5 things to do BEFORE you leave to US Army Basic Training

[@Wall_63]

Actually get used to working out the army will get you in shape but its alot easier if you’ve prepped before you go

[@whatswithyous]

Army recruiters seem to look extremely out of shape even the infantry ones??? How can anyone trust them when it looks like they can move 30 feet without being out of breath…?

[@AGMI9]

@@whatswithyous im ex infantry and some of the toughest best soldiers i worked with looked like weekend dads I also worked with a SAS guy who was pretty budgy that being said if you are an obese wreck its a different story

[@whatswithyous]

@@AGMI9 I’m currently infantry and they always go out first on a range that goes longer than 800m. I’m not saying all but the vast majority are disgusting creatures, and don’t hold themselves accountable like other branches because the Army let’s them get away with it. Army standards have gotten so low it’s depressing to even be associated when I see soldiers getting separated for diabetes.

[@artkillsevil]

Or show up at 330 lbs after your recruiter bribe you in at meps and don't give up in the heat of fort Benning get r.a.p.t.o but still pass and get to meet the commander and leave weighing 18o lbs

[@hopescott9885]

I didn't do it for the army. But I was so glad I did cross country in high school.

[@joshestime5891]

Come to basic physically fit, or at least, physically able. Cannot stress that enough. The military is a physically demanding profession and you will need to walk the walk.

[@troyreazin4949]

bullshit I barely pass the asvab

[@joshestime5891]

@@troyreazin4949 I wish it was bullshit but...nowdays...ooofff

[@troyreazin4949]

@@joshestime5891 😐😑😐

[@troyreazin4949]

@@joshestime5891 I mean I'm national guard so for me it is

[@upthatrod7506]

@@joshestime5891 no bro, that is bullshit, the majority of the pt you do is on your own or none at all, literally the most physically demanding thing in the army these days is the acft, which is very easy to pass.

[@sheepleslayer586]

If you buy new socks, don't open the packaging. Don't cut your hair too short before arriving to basic (males). Shaving your head is a right of passage. Be able to perform pushups, situps, pullups and run 1.5 miles in a good time. Practice proper grammar and not cussing. And lastly, and this one is hard.. do your best not to smile when being yelled at 😂 I'm not good and the last one...

[@davidkenway4862]

2 miles not 1.5

[@supremesquad3972]

I just don’t wanna laugh

[@renaissanceman5296]

What if I’m going bald and don’t wanna shave my head because it will make me go bald faster?

[@sheepleslayer586]

@@davidkenway4862 they were talking about changing it to 1.5 miles. Also, it shouldn't be hard to push an extra half mile into your time with training.

[@datboyrell2849]

I be wanting to laugh when I get yelled at

[@twinhearts1911]

I literally just finished 4 days ago and my only advice is be in shape before you go

[@quentinAxe]

How much running do you do on average? Per day and per run?

[@troyreazin4949]

I joined at 265, I graduated last Thursday, and I'm 230, just don't quit

[@troyreazin4949]

​@@quentinAxe depends on the day and if you're airborne, I ran between 2 and 5 Miles, but depends on mos and schools you want

[@quentinAxe]

@@troyreazin4949 ok thank you

[@troyreazin4949]

@@quentinAxe I should probably run tomorrow 😭

[@karlsnow5281]

Never take it personally and remember it's the start of a journey. It's not a destination.

[@alithareaper7173]

Never call a drill sergeant sir if you are army.

[@Loveduhmusic]

1. First off pick an MOS that will benefit you when you ETS. I wouldn't suggest combat MOS as I learned being a 13B all you get is law enforcement jobs. Either way most law enforcement jobs only require 3 years of active duty and it doesn't matter what MOS you had. 2. Bring your own running shoes you fee comfortable running in. My Drill Sgt let me use my personal running shoes. 3. Do as you're told don't be a blue falcon. One team one fight so if you fuck up everyone pays the price. Then people will start hating you. 4. When you get to your first duty station don't buy any fancy cars or sports cars just to look cool. My captain had a 2000 Toyota Corolla it was affordable and good on gas. 5. Document all your injuries the army won't take care of you when you ETS so take care of yourself and document everything for your VA benefits. 6. Attend college while you are serving

[@PerspectivePossibilities]

Is 88M any good?

