3 Things To Focus On Before Basic Training

What are the 3 Major things to focus on BEFORE Army Basic Training? Well, if you knock out these and focus on them then you will be ready and good to go the day you leave for basic.
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[@Camtronzz]

To everyone going to basic soon: Stay healthy, don’t get hurt, and understand that you’re there to get messed up. Look forward to the next meal. Lastly, always remember Days go by slow, weeks go by fast

[@jessetimmerman3548]

TrotThatFox on my family day today, graduate tomorrow! ^^^ this is very true, stay safe and healthy. Time will go by slow almost the time but looking back will seem like it flew by. Enjoy the experiences and know everything is temporary and nothing is personal!🇺🇸

[@isaacgutierrez2162]

Hell yeah. One thing I saw a lot at basic was people calling the latrine the restroom. 🤣 also saying yes sir to a drill Sergeants 👌🏼🤣

[@sunshinegorilla8426]

Will do, I've gotten that meal tip a few times from guys..must be really effective lol

[@KillerKaiju]

Exactly, focus on the weeks not the days

[@AprilPeacockRainer]

Waiting for the plane to Jackson now, wish me luck 🌷

[@alanzandraheslep4008]

Do you go to the airport straight after inspection at MEPS?

[@peytonkeene5039]

How is the year looking back?

[@josesantiago-wu3ls]

@@peytonkeene5039 I think he’s dead

[@-Sober-]

@@josesantiago-wu3lshe is dead

[@cringelord239]

How has everything been after all this time?

[@BigRed2]

Running, Flutter kicks, planks and front leaning rest position for at least 3+ mins and you will breeze threw it. Don’t get into the platoon politics and stay low key

[@AdrianMartinez-ek4kl]

Sorry for my ignorance, but what are platoon politics?

[@marcellouscobbii]

@@AdrianMartinez-ek4kl I Have The Same Question

[@jessehawkes1298]

Took the oath today. Leaving November 12th and I’ll train for Calvary Recon. It’s a real honor to be part of such an awesome and historical group!

[@guitarmaster813]

Not gonna lie I remember watching your videos the night I went to Meps and the night before I shipped out back in February. Now I’m a graduate 25B just waiting for orders at fort Gordon.

[@tevonboyd93]

Any advice for a fellow 25b I leave Oct 15

[@guitarmaster813]

Kingtev phase up, study, pay attention in class and don’t fall asleep in class if you’re a swing shift. Instructors can smoke you but they have to do it with you

[@carrot92]

Are you at C or D company, 551?

[@guitarmaster813]

MrMarkzuckerberg delta 551

[@kevinurielfonseca]

Hey, I got a 65 in the ASVAB but I'm currently in the reserves because I'm limited to certain jobs because I dont have my citizenship yet. I was told that once I get my citizenship I can re-enlist as an Active duty and go 25B, is that actually possible? I'm good at computers and I know how to code.

[@nonamenotrace7325]

I'm about to do my second medical I'm joining the jamaica defense force n I love this channel alot evening though it's different countries it's the same routine

[@gabeo478]

Dont run too much before basic! I ran 40ish miles in a week trying to prepare for RASP and messed my hip flexor up. Now I'm out of running even a mile for a few weeks. Just be careful.

[@austinboyum667]

Talking about having a bad situation before going to basic is a big fear I have. I'm enlisted in the national guard and the night before a drill i had my mother screaming at me calling me worthless and ripping me apart. The next day going to drill while taking the OPAT test I wasnt in a good mental state and out of nowhere wanted to quit because I didnt feel like I deserved to be there. I didnt feel proud of the choice I made. I didnt quit, a SGT I knew from the recruitment office pulled me aside and helped me. I leave the 28th of this month and I'm hoping nothing like that happens again. Out of experience I can agree it's extremely important.

[@macburger5026]

Austin Boyum Good luck. You're going to need to be in a good emotional state just for reception alone, which will arguably be one of the worst weeks of your life.

[@autumnwood9435]

Obviously I'm a year late, but hot damn did I feel that. My first rsp drill is this Saturday and I'm kinda nervous. Mostly because I believe I've annoyed my drill Sgt with all my questions and concerns. But I have a feelings it's going to feel good to be around people who are looking forward with similar mindsets. If anyone ever sees this, any words of wisdom?

