Clovis Police Department | Clovis, New Mexico 88101

The PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST consists of five (5) basic fitness assessments. Each test has been scientifically validated. The tests will be given in the following sequence, with a rest period between each test.

1. ONE (1) MINUTE SIT UP TEST: This is a measure of the muscular endurance of the abdominal muscles. It is an important area for performing police tasks that may involve the use of force and is an important area for maintaining good posture and minimizing lower back problems. The score is in the number of bent leg sit-ups performed in one (1) minute.

2. ONE (1) MINUTE PUSH-UP TEST: This is a measure of the fitness (strength and endurance) level of the muscle groups involved in the chest, upper arms and shoulder girdle. It is an important area for performing police tasks requiring upper body strength. The score is in the number of push-ups performed in one (1) minute.

3. ONE AND A HALF (1.5) MILE RUN: This is a timed run to measure the heart and vascular system capability to transport oxygen. It is an important area for performing police tasks involving stamina and endurance and to minimize the risk of cardiovascular problems. The score is in minutes and seconds

4. The 300 Meter run: is a timed measure for the strength of the legs

5. SIT AND REACH: This is a test that measures your body's flexibility.

* The actual performance requirement for each test is based upon norms for a national population sample.
* The applicant must pass every test during a single session.
* The required performance to pass each test is based upon sex and age (decade). While the absolute performance is different in each category, the relative level of effort is identical for each age and sex group. All recruits are being required to meet the same percentile rank in terms of their respective age/sex group. The performance requirement is that level of physical performance that approximate the 40th percentile for each age and sex group.