WATCH: How many pull-ups can you do? Trump revives fitness test for school kids

President Donald Trump on Thursday reinstated the Presidential Fitness Test in public schools.

First instated in the 1950s to gauge young people's health and athleticism, the assessment included sit-ups, push-ups, pull-ups and a sit-and-reach test. It also featured a competitive component, recognising the best performers with the Presidential Fitness Award.

The test had been discontinued in 2012 and replaced with a fitness program during Barack Obama's term.

The BBC's Bernd Debusmann takes a look at the test's history and what Americans have to say about it.

Video by Alex Foster

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