[@queenodeath]

⁠@@autumnwood9435 Dang, I saw this comment a full two years later ☠️ how’d it go? Where’d you get shipped too for BCT? Any advice?

[@autumnwood9435]

@queenodeath definitely have words of wisdom. I was shipped to Fort Sill, Oklahoma. One of the most important things that is said so much but not taken as seriously, is basic training is one giant mental game. You're gonna meet people you'll never want to see again, and those you do for life. The trials you go through can be tough as hell, and the drill sergeants don't help. But, if you strengthen your mental state and prioritize your health, getting through the steps of each day will become less of a hassle. Everyone is going to get yelled at, everyone will get annoyed. But if you put yourself up there on a mature level and maintain a healthy point of view of your situation and surroundings, you're going to be ready for anything thrown at you. For rsp it's pretty much the same thing. They are training you to be a bit ahead of the game, to predict what may come in bct. They'll be hard on you but you'll see why when you compare rsp and bct. Some easy to remember tips. Always lock your locker (even if you see other people not locking them), move with a purpose (walk fast/run), don't take what the drill sergeants say to heart. They say that to all their trainees, remember that they also want to go home, and they'll still be there for new trainees once you graduate, always have water on you, don't get involved with others that you know will bring you down, crying is ok and healthy, always wear a new pair of socks cause I've seen blisters get as big as fists on my battles feet cause they wouldn't change their socks. Finally, make sure to save yourself time (if possible) at the end of the day to breathe and comfort yourself. Tell yourself you're doing just fine, pat yourself on the back, remember to be nice to yourself, because you're doing so much and trucking through with your head high. There are gonna be some hella tough days, but as long as you don't become your own enemy, you're gonna make it with your other battles to that graduation day 👐🏻

[@queenodeath]

@@autumnwood9435 Thanks! I ship out to fort Leonard wood in September, and my buddy I went to MEPS with is leaving for Fort Jackson next week. We’re both a bit nervous, but we’re both definitely excited for the new opportunities that will be presented to us.

[@mikelvasquez3424]

Leave October 7th, this Sunday for marine corps bootcamp, see you guys on the other side

[@crystal0338]

Mikel Vasquez let us know how it went! good luck man.

[@bijionbrooks2372]

Good luck I leave in January for army BCT and a marine sgt keeps trying to recruit me still. Maybe once my contract is up.

[@mysticalbtch]

Good luck!!

[@mysticalbtch]

@@bijionbrooks2372 I leave January too!

[@7ink3347]

How'd it go?

[@jordanedmonds6986]

Here’s what worked for me at Ft. Jackson. #1 - Get in decent shape. From what I saw PT was the biggest reason trainees got recycled. #2 - You’re better off of the Drill Sergeants don’t know your name. I payed low and did what I needed to do. I never got messed with by the DS. #3 - most important, don’t count the days, make the days count. Basic will fly by if you stay focused and motivated. Jackson was a piece of cake.

[@danielhenley4906]

Keep up the good work Matt. Going in the Army soon and all the advise will for sure come in handy.

[@MattWard89]

Thanks! and good luck!

[@danielhenley4906]

@@MattWard89 Thank You.

[@dimplecanhear2466]

@@MattWard89 I.hope u are aware your pictures and some vedio is used by scammers 😔

[@yongchen1603]

4th: focus on watching Matt watt’s videos on KZbin.

[@jtstevenson81]

Just discovered your channel, bro. Love your content! I graduated from basic training at Ft. Leonard Wood on October 14, 1999. I stayed there for another 6 weeks for 88M AIT, then went home for Christmas and returned to Ft. Benning for Airborne School in January 2000. I was stationed in 3/504 Parachute Infantry Regiment at Ft. Bragg, NC from February 2000 to August 2003.

[@MrPurple199]

Been watching your videos for 2-3 weeks now, taking ASVAB at 25 years old on January 6, 2021. VERY informative and VERY helpful, thank you and thank you for your service.

[@jvelasquez7267]

Thanks for all the videos Matt they’ve helped me tremendously for getting prepared , leaving to fort Jackson in January !

[@JorgeGarcia-el4nb]

Hey Matt I leave this Sunday to Fort Benning and you're videos have truly been helpful thank you for doing these videos. Keep up the good work and God bless you

[@jazzyyy2.053]

I leave January 13th. I enlisted as a 25s. Can’t wait ! Your videos have helped so much !