[@omarmassey2522]

Come with the right attitude. There will be days you don't want to sound off, do what's expected, or complete the task at hand. It's in those moments you need to dig deep within yourself and push through. Most importantly, understand you will miss your family and friends. But do your best to focus on where you are, not where you want to be. It will make adapting to the military life so much smoother. You'll be able to absorb the knowledge your drill sergeants are giving you, and you will be less inclined to give up when things get tough.

[@TheNittyGritty735]

This felt so personal. Thank you so much for your service and advice.

[@melemetcalf1681]

This is the best advice I got that made basic pretty easy to get through for me. You're never going to out run, out shoot or out shine the DSG Grandma. It's their job to break you down. They will tell you that you're not good enough because they are pushing you. And if you are not being forced to do pushups, DSG will find a reason. It's all head games. I'd seen SO many people upset, stressed, unmotivated or a lot of time angry because of this. Don't fall into the trap. Listen to direction and perform them to the best of your ability, but don't hurt yourself in the process. Also, I have never set foot in a gym nor did I ever run before the Army. I'm female and I turned 27 in basic and I was fine, they taught me everything. I slept a lot though. Now I'm in the gym 5 days a week.

[@brandinwhite3338]

Only bring 1 change of clothes in a back pack, and very little personal hygiene. Your not going to need it, untill you get to A.I.T. basically bring nothing with you. Makes it so much easier. And also, save all your money 💰 in basic training and A.I.T. when you get to your regular duty station you will be happy that you did. 99% of all soldiers spend almost all their money. When they get to their duty station they are broke.

[@ErickaBernie]

Love this

[@FrauWilhelmKlink]

I take it hygenie supplies and such are provided for you in basic?

[@brandinwhite3338]

@@ErickaBernie ...

[@jamesweber3027]

@@FrauWilhelmKlinkyou can purchase them yes

[@FrauWilhelmKlink]

@@jamesweber3027 other than deodorant and feminine hygiene products, what all do you recommend bringing? I usually only use a shampoo/conditioner combo, body wash and face wash.

[@shirleyrhodes6215]

My son has been in basic training for over three months now. He'll be home in December and I can't wait. So proud of him.. 💚💚

[@karlsnow5281]

Thanks to you for raising a son who is on a good path to a good future and you both are sacrificing to protect us and our awesome nation.

[@Silent-sm3lq]

How has he been in basic for three months

[@theboshow9697]

@@Silent-sm3lq probably osut

[@blackkaiser5653]

Ma’am, BCT is only 9 weeks if he completed his tasks on time and didn’t get recycled to the next class

[@christophernichols114]

He got set back

[@ThrowMyBackOutOnTheACFT]

