P/T Tops
Rothco PT shirts carry the look of military physical training into your own workouts, with Army and Marines physical training T-shirts, long sleeve PT shirts, and women's performance tops. They're a simple, durable choice for running, lifting, rucking and everyday wear.
Army-style PT shirts:
- Rothco Army T-Shirt and Grey Army Physical Training T-Shirt
- Long Sleeve Army PT Shirt for cool mornings
- AR 670-1 Coyote Brown Army Physical Training T-Shirt
- Kids Army Physical Training T-Shirt for young recruits and race-day family photos
Marines-style PT shirts:
- Marines Olive Drab Military Physical Training T-Shirt
- AR 670-1 Coyote Brown Marines Physical Training T-Shirt
Plain training tees include the Physical Training T-Shirt, Physical Training Shirt, Grey Physical Training T-Shirt and Olive Drab Military Physical Training T-Shirts, a good fit for cadets, ROTC and JROTC programs, gyms and anyone who wants a clean, no-nonsense workout shirt.
For women, the Camo Workout Performance Tank Top and Camo Sports Bra are built for gym sessions, runs and classes.
A note for service members: the Army PT uniform T-shirt is the black APFU shirt with gold "Army" lettering described in DA PAM 670-1, chapter 10. The gray Army PT uniform was retired in 2017, and "AR 670-1 Coyote Brown" in a product name refers to its color, not to APFU approval. These PT shirts are for personal training and off-duty wear unless your unit says otherwise; more below.
How to Choose PT Shirts
Most PT shirts share a simple cut, so the choice comes down to color, sleeve length and branch.
Army PT Shirts
The grey Army physical training T-shirt recalls the Army's old gray PT uniform and remains popular with veterans and fans of the classic look. The coyote brown Army PT shirt matches the earth tones of today's field gear. The long sleeve Army PT shirt handles cool runs and early-morning workouts, and the kids version lets young supporters train alongside a parent.
Marines PT Shirts
Marines-style PT shirts come in olive drab and coyote brown. Olive drab matches the undershirt that has been part of the Marine Corps PT ensemble, which makes these shirts popular with Marines, veterans and families who want that look for personal training. The coyote brown version pairs well with earth-tone gym shorts and ruck gear.
Plain Physical Training Shirts
Unprinted PT shirts in grey and olive drab work well for school programs, gyms and teams that want a uniform look, and for anyone who prefers a shirt without branch markings.
Women's Performance Tops
The camo performance tank top suits warm-weather training and gym classes, and the camo sports bra adds support for runs and high-impact workouts.
Short Sleeve or Long Sleeve PT Shirts
Short sleeve PT shirts handle most of the year. The long sleeve Army PT shirt adds sun protection and a little warmth for fall and spring runs, and it layers under a hoodie in winter.
PT Shirts Sizing and Care
PT shirts generally fit like a standard tee. Order your usual size for a classic fit, or size up if you want a looser shirt over a base layer. The sports bra and tank top are fitted performance pieces, so check the size chart on the product page. If you train daily, keep several PT shirts in rotation so each one dries fully between workouts. Wash PT shirts in cold water and avoid high dryer heat to protect any printing and keep the fit consistent.
PT Shirts and Military Regulations
Service members often ask whether commercial PT shirts can be worn in formation. Here's what the rules say.
Army APFU T-Shirts
DA PAM 670-1, paragraph 10-2, describes the APFU T-shirts as black, short- and long-sleeved, with "Army" in gold. Paragraph 10-6 says optional purchase items can replace issued ones only when made by a certified manufacturer and labeled that way, and the T-shirt is worn tucked into the trunks with sleeves down, not rolled or cuffed. The gray Improved Physical Fitness Uniform reached its wear-out date on October 1, 2017, so gray Army PT shirts are for personal use only.
Wearing PT Clothing Off Duty
AR 670-1, paragraph 10-3, allows the Army PT uniform on and off duty unless a commander restricts it, but not for commercial travel, in off-post establishments beyond quick stops for essentials like gas, or at social and official functions. The same paragraph lets Soldiers wear part of the PT uniform with civilian clothes off the installation.
Marine Corps
A 2021 Marine Corps announcement described the PT ensemble as including an olive drab undershirt, along with issued trunks, running suit and sweat suit. Commercial olive drab and coyote PT shirts are great for personal training, but follow your unit's guidance before wearing one in a PT formation; command policies can be stricter than the order.