Fitness Standards Overview
View the essential physical fitness requirements to join the Albany Police Department today.
Prepare
Approximately 50% of all applicants that pass the written exam fail the physical by missing a few push ups, sit-ups or a short amount of time on the run. Review the standards for your age group to ensure you are ready to pass the exam.
Fitness
Requirements Overview
Essential fitness tests for aspiring police officers
Standards
Sit-ups
38
In one Minute
Strength and endurance are key.
Push-ups
29
Per session
Build upper body strength.
1.5-mile run
12:38
For time
Cardiovascular fitness is crucial.
Male Standards
20-29
38
29
12:38
30-39
35
24
12:58
40-49
29
18
13:50
Female Standards
20-29
32
15
14:50
30-39
25
11
15:43
40-49
20
9
16:31
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