Here’s the U.S. Space Force’s plan to ditch annual fitness testing

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The Space Force has contracted with health tech company FitRankings to link data from any wearable into a network where troops can compete and hold each other accountable.

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Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force Roger Towberman told reporters on March 4 the system will behave like a stoplight: green means a guardian is healthy; yellow means there’s room for improvement, and red signals cause for concern.

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Because space operations entail more desk work — like sitting at a satellite control console or monitoring missile launch data on a computer — than other military missions, Space Force officials want to prioritize general wellness instead of judging members on specific strength and endurance exercises.

Here’s the Space Force’s plan to ditch annual fitness testing

“We are 100% committed to having the most physically fit and mentally capable human beings that we can get," Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force Roger Towberman said.

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