What is the primary role of a CFT monitor?

The primary role of a CFT (Combat Fitness Test) monitor is to ensure that participants are using proper technique and to accurately call out repetitions during the assessment. This responsibility is crucial because correct form not only influences the performance outcomes but also helps to prevent injuries. The monitor’s attention to detail ensures that the fitness test accurately reflects the participants' abilities and fitness levels, maintaining the integrity of the evaluation process.

While tracking performance metrics could be part of a broader role, it is secondary to the immediate obligation of the monitor to enforce technique during the test. Providing nutrition guidance is outside the scope of what is expected during a fitness test, as that pertains more to general health and well-being rather than the specific evaluation of physical fitness. Similarly, conducting morale-building activities is important in a unit's overall fitness culture but does not directly relate to the CFT itself. Thus, the focus and responsibility of a CFT monitor center on technique and ensuring the test is administered correctly.