[@mrpotatohead1227]

My MOS wasn't available for reserves, so now I'm waiting until I graduate college to enlist and go active duty. Your videos helped me out a lot, thank you.

[@tony9741]

Will you do a video on running cadences? Trying to get used to running without music, it gets boring! Thank you for all of the effort that you put into informing people about life in the military!

[@Looridge]

I leave for Ft Sill November 19th 68C.. I’m going to watch your videos the night before just like how I study for my exams

[@pinhead4166]

Leaving Tuesday man love your stuff keep it up helped me a lot !

[@josebugarin6899]

Thanks for these vids Matt

[@littlevince5434]

I swore in to the Army Yesterday as a 35 Fox, I ship November 4th to Fort Sill!! Thanks for all the Advise Matt I appreciate your videos HOOAH!

[@mynameskim616]

Did you get a bonus for shipping within 30 days?

[@ThirstQuencher_]

Mrs Kablow no you don’t. Bonuses come on a job by job basis and the need of the Army. Also from Guard or Reserves

[@maggot-filledbodies2641]

Thank you! This helps alot.

[@applecider2754]

Hey Matt just wanted to say thanks for the videos. I’m shipping out today

[@jennbreezzzzy]

So much good information!!!

[@stormiejohnson8173]

Im a patron and im so excited for some new merch i have the future soldier hoodie and the logo shirt. I really want like a backpack or a drawstring i think that would be cool @Matt Ward

[@smoke9393]

I leave 1.28.2020 this helps a lot 💪 I sworn in tomorrow

[@0xide1]

I leave for osut as an 11x 20200113 excited and anxious at the same time! This helps a lot bc I wasn’t sure what to focus on but I’ve been lifting a lot and running a decent amount (used to strictly run earlier in the year but tapered off to gain weight and do more weight training)! Can’t wait but I know it’s going to suck! Embrace the suck though!

[@XceliumYT]

Headed to MEPS Monday. Will update you guys afterwards!

[@JonathanHernandez-nn5yw]

I leave October 15! I’ve watched your videos for a while and they really helped! Not to mention other information that I didn’t even think of

[@Ian-bq1rp]

Where do you ship?

[@JonathanHernandez-nn5yw]

Opaxy Fort Jackson!

[@Ian-bq1rp]

@@JonathanHernandez-nn5yw same lol

[@raidan7444]

Ship out October 15 to Leonard wood, pts decent. 14:44 run, 70 pushups and 71 sit-ups. Only thing I think I’ll really struggle with is being home sick but that’s part of the game

[@erlinchavez2641]

Thank You

[@lovelife52]

Good luck to everyone out there leaving soon. I leave November 18th and I’m so excited to see where the army takes me!! 💕

[@macburger5026]

Just another person on KZbin You'll be getting there when it's colder. Try not to go crazy in reception because among other things the drill sergeants will keep you outside in the cold for hours in formation at a time just to play mind games with you. You will see a drill sergeant come out, everybody will go "AT EASE!" Then the drill sergeant will look at everybody;............ who's hoping that the drill sergeant will finally take them somewhere so they won't have to be standing around in the cold anymore....... only for that drill sergeant to turn around and go back inside and leave everyone out in the cold for about another hour. I'm not exaggerating. Good luck and please don't be scared to ask anything you can think of.

[@lovelife52]

mac burger thank you 💕

[@rileypart1]

Happy Thursday Matt

[@MattWard89]

Thank you, you too and thanks for always showing up!

[@ruchikyajnik5844]

Ft Jackson and then OCS. Thanks for the video.

[@AjarGiraffe]

Ruchik Yajnik what’s you’re ship date?

[@ruchikyajnik5844]

@@AjarGiraffe In a couple weeks.

[@Whatx22]

RUNNING!!

[@ScrubLordSeth]

Currently in the Canadian reserves, (infantry) failed bmq 2 days before graduation because of a written test. Going to re-do it early november on weekends. Only thing I'm really not hyped about is gas hut a second time, if i had to give a tip for bmq... REMEMBER GAS HUT DRILL

[@carlosr.5971]

I go to Fort Sill October 7 for basic training...should be fun!

[@EeveeNacs]

Carlos R. I go to Fort Sill November 5th! Good luck man!

[@mysticfalcon8844]

I'll be there on the 9th!

