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Morning Run - The day starts at at 6 o'clock in the morning on the Morgan State University track and field. Physical training is an important factor in a burgeoning soldier's life. (Photo: BET)

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Rise or Shine - For the cadets, the day really starts at 5:30 a.m., since they have to be at the track and field by 6.  (Photo: BET)

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Testing Their Strength - A cadet does push-ups while an officer provides motivational support. (Photo: BET)

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Three Areas of Perfection - McClendon explains that the physical fitness test is a 3-part test that includes a push-up event, a sit-up event and a two-mile run. (Photo: BET)

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Purpose of the Test? - The purpose of the test is to determine whether a cadet can "live up to the army's criteria of what being in shape is," according to Courtland Perkins. (Photo: BET)

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Morning Marathon - Cadets begin to roll in at the end of their morning run, while the track coach announces their finish times. (Photo: BET)

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United - Cadets show support for one another after the run. (Photo: BET)

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Pushing Yourself - This cadet achieves 45 push-ups while positioning herself to do a 46th push-up.  (Photo: BET)

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Almost Over - Upon completion of their morning routine all cadets line up to be seen off by their supervisor. (Photo: BET)

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Just Another Day in the Life - The future soldiers end their physical training by 8 a.m. and are ready to move on with their day.(Photo: BET)

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