Physical Aspect of Naval Academy

Seems like the PRT is more readily 'passable' in fall of Plebe year, then self-discipline becomes more important as the semesters go on. Passing the PRT on the first try becomes very important in Firstie year as sometimes failing it during that year can jeopardize graduation/commissioning, especially if there are other deficiencies in grades, conduct, etc. regardless of how minor they may be.
 
fishbowl said:
Seems like the PRT is more readily 'passable' in fall of Plebe year, then self-discipline becomes more important as the semesters go on. Passing the PRT on the first try becomes very important in Firstie year as sometimes failing it during that year can jeopardize graduation/commissioning, especially if there are other deficiencies in grades, conduct, etc. regardless of how minor they may be.
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3 PRT failures over three semesters will result in separation. In the past we've had to pass the spring PRT in order to go on Spring Break. The Dant's policy this year was 1/C had to pass the PRT in order to take spring break. In fact, 1/C can't graduate unless they've passed the PRT. Those who fail the PRT have to go to a months-worth of morning remedials (0550-0645) and can't get above a 60.1 when they actually do pass it.

The OP's assertion that "you'll be in better shape at USNA than before" is incorrect. PT isn't mandatory (except maybe for plebes), King Hall is unhealthy, and academics are life-consuming. All these factors contribute to PRT failures/ Cat 5s. In the end, it's all about just getting your butt out on the track or in the gym instead of sitting in your room.
 
I think grading scale is given via the link below:

http://www.usna.org/handbook/prtstandards.html

Min - 60% to pass (using a 90, 80, 70, 60 scale for A, B, C, D, F break points)

curl-ups in 2 minutes - 65 for men and women
push-ups in 2 minutes - 40 for men; 18 for women
1.5 mile run - 10:30 for men (7 minute/mile pace); 12:40 for women (8:13/mile pace)
 
what does that got to do with it.................men and women have been different since the beginning of time............geesh just a question
 
I'm going to be majoring in MechE most likely so I don't know how much academic workload to expect. But I will definitely be joining the boxing club and will try to workout as much as possible during spare time. Thanks for all the insight
 
StayingPositive said:
I'm going to be majoring in MechE most likely so I don't know how much academic workload to expect. But I will definitely be joining the boxing club and will try to workout as much as possible during spare time. Thanks for all the insight
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A lot.
 
From what I've heard, most engineering majors require a lot of work. But if you enjoy it, then it's worth the arduous schedule.


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