[@ashleyvia13065]

I'll be there on the 8th (:

[@Kuonch]

I’ll be there the 8th!

[@vinnyg7429]

Heyo. I'm going to sill October 7th as well. See you there!

[@cobragaming7799]

I head up to fort Leonard wood tomorrow. I’m not gonna lie, I’ve never been more scared in my life. I sincerely hope I can make it through. I know I’ll try my best.

[@technikal270]

How did you do?

[@kommandantduncan1693]

To everyone going to basic from someone in AIT right now: Do pushups, don’t half ass them either. Go until your arms are parallel, if you’re tall and have long arms you’ve really gotta go low and it sucks. Do sit ups, for whatever reason people always seem to forget the technique for sit-ups when it’s the actual test, and I’ve seen more people fail for sit-ups then anything else. Run because you’ll do a lot.

[@harethomari6598]

Watching this video while in reception south Carolina

[@emurry8448]

About to go to meps for the first time, found your channel and have watched lots of the videos, loved the land nav :) I have to focus on gaining a little weight right now

[@eboniqueknighton6561]

What are you doing to gain weight? I need to as well

[@emurry8448]

@@eboniqueknighton6561 LOTS of protein, you can google a list of foods that will help, exercise, and most importantly water because we are 70% water.

[@eboniqueknighton6561]

Yeah I’ve been drinking way more water and trying to get as much protein as possible but I have the hardest time eating a lot 😪

[@eboniqueknighton6561]

Evan Murry what’s your insta? Would love to keep in contact and pick your brain about your experience etc

[@callindisciple]

Thanks for the video! I have three months left before I ship to fort Benning, everything you cover is what I’m learning at my monthly drills at camp parks in California.

[@sunshinegorilla8426]

Leaving for Benning this month brotha..I def wanna practice drills alot more might get thrown in the fire if I can't find a KZbin vid on them lol..

[@callindisciple]

SunShine Gorilla Nice! What is your MOS? Yeah that’s the good thing about the National Guard, if your ship date is months out like mine, you attend the monthly drills right away at Camp Parks. They separate you in phases according to ship dates and start teaching the basics for ranking, general orders, drill ceremony, weapons and smoke you a little bit.

[@sunshinegorilla8426]

@@callindisciple 11x active, that sounds helpful as hell..all I do is an hour of pt a week with my recruiters

[@callindisciple]

SunShine Gorilla yeah definitely watch the videos on this channel, you’ll find pretty much everything you need to know. I’m doing 11B and cannot wait to get out there, we have a counter drug task force out here in California that works with border patrol and other law enforcement agencies, I plan on getting into that when I get back.

[@marcuscrozier449]

Gabriel when do you ship? I head to Benning December 30th

[@HpCheese]

Just took oath today and i will be shipping Nov 12 to Fort Sill for 89B then it will be on to Fort Lee Virginia for AIT !!!

[@edwinfadabundii3793]

Shipping out to Jackson Monday Oct 7. Been watching your vids the last couple months, and will definitely be keeping your advice in mind. Also encouraged to become a beast at pt like you! Lol

[@sunshinegorilla8426]

Cool bro..yeah this man is a cheat sheet fr..im shipping to Benning Oct 29 11x

[@ramirezt.649]

How long have you been in the DEP program?

[@harethomari6598]

Oh I'm shipping out on the same date Oct 7 fort jackson

[@sunshinegorilla8426]

@@ramirezt.649 I've been in since last Monday

[@edwinfadabundii3793]

Tanman_1107 for me I swore in Aug 7 and for some reason had to wait 2 months. Wasn’t supposed to be dep at all, so not sure why the wait.

[@Gamescharles]

I leave in 3 weeks this is what I needed thanks Matt

[@MattWard89]

Good luck! and have fun, you will have a nice 2week break in between

[@carlosr.5971]

Matt Ward You mean the break in between because of Christmas, right?

[@xdntxgamingx]

Same here ! I’ll be in Sill in 3 weeks where you going ?

[@Ian-bq1rp]

@@xdntxgamingx i go to fort Jackson on october 15th and I'll have the 2 week break to.

[@Gamescharles]

iemon Music Fort Benning 11X

[@timothyswanson5579]

Can you do a video on the main difference between the marines and the army???

[@iamdauntetv]

Shipping out November 12th thanks for the advice💯💪🏾

[@tmtv2997]

Mos?

