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o a physical fitness role model; consistently scored above XXX on his/her APFT

o supervised and executed PRT at Platoon and Battery level; directly responsible for physically conditioning over 800 Soldiers above the minimum BPFT standard

o one of 12 to complete arduous 13K Mountain Run on FOB Thunder

o dedicated to fitness; motivates others to exceed standards

o great physical and mental endurance

o impressive military appearance and bearing

o bearing and appearance are exemplary

o won PT award for highest PT score in ANCOC

o well-disciplined soldier; displayed the utmost in bearing and appearance

o developed a demanding PT program for his platoon

o physically fit soldier with strong stamina

o mentally tough; able to manage numerous tasks at one time

o maintained a positive attitude and deep pride in mission accomplishment

o designed platoon PT program; now used as company standard

o selected as USAEUR athlete of the year

o mentally quick and resourceful

o physically tough and mentally strong

o dignified in presence and appearance

o successfully completed the Army Air Assault School

o established Brigade Physical fitness Program; improved unit strength and readiness

o consistently displayed a positive attitude and high level of confidence

o physically challenged his subordinates to exceed standards

o positive mental outlook and attitude

o possesses unparalleled bearing and presence

o outstanding role model for noncommissioned officers

o appearance always immaculate; exceptional role model for soldiers

o never backs down from a challenge

o excellent role model in bearing and appearance

o excellent mental and physical attributes

o exceeds all standards of physical fitness

o responsible for subordinates fitness, led squad to a 280 APFT average

o confident, sharp looking NCO

o trained platoon to exceed Brigade standards of fitness

o consistently demonstrated sound physical and mental toughness

o underwent tattoo removal procedures to present a more professional appearance

Needs Improvement

o personal issues are interfering with military bearing

o failed to meet body fat standards IAW AR 600-9; measured at 27% body fat and maintained 2-3 pound weight loss per month while on the weight control program

o SFC Hero's participation in unit physical training waned during this rating period

o made satisfactory progress in run time but still approaching minimum standards in...

o presents sharp military appearance but needs to realize importance of subtlety

o counseled twice for disrespect toward an NCO; focus on relationship skills

o refused suggestions to attend counseling until problems escalated to the point of making him unfit for duty

o failed to meet APFT standards for the two mile run and sit-ups with a total score of 124

o soldier failed to meet height and weight requirements or make any progress

DA PAM 623-3 Para 3-7

Action Required: The rater will enter one of the following APFT entries: “PASS” or “FAIL” and the date (YYYYMMDD) of the APFT results. APFT refers to both the PT test for NCOs without profiles consisting of pushups, sit-ups, and the two-mile run; and the alternate PT test as prescribed by health care personnel for NCOs with permanent profiles who have been cleared to take the alternate PT test.

If no APFT is taken due to profile, the entry will be: PROFILE and the year and month the profile was awarded within a 12 month period. These entries will reflect the NCO’s status on the date of the most recent record APFT administered by the unit within the 12-month period prior to the last rated day of supervision. Active Army NCOs take the record APFT twice per year, thus the 12 month period is the exception (that, deployed Soldiers unable to test twice per year).

Sample entries are PASS 20050105, FAIL 20050105, or PROFILE 20050105

NCOs who have a permanent profile and are cleared to take the alternate PT test, do not need the statement “profile does, or does not hinder duty performance.” The APFT is considered valid as long as it consists of one of the aerobic events (run, walk, bike, swim).

“Received APFT badge” may be entered as a bullet comment to justify “excellence.” The APFT badge is awarded for scores of 270 and above with at least 90 in each of the three events. Numerical scores will be used to justify “needs improvement“ ratings that are based solely on the APFT. It is optional to enter the APFT score for success ratings.

— Rater specific bullet examples are mandatory in Part IVc for the following:

• The rater will explain an APFT entry of FAIL or PROFILE.
  Comments on FAIL entries will address reasons for failure and note any progress toward meeting physical fitness standards (see AR 350–1).
  Comments on PROFILE (both permanent and temporary) will describe the rated NCO’s ability to perform assigned duties.
  Note, however, that if a NCO has appeared before a MOS Medical Retention Board (MMRB) and been determined fit for duty and deployable, rating officials may not state that the profile hinders duty performance.
• If the APFT has not been taken within twelve months of the THRU date of the report, and Soldier is not on any profile, the APFT data entry will be left blank. The rater will explain the absence of an APFT entry in Part IVc.
• An APFT entry is not required for Soldiers 60 years of age or older and pregnant NCOs who are exempt from the APFT in accordance with AR 40–501.
  Pregnant NCOs who have not taken the APFT within the last 12 months due to pregnancy, convalescent leave, and temporary profile, the rater will enter the following statement in part IVc: Exempt from APFT requirement in accordance with AR 40–501.
  NOTE: When using the electronic version, the APFT and HT/WT statement will be combined.
• As directed by the HQDA proponent for Army Physical Fitness Program (APFT), Deputy Chief of Staff G–3, deployed units unable to administer the APFT due to mission or conditions will annotate NCOERs with the following statement: “Soldier unable to take the APFT during this period due to deployment for combat operations/contingency operations”.
  NOTE: This does not exclude weight requirements.
• Personnel who meet Army minimum standards for APFT, but fail to meet unit standards, will not be given a rating of “needs improvement“ for physical fitness and military bearing if such rating is based solely on the failure to meet unit standards.

Reference: AR 350–1; AR 40–501; AR 600–9

Ref DA PAM 623-3 Para 3-7, "Comments on PROFILE (both permanent and temporary) will describe the rated NCO's ability to perform assigned duties."

o SSG Smith is exempt from APFT standards due to profile but is able to perform all assigned duties and is medically deployable

o made phenomenal progress in aerobic conditioning despite waiver for other two components; guaranteed success next test

o passed two out of three tests, on profile for third, is able to perform all assigned duties

o Soldier is on profile and unable to participate in APFT but is able to perform all assigned duties

o unable to participate in training or APFT due to medical condition, profile prevents Soldier from executing his duties as Infantryman and is not deployable

o exempt from weight control standards of AR 600–9; able to perform regular duties as Administrative NCOIC

Ref DA PAM 623-3 Para 3-7, "Comments on FAIL entries will address reasons for failure and note any progress toward meeting physical fitness standards."

o scored XXX overall, failed to participate in scheduled unit physical training sessions due to TDY; making phenomenal progress toward fitness goals

o passed two of three categories, regularly trains and significant progress has already been made on weak area since last test

o failed APFT due to exercise profile last quarter but is making progress and has surpassed scheduled fitness goals; on track to excel during next APFT test

o reduced run time by 25%; guaranteed success on next APFT run

o failed one of three events due to inability to participate in unit training due to medical condition; progress indicates Soldier is certain to pass next test

o failed aerobics test due to lack of preparation; enthusiastic daily participation in fitness program promises success next APFT