This handbook consists of three sections and five appendices:

Section I, ACFT Events, discusses the six testing events. It includes information on muscular strength and endurance needed to correctly perform each event and prevent injuries. It also includes grading tips for ACFT graders for each lane.

Section II, ACFT Administrative Guidance and Testing Procedures, discusses the testing OIC/NCOIC responsibilities. It also discusses the authorized uniform for the ACFT and the order in which the ACFT will be administered.

Section III, ACFT Training Guide, provides exercises that will help Soldiers successfully prepare to take the ACFT. These specific exercises will help develop strength, endurance, and mobility using common strength training methods and Army doctrine.