The 'Warrior' is now 'FIT' Published June 21, 2010 By Maj. Julie Novy 12th OWF SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- EDITOR's NOTE: There are many ways to stay fit, including running, basketball, and playing football. This article examines another way to work on fitness: The "Warrior Run" was originally designed to build esprit de corps while providing meaningful exercise for those who failed or were in danger of failing the fitness assessment (FA). The new fitness standards that roll into effect in July make it clear that unit commanders now need a more structured event to provide a measurable assessment of their members' progress/readiness while enrolled in the Fitness Improvement Program (FIP) or in preparation for their regular FA (every six months under the new AFI). Enter the new "Fitness Improvement Training" or FIT for short. In a nutshell, FIT is a regularly scheduled practice FA authorized under AFI 36- 2905. While the AFI allows for organized practice tests, it specifically prohibits any results from those tests from being entered into the Air Force Fitness Management System (AFFMS) nor may they be used as a basis for disciplinary action. It's there to help our members help themselves. The target audience for the new FIT program includes anyone who is currently in the FIP, or whose scores put them at risk of failing an upcoming FA. As a general rule, we suggest anyone with a composite score below 80 or who is struggling in one or more of the components should attend a FIT session prior to official testing. A key component of the new FIT will be the focus on proper technique and ways to specifically improve your component scores. It is scheduled to be conducted the Saturday of each UTA at 2:30 p.m. at the James Gym track (weather permitting).