Addressing 5 Big Worries New Soldiers Have About Basic Training

Joining the military can be stressful and thinking about BCT concerns some people. Lets go over 5 big worries/concerns new soldiers have.
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[@lethalstain1079]

Graduated OSUT 2 days ago... basic is fairly easy even if you’re out of shape. “SMOKINGS” are not as bad as you may think and over the time of basic they become very easy. I came in unable to do a single push up and left doing 53. All you need to do is push yourself on your personal time and throughout your training. Drill Sargents will always help you with whatever you’re struggling with as long as you’re truly trying your best. Best of luck to anyone who is shipping out soon.

[@maskedwaste5133]

Screenshot. This is going to help me in the near future.

[@hehlix4207]

What is your MOS?

[@lethalstain1079]

Hehlix 11 bravo

[@joshcordon6745]

i ship out jan 6 to benning. im 11 x-ray

[@lethalstain1079]

Josh Cordon 11 X-ray just means your mos hasn’t been officially determined. Once you finish at 30th AG you’ll train as either a regular infantryman (11B) or a mortarman (11C)

[@MattWard89]

Well I didn't mean to hit publish so early but here you go! Haha a few hours early. :)

[@kyber__zin3839]

Matt Ward I went to a recruiter I did every thing I possible can to sign up for the asvab because I fail the practice test twice. Came back after 3 months saying I’m ready to take a practice test told me get your weight up than come back because your skinny gain 20 pounds. Told me your not ready because you need a 50 and above to get in even tho I told them I have a high school diploma. I feel like the recruiter are punking me out

[@zachcramond3252]

LT, shut up. You're videos are basically click bait now.

[@Momsark]

I NEED to know where you got your "shoe shelf"?

[@breakthrough1001]

JUST remember we are all equally hated.

[@sgtsnake13B]

to quote the ever great R. Lee Emery "Here You Are All Equally Worthless"

[@crumply5959]

Have a positive mindset, and just remember that basic training is there to make you into a better soldier or even a better person. You are also paid to learn, exercise, and shoot guns. Way better than working at wendys for 10 bucks an hour.

[@mightymurph3949]

Despite fifteen years of fitness I still feel like I wouldn’t be ready lolx.

[@MattWard89]

I'm sure you are then. If you can pass a APFT you are ready

[@Tdubs_0]

If u can’t ur ready to they let motherfuckers slide all the time

[@alphabarrie4645]

I'm shipping out on December 30 for Fort Jackson.

[@curryreeves1369]

Alphajor Barrie me to man

[@alphabarrie4645]

See u then bro!

[@daryllndemmayah4874]

Jackson March 3rd

[@Relinquished404]

Going there on the 6th of January, so I guess I'm part of the next immediate cycle into BCT after you guys, lol

[@alphabarrie4645]

@@Relinquished404 Perseverance will get us there bro!

[@catchandshooot2871]

I just graduated basic yesterday at fort sill. I started AIT today. It’s really nothing to worry about. Just make sure you do everything you’re told, nothing more nothing less. And keep your battle buddies accountable

[@tiffanyoconnor7712]

noahstalgia did you need to pass the acft or apft?

[@josephdean7006]

Love your videos I have been watching all of them before I leave in January for bct at fort Benning

[@jdquick9526]

I ship to fort Jackson in February for BCT, from there I’ll be in Virginia for AIT as a 15T. I’ve been watching the hell out of your videos and it just gets me super excited. I’ve been itching real bad the past few weeks and I’ve still got two more months. Thanks for your advice man you’re real good at it.

[@itsYourBoyAnthony]

Thank you Matt for all your videos. I’m going to Fort Jackson on December 30. Watching all of your content definitely made me not as worrisome as I though I would be. Keep up the great work man, much respect!

[@CesarLopez-xm7in]

Anthony Francisco I literally just graduated ft Jackson last week it’s super easy the worst part is gonna be the cold

[@skar516]

So am I! See you there brother

[@dezaster0412]

I’m going to Fort Jackson May 27! I wish you the best of luck brother

[@BanditoCarmine]

Bro fucking same. I’ll see you there!

[@alphabarrie4645]

I'm heading to Fort Jackson on the same day too!

[@samyoung5735]

Heading to MEPS hotel now. Going Reserves as a 37F. Off to Ft Jackson OCT 5! Thank you so much Matt for all of your videos. I feel far better your guidance, advice, and perspective than I did before I found this channel.

