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U.S. Marines with Headquarters & Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, conduct the Combat Fitness Test at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Dec. 2, 2024. The CFT is designed to simulate the demands of combat and evaluates both strength and endurance. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Andrew Herwig)

U.S. Marine Corps recruits from Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, participated in the Combat Fitness Test (CFT) at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California. The CFT consists of multiple components, including an obstacle course, ammo can lifts, and a rigorous 880-yard run, designed to assess the recruits' physical fitness and mental resilience. This test not only evaluates their strength and endurance but also fosters teamwork and camaraderie as they work together to overcome each challenge. By completing the CFT, recruits gain valuable experience that prepares them for the demands of their future roles in the Marine Corps. (Filmed by Brandon Williams for the Department of Defense)

U.S. Marines and officer candidates with Recruiting Station Houston, 8th Marine Corps District, hold a practice session with the University of St. Thomas baseball team in Houston, Texas, Sept. 5, 2024. The Marines and officer candidates held a circuit of exercise stations to challenge the baseball players' endurance. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Ryan H. Pulliam)

U.S. Marines with Recruiting Sub Station Boston, Recruiting Station Boston, held a practice for the Hudson High School boys football team at Hudson High School, Hudson, MA, Aug. 22, 2024. The Marines conducted a combat fitness test for the athletes, which tested their endurance and cardio. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Erin A. VandeHoef)

U.S. Marines with Recruiting Sub Station Deer Park, Recruiting Station Houston, held a practice for the Deer Park High School girl's basketball team at Deer Park Highschool - North Campus, Deer Park, Texas, Aug. 1, 2024. The Marines conducted a combat fitness test for the athletes that tested their endurance and cardio. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Ryan H. Pulliam)

Recruits with Golf Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, conduct the maneuver under fire as part of their Combat Fitness Test on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., July 16, 2024. The Combat Fitness Test is an annual Marine Corps physical training requirement that evaluates combat readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jordy Morales)