5 things you NEED to bring for Basic Training

[@kelvinnguyen6561]

A month b4 going to basic training, do: 5 sets of 25 pushups( 5 days a week) 5 sets of 25 squats ( 5 days a week) 5 sets of 1 min planks ( 5 days a week) And run for 2 miles (3 days of of the week, and for the run, just make it an easy run, not for time, but distance, you'll work on speed at basic) Prime your body for physical training that is going to happen when you ship out. It isnt as hard like it was when I went( Ausgust 2011), but I would have been better off at basic if I had took my own advice.

[@jackCollin403]

Screenshot this.

[@jackCollin403]

@@InolongerknowwhoiamGet a gym membership and everything will fall into order.

[@bakomills]

@@jackCollin403literally just did😂

[@Zahra97]

I was there in 2020. Very relevant information before you go to BCT. Good advice.

[@emmett-hr4ip]

Thanks bro

[@breadstick8139]

I’d advise everyone to detox for about a week or two before shipping. Soda, chips, tea, cake etc. will be easy to sweat out at that point. Your entire diet will entirely switch up. Don’t eat the junk food in reception. That crap will make you feel like garbage during red phase. And please for everyone’s sake don’t smoke in the month leading up to shipping. It’ll show in your PT performance.

[@RIPjohnshelby]

Thanks for the advice! My son is joining soon so this is very helpful

[@djhunstiger]

I ship out in a week, been trying to quit smoking, just dip and a straw for the past week and I'm still itchin lol

[@breadstick8139]

@@djhunstiger it’s gonna f you up lol. I’d suggest getting rid of everything tobacco related you have before you go. You’ll get a pretty thorough detox when you’re there. When you get done with basic, leave the habit behind. Good opportunity for a healthier lifestyle.

[@RobayatRahman]

The stress will be so bad you won’t even feel any of the withdrawals. I’m speaking from my experience tho

[@jonlee445]

Tobacco and alcohol. If you've ever wanted to quit, had loved ones recommend or implore to that end... Joining the armed forces is the perfect time to quit. (Unfortunately they are also a heavy influencer to start).

[@smilingp0tat044]

You will see your family again. Don't let it be the reason you quit

[@NoahQ2000]

What about infantry

[@smilingp0tat044]

@@NoahQ2000 I am in the infantry

[@NoahQ2000]

Oh nice I do that in 4 weeks , just wanted to ask how is that ?

[@smilingp0tat044]

@NoahQ2000 Was going to give some long talk, but I will make it simple. It's going to suck ass dude. Just do it and don't quit it will end. And go to schools if you plan on staying in.

[@doogz5199]

it’s just 4 months of being tired af but days quickly become fast when you just consider lunch means it’s halfway to sleep

[@TheSignatureKing]

Get in shape BEFORE you get there! I saw guys who didn’t and it made basic training way harder for them.

[@karonzi]

seeing mfs who can't do a push-up is funny though

[@TheSignatureKing]

@@karonzi of course!

[@ko1187]

@@karonzihow did that person even make it to basic training if they couldn’t do a pushup? I’m just wondering cause my brother a Marine/Soldier (he join the Marines then switch over to the army a few years later; but once a marine always a marine) anyways before he got accepted into basic training he had to pass the physical fitness test idr what the requirements were over a decade ago but now for push-up for guys 18-22 Army 10 push-ups in 2 minutes the more pushups you do the higher your ACFT score. Note the max is 57 according to the chart Marines 34 pushups in 2 minutes Air Force 33 pushups Navy 46 pushups And so on

[@aarongiertz8147]

Bring a good attitude . Of course you’ll be yelled at , do push-ups, smoked, have to run everywhere , pt, etc. it’s all meant to make you a good soldier . Hang in there, it does end eventually and then you can go to your AIT where things will be better. Basic training sucks, but it teaches you the basics and it will help you to be the best you can for your career. Listen to your DS, they know alot and they will help you. And you’ll never forget them . Don’t fear , never give up and keep yourself fit and you’ll come out on top. Your the next generation of soldiers . Make us proud !

