How to get pass IPPT in the Singapore Armed Forces

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All NSF and NSmen have to pass their individual physical proficiency tests that comprises of 5 stations:

1. Chin-up
2. Sit-up
3. Standing broad jump
4. Shuttle-run
5. 2.4km run

In order to pass your IPPT, you can follow the tips given here, here and here.

Or you can do these three things:

A) Option 1
Eat a balanced diet, exercise regularly 3-4x a week for at least 30 minutes each time preferably with aerobic activity e.g. jogging, cycling, swimming. Do chin-ups, sit-ups, broad jumps and shuttle runs on your own. Train for 1-2 months prior to your test date. Avoid alcohol and sleep more than 7 hours the night (or nights) before IPPT and hydrate yourself well. Do proper warm-ups before the test and keep focused. Try the IPPT test at the gyms if you prefer to run in air-conditioned comfort.

B) Option 2
Get yourself medically excused and don't waste time on this IPPT sh**.

C) Option 3
Emigrate.