The Army "Over 40 Club"

SSG Thomas Brousseau — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:04:23 -0400

Should the US Army bring back the "Over 40 Club?" The Over 40 Club was an un-official policy that allowed Soldiers over 40 years of age to run at their own pace and distance , as long as they could pass the APFT in order to cut down the number of fatal heart attacks that occurred during the morning PT run.

Response by SSG Thomas Brousseau made Apr 16 at 2015 1:05 PM

SSG Thomas Brousseau — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:05:43 -0400

My guess is that if you are over 40 your answer will be YES. LOL

Response by 1LT Nick Kidwell made Apr 16 at 2015 1:06 PM

1LT Nick Kidwell — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:06:33 -0400

I'm almost 44, been out of the Army for 8 years, am out of shape and STILL can run 2 miles to standard.

Perhaps there should instead be an increase in preventative health measures rather than allowing old farts like me to slack on morning PT?

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 16 at 2015 1:08 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:08:38 -0400

I would be ok with it as long as the Soldier could "choose" to participate with the organizational PT if he/she were interested and capable.

Response by MAJ Jim Steven made Apr 16 at 2015 1:24 PM

MAJ Jim Steven — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 13:24:36 -0400

I turn 40 tomorrow, on Friday.
I say, sure, bring it on back. At 40, and at 17 years in, I am not really trying to impress anyone with my PT score.
Also, at 40, I have more important numbers such at Blood Pressure, cholesterol, weight and and a slowing metabolism...oh, and my Roth IRA....its becoming important as well!!