New West Point IOC Record

When Cadet Elizabeth Bradley exploded through West Point's Indoor Obstacle Course in 2:20, she didn't just break the female record—she obliterated it, crushing the previous A+ standard by a full six seconds on a grueling gauntlet of 11 punishing challenges. From medicine ball carries to wall climbs packed into a blistering 350-meter sprint, Bradley's performance is a master class in what happens when relentless training meets unwavering mental fortitude under the pressure of one of America's most elite military institutions. Her achievement is pure inspiration for anyone serious about pushing their limits and redefining what peak performance looks like.

Every cadet must complete West Point's grueling Indoor Obstacle Course (IOC) before graduation, and they must do it within the specified time limit.

The IOC consists of 11 challenges that include crawling, climbing, balancing, carrying, and of course, running. One lap of the 350-meter sprint on the track requires carrying a six-pound medicine ball. 

Men must complete the course within three minutes and 30 seconds (3:30); but to receive an A+ grade, they need to do it in 2:26 . Women pass if they complete the IOC in five minutes, 29 seconds (5:29). If they want an A+, they need a time no longer than 3:11. 

On March 24, Cadet Elizabeth Bradley completed the West Point IOC in two minutes and twenty seconds (2:20). The run took training, focus, and incredible stamina. Watch Cadet Bradley's record-breaking performance below.