[@victorescobedo372]

Shipping out on the 30th this helped thanks Matt

[@Ace-hg3vx]

I've always had this urge to join the military in some way but never wanted to do the "real thing", and I say this loosely. Things always convinced me I shouldn't like family, girlfriend of 7 years now fiance, college, jobs. Fast forward I'm 25 now, out of school (with debt), decent 9-5 job, going to get a house and get married next year and thought the feeling of wanting to do this in my life and be a part of something bigger/improve my 5 foot 7 145lbs self with not really alot of skills would go away. Long story short I've watched a lot of your videos and am thinking about the Army Reserves. I don't have a particular MOS in mind, not too big with computers but I mainly want to do something that I could be good at/gain skills and be a supportive soldier in the Reserves. Still on the fence, I don't want to leave and hurt my relationship/job but I feel like I could maintain both. I'm worried about what my job will do if I try to join with being gone so long. I feel like i want to talk to my fiance because her dad was in the army so i feel like she'd understand but i know she wouldn't want me to be gone so long. Plus i feel like a lot of the benefits could really help us. This is a big of a cluster f but i felt like sharing if yourself or anyone wanted or had some advice for me. Glad i got that off my chest lol.

[@joachinroger]

GhostLives Hey man I was in the same situation as you, I got a wife and 2 kids and a solid job........ but I decided to join the army reserve as a 88m, I will leave on March. The thing that made me do it was mainly my kids, it’s a small sacrifice you will do by been away for a few month but in the long run I think it will be Worth it. FYI you job can’t not fire you because you are joining is against the law.

[@Ace-hg3vx]

@@joachinroger hey thank you so much for the reply! I have incredible respect for you and your family and I know that's an even bigger sacrifice than what I would be making. Yeah I heard about that about the job I guess I'm more worried about when I return and I know my performance would be bad since I'd forget alot but maybe I'm just overthinking. For me I feel like I would really regret it later in life and you're right for just a handful if months long term would be incredibly beneficial. I wish you the best of luck in your future, thank you!

[@macburger5026]

@@Ace-hg3vx you can always do national guard or reserves.

[@Ace-hg3vx]

@@macburger5026 yeah I've started considering the reserves. Thank you!

[@Ace-hg3vx]

@@joachinroger I also found out that since I already have the job and am thinking of joining the reserves they actually could not keep my job open.

[@lifegetsus1070]

It’s easy I have gone through it like 6 months ago. People will talk to you. The hardest part is being away from home. But you have everyone else that’s going through the same thing so you will get over it together

[@eduardorbyrne404]

Leaving for Basic Training January 7th Fort Jackson, SC AIT Fort Lee, Airborne school Thank you for all your videos man! Hooahh!

[@ill-skill5504]

eduardo ramirez same here except for airborne school !

[@eduardorbyrne404]

ill-skill see you there bro!

[@marquezmcphatter1675]

Same here

[@dezaster0412]

Airborne, respect

[@derekyou9482]

My advice as a graduate from fort lee 91b, do great in PT and stand out as much as you can to get leadership skills. Gain as much knowledge and skills as you can, again it’s only 6 months in total depending on your mos

[@crowlands4239]

Watched a ton of your videos. Very helpful. Calmed me down a bit these past few months. Leave for Fort Leonardwood Dec 31, 74D. Been doing CrossFit to help prepare. Ready to go.

[@sailalehtonen1412]

I haven't watched any of your videos Inna while, might binge watch later. But nice video and thanks for the info

[@Tinman-1]

Awesome video Matt

[@djs5758]

Good vid Matt good to see u back dropping vids

[@MattWard89]

Thanks!

[@KamiF97]

I just swore in October 18th as a 25B. I ship out February 18th for fort Jackson. I feel like I'm ready but at the same time I'm not. I've been working on my pt as much as I can. I'm looking forward to the obstacle courses they look fun.

[@seanwalsh7264]

Just finished my asvab a couple weeks ago think I’m gonna get into some kind of helicopter mechanic job since that was some of my highest scores

[@dezaster0412]

Sean Walsh aviation all the way!!!!

[@josephconnell5101]

I just got into 15G I ship for basic on January 27th

[@joelavalos9148]

Joseph Connell fort Benning?

[@Fluxnuggets]

Leaving the 30th for fort sill, its gonna be a new experience for sure but im excited

[@TheLadiesman0815]

November cycle at Fort Jackson here. Going back from VBL tomorrow. White phase. This is very accurate! Listen to your drill sergeants and push yourself and it will be easy. The hardest part honestly is dealing with living with 50 other people and getting smoked for people talking and playing around

[@greymort8783]

I just graduated basic, I'm in airborne holdover right now. I have to say basic was 80% bullshit and 20% was a blast. It's pretty easy. Just make it past the first few days and you got it.

[@On1yCrick]

Graduated the 26th of Nov your videos really helped alot but most people worry about the last PT test

[@mhally99]

Thank you for all your videos! I go to basic at Benning January 13th.

[@Stardust069]

Dude me too! Jan 13 to Fort Sill!

[@codybynum2012]

Jan 13 fort sill!