[@Itz.ValeriaOfficial]

Hey brotha 👋 I just turned 20 years old, I'm gonna go to the military soon after I graduate this year I'm really interested in iffantry. It's gonna be a whole new experience for me but I wanna be known as a true soldier. I will not let myself down. My girl lives in the Philippines so I'm doing everything I can for our future we currently are in LDR

[@jessemodz1]

Just a heads up mate, if you end up going infantry do know that promotions are slow ass shit there. Even if recruiters say otherwise don't listen to them lol. And another thing is once you get out, it's not really gonna help with future jobs in the civilian world. Pick something that's gonna help in the long run like something medical mate :)

[@Itz.ValeriaOfficial]

@@jessemodz1 like a combat Medic brother?

[@jessemodz1]

@SimpleBoy024 Yes That's 1 of them but some recommended mos jobs would 68B Orthopedic, 68F Physical therapy, and I think it was 68J Medical Logistics. There's a lot more of medical jobs not just those it all just depends on you, hope this helped a bit mate. :)

[@cappuccinosnephew1382]

​@@jessemodz1 Lol they reserve most of the good medical jobs for commissioned officers nowadays, the few that are good on the enlisted side have pretty long AIT and they're pretty competitive to get into. I've heard 35F Intel analyst is good for after the military.

[@sebastianenterprises7538]

Take a few pictures 3-4 and tape them in a bible. Along with the names numbers and addresses of family and friends you wish to write. They cant touch or go thru your Bible. If you tape the pictures they can't fall out.

[@kubrickenigma7977]

This is a brilliant idea.

[@daniellemorrison7154]

Wonderful 😊😊😊😊

[@NOAHHUNT22]

Really a bibble 😭

[@daniellemorrison7154]

Is this true? 😃

[@katkat6858]

@@daniellemorrison7154 yes! they legally can’t throw away your Bible, they leave it alone

[@AP310__]

Portable charger, wired earbuds,phone,some cash, pens, good running shoes (you can go to medical and say that ur issued pt shoes are giving u problems knee pain, ankle pain, shin splints etc… and say that you brought ur own from home),2 combination locks.

[@Mastablasta_420]

Wait so u need a combination lock to lock up like a locker or like your stuff I'm confused

[@AP310__]

@@Mastablasta_420 yes for ur locker

[@masonmcgrew9790]

they provide locks also if drill sergeant can pick your combination while youre at chow its considered unsecured so combo locks are a bad choice and they dont allow ear buds in basic bro you must of been usaf

[@dicktation_4769]

Awesome…teaching people how to be lying shitbags from day one when they don’t get what they want.

[@Kxroi]

@@masonmcgrew9790what type of lock would you recommend (marines)

[@SPC_Storey]

also a good idea to bring a powerbank that can last at least 2 or 3 charges, so u don't have to worry about fighting over an outlet

[@masonmcgrew9790]

my cycle didnt allow powerbanks but that was 2019 things may of changed

[@lucivarsadiablo4191]

@@masonmcgrew9790 when I went through in 2003 this was unheard of…

[@NavyChinos]

Definitely stock up on Moleskin!!! Lifesaver, and also- Bring a good attitude and leave your feelings at the door. I was that one they picked on, until Week 3 when DS noticed I had no emotions to give them, they got bored with me and moved on to the next person.

[@8bitwarrior037]

moleskin doesn't do jack. I had it during the forge and I still got a blister the size of Kansas that lasted for like a month

[@wckvn]

We had mole skin issued to us a DS. I used duck tape because it was more accessible. Also, on the day one I bought gele type inserts. If you can make custom inserts in advance, bring them.

[@masonmcgrew9790]

in modern basic training they will actually treat any injuries including blisters and they even provide you with free moleskin its part of the stuff they make you buy in reception

[@NavyChinos]

@@masonmcgrew9790 or you could just stock up prior to BCT and not have to pay for it. Our DS told us if we already had it, don’t buy it

[@masonmcgrew9790]

@@NavyChinos you must of gone to fort Jackson at Benning drill sergeant took all the extra shit we brought like moleskin and locks threw it away and made us buy more anyways

[@reyesI165]

When I went to Navy boot camp they made us pack up everything we brought and mailed it back home😂

[@biz-hop]

That 12inx12in box was so small dude. Barely fit my clothes and shoes in there. I had an RDC who would read old Sunday comics from the newspaper during holiday routine and that was our "TV Time" 😂

[@MrStaybrown]

Marine Corps bootcamp will make you box it or trash it. The box, you will get back upon graduation.

