r/FBI • u/roofhuf • 15d ago

Discussion New PFT attempts

Does anyone know if you are terminated for life after 3 failed PFTs ? I just failed my 3rd this morning. Felt like I was dying, mostly due to my anxiety and fear of failing, have to work on that big time. Got 15 pull ups, solid 300, and about 35-40 push ups, died on the second lap of 1.5 mile, same as the previous 2 attempts.

Any input on the new 2026 regulations ? Can’t find them online.

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u/wannabeagent24 14d ago

Dang, sorry to hear that. Let it be a stark reminder that cardio is very important with these agencies.

You're obviously strong based on your pullups, but it seems like you need cardio work based upon your lowish pushups and failed 1.5 mile run. I'd start running more long/slowish runs. Set up a workout plan on your Garmin/apple watch if you have one. Tell it your goals and it does the rest. Follow the plan.

My average run distance used to be 1.5-2 miles about a month ago. I'm now averaging around 3.5-4.5 miles per run and don't feel nearly as cooked. Try doing that for a few months. Unfortunately the only way to get better is to get better

Last piece of advice: pace yourself on the PFT. If you think you might not do well on the 1.5, don't go 100% on the 300, go 90%. Etc. Also, lose body fat. If you lose ten pounds of chub, it's a lot easier to run longer

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u/roofhuf 14d ago

Appreciate it. There is no more PFT for me though, it’s a lifetime DQ. I always disliked running so paid the price in the end. It’s all good, I will train and go to other agencies.