Prepare For
Physical Training.

Use these exercise references to become familiar with technique. Review Program Fitness Requirements ↗ separately and follow your instructors’ direction.

A group of XMC Challengers beginning a run together during physical training — Challengers begin a physical-training run together.

Exercise technique references support preparation. The XMC Fitness Standards ↗ page explains the program test.

The videos on this page will help you prepare for Cadet Basic Training by learning the basics of physical readiness training.

These linked training resources support preparation. They do not imply U.S. Army sponsorship of XMC. Follow current program guidance and instructor direction.

WATCH & LEARN

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Use this video to become familiar with the subject. Your course instructions and Cadre identify required preparation and teach the XMC standard.

Basic Training Physical Training

National Guard · 4:18

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An XMC participant smiles during a low-crawl exercise. — Effort, resilience and determination.

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Basic Training Physical Training

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