[@itb4255]

@@MrStaybrownWe just got a brown bag that we put our civis in and taped it. Thats all I brought anyway. Wallet and clothes lol.

[@sashacali2425]

I was the teacher's pet.... because I brought nothing😂

[@deborahwhit118]

LIES 🤥🤥🤥🤥NO LOCKS

[@davidbillings5559]

Wow. “Your Cell Phone”. I remember when I went in, we couldn’t even bring AIR. We had to breathe the Air they issued us 😒.

[@BlessingNunoo]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Vampybattie]

🤣🤨

[@Basement811]

Yea vietnam was a while ago

[@davidbillings5559]

@@Basement811 let me guess, what are you? 12yrs old? 10, perhaps? Have you even served🤔?

[@revolutionarythoughtsofman6658]

Yeah it’s a different age now stop complaining

[@eagleybarbo3242]

Been in two years got two more to go the advice I'd give is don't sign shit until you get the job you want and understand what job you are signing for

[@yeffry]

You going out after your contract is done?

[@EmarieNohely]

I was just told this yesterday. 👌🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@evanceaicovschi7230]

Bring a growth mindset. I knew a few guys who couldn't adapt and couldn't deal with the stress in basic.

[@Reaper6207]

Write your name on all your shit with a Sharpie or an engraver. No one admits to "stealing" shit if stolen items are in their possession.

[@YoinkMasterTony]

Damn buncha thieves

[@aayyylmao5207]

Bring 1-3 sets of civilians (shorts/pants, shirt, shoes) so you don't have to buy expensive clothes when you're finally allowed to wear civies. Might vary in location though. This is mainly for AIT when you're given more privileges. When I went through in Fort Leonard Wood, I had to buy shirts and shorts from the PX cause I had no civies other than what I showed up in reception in. AND DON'T BRING TOO MUCH STUFF. I've seen people bring a suitcase and backpack and those people had to run with it + the 2 duffels they got issued from the bus to the basic barracks lmao before it gets locked away.

[@RIPjohnshelby]

Thanks for the advice! My son is joining soon so this is very helpful

[@kubrickenigma7977]

Pack dignified civilian clothing when you aren't wearing PT/bedroom type attire. From this point onwards, you dress to impress, not express.

[@ralphalvarez5465]

Were you at Combat Engineer? I was there for 12 (b) training and we couldn't go off post until the AIT portion of OSUT. My buddies and stayed on post and went to the bowling alley. The guys that went to Waynesville got ripped off. I saved about $1500.00 and we only made $501 per month

[@jimmckinnon7148]

Don't bring golf clubs. You'll have to carry them with you. It happened.

[@wckvn]

The problem was that when I arrived it was end of July. I only brought summer close. By November in AIT when I could wear civies it was pretty cold… there is no way I would bring winter clothes. I just had a basic cheap jeans, running shoes, cheap hoodie and a jacket bought at the PX under $100.

[@kayfaith5058]

Have deodorant and put it on your feet every single day. If you don’t then you won’t be able to get the smell out of your boots. You don’t get enough shower time

[@kubrickenigma7977]

That's a brilliant idea.

[@candyrachor4737]

Since it keeps you feet from sweating it also reduces some blisters/ not all but some. Meaning, because your feet aren't slippery from sweat will reduce the friction that keeps the feet from rubbing raw. Worked for mi in 98.

[@VrejHAI]

​@@candyrachor4737then make sure its antiperspirant instead of deodorant

[@candyrachor4737]

@Kaks Ger yes you are right. I should have said antiperspirant.

[@xloudlife]

That's very smart.

[@ceethree7776]

Definitely have someone that will always answer the phone when you get phone time and call. And don't let home issues drag on you, push through.

[@MelaniesFashionRoom]

💢💢 BANDAIDS FOR YOUR FEETS !!! THE BOOTS WILL HURT YOU.💢💢 This is something I always mention in my channel and people will never forget.

