PRT Score Calculator
The Physical Readiness Test (PRT) is a crucial fitness assessment used by many military branches and organizations to ensure service members meet physical readiness standards. The PRT evaluates cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and core stability through events such as running, biking, swimming, rowing, push-ups, sit-ups or planks.
Calculating your PRT score manually can be time-consuming and prone to error. Our PRT Score Calculator makes it easy to get an accurate assessment of your fitness level based on your age, gender, and performance in various test events. This helps you track progress, prepare for official tests, and set realistic fitness goals.
How to Use the PRT Score Calculator
Follow these simple steps to calculate your PRT score:
Step 1: Select Gender
Choose your gender — male or female. The scoring standards vary by gender.
Step 2: Enter Age
Input your age between 17 and 65 years. Age impacts scoring brackets.
Step 3: Choose Cardio Event
Select your cardio test event from options including:
- 1.5 Mile Run
- 12-minute Bike
- 450-meter Swim
- 5000-meter Row
Step 4: Input Cardio Time
For running, enter minutes and seconds of your completion time. For other cardio types, times can be standardized or entered as applicable.
Step 5: Enter Push-ups Count
Input the total number of push-ups completed in 2 minutes.
Step 6: Enter Sit-ups or Plank Time
Input sit-ups completed in 2 minutes or plank time (optional) in minutes and seconds.
Step 7: Calculate
Click Calculate to see your scores broken down by event, total score (out of 300), your fitness classification, and whether you pass or fail the PRT.
Example Use Case
Suppose you are a 28-year-old male who completed the 1.5-mile run in 9 minutes and 30 seconds, did 80 push-ups, and 90 sit-ups. After entering your data:
- Cardio Score: 85 points
- Push-ups Score: 85 points
- Sit-ups Score: 75 points
- Total Score: 245/300
- Classification: Excellent
- Status: PASS
This means you have a solid fitness level, exceeding the minimum requirements and classified as Excellent.
Why Use This Calculator?
- Save Time: Quickly calculate scores without looking up charts.
- Accurate Results: Scoring is based on official military standards by age and gender.
- Track Progress: Regularly test yourself and monitor improvements.
- Multiple Cardio Options: Supports different cardio tests to match your specific PRT.
- Fitness Insights: Classification helps you understand your fitness level beyond pass/fail.
FAQs
- What is the PRT?
The Physical Readiness Test assesses fitness through cardio, push-ups, and core exercises to ensure military readiness. - Why does age affect my score?
Fitness standards are adjusted by age to fairly assess different age groups. - Can I use this for any branch of the military?
This calculator aligns with common standards but always check your branch’s specific requirements. - How is the plank scored?
Plank times are converted into points, substituting for sit-ups if used. - What is a passing score?
A total score of 150 or above is considered passing. - Can I test multiple cardio events?
You can choose the cardio event relevant to your PRT but only one at a time per calculation. - Are the push-up and sit-up counts timed?
Yes, both are typically performed in 2-minute intervals. - What does classification mean?
Classifications like Outstanding, Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, and Probationary indicate fitness levels. - Can this calculator help me improve?
Knowing your scores helps target areas needing improvement for future tests. - Is plank optional?
Yes, plank is optional and can be used instead of sit-ups.