[@iamdauntetv]

Dartanion P 89b

[@Madmikey-dt8fx]

It took some time but my girlfriend and three kids are finally on board...trying to go 11B for Florida National Guard!

[@danafreeman8235]

Great refresher course matt

[@AjarGiraffe]

Fort Jackson November 5th and Fort Benning February 3rd where y’all at?

[@askingalexandria300]

Had shoulder surgery twice, been waiting for a response for a medical clearance for over two months. Making me quite anxious.

[@zlamnesia4552]

I swear in on Monday 19D!

[@iisteele1929]

If you ain't cav, you ain't **** lmao shipping out nov 14 fort Benning 19D

[@zlamnesia4552]

I ship out nov 14 also Guess ill be seeing ya!

[@miguelurbano3846]

ii Steele I ship Nov 12th 19D

[@fernandooro4019]

Graduating from there October 17 then going to fort Gordon as 25u

[@NoMemes4You]

look i only ask what i can do to help myself because at basic i got told it is never enough no matter what in basic

[@Piedie2424]

Hey matt can you do a vid about medical dqs at meps and temperary dqs i got a temp medical and want to know more about it

[@dianaolivaresrobles7357]

Do you have a video on RSP ? I’m having my first RSP on June before shipping out to BCT , im kinda nervous on my first RSP 😬

[@MinecraftAZZBOY]

I didn’t see a video on the new acft how to prepare for the 6 step test. Just a request. I think it would be cool

[@beauparks6731]

I just got home from ait on monday and basic was too easy, just stay mentally tough because that homesickness will get you

[@KpopLover1013]

Why're home from ait?

[@beauparks6731]

@@KpopLover1013 huh?

[@KpopLover1013]

@@beauparks6731 **why're you home from ait?

[@beauparks6731]

I'm national guard, wish I'd gone active now but is what it is

[@KpopLover1013]

@@beauparks6731 oh, okay. Thanks

[@harethomari6598]

Leaving to basic this Monday

[@gabbyh109]

hareth omari me too .. good luck !!

[@harethomari6598]

@@gabbyh109 fort Jackson?, and what's your mos ?

[@thatnormalgamer6800]

Matts logo thing looks like a titled 3rd Infantry Division logo

[@tylerray8381]

Hey Matt, Thanks for the video. I leave for Ft. Jackson in Jan. Just out of curiosity, how to breaks work in basic? Not like lunch breaks and stuff, but they have to know that you’ll need to use the bathroom right? How do you ask to use the bathroom in basic? 😂 Serious question but kinda childish. Thanks Matt!

[@deadshutternyc]

Another good tip is not to call anyone by their rank. It’s basic, so for your DS it’s only yes Drill Sergeant, no Drill Sergeant, moving Drill Sergeant. Any other rank I remember talking to in basic is only when talking to First Sergeant and Sergeant Major at times. And if you are a 11B like I was, enjoy 30th AG! 🤣🤣 that was the worse part of basic!

[@MiguelAngel-wr3th]

Hey Matt I’m 16 and I’ve talked to many recruiters of all branches to the military and I’ve decided to join the army this summer after my junior year. I scored a 74 on the AFQT given to us at school and the army recruiters are really trying to convince me to sign as soon as I turn 17. I can max out the push-ups, do well in the running, and decent on the sit-ups but I was wondering if you know whether or not bicep tendinitis might disqualify me (I can’t find anything online so I’m assuming no) and if it’s a good idea for me to enlist?

[@eddiemercado2671]

Angel Aesthetics if it’s truly tendinitis then it should be able to heal on its own. Rest the arm until it no longer hurts then wait another week before doing any upper body exercises. Have someone check your form because it could be the main reason for your injury in the first place. Switch up certain exercises and don’t get stagnant. You have plenty of time to fix the problem but in this case you’re not a hero if you “play through the pain” you need to take the smart approach and take it one day at a time and you’ll be uniform soon enough.

[@Chillmf]

Well apparently the news is the new acft will be in basic training and you’ll have to pass it for basic

[@rithe07]

Remember after 10/1/19, you will have to pass the ACFT to graduate basic. It won't be army wide until 10/1/2020 though

[@mysticfalcon8844]

Will the PT tests you take during basic be the ACFT?

