Navy Bike Standards 2023 (2024)

The Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT) bike event is a component of the United States Navy’s fitness examination, designed to assess aerobic capacity.

  • The Navy bike event is an alternative to the standard running or swimming cardio events.
  • The bike event has a total duration of 14 minutes, which includes 12 minutes of active biking time and a 2-minute cooldown period.
  • During the test, participants must keep their hands on the handlebars and may adjust the bike’s resistance settings.
  • The Navy calculates your score based on the calories you burn within the 12-minute window.
  • If a participant stops to rest, stands up, or stops the machine during the 12-minute active biking period, they receive an automatic score of 20.

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Basic Information

  • Frequency: The Navy administers the Navy PRT twice a year.
  • Minimum Score: A sailor requires an overall score of 50 for a periodic PRT to be ‘Satisfactory.’
  • Boot Camp: You need a higher score of 60 for boot camp graduation.
  • Events: The test usually comprises three events: push-ups, curl-ups, and running. The stationary bike event is an alternative to the running event.

Duration

  • Total time: 14 minutes
  • Active Biking Time: 12 minutes
  • Cooldown: 2 minutes (calories burned in this period are not counted).

Scoring

  • Method: The calories a sailor burns within the 12-minute timeframe determine the score.
  • Penalties: An automatic score of 20 is given if one stops to rest, stands up, or stops the machine.
  • Requirements: You must keep your hands on the handlebars throughout the test.
  • Adjustments: Sailors can alter resistance settings during the test.

Variables affecting the score

  • Age
  • Gender
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Model of the stationary bike used

Navy Bike Standards

The Navy PRT bike event standards are primarily based on the number of calories burned within the 12-minute test duration.

The exact number of calories required to achieve a particular grade can vary depending on multiple factors, such as:

  • Age
  • Gender
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Model of the stationary bike used

While no official calorie chart is publicly available, sailors can calculate their scores and grades using the official Navy PRT calculator app.

  • This app uses the individual’s height, weight, age, gender, and bike model to generate an accurate grade.

Note:The official PFA mobile application calculates PFA standards for the stationary bicycle modality based on the bike model and calorie burn.

Example Scoring Criteria (Life Fitness 95Ci Stationary Cycle)

For example, for test-takers above 40 years old who weigh 190 pounds and use the Life Fitness 95Ci Stationary Cycle:

  • Burning 85 calories is considered ‘Satisfactory.’
  • Burning 135 calories achieves a ‘Good High’ rating.
  • Burning 185 calories is graded as ‘Excellent High.’

Scoring Grades for Different Ages

The grading criteria may also change for different age groups.

  • For instance, a 21-year-old male burning 114 calories would receive a ‘Probationary’ grade, while a 35-year-old male burning the same number of calories would receive a ‘Good Low’ grade.

List of Approved Stationary Bikes for the Navy PFA (Physical Fitness Assessment)

When preparing for or participating in the Navy’s Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), being aware of the approved equipment is crucial.

  • Below is a list of stationary bikes officially approved for use during the Navy PFA.

Cybex Series

  • 625C
  • 750C
  • 770C

Life Fitness Series

  • 95C Inspire
  • 95Ci Classic Series (CLSC) Upright Bike
  • 95Ci XXL
  • ASPC / SL Console Upright Bike
  • INC / SL Console Upright Bike
  • INC / Integrity Series Upright Bike

Matrix

  • U5X

Note on Bike Models and Scoring

Different bike models may affect the scoring in the PRT bike event.

  • Using a bike model from the approved list ensures that you will accurately measure your performance according to the Navy’s standards.
  • It’s important to familiarize yourself with the particular bike model you’ll be using for the test, as each model may have different features or resistance settings.
  • By adhering to the list of approved stationary bikes, you can ensure that your PFA scores are valid and standardized across different test locations and events.

Navy PRT Stationary Bike Testing (Non-Life Fitness Inc./Integrity Series Upright Bike)

Time needed:12 minutes

Below are the instructions for successfully conducting the Navy PRT bike event on a non-Life Fitness, Inc. stationary bike.

