FROM THE FIELD
From the Field
Training briefs, field notes, and drops from the Class 5 Performance community. Built for lift, run, ruck, and trail.
Air Force PT Test 2026: What Changes July 1st (And How to Prep Now)
If you're an Airman reading this in late February 2026, you've got exactly four months before the Air Force flips the switch. July 1st...
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First Responder Gear: Beyond the Uniform with C5P
When you're hauling 75 pounds of gear up five flights of stairs at 0200, your shirt isn't just a shirt. When you're running drills...
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Why Veteran-Owned Hits Different: The Truth About Class 5 Performance
You've seen the labels. "Veteran-owned." "Military-inspired." "Tactical this, tactical that." Most of it's marketing garbage. Here's the truth: slapping a flag on a t-shirt...
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CrossFit Shirts for Men: 7 Mistakes You're Making (And How to Fix Them)
Look, I get it. You survived boot camp, deployment, and probably a dozen PT tests that made you question your life choices. But somehow,...
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PT Test Prep Guide: 6 Weeks to Show Up Ready (No Overthinking)
Look, you've got six weeks until test day. That's plenty of time if you don't waste it chasing miracle programs or overthinking every workout....
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The 2026 Air Force PT Test Guide: How to Prep for New Standards (Reps, Miles, and Real Training)
The Air Force is rolling out a completely revamped Physical Fitness Assessment in 2026, and if you're still training like it's 2020, you're going...
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The Story Behind Class 5 Performance | A Tribute to AMMO History
All three founders of Class 5 Performance were deeply immersed in the world of military munitions. We met while serving in the United States...
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Triumph in the Crucible: Conquering the Air Force PT Test
Months of relentless preparation and steadfast determination have culminated in a triumphant victory at the Air Force PT test. In this follow-up post, I'm...
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A Journey of Endurance | Preparing for the Air Force PT Test
The stress levels and anxiety surrounding these tests have surged. A week before testing, I find myself grappling with overwhelming stress.
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