[@god-la-7wins-verdad-942]

Wraps for the feet? Sounds like a good idea

[@riarivera5995]

THEY WILL STEAL ANYTHING!! i had a sketchbook stolen the last day of basic. A sketchbook, why the hell do you need someone else's sketchbook??

[@americanbadger5295]

Siblings?

[@wckvn]

People would steal shit on the first day and the last day. If that’s the equipment you have to turn in, it will be stolen right before you turn in your equipment. If it is personal items with some value, they might be stolen on the last day because people go different ways and expect not to see each other ever. I crossed paths with only 3 folks from my basic in the army later. I didn’t meet anyone from my AIT. I did come across 4 folks from my reclass school. Longer you stay in the army, less likely you would meet them… but it happens in very unexpected situations.

[@masonmcgrew9790]

to sketch

[@neftalimorales5449]

What type of sketches were in there? 🤔

[@adambomb619]

​@@wckvnwhat kind of lock should i bring?

[@ryanpewterbaugh1676]

If you bring your own running shoes they need to be actual running shoes with good support, well made, and conservative in color to even have a chance at wearing them, but don’t count on it without a shoe profile from medical. Purchase large, medium, and small ziplock bags, in one small bag keep your blue book and in another small bag keep a note pad, a small/slim wallet with your eagle card, some cash, and your CAC, a couple of pens, your study sheet you will be given during your yellow phase, and any profiles you receive. These are all inspectable items and must be on you at all times, so keep them all together in a waterproof bag and put them in your camelbak (which also must be full and on you at all times). Also, I brought a wall charger that had 6 usb ports so 5 of my battles could charge off of the same outlet, made a huge difference since there are only a couple of outlets and you’re only going to have a a few minutes to charge and call. And finally, Duke Canon makes a cooling post shave balm that was LIFESAVING when having to have a close shave everyday. Take care of your skin and your feet, you’re already going to be uncomfortable, don’t be miserable!

[@justinmcdaniel5722]

Blue book? Well hello fellow addict!!

[@collinmurphy107]

When you are about to ship off they give you the list of everything you need, you really don’t need like half that stuff, just bring like cheap basic hygiene stuff like a razor (if male) cheap toothbrush cheap small tube of toothpaste, maybe a tiny bottle of soap. You will get issued everything you need the night/early morning you get there. Also the packing list will say (or at least mine did) that everything should fit in the crappy “go army” bag they give you, just bring a backpack, the bag they give you doesn’t work very well and when it ends up in the storage room and if the drill sergeant don’t organize the storage room very well, when people go to get their bags your shit will end up all over the floor. Also I recommend prepacking a bag with civis and anything else you want that’s not contraband that you want for AIT and have your parents bring it on family day.

[@papi1999]

Me a marine: “Yall Have Phones?”

[@ErickaBernie]

You didn’t have a phone that the drill instructors stored while you’re at basic training 🤔 come on now - I have marine drill instructor friends that tells me other wise 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@anthonybeach3003]

Yeah for the Entirety of Training

[@MrStaybrown]

Yup .. my supervisors son went and they talked every evening, emailed, used social media. It's just PE.

[@ralphalvarez5465]

Pathetic, huh?

[@JS-hw9mf]

@@ErickaBernie yes But you never get calls unless you have problems at home

[@almohvn33]

Bring your soul.... cause it is about to change!!!! For the good!

[@jasong4460]

Don't do it! D: Just kidding. Actually, the hardest part of Basic is the kids. Just focus on yourself, ignore the children, don't get involved in any bullshit, and it'll be over in no time. Everything seems so inconvenient in the moment, but in retrospect, it's such a brief part of your life that none of it is going to stick with you.

[@wckvn]

Don’t bring too much stuff. A backpack that has your extra pair of socks, extra underwear and extra shirt, and minimalistic hygiene kit. Cheap reliable watch (G-shock would do), $50 cash. Don’t bring a laptop. Your bag will be thrown a lot, and it will break (I had mini 10 inch cheap netbook that survived). That’s it. You won’t be able to use any of your own stuff after day 1, so no need to have it. Oh, one thing… if you know that you have issues with your feet, you can order 2 sets of custom shoe inserts (one for boots, one for running shoes). You always wanna take care of your feet. I had to buy inserts from the PX… they were okay, but having custom ones would be much better.

