fitness routine before testing.
Building strength, improving endurance, and maintaining overall fitness will help candidates succeed during the hiring process and throughout police academy training. For more information CLICK HERE.