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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth rails against 'fat generals' and calls for physical fitness standards
NBC Newsยท2025-09-30 13:19

Physical Fitness Standards - Requires all members of the joint force, regardless of rank, to meet height and weight standards [2] - Mandates a PT test twice a year for every member of the joint force [2] - Requires every warrior across the joint force to do PT every duty day [3] Leadership Expectations - Expects all leaders, from the Joint Chiefs to the youngest private, to set the standard for physical fitness [3] - Highlights the unacceptability of "fat troops," generals, and admirals, emphasizing it's a "bad look" [1] Implementation & Scope - Applies to every member of the joint force, including active, guard, and reserve components [3] - Clarifies that the required PT is "real hard PT," not just "hot yoga and stretching" [3]