Also, prepare to get recycled. Probably won’t happen, but just don’t do stupid shit, and your chances are much lower. A recycle is when you are sent to another training company because you cannot train with your current company. It always sets you back to training you’ve already completed. It happens most often, from what I’ve seen, to red phase injuries. You’ll stay with your current company for at least a couple weeks probably; The Army loves to take their sweet time to out-process you from your training unit. Try not to get hurt, so keep your knees bent in formation for blood circulation, mostly at attention. DON’T FUCK AROUND WITH COMBATIVES!!! Private was training with a battle buddy, broke his buddy’s hip or something because he didn’t follow instructions from the DS. You already know, I’m sure, what happened to the injuree. Also, DS mean it when he tells you to throw away all food trash. Don’t sneak anything out of the DFAC. Cycle before us, a guy guy caught smuggling MRE gum or something. He got an NSO from the very end of black phase, right after CEFTX (Combat Engineer FTX) I think. NSO meaning New Start Over. Basically, you wasted all your training time because you gotta start all over from red phase again. Recycling can also happen if you fail to complete a graduation requirement the first time, and there is no make-up (from what I saw, there mostly was). So if you failed CBRN 2, (Gas Chamber/CBRN 1 being the classroom and prep) you get set back to probably the beginning of red phase (It’s in red phase anyways, so it’s not the worst). You’d also have to be a retard to fail CBRN 1 or 2. If you’re 74D, buckle up. Gas chamber ain’t the worst thing you’ll have in BCT. The TRADOC violation of a smoking we got afterwards for talking in formation was worse. Longest smoking we had, I believe. Low crawling and EO/shrimp and bear crawling around the tire PT pit for over an hour and a half. Also, you’re pretty much not gonna get recycled for failing training, at least from what I experienced. They’ll invest every poorly crafted bullet they have into poor shooters because the Army needs numbers bad. Especially Engineers. Used to be one MOS and then they split it into 12B and 12C, Combat Engineer and Bridge Crewmember. PRT is important, so is the ACFT. Don’t ever fail one after basic/AIT you might lose benefits. Anyways, I’ll hop off my soapbox. Hope my talk helped. Don’t forget- If I got through it, you can definitely do it. You just need the heart.

[@TS-rf3sy]

I left with a change of drawers. I never called anyone. My recruiter gave me a ride. I made it believe it or not.

[@blackkaiser5653]

don’t leave a wife or girlfriend at home because Jody will sneak up every time

[@ArizonaGuns]

Ohhhh Jodie boy!

[@dorjiphalam]

Wear Snickers, shirt, pants and a light hoodie. Pack light, don't brink contrabands, forget everything you learned during your civilian days, you sold your soul to uncle Sam,

[@jerryl.1033]

Advice from my junior high school gym coach that applies to BCT, "Suit up, shut up and do as you're told. It means wear your uniforms correctly, keep your mouth shut and follow orders. Made my 21 year military career much easier.

[@kstray420]

I'm going to basic next month, finally after so long. I'm excited, I'll take all the tips that I can

[@damiangarcia3954]

Aye bro I’m going to leanordwood on the 6th

[@PerspectivePossibilities]

Good luck y'all!

[@waveswaves9818]

How was it man?

[@itsclutch5858]

The stuff the recruiters say gets tossed out, just bring your papers and ID

[@user-uu8xm1yf5y]

What papers ?

[@Hollowhead22]

@@user-uu8xm1yf5yrecruitment papers etc

[@5.56withit7]

My dumbass tried to pack 8 cans of grizzley wintergreen and a pack of newports along with like 2 bang energy drinks to help me stay awake during receiving week, luckily my recruiter checked cuz I fr had no idea that nicotine and caffeine weren’t allowed 😂I mean you can’t blame me tho my ASVAB score was a 30 something like that and I’m going 11B

[@middknightdream1577]

How did you get 11B with only a 30 something ASVAB score ?

[@Goor-ql8wi]

​@@middknightdream1577 I mean come on the army fell short 15k they may accept anyone as long as you walk and breath and aren't obese

[@dorjiphalam]

11b is the best.

[@staytrue6466]

Bro. A 32 is the lowest you can get to be eligible to join. Damn

[@discardedroses]

​@@staytrue6466 I hope they're joking 😭😭😭

[@johnnybstuddd4482]

Get into shape before you ship to basic, do pushups, pull ups, running at least 2 miles, also swim.

[@SmeagstheGremlin]

Work out as hard as you can if you make it in the top numbers you may have opportunities for special forces and you should consider it

[@ExplosiveQuarry]

I already went through basic training... easy... just shut up, do your training, yes or no sir/ma'am, stay clean, shave, have a buddy... that's it...

