Just in case you wanted to remember the insecurity that you felt in grade school gym class, the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports has just re-issued the Presidential Physical Fitness Test for Adults.
The test measures your aerobic capacity, flexibility, muscular strength (sit-ups & push-ups), and body composition. Unfortunately, you won't get a certificate signed by Dubyuh, but you can see where you rank in relation to others across the nation.
Step 1: Print the data collection form
Step 2: Enter the data online for your results
Here's what I got:
| Fitness Component | Test Event | Your Results | Your Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerobic Fitness* | 1.5-Mile Run | 13:30 | 75%ile |
| Muscular Strength | Half Sit-Ups | 85 | 100%ile |
| Push-Ups | 45 | 95%ile | |
| Flexibility | Sit-and-Reach | 17 | 55%ile |
| Overall Score (based on percentile average) | 81%ile | ||
| Body Composition | BMI: | 22.3 | Normal |
| Waist Circumference | 28 |
So, yes – flexibility is something that I always try to work on. See how you do. Good Luck!