Since the new ACFT regulation does not have an alternate event for push ups, would having a no push up profile be grounds for an MEB?

SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 16:39:40 -0400

I'm currently on a permanent no push up profile along with a weight restriction of 40lb. Also with that It’s mentioned that I can’t grip nor climb. After looking over the new ACFT regulation I'm not seeing anything pertaining to alternate events for no push ups, and it’s looking as if I can’t do about half of the exercises. That being said would this be grounds for initiation of a MEB?

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2020 4:50 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 16:50:28 -0400

Probably. Your situation is where you will have to get medical guidance from your PCP.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 17 at 2020 9:29 PM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 21:29:20 -0400

As it stands now, to be "Deployable" you must be able to complete the deadlift, sprint-drag-carry and aerobic event within the constraints of a permanent profile.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Apr 17 at 2020 10:28 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 22:28:15 -0400

Weight restriction of 40 lbs. seems problematic.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 18 at 2020 1:05 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 18 Apr 2020 01:05:42 -0400

There are no alternate events. You must complete the sprint drag carry, standing power throw, leg tuck and an alternate aerobic event per the IOC and FRAGO 8

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Apr 19 at 2020 3:18 PM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 15:18:42 -0400

Pushups are not among the "mandatory" ACFT events.