[@ArizonaGuns]

Yes or no drill sergeant/deputy senior drill sergeant/ senior drill sergeant

[@ExplosiveQuarry]

@ArizonaGuns well, Air Force when I was in was yes sir no sir... now it's just yes sgt...

[@ArizonaGuns]

@@ExplosiveQuarry oh yeah I didn’t go to AF basic, only army

[@ExplosiveQuarry]

@ArizonaGuns I'm on the basic training base for the AF so I see the differences from when I joined...

[@noahlondono8007]

Take every day meal by meal. It goes faster that way

[@Ghost.187.]

Start running and do sit ups don’t mind push ups cause the army will teach you that and don’t be a bitttcchh !

[@NightOwlGamingz]

Don’t be stupid. Saw a couple guys get pushed back to day zero for saying dumb shit or doing dumb shit they shouldn’t have been doing.

[@currentfaves65]

If you are homeless, don't bring what few family heir looms you have left, the Army will throw them away !!!

[@kxnginnxt4828]

Don’t be a shitbag stay locked in and locked up just do what your drills tell you quickly and efficiently and you will succeed no doubt just don’t give up or be afraid to push yourself out of your comfort zone

[@aah4587]

Don’t pack your personal issues with you. Leave them behind.

[@paulendsley2705]

Have a pen and pocket notebook, in that notebook have some names and phone numbers

[@NI-xm1mo]

and bank info

[@ethanstephens6775]

Also bring a black sharpie to put your name on everything your stuff might get stolen someone might lose their gear they was issued to and try and get yours

[@ArizonaGuns]

That and you’ll be dumping out all your bags multiple times and your pile will get mixed up with the person right next to you

[@tigerwright3836]

Never put your g/f or spouse on your banking account 😅💯

[@kingalfred9941]

Pick the Jewish service on Sundays. That’s where the food and drink are

[@kujokage4611]

I chose jedi

[@stryk3r]

but you have to be with jews

[@blackkaiser5653]

@@stryk3r lmfaooooooooo YE 24

[@thegrumpyhorticulturist]

Im 27, female and enlisting in the reserves this year. I have to lose 50lbs or get a medical waiver for being overweight, but im really excited for this new journey. Thank your for posting your experiences.

[@saliaj.7359]

What is the weight limit if you don’t mind me asking. I’m interested as well.

[@Superslimeyqueen]

Please tell me ur experience I am trying to see what needs to be done for me to be able to join I am 26 and a little over weight but I can still walk and move around

[@autumnonpurpose]

Howss was it I’m losing 30 too

[@thegrumpyhorticulturist]

​@@autumnonpurpose I went to army fat camp lol. It was a great time. The fat camp was harder than basic. All I can say is consume vitamin D3 before you go in. I'm on block leave now with stress fractures in both legs. It hurts and can possibly get you recycled if they're severe enough where you're on crutches or missing days. I'm halfway through the cycle now. 2 weeks rest and back at it with the anvil and then the forge. Winter cycles are messed up and I would not recommend it if you can avoid it.

[@thegrumpyhorticulturist]

​@@saliaj.7359it's based off measurements. I'm still overweight, but my measurements keep me taped in. I'm halfway through my training cycle now. I recommend losing weight for up to a year and participating in heavy physical activity like rucking or backpacking and obstacle courses before coming. I'm taking my Christmas vacation with stress fractures in both knees.

[@hazencoffey5350]

Be physically fit. Push yourself harder than your coaches or anyone else while your still in the delayed entry program. Only bring a small bag with one spare change of clothes and a few person items. Id and ssc. Nothing else.

[@jessewalker1408]

They made us buy shoes and hygiene stuff like day 2 of reception which will probably vary. Bring like a day or two worth of stuff and then they will take you to the px to get everything else.

[@yt.peter.]

Right place, right time, right uniform.

