In this episode, I will address why I believe the sit-ups portion of the Air Force Testing Requirement should be removed and be supplemented with a safer and more effective core exercise. I will be sharing studies and data collected that demonstrate how performing traditional sit-ups causes repetitive lumbar flexion, unnecessary mechanical loading to the spine and has the ability to accelerate back pain, and low back injuries. By removing this exercise from the Air Force Training doctrine it can help combat one of the leading injuries in the military, and improve the quality of life of our servicemembers.