[@owenhammond1880]

I would say when you're doing laundry in Basic watch over it like a hawk so it doesn't get stolen. We had a dude get a uniform stolen and another getting all his spare PT uniforms stolen.

[@Pouchy17]

How do you watch ?

[@owenhammond1880]

@@Pouchy17 You watch over the laundry machine.

[@cdrum5994]

You forgot the most important stuff: courage, sacrifice and dedication

[@terrybuggs4004]

I believe running shoes are a basic issue item. Meaning the Army is now required to issue each Soldier a 'physician 'approved' pair of running shoes to help prevent injuries.

[@thebikecast2733]

Bring a fuck ton of stamps people always wanted stamps In my basic also people will pay you to do their fire guard shift you can make a stupid amount of money on that shit

[@user-qm1jt6um1l]

Stamps ??

[@argyllmac333]

Take the time and do the work so you are already in shape to pass your first PT test. I was one of only three in my platoon that past the first test and it was such a relief and motivator.

[@Caboosse16]

Prepare yourself mentally is the most important thing. It’s extremely hard being away from your friends and family. Prepare for the worst and hope for the best. I’d say no flavored cough drops are the biggest thing to get you will get sick your first couple of weeks they are a currency.

[@chandlerM1999]

Don’t bring extra clothes!! I made this mistake and bought socks and underwear before I went to basic that were all white and I ended up trashing them in reception. Pack very minimal. They give you your PT’s the first day.

[@Vampybattie]

Wait I shouldn't bring underwear or bra ?

[@iceJJenny]

@@Vampybattiecurious to know this too

[@imdva]

@@Vampybattie you do laundry everyday, at least when my sister went in. so the ones your wearing when you go in and 1 extra thats it.

[@karonzi]

@@iceJJennythey issue everything there you just bring the outfit you're wearing you all get the same underwear and bra to my knowledge

[@vfdavis42]

The Marine Corp was different. For Basic I only had to bring two things. Myself, and running shoes.

[@Thor13332]

When I went to basic we were issued new balance sneakers. Pretty good shoes

[@theonlineanimal6009]

My tip isn't necessarily about what to bring. But take every chance you get to use the bathroom. Otherwise you might have to hold it for a LONG time

[@celeste2025]

also, to save you time for hit times, make sure your lock opens with a KEY. Saved me so much precious time when in a rush

[@robertcarney689]

you only need to bring a phone and charger, personal hygiene, and any paperwork needed you’ll be good and it makes going home less of a pain you’re guaranteed to have two duffel bags of stuff

[@agentoklahoma9174]

My advice from my brother’s experience is do some physical stuff before you go. Workout a bit, your body will thank you. It won’t fully prepare you for the intensity of basic, but it’s a start. My brother got his leg broken because he didn’t train at all and regretted it.

[@ErickaBernie]

Wow, dang… How’d he break his leg?

[@agentoklahoma9174]

@@ErickaBernie I’m not entirely sure, it wasn’t a massive break, but a small fracture. Small enough to cause pain, but not enough to halt his training

[@ErickaBernie]

Oh so a sprain ?

[@agentoklahoma9174]

@@ErickaBernie maybe? I have to ask when he’s back from his ROTC

[@bigdtakeover]

Bring a postive mindset cause you will clean your weapons for hours even if you get it clean. And be ready for that 12 mile march with mole skin bandages and new socks. Army Strong 👍🏽🔥😃

[@ceasercartel7848]

Bring single dollar bills to buy contraband and use that contraband to get yourself out of fireguard and other light duties. Some will rather get paid in dollars or contraband. Best advice just let it be don't argue, fight, TalkBack or get caught up in how shitty it is sometimes Just let it be no worry be happy

[@GeistView]

The lock should be a combination lock, you risk loosing your keys. BCT, Fort Sill (16R) 1993

[@SirKevin_]

Have your bank account info (account number/routing number) etc. with you so you don’t get signed up for their military bank branch on base that’s trash. If you don’t have it they will automatically sign you up.