[@scrick9566]

Wrong. Starting 2020 the ACFT will be implemented throughout basic and army wide. Its only being tested at basic and other units currently. The standard 2-2-2 is being done for now

[@honeyfoster9343]

Scrick95 so we won’t do the acft?

[@rithe07]

If you start basic after 10/1/19, you will have to do the ACFT according to that source

[@honeyfoster9343]

Delores Emeagi what source ?

[@asapangell]

Ft leonardwood APR 19 12B

[@chrisshadow49]

Heading to Fort Jackson Oct 28th then Fort Lee Jan 27th

[@Ian-bq1rp]

I go to fort Jackson Oct 5th then fort Lee in Jan sometime I forget

[@chrisshadow49]

Opaxy damn thats tomorrow good luck man. How are u feeling?

[@leishas8524]

Anyone else shipping tomorrow? Oct. 8

[@MichaelWhite-if1zf]

Hey man quick question , I’m leaving end of October for bct, I’m an 11x with airborne , act I’m gonna be going home for Christmas break , I was wondering do you think I can get away with changing my boots to some Garmonts? I herd the boots they supply you will really mess your feet up in airborne school? Thanks !

[@4catsnow]

We were at basic at Ft Jackson in 67....got the crap beaten out of us....our drill sergeant used to tell us a lot of us wouldn't see 21, and he used to smile...I'm one of the ones that did....I'd like to meet up with guy even now, just to spit in his face and hope he didn't like it...

[@mayanhunter187]

Any upcoming 68w's?

[@colinmarshall6785]

who else clicked as soon as they seen the notification

[@MattWard89]

Ayyyyyy thanks!

[@tmtv2997]

Fort Leonard wood Nov 13th 12B

[@StandFast1611]

In the process of getting my tattoo removed then off to the army I go, one session down 8-10 more to go :/

[@Ian-bq1rp]

Damn i got in with 3 on my hands

[@nevisstkitts8264]

2:28 physical fitness first, absolutely. Have to disagree on the strengthntraining: it should be the main goal of your fitness program. Athletic strength training is not, repeat, NOT "body building." Studies of combat deployments show that personnel in AOR seek to improve their strength as a priority. There's youtubes by Army PT trainers: they will set you straight. Good points on building core strength. Aerobic is good but metabolic stamina is far more i,portant IMO. Good points on basic military knowledge for your branch. Don't get married before basic ...

[@IsaiahYurkingamg]

Is the soldiers creed the same in the marines?

[@alexworsham5358]

Leaving to fort LeonardWood on October 7th who else?

[@deanrockett9224]

I am, 31b

[@anitamcgriff974]

Hey ! From ft Jackson army family go army !

[@robertvallerini8284]

I love the army

[@macburger5026]

Robert Vallerini You have to tell yourself that, even sarcastically, sometimes. There's a lot about the military period that sucks, but there's *REALLY* a lot about the army that makes a lot of wish wish we'd have joined air force instead....

[@robertvallerini8284]

@@macburger5026 I'm enlisting soon

[@macburger5026]

@@robertvallerini8284 good luck if you still want it. "that makes a lot of wish wish" I meant to say "that makes a lot of folks wish" I can go through a dozen reasons why, but you probably won't care about any of them anyway until after you're in, when it's too late.

[@chasenegron7222]

I leave next month and been subscribed for 2 years lol... November 5th is the date

[@AjarGiraffe]

Chase Negron where you headed?

[@chasenegron7222]

AjarGiraffe San Antonio Texas I’ll be leaving for the Air Force

[@AjarGiraffe]

Chase Negron ah ok good luck, I’m goin army

[@jmstroup1]

Would you add or change anything for BOLC?

[@RecklessDread]

Im wondering the same thing

[@brute575]

Imma let u guys know if u have warts before u go to meps get rid of them just for u guys who don’t know

[@Ian-bq1rp]

Anybody go to basic at fort Jackson on Oct 15?

[@ewankramer4644]

When does the new ACFT go into effect for BTC

[@Lonkaaa]

ewan kramer ACFT is in effect starting 20191001 so it already started

[@alissakellis7765]

Hey Matt I have a question. After trying Air Force I have chosen to go with a different branch, if I go talk to another recruiter from a different branch would they be able to see medical records that my Air Force recruiter sent to MEPS?

