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Scoring Guide
How to Score 540+ on the ACFT: The Distinguished Performer Playbook
Hitting Distinguished (540+ points) isn't luck — it's a system. We break down exactly what scores you need per event, age group, and gender, with an 8-week peaking plan to get you there.
May 14, 2025
12 min
Recent Articles
Training
3-Rep Max Deadlift: Fix These 5 Form Errors Killing Your MDL Score
Small technique cues that add 20–40 lbs to your max lift without extra training volume.
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Army News
2025 ACFT Standards Update: What Changed and What Didn't
A side-by-side comparison of 2024 vs 2025 minimum passing scores across all MOS categories.
Read →4 min
Scoring
Plank Score Secrets: Why 3:20 Is the New Sweet Spot
The plank is the easiest 100-point event on the ACFT — if you train it correctly. Here's the smart approach.
Read →5 min
Nutrition
ACFT Game-Day Nutrition: What to Eat the Night Before and Morning Of
Carb timing, hydration targets, and foods that destroy your performance. A field-ready guide.
Read →7 min
Training
2-Mile Run Pace Strategy: Negative Splits Win Every Time
Most soldiers go out too fast and crash. The data on why negative splits produce faster finish times.
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Gear
Best Shoes for the ACFT: Tested Across All 6 Events
We tested 11 shoes across the SDC, 2MR, and deadlift. Here's what actually matters.
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More Articles
Event Guide
Sprint-Drag-Carry: The Most Trainable ACFT Event
Apr 1, 2025 · 6 min
Scoring
ACFT Age Categories Explained: Why Your Score Changes
Mar 25, 2025 · 5 min
Training
Hand-Release Push-Up Programming: 6 Weeks to 100 Pts
Mar 18, 2025 · 10 min
Army News
ACFT vs APFT: Complete History of Army Fitness Testing
Mar 11, 2025 · 12 min
Event Guide
Standing Power Throw: Technique That Adds Meters Fast
Mar 4, 2025 · 5 min
Nutrition
Protein Targets for ACFT Performance: How Much Is Enough?
Feb 25, 2025 · 6 min