[@cappuccinosnephew1382]

The paper with direct deposit or should you memorize it?

[@foreverkelsey7350]

Navy federal is definitely not trash but okay😂

[@MasterEvict]

@@foreverkelsey7350 Navy federal is trash, they have done a lot of fucked up shit like other military credit unions in terms of acting like a loan shark to veterans in need when those are the people they were supposed to help. You’ll make your long term much easier if you close those accounts and get a better credit card provider.

[@reyesI165]

@@foreverkelsey7350 NFCU has been amazing. Over a decade now and never had an issue. I was able to sign up before shipping out too

[@princesszsalon]

Wym

[@deltasierra1774]

Bring stamps and envelopes. Also bring writing utensils. Stamps are expensive as it is and they’re even more at the troop store.

[@kevinm.8682]

Good info, Sergeant! From a former NCO to a current NCO, Thank you for helping the next generation.

[@ErickaBernie]

Happy to help!

[@JaylenHolmes-wz1yb]

They force you to spend your eagle card to buy a running shoes. That was the only must purchase.

[@mrpunchy]

Bring a year supply of tide pods

[@chrismoody7666]

Strengthen your will and your brain will make your body work.

[@mogmognomdom]

Bring extra chargers and sell them

[@PrinceAnt722]

Stay positive. If you go in with any type of negativity, you'll doomed to fail.

[@MrJearley6]

Thank you for this video with tips, but here’s the tip that you should make for another video things not to bring to basic training tell them do not wear a watch and don’t bring a bunch of junk. Just if you can your shirt pants in the shoes you’re wearing. and last release when you go to basic training, pay attention to detail if they tell you to tie your shoelaces, left over right tie them left over right pay attention to detail🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@timemero6894]

Very helpful video. Thank you! I am in Army already but I never watched this kind of helpful tools before I joined. Most crazy part I even did not know how the US Army uniform look like🥹.

[@absoliutenuds]

I brought a hibachi grill to basic training. Best decision ever

[@bloop6812]

What? What branch of the service were you in?

[@absoliutenuds]

@bloop68 bro I was joking. Do not do that 😂 I was an EO with the Navy. Just do something that will benefit you when you get out . The equipment operators working for the city here make 55$ an hour. So if I wanted to do that , I already have the experience.

[@jimmckinnon7148]

​@@absoliutenuds can do! Seabees. Blue stripes.

[@karonzi]

isn't that bad or an idea to be honest

[@davidbright8978]

The marines supplied me with all that, even a lock

[@animelover1607]

Bring a good mindset, go into it with a positive spirit, don't over pack because theres no need for that

[@Bxred-Persxn]

Bring a lock, got some of my shit snatched at reception

[@AMZ19252]

Here for the “back in my day” posts

[@ErickaBernie]

Same

[@Retro_WrathX13B]

For the phone thing, go the extra mile and get a portable battery. The one I got fully charged in like 2 minutes and was good for a couple hours

[@benaviyt1077]

You have a link for that one?

[@Created.Figure]

Thanks ma'am, that helps me know some of what I need

[@BOEING747AMERICUHHQUIT]

Your an inspiration to me im going to go to the airforce when im 18 ❤

[@77f10h7]

I went to basic training in 1988...we didn't have cell phones. interesting..I'm trying to remember what I was told to bring and actually didnt need. i had a lock and running shoes , a journal/calendar type book to keep track of days and record what went on.

[@dalemcilwain]

A book of mailing stamps. I had it secured in my wallet. My drill instructors allowed it. My info is very old because I went to basic way in 1989.

[@dicktation_4769]

There are no thieves in the Army…everyone is just trying to get their stuff back. Day one stuff.

[@Pouchy17]

Thieves.

[@wilburgethers1340]

Madam, you are awesome! Keep up the great work! There is greater things coming to you. Just stay strong ; ARMY STRONG!

[@carsongrover9924]

Thanks a lot for the advice, SSG!

[@Frank-sm9yl]

In '75 we weren't permitted to keep anything that wasn't military issue. After a few weeks we were permitted to go to a pay phone and call our girl friend and parents. They sent you letters and baked goods.