  1. The CFL/ACFL will ensure the stationary bike machine data is cleared before programming for the Navy PRT bike test.
  2. The CFL or ACFL will instruct the sailor to sit on the stationary bike.
  3. The CFL/ACFL will program the following items in the order required by the specific stationary machine:

    – Manual program
    – The resistance level of the sailor’s choice
    – Set the test duration time to 14 minutes (although the actual test duration is 12 minutes; this accounts for machines that utilize automatic cool-down).

  4. The CFL or ACFL will allow the sailor to vary resistance or load as appropriate.
  5. At the 12-minute mark, the CFL/ACFL will read, announce, and record caloric output from the stationary bike console.

    The Navy PRT bike test is complete when exactly 12 minutes have been reached.

  6. The CFL or ACFL will allow the sailor to cool down as needed

    The additional calories burned during the cool-down period shall not be used for Navy PRT bike scoring

  7. A caloric output of “20” will be entered into PRIMS if any of the following occur during the bike test:

    a). The sailor stops to rest.
    b
    ). The sailor stops the machine.
    c
    ). The sailor stands up.
    d
    ). The sailor removes their hands from the handlebars (other than for a short time required for comfort, e.g., to adjust the resistance, wipe off sweat, etc.).

Navy PRT Stationary Bike Testing (Life Fitness Inc./Integrity Series Upright Bike)

Below are the instructions for successfully conducting the Navy PRT bike event on the Life Fitness, Inc. stationary bike:

  • The CFL/ACFL will ensure the stationary bike machine data is cleared before programming for the Navy PRT bike test.
  • The CFL or ACFL will instruct the sailor to sit on the stationary bike.
    • Navy Bike Standards 2023 (1)
  • The CFL/ACFL will program the following items in the order required by the specific stationary machine:
    • Using Item 4, select the first button on the left with this (–) symbol. This is your MANUAL workout key.
    • Select Item 7 for TIME, and use the up/down arrow to select the time. Enter 14 minutes (although the actual test duration is 12 minutes; this accounts for the automatic cool-down). Indicator (8) will illuminate for time.
    • Select Item 7 to increase or decrease the resistance LEVEL; use the up/down arrow to select the resistance level.
    • Select Item 7 to adjust the sailor’s WEIGHT; use the up/down arrow to select the weight for the sailor. Indicator (8) will illuminate for weight.
    • Select Item 2 GO to start the PRT test.
  • The CFL or ACFL will allow the sailor to vary resistance or load as appropriate.
  • At the 12-minute mark, the CFL/ACFL will read, announce, and record caloric output from the stationary bike console.
    • TheNavy PRT bike testis complete when exactly 12 minutes have been reached.
  • The CFL or ACFL will allow the sailor to cool down as needed
    • The additional calories burned during the cool-down period shall not be used for Navy PRT bike scoring
  • A caloric output of “20” will be entered into PRIMS if any of the following occur during the bike test:
    • The sailor stops to rest.
    • The sailor stops the machine.
    • The sailor stands up.
    • The sailor removes their hands from the handlebars (other than for a short time required for comfort, e.g., to adjust the resistance, wipe off sweat, etc.).

Related: Navy Prt Bike Calculator

Standards and Grades Based on Calories Burned

For 21-year-old sailors

GenderCalories BurnedGrade
Male114Probationary
Male118Satisfactory Medium
Male143Good Low
Female94Probationary
Female98Satisfactory Medium
Female113Good Low

For 35-year-old sailors

GenderCalories BurnedGrade
Male114Good Low
Male118Good Medium
Male143Good High
Female94Good Medium
Female98Good Medium
Female113Good High

Additional Resources

  • Calculator: An official Navy PRT calculator app calculates an accurate grade based on various parameters like height, weight, age, gender, and bike model.

Conclusion

The Navy PRT bike event is an alternative to the running component, with specific standards and scoring criteria based on various factors, including age and gender.

