 Hey Marines, Lance Corporal Melissa Bonjock here. I know you just finished some of your favorite meals from the holidays, but you've got to start training for the PFT in 2020. Planks will now be integrated into the PFT standard. All Marines who choose to do the plank will be graded the same regardless of gender or age according to the Mar-Admin 330-19. To perform the perfect plank, you must remain with your back, legs and head straight while keeping your arms at 90 degrees and your legs shoulder-width apart. Planks cannot sag or raise your body or arms or legs. In order to get a perfect score, Marines must hold the plank for 4 minutes and 20 seconds while the minimum passing score is 1 minute and 3 seconds. Although this is an alternative, Marines should still practice to get a perfect score. Get Plank in Marines and that's your Marine Minute.