(NewsNation) — The Coast Guard is mandating a fitness test for all members, and it has opened the test up for the American public.

All Coast Guard military members must take a physical fitness assessment by the end of the year.

The test involves push-ups, a plank hold, a 1.5-mile run, a 12-minute swim and a 2000-meter row.

Standards vary across genders and age groups. The highest benchmark across each category is as follows: • Push-Ups: 29 • Planks: 1 min 18 seconds • 1.5-mile run: 12 minutes 29 seconds • 12-minute swim: 500 meters • 2000-meter row: 9 minutes, 20 seconds

Planks have replaced sit-ups, and either the row, swim or run can be selected as the cardio element.

“Readiness starts with the physical and mental readiness of every Coast Guard man and woman,” Adm. Kevin L

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