[@tristanmolina894]

Be in fucking shape. If you go in and you haven’t worked out in months. I promise you that lactic acid build up is gonna kick you in the ass the 1-2 week. Really just be conditioned.

[@TheRapasc]

My last year of high school I went out for track, not to compete but to get into better shape. My coach was also our guidance counselor and he knew I was going in the army.

[@trevorgarrett9454]

Pack as least as possible coming to basic because whatever you have is going over your head in a duffel for very long periods of time

[@dep_reyes]

Just got out BCT Thursday 11/10 came in 186 and out 162, would def recommend coming in decent shape and prepare to be either running a lot or hitting the half right pace/front leaning rest

[@graceownspipe9337]

if you don't mind me asking, where u with the males or females? I'm 179 as female and I'm worried.

[@FrauWilhelmKlink]

​​@@graceownspipe9337How tall are you? I'm a 5'6 female, and they say the max weight for my height/age group is 158 lbs.

[@draco1469]

Realize that BCT sucks and it is meant to suck, but it gets better faster than you think and you’ll always look back on it fondly no matter what

[@jorgeperez3227]

I did it in 05. Didn't pass but it was one hell of an experience

[@hopescott9885]

Be prepared to deal with alot of different personalities

[@a-aron3561]

Not advice, but you rlly learn to appreciate the little things in life.

[@swoosh713]

Be mentally prepared all the physical is good but you can’t do if your not mentally prepared.

[@williamanderson4999]

Don't have any bills and already be in good physical and mental shape before taking that step. Being age 18-21 is best.

[@nickhoward6019]

I’m 13 but I’m going to enlist when I’m older

[@Audiorevue]

Yeah no I mean I can't really say anything or add anything to what you're talking about other than it's hugely important and I mean hugely important to make sure that you're able to run. You know it's something I didn't really think about and where I got recruited at they would have these weekend drill things that we would go to where we would you know like pretend March and stuff like that but I never really had done a whole lot of running. And I'd always been a little bit overweight and people kept telling me I need to try to focus on pull-ups and push-ups and stuff like that and so that's what I did. Well when I got to basic in Missouri I was completely unprepared for how much running was involved, and everywhere I went all the time I was like constantly tired and out of breath because of how much running and marching and stuff we were doing. Luckily I got used to it pretty quick, by the second week I was there it didn't really bother me anymore. But yeah 100% get out and do some running and get used to running and get used to learning how to breathe while you're running.

[@ginaprovost284]

That’s what I’m currently trying to do, my recruiter said do lots of walking and slowly get into jogging cause they’ll be lots of running. I’m overweight so I’m kinda nervous.

[@Audiorevue]

@@ginaprovost284 it's not all that hard, what I would advise you to do is find a gym or something like that where you can go run on a treadmill. It's not the same as running on the pavement but it's a lot easier on your body and you can get used to actually running more quickly on a treadmill than you will on the pavement. I'm sure other people will have things to say about that however I personally believe if you haven't ever done a lot of running one of the best ways to do it is like I said on a treadmill.

[@SurlyRider2019]

I went through it all back in the summer of 1980 at Fort Knox and my ets was just last year.

[@lalampaaishmael4051]

Thank you for the information

[@elkabong6429]

There was a trainer in my gym that was in the US Army Reserves and taught ppl that had joined up what kind of calisthenics they were going to be doing in Basic. He’s since started his own biz after Covid closed the gym!

[@piusmuya1581]

Thanks for the information, be grateful you got that chance it's mr prayer one day I will be in that position in reality

[@Joshua-sk3jc]

Do some PT before you actually get to basic training. Run run run.

[@illegallyseparatedfromarmy2100]

Keep copies of everything, make digital copies of everything, have it saved in the cloud, and another copy on a removable hard drive. And most importantly “TRUST BUT VERIFY”

[@armyveteran101st]

Cellphones did not exist when I went to BCT 25 years ago, but bill autopay had just been created... I wish someone had given me that little tip.