[@ErickaBernie]

Y’all got baked goods back then?! Wow jealous! They don’t keep anything that’s not military issues either.

[@ThisIsTheWay05]

I’m in scouts bsa and I think about these items before I leave for a week long summer camp or a week long backpacking trip. I think about the ten essentials and things I may need when I’m not hiking. Like a notebook for writing and a pair of earbuds for when your neighbor snores to loud.

[@bdubbsmark]

Keep with it! Not getting my eagle is one of my biggest regrets.

[@defnotsolo95]

Bring a good mindset. Shit’ll suck, it definitely did for me when I went to MCRD SD, and yes ik this is army but it applies to all the branches. I wish I would’ve brought a better mindset when I went through, definitely would’ve made the time there a bit easier.

[@briteidea08]

If you bring your cell phone. Bring a battery pack and extra charging cord. Save you from having to find an outlet to plug in. Amazon sells a decent one for about $30 Walmart also sells them cheap. But it’s hit or miss if they work.

[@wyattreino_18]

I have something to add 6. A good competitive mindset

[@Gokenshiba]

What😂 when I went in we had no cell phones and we were allowed 2 phone calls and only received one on the end, DS yelled in our faces, swore at us, they were allowed to touch us lmao. No such thing as stress cards either.. hell I still remember a soldier getting in a DS face and saying your not my dad proceeded to shove the DS who was a 5,4 compared to the soldier who was 6,3 and slammed the soldier on the ground and we all went oh shet

[@Vampybattie]

Cell phone for reception lol not basic

[@Joshua-sk3jc]

A good attitude.

[@gabrieletienne8224]

If you go to Benning i advise you to bring nothing but your phone, literally everything else from paper, pens, pencils, notepads, hygiene, locks, etc. Will be available for you to get during reception, that's what they give the Eagle Cash Card for.

[@creepspilla]

Bring as much as you can possibly bring - maybe four or five large suitcases with as much as can be stuffed in. Also bring some camper chairs, you will need those if you want to take a seat during basic. Also make sure you bring your xbox or playstation, those were total lifesavers when you want to kick back on days when you don't feel like getting up during basic.

[@savagekilla7685]

The sarcasm was thick lol

[@alienkid]

1. NOTHING 2. NOTHING 3. NOTHING 4. NOTHING 5. NOTHING You will be provided with everything down to your underwear.

[@iceJJenny]

dumb question but how are the undies? comfortable? how about bras for the girlies?

[@mattfitness9267]

🔥🔥

[@Kingking-ts8oq]

Absolutely right.

[@steverobson8827]

Bring 3 concubines.

[@godgod3367]

Honestly a few pictures of friends, family, pets, and your significant other go a long way. Also try to get a Bible from the chaplain as soon as possible so you have something to read because there will be some days when you get to “relax” and having something to focus on helps. Lastly, bring your own damn stamps, those px stamps will run your pockets

[@Flyinglotus25]

Portable chargers are key for the outlet fighting

[@avella2100]

Thank you for your service

[@dronevidsandfreedom]

Just actually try when your in bct. My biggest gripe with bct was the amount of people who didn't even try

[@JesusTony]

You can bring a cellphone? That's good but I'll still bring some envelopes and some stamps just in case. Any more tips? Thank you for this advice. I'll be graduating high school in 2023 and I want to take the ASVAB exam before I graduate high school and talk to an army recruiter. I'm real motivated to join the army and serve my country. I'll be doing a 4 or 5 year contract in the army

[@therocksdad8128]

U can’t use your cellphone at all tho😂

[@SoldierAndrew]

Never got to use a phone in basic nor AIT, at Ft Benning Infantry School til before graduation we got one pay phone call to invite two or three family members to our graduation. The new generation recruits getting cell phones in basic & AIT is incredible.