[@rigolabra8167]

Same

[@DrPally-eo5ef]

Why is everyone in this comment section leaving dec 30th for fort jackson

[@MattWard89]

they are trying to start the new year strong. haha

[@DrPally-eo5ef]

Matt Ward Hey, i know you try to respond to as many people you can. Im 6’0 and 230. I dropped 70lbs and ivd been sprinting as much as possible doing 60/120s since i enlisted But, im still a big guy. Do big guys have any disadvantages in basic for simply being naturally big. My body fat is 23% or thats what recruiter tapes

[@Everymans_Echo]

Stay strong brother. 30th is very interesting place

[@taylorlambert40]

Almost done with basic training! today was crazy.. this guy died it was wild but luckily I was there to save his life because I was a navy ranger before joining the army so I was able to parachute down to where he was and issue a field dress kit so he could start breathing on his own. Thankfully I learned from the best my uncle Don.. you might know him as retired navy seal Don Shipley.. anyway I’ll check back in when I finish the rest of my basic training before I head off to pilot school to eventually fly planes for the president in Air Force one.. peace out civilians have no fear I’m here to protect and preserve your freedom

[@callindisciple]

Thanks for the video Matt! I leave Jan 2nd for OSUT at fort Benning.

[@MattWard89]

Nice! Make sure you pay attention to the cold! Definitely buy a nicer pair of socks if you get the chance.

[@callindisciple]

Matt Ward Roger that!

[@bradywallace5881]

Good luck

[@provorto4289]

I’m at Fort Benning right now. 11B, but I’m home for Christmas (yes, we got to come home during basic) just remember your mind will quit before your body does, it sounds cliche but it’s true. It sucks but you chose OSUT so it isn’t easy. Once you get into it and get in the groove it gets easier. When you have your CQ brief at 19:00 telling you what you are doing the next day, and it’s something you really don’t want to do (like the ruck marches at 4 in the morning or gas chamber) just tell yourself it will be fun and that there have been a lot of people that are dumber and less fit than you that have done. You’ll be fine bro

[@callindisciple]

Pro Vorto thank you brother! How is it the first few weeks? A lot of running?

[@owenbconley95]

Hey brother just graduated thanks for all your advice

[@ajgray2178]

I'm shipping to fort Leonard wood dec 30th its gonna suck but I cant wait thanks Matt for all the vids 🤘

[@evanzablocki9346]

My guy, I just graduated there on Nov 7, I hope you like the freezing cold bc it will be below 30s and in the 20s for you. RIP on your FTXs. When you get sniffle gear just remember you they take forever to dry when wearing them and the nice comfy fleece jacket you will get, won't be used. At least I never got the chance to use it. Enjoy your stay at the 43rd for reception you should be done in 4 to 6 days depending if your go across the street on the first ship.

[@dougtheeliminator1077]

Realistically, you should not have any worries. Just go and get through it!

[@ill-skill5504]

I appreciate this vid!! I ship soon!

[@bulldog2964]

"Half right, face! Front leaning rest position, move!" - DS

[@macburger5026]

"down!" - DS "need more!"-trainees "up!" - DS "discipline!"-trainees " *down!* " - DS "need *MORE!* " - trainees " *up!* " -DS " *DISCIPLINE!* " - trainees

[@kahlil5783]

Tbh, basic isn’t bad at all, as long as you go with the mindset that you can do it and don’t lose sight of the goal which is to graduate then you’ll be fine, just stay motivated! (Currently been in AIT for 2 months 25B)

[@ariiii9001]

I’m enlisting when I graduate from high school !! I’m a senior now

[@dezaster0412]

Ny & Ari 4Evaa good luck! I ship off May 27th, I do hope you’re doing your exercises! Make basic as easy as possible for yaself

[@itzstroma468]

Wouldn’t recommend waiting to you graduate because seniors are the top dogs right now for recruiters in other words jobs don’t just stay available longer you wait less jobs you’ll have because like I said seniors are getting first pick for everything now if you wait until you graduate your job MIGHT now be available causing you to have a later ship date usually next year so secure your job now and just because you’re enlisting now doesn’t mean you’ll leave right after high school

[@shaniimarii1789]

Ny & Ari 4Evaa you should start the enlistment process now

[@haydencook682]

Just remember, if the Drill gets in your face, make sure you get right back in his. They respect when a young basic gets all up in their face! Especially if there's several around...take em all on. Let us know how it goes.

[@PNWANT1]

So do I yell back on his face?

[@ThatGuy33121]

So do I scream back at him as well

[@yammyking22]

🤣

[@lezzr.67]

😂😂😂

[@ill-skill5504]

🤣🤣🤣

[@polskalaseczka15]

Thanks for the video Matt. I'm shipping to BCT at Jackson end of January!