[@kalondadavid7420]

Don't buy anything because they will make you buy it again 😂 I hate that 😂

[@mommiechelle]

Love ya Drill Sgt

[@joshuarodriguez257]

If ur going to bct bring this and only this trust me a little bag like a gym bag with one outfit in it a bar of soap and pods with a razor thats it thats literally all u need trust meee u get everything at reception u will go to the px as well and remember reception is not basic combat training lol

[@gamersway1385]

I’m not gone stop callin u fine until I get my chance 😍😭‼️

[@landonbaker4075]

Well thanks I might need it for the army

[@mariasandoval6451]

Yesss all of you active, get all your belongings packed and ready to go because sometimes you won't get the chance to go home and they would send you straight to your duty station after AIT it happened to a lot of my Active battles. And yess like everyone said start working out a head of time before going to Basic training not the day of or a month before, you would still struggle if you physically prepared but you would struggle less! 😅

[@robertmartinez6278]

Wear safety glasses or get out of an abusive relationship first.

[@goodcitizenactual]

If you have a fear of needles, get over it. 😂 oh yeah and don’t clinch, it makes it worse and you’ll have to do it again.

[@bomcstoots1]

Tell the DS to step on you. 😂 Sooooo many sharp classes await!

[@brettmitchell4344]

If you ever had the desire to go sky diving, look at airborne school. It’s only 2 weeks and it boosts your pay.

[@jonathanvarela3900]

My buddy saw you comin through the gate at Fort Eustice I think like sometime last week, he was like this chick looks familiar. He didn’t realize until he looked at his Id card scanner with all your info on it lol

[@daytrips4668]

That’s cool

[@omarmassey2522]

Be mindful of the information you put on public forums about service members, their locations, and when. It may not seem like it's a big deal, but it can potentially place someone at risk.

[@mintygreen4972]

I'm still floored that cell phone is part of the packing list to BCT

[@blueskyler24]

get used to it.

[@darkathmanson]

I haven't gone just yet but someone who did adviced me to take a portable charger because there's not always plugs for everyone

[@blackhawk7r221]

We give you little preciouses time to charge your phones before calling momma.

[@jasonthamos69]

thank you

[@B_PE]

HAVE FUN, MAKE FRIENDS, AND EXERCISE!

[@professionalbassist3667]

I didn't have no cell phone when I was in basic! We still had pay phones

[@Compounddeznuts]

Get ready to have a blast

[@Bennie12]

Leave in 20 days very excited 11B

[@yessseel]

good luck!!

[@Bennie12]

@@yessseel thank you!!

[@Aissa_gilly975]

Good luck dear

[@Bennie12]

@@Aissa_gilly975 much appreciated!!

[@PerspectivePossibilities]

How is it?!

[@mcoleman6893]

Extra Special Advice: DO YOUR OWN PACKING. If you allow someone else to handle your packing, they WILL forget something important and/or add too much. You need to be able to account for everything in case of any problems. (GOD FORBID!)

[@jakelake7873]

un thank u for ur service

[@odinswarrior385]

Wish I knew this before I joined

[@stevenwright1829]

Don’t bring a luggage. I made that mistake.

[@christophernichols114]

Cute little pinay

[@Troublemangaming901]

I went to Benning in 13, I advise new recruits to take just a backpack. They took everything I packed 😂

[@kingwill3440]

1: do not anticipate orders itll get you into a lot of arguments and possible fights with people in your bay and platoon 2: keep at least 2 pairs of ocops and 1 pc out theres no need for the other 2 pairs and other pc unless you lost the other pc 3: get dove deodorant and shampoo/bodywash 4: get extra shirts and underwear at the px cuz the issued ones suck 5: dont eat the au gratin in the mre or the spinach fettuccine mre there absolutely disgusting but do eat the pretzels in the spinach fettuccine mre there the only good part of the mre

[@infinite_trxps3734]

Train before and pack lite

[@325ariel]

Don’t take anything, just what your wearing. That’s basically all you’ll need, but if you take toiletries make sure it’s travel size, anything that has alcohol in it will be thrown away.