  • Adequate preparation and understanding of these standards are vital to performing well in this event.
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FAQs

How fast do you have to run 1.5 miles in the Navy? ›

How Fast Do You Have to Run 1.5 Miles in the Navy? The minimum run times for male cadets for the 1.5 mile run is 10:30. Females need to run a 1.5 mile time of at least 12:40.

What bike does the Navy use for PRT? ›

It will also require the Sailor to burn more calories to achieve a probationary or satisfactory score on their PRT. The only stationary bikes approved for use on the PRT are the Life Fitness 95CI and Classic Series.

What is a good Navy prt score? ›

Navy PRT standards scoring
PointsPerformance
60GoodLow
55SatisfactoryHigh
50Medium
45Probationary
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How to burn the most calories on a stationary bike in 12 minutes? ›

Instead of biking at the easiest level on a stationary bike, add resistance. Your goal should be between 70 to 80 revolutions each minute to achieve the best calorie and fat burning level. Set the level of the machine appropriately.

How fast do Navy SEALs run 1.5 miles? ›

Running Requirement

The final physical fitness test, a 1.5 mile run, takes place after a 10-minute rest. The recruit must complete the run in 10.5 minutes or less. Smith says the exercise must be completed wearing boots and pants. A competitive time is in the 9- to 10-minute range.

How long is the Navy SEAL 4 mile run? ›

This is what separates SEALs from all other US Special Operations Forces. By the end of Second Phase, candidates must complete timed 2-mile swim with fins in 80 minutes, the 4-mile run with boots in 31 minutes, a 3.5-mile and 5.5-mile swim.

Is probationary a fail Navy PRT? ›

(3) Probationary is the minimum achievable score, anything below probationary is a failure.

How many push-ups does Navy boot camp take? ›

Push-ups: You must complete at least 50 push-ups in two minutes. Sit-ups: You must complete at least 50 sit-ups in two minutes. Pull-ups: You must complete at least six pull-ups without touching the ground or letting go of the bar. 1.5-mile run: The maximum time allowed is 12 minutes.

Should I run the day before a PT test? ›

Knowing your pace will help you get rid of the anxiety prior to PFT. (See PFT Anxiety Article for other ideas). One day prior to the PFT should be a day off. Take a light walk, run or bike for 15-20 minutes with an equal amount of time spent of stretching.

Is 30 mins a day on a stationary bike enough? ›

Applying that standard, you could spend 30 minutes a day on an exercise bike for at least five days out of the week, and it would be enough to meet the CDC's minimum recommendations to stay active and healthy.

Is 20 minutes on a stationary bike enough? ›

So yes, according to both medical guidelines and research (which we'll get into below), 20 minutes of exercise per day is enough—as long as that exercise is at least moderate in intensity.

What cardio burns the most fat? ›

Running, for instance, has been shown to burn more calories than any other cardio activity (between 650 to 1,000 calories per hour depending on intensity levels and one's weight), followed by swimming and then cycling. "The more calories you burn, the more weight you will lose," explains Gontang.

How fast do Marines run 1.5 miles? ›

TIMED RUN. Male and female recruits run the same distances during the run portion of the IST but have different time requirements to complete it. Males must complete the 1.5-mile run in 13:30, while females have 15 minutes to cross the finish line.

How fast do you have to run to get into the Navy? ›

Navy Male & Female Physical Readiness Test (PRT) Charts
Performance LevelPoints1.5-mile run
Excellent7513:30
Good6015:30
Satisfactory Medium5016:15
Probationary4516:45
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mile in under 16:36 for a male, and 19:32 for a. female. 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️

How fast do you have to run 1.5 miles in the Air Force? ›

The member runs or walks, or performs a combination of running and walking, to complete the 1.5-mile distance as quickly as possible. To graduate from AFBMT, a recruit must meet the following standards: Males: 1.5 miles in 11 minutes and 57 seconds. Females: 1.5 miles in 14 minutes and 26 seconds.

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