Alabama Physical Fitness Assessment
As part of a comprehensive, quality physical education program, every student enrolled in
physical education in Grades 2-12 will participate in the new Alabama Physical Fitness
Assessment (APFA). This assessment focuses on health-related fitness, which is linked to
fitness components that may lower student health risks such as high blood pressure, diabetes,
and lower back pain.
The Physically Educated Person
The physically educated person is one who is knowledgeable of the importance
of regular participation in various physical activities that promote good health
habits and the maintenance of a healthy level of fitness. To pursue a lifetime of
healthful physical activity, a physically educated person:
Possesses skills necessary to engage in a variety of physical activities,
Demonstrates physical fitness,
Participates regularly in physical activity,
Recognizes implications and benefits of participation in physical
activities, and
Considers physical activity an important component of a healthful lifestyle.
Testing
Will occur for Grades 2-12 students at the following times:
Pretesting will occur October 1 to November 1.
Post testing will occur March 1 to May 1 with results turned in to the State
Department of Education by June 1.
Testing for students on block scheduling will occur during the semester in which
the student is enrolled in a physical education class. Results for fall and spring
Alabama Physical Fitness Assessment
Components and Test Items
Aerobic Cardiovascular Endurance
• One-Mile Run or Walk or PACER
Muscular Strength/Endurance
• 90-Degree Push-Up
Abdominal Strength/Endurance
• Partial Curl-Up
Flexibility
• Back-Saver Sit-and-Reach or V Sit-and-Reach
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