[@Bisexual_idiot_i_like_to_cook]

Hi! I’m a teen who is joining the army when out of high school, what paperwork is needed? It helps a lot, and thank you for your service.

[@ErickaBernie]

Send me a message on instagram @SSGBernardo

[@bs4real]

Bring a GOOD lock.Thieves are a big problem

[@arandonextdoor2228]

I heard you can only wear the boots they give you. How did you break into them?

[@Magic_Muffin]

God loves and cares about you and will always be there for you no matter what✝️❤️

[@tomabbott9653]

If you’re used to sleeping in, get yourself used to waking up early.

[@golfery5119]

and having to stand out in the cold for 20-30 minutes, only to just bend over.

[@tiffanyd.8660]

What do you do with your car if you have to move far away and can't take it?

[@ErickaBernie]

If you decide you can’t take it, that’s a personal choice. You can leave it with family, or sell it, or store it. You’re usually able to take it if that’s what you want to do! But of course depends on the place!

[@tiffanyd.8660]

@@ErickaBernie can the military ship it?

[@yukisanscorner3582]

Went through BCT back in April 2018, and the BIGGEST piece of advice that I would give out is do NOT go to Basic Training with a weak mindset. Whole reason why I say this is you signed a contract to do a x-amount of years, you say you wanna become something bigger than yourself and then when it comes time for you to SHOW that, you MUST keep that resilience all throughout Basic Training, AIT, and all throughout the rest of your time in the Army. Or else, your career will be short and you basically would have been going through all that hell for nothing. Trust me, I’ve seen it happen to a couple battle buddies of mine and they either got sent all the way back to Red Phase Day Zero or they just plain got kicked out

[@johnnyfmartinez1991]

Usa

[@cindyhammack68]

Take things like socks, underwear, running shoes, and hygiene with you. Once you're in Basic, the only place to buy things is AAFES. They are not the cheapest, and the Shopettes may or may not have specific brands you like. In general, AAFES will probably be disappointing.

[@kubrickenigma7977]

Go determined to never quit, ready to always PROJECT a fine attitude, assist and encourage. Remind any bitchandmoans that there are ten other people who didn't pass MEPS and would trade places in a heart beat.

[@Ser_Redshirt]

Your bag of civilian clothes and such, which you get back later in the cycle for passes, should be waterproof. There was a leak in the roof over our supply closet at the 795 in Ft. Leonard Wood. Everyone's civvies got ruined except the kid with a waterproof gym bag.

[@austinshannon4197]

I have 120 days left in the U.S. Army IRR.

[@bladezz786]

I’m joining the army in 2 years

[@davidwillis8112]

Yes I'd say the less the better...I just to the clothes on my back couple days of hygiene and clothes while at meps. I was 17 so bills were non existent. Went home for leave before going to my duy station but did leave all my uniforms packed and got a duffel bag for my regular clothes. And as far as cell phones they took em and we didn't see em til graduation.

[@deborahtheorit1235]

What about if you get tired of being there and ready to leave do you have to have money?

[@noodlefpv8040]

Get a phone call?!?!? We got one call for 10 min as a reward for being honor platoon. I left my cell at home for marine basic in 2007

[@Summerzappa24]

They let recruits have phone calls now at most 3 during a cycle

[@prettyangel9959]

Now in basic at every installation you get 30 minutes of phone time every Sunday (idk about Benning but at least the other three) but they will take it away if they don’t think you deserve it, or for my company they always take it away the week of the forge

[@omarifarrow7043]

Pack light 😂😂 there’s a lot of stairs

[@jamesbarber8308]

Drill Sargent please fix your collar

[@kingwill3440]

I meant ocps not ocops my bad