[@macburger5026]

Alissa Kellis I'm sure they can see them. What was the issue with the Air Force that you couldn't join?

[@matthewsims1791]

31E October 8th Fort Lost in the Woods Missouri

[@mooncakegiggity4969]

31B im shipping out there on the 8th too

[@matthewsims1791]

See you there

[@lovelife52]

Dang I won’t be there until November 😂

[@mooncakegiggity4969]

Dont worry, We'll keep the place warm for when you get there. Best of luck.

[@komoto_kane5351]

Hey I ship out June 2020. Any advice for now?

[@macburger5026]

Komoto_Kane yeah, prepare for the new crossfit pt test.

[@mysticfalcon8844]

I leave to Fort Sill in less than a week 😬

[@angetobellerice1084]

Same

[@ashleyvia13065]

Sameeee

[@Kuonch]

Yo, same! Shipping out the 8th

[@mysticfalcon8844]

My ship date is the 8th, but since females are next day shippers, I'll be there on the 9th. I'm nervous, but anxious to get there.

[@xdntxgamingx]

Might see you around ! I’m shipping out Oct 27th to Fort Sill 🤙🏻

[@greatderpression7199]

Shipping out to Ft Jackson October 22, anyone else?

[@edwinfadabundii3793]

Be there a couple weeks before you

[@AjarGiraffe]

November 5th

[@stonecameraa]

I go the 28th

[@chrissyh9295]

Aye ! I leave October 21st

[@Ian-bq1rp]

October 15th

[@xdntxgamingx]

Anyone here going to Sill the end of october ?!

[@samuelredus6892]

How does the the army Reserve bct differ from active duty bct? Or is this mere a difference?

[@LeetheOG89b]

Its the same, you'll be mixed in with Active and reserve trainees

[@andrewatchley893]

I can only run a mile in 8:19 seconds. Will basic and infantry AIT help condition me to be able to run 5 miles in 40 mins?

[@macburger5026]

Andrew Atchley Oh god, I assume infantry AIT OSUT will get you to run faster even if it means tearing your body apart.

[@yungstacxs6368]

Anyone else 11x going to Ft Benning october 28?

[@yungstacxs6368]

@@jonathancolby6629 good luck bro

[@yungstacxs6368]

@@jonathancolby6629 so I just rechecked my contract. I made a mistake. Ill be seeing you there on the 28th brother

[@aidanmento]

Question: what is bad about enlisting as an E1? Are you treated differently or is it just easier to get promoted?

[@macburger5026]

Aidan Mento It doesn't matter whether you come in as an E1 or even an E4 (I came in as an E3 myself) because everyone will get treated like crap in initial entry training (basic and AIT). You will automatically get promoted to E2 like six months I believe (again I came in as E3 so I don't really know for sure) unless you get flagged for getting an article 15 or failing a PT test (after AIT) or some other kind of trouble

[@aidanmento]

@@macburger5026 okay thank you. I just wasnt sure because in a past video he just talked like E1's are the "low recruits" and what not but thank you for the clarity

[@macburger5026]

@@aidanmento Most likely, you'll make E4 about the same time as the E2's and E3's who came into the same basic as you (18-24 months). When you get to your unit and you're an E2, if someone new comes to your unit who is an E3 who came into basic as an E3, you will most likely make E4 a few months before they do because you've been in the army for longer.

[@aidanmento]

@@macburger5026 gotcha, thank you!

[@Themclovin69]

Jan 7 2020 fort benning anyone

[@robertgleason896]

are they changing the pt test at the end at the end of October or am I hearing the wrong info

[@davinsmith9319]

Robert Gleason yes acft now

[@robertgleason896]

@@davinsmith9319 do you know what it consist of now

[@davinsmith9319]

Robert Gleason its all over youtube its 6 excecises

[@johnlocke5182]

I can do 50 push-ups in 2 minutes... Still trying to increase it but isn't the minimum like 42??

[@christophershanklin112]

It goes by age and gender

[@danafreeman8235]

Ft Jackson where y’all at? Nov5th 20190511

[@honeyfoster9343]

Dana Freeman 18thhh

[@AjarGiraffe]

Dana Freeman Same, I’ll see you there

[@brookenovess4706]

What's y'all MOS?

[@jasondilick-9072]

I ship out for Ft Jackson as well my dude

[@danafreeman8235]

@@brookenovess4706 35 Foxtrot