[@ErickaBernie]

Adaptation 🤙🏻

[@kubrickenigma7977]

If the army wants you to have one, they can issue it to you. Consequently, you know you will only ever be able to use it as needed, and with restrictions. This is a good thing. Tell people you came to fight wars as needed, not be dependant on what is an entirely voluntary object like a handphone. Accept that you may be treated differently because of this. Your objective is to become an expert professional in conducting, fighting and winning war. Buy into it. Drink the koolaid. Study Marshal; study Pershing; study Eisenhower. Study Lincoln; study Churchill. Motivation is never out of date. Go to BCT with your own sense of purpose. Let someone else be a cynic. Be the freak who wakes up ready to get things done and never over complains, but is instead humorous and/or stoic about BS; who bears in mind that not everyone who wants to be in the military can and your position of attention is a position of privilege. Protect your property. Get to know people: even if you only meet briefly try yo leave a good impression since you never know who will become what as time goes on. Be comfortable being bored, sleepy, hungry. Be OK with it. Read and write. Read people. Trust and verify. Visualize yourself being a team player. Tell yourself "I can do that."

[@georgecrowley7417]

This right here is how i got through basic at 34 years old 🫡

[@kubrickenigma7977]

@@georgecrowley7417 That's good to hear! I'm certain something of this frame of mind put into regular practice will serve you well.

[@henryjustin1049]

I was in Navy basic training at Great Lakes back in 1977 and was issued everything she is talking about. We give free stuff to illegal immigrants, but cannot issue a lock and writing paper!!! That is sad

[@AA-xk7gy]

Gotta love democrats

[@MrStaybrown]

Marine Corps issues all of that. If you bring anything to Marine Corps bootcamp it'll all go in a box and get stored with the civies you wore until you graduate or get kicked out..

[@AnonDoge]

@@AA-xk7gy Bot ?

[@masonmcgrew9790]

we do issue all of that shes making shit up i went through in 2019 and was given everything

[@FLORIDAMAN03]

Yes bring some good running shoes the ones they gave us sucked had to wear them the first couple of weeks luckily by white phase our drill sergent let us wear the ones we brought from home

[@jamesestes7097]

A toothbrush, 5 envelopes with stamps and addresses already written for your family with at least 3 sheets of clean paper in each, a notebook and at least 4 click pens, shaving kit with packaged disposable razors, running shoes. Maybe a towel if you arrive at in processing on a Friday; you're stuck until the new week begins before you get to your training battalion and while you can take showers, they don't provide anything. At least that was my experience at Ft. Leonard Wood. Remember, everything you bring, you got to carry.

[@roadrashr6]

Don’t go boujie with the running shoes. Pick good review/rating running shoes.

[@abigailminner6595]

It’s also about what NOT to bring. I got a list of so many things to bring and I didn’t need half of it. You don’t need a lot. Just the bare necessities and a notebook with writing utensils. If you’re going Air Force you’ll be in civies for a few days so bring a change of clothes or two and make them comfortable

[@j.s.3414]

Weird how it went from "don't bring your phone, you will get fucked up." To "bring your phones! We have chargers! Maybe you'll be able to make a TikTok with your favorite Sergeant!"

[@ErickaBernie]

Yup! Army changes and adapts!

[@MaNeGo666]

Don't bring anything, but the eagerness to listen, and learn, and not give up.

[@DIOR_Q]

Hell yea sergeant everything u said was true 😂

[@kaigrice4967]

thank you

[@Ser_Redshirt]

The consequences for not showing up are significantly less than if you show up, then try to leave. Do with that what you will.

[@papabear9608]

I did basic training ait at Fort Benning, Georgia in 1978 E-5-1 harmony church or sand hill by the ranger station it’s been so long I didn’t even remember seeing pay phones back than

[@armyguyniko]

Canadian Basic Trainee here - I am currently halfway through BMQ and I just made a video talking about my personal experiences up until this point and how people can prepare themselves for basic training. Its different than US basic, but I feel like a lot of these tips are interchangeable no matter what country or element you may be

[@Spaman42]

Don’t bring anything you that you couldn’t throw out & not fret over.

[@davidtatarian4930]

Dang, when I went through basic they locked up everything we brought and we used pay phones to call home. And I didn't see a shoppet till like the last day before graduation 😂 this the generation has it pretty good

[@qazqa5]

Pack as minimal as possible! Maybe 2 civilian outfits at MOST.

[@Praxufn]

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