[@jamillgreen4182]

Angie'sCorner I’m shipping to BCT at Jackson January 28th

[@polskalaseczka15]

@@jamillgreen4182 we will be there same time! How you feeling knowing its coming up

[@jamillgreen4182]

Omg I’m so excited but nervous

[@polskalaseczka15]

@@jamillgreen4182 what's your mos?

[@jamillgreen4182]

25 Uniform and you ?

[@SerikaOnoeee]

I leave for basic training (Fort Jackson) on December 30. Let's do this.

[@ill-skill5504]

I go Jan 7th!

[@BanditoCarmine]

See you there

[@DrPally-eo5ef]

Ill see you there

[@snowslobber2709]

Currently working towards my ged and joining the army the second I get it , wish me luck

[@dougtheeliminator1077]

The term "smoking" didn't exist back in my day at basic. It was basically, "getting your ass reamed", or "tearing you a new ass", etc.

[@smoke9393]

I'm worried only about failing and not retaining the knowledge the rest i can improve on but this videos helps. I leave for basic 1.28.2020 11x Hooah! 💪🔥

[@leoarias8664]

Patiently waiting to ship out may 12..... wish it would come faster.

[@alexalas4098]

Leaving December 30th Fort Jackson.

[@raeturner5015]

I leave soon and this helped so much!! Also anyone else shipping to fort sill in February?

[@omni-panda137]

Leaving for army basic at fort Benning on january 7th, wish me luck

[@banardadams8776]

Graduated basic at fort Jackson the 5th

[@sajmuhammad8860]

Reception on feb 17th I’m ready to go eat 🤯💪🏾

[@xvicebro7834]

Basic was not as hard for me and I was out of shape. I had a friend who lost 50 pounds in 6 weeks working his ass off and AGR (ability group runs) and PT doing muscle failures. Rucking was something new to me and the forge was crazy. Glad I did it tho 3-60 echo company 1st platoon troopers DS penly and SDS Delarm 🇺🇸

[@drewcastro7592]

Just turned green yesterday getting ready for AIT to turn blue. Honestly it sucks because 11b Infantry turned into a 22 week cycle. Everything is doable just make sure you take care of your feet. Them ruck marches suck especially the 10 mile one. The smoking are not bad only in the first 72 hours.

[@BanditoCarmine]

No lie I have all of these worries lol I ship out for Fort Jackson December 30th

[@alphabarrie4645]

No worry about friendship, you got me!

[@croisant772]

the thing im most worried about isnt pt im in a good shape and im ready but its actually the sleeping i have a hard time dealing with lack of sleep idk how to improve

[@ivanmiguel1300]

Just graduated Jackson. Heading to my Ait

[@drewcastro7592]

Just turned green in Fort Benning I will have Ait in the same place

[@treviasmr5056]

I’m going to Fort Benning, GA January 28th! I’ve been binge watching your videos and needless to say I’m nervous about the physical part 😬 My MOS is 19 Delta (Calvary Scout)

[@joshalley3339]

Flamed Trevi same here bud got a snap?

[@treviasmr5056]

Josh Alley yeah it’s flamed.trevi

[@treviasmr5056]

Josh Alley what’s yours?

[@YouReallyDontKnow]

I graduated basic at Benning this past February as a cab scout and I was terrible at the physical stuff when I first got there. What’s your worries or questions? Maybe I can help

[@treviasmr5056]

YouReallyDontKnow I’m just overweight (I’m within tape standards so I’m good to go) but I don’t want to be that one guy who is always in the back. I can do roughly 35 push-ups and 35 sit ups, but it’s the running part I’m worried about. I know my recruiter told me Cav scouts have to be like super fit, so it’s just worryful I suppose. Do you have snapchat or Instagram or anything?

[@kierstinknott7141]

This video is so helpful, thank you! February 4th Fort Jackson 💪🏽✨

[@macburger5026]

enjoy the cold, especially in 120th reception where theyll have you outside in formation for no reason for hours and hours.

[@kierstinknott7141]

looking forward to it 😂😁

[@shotwins8547]

Leaving December 31st for Fort Benning 11x option 40 air borne ranger!!

[@chriscarbajal8371]

Sho Twins same here bro

[@hillowl3676]

I'm at basic right now on a pass. Don't worry. It's a lot easier as long as you don't focus on the bad stuff! Enjoy yourself while your here! It's good to get smoked! We need the exercise! Maybe not for 4 hours... But it's almost never actually that bad.

[@TrulyClark]

I leave for basic in January I’m gonna be at fort benning for basic and AIT 19 delta cav scout

[@Roseblade-om8zx]

Im shipping out December 7th, 2019. Im beyond nervous as a female my run time is terrible any advice will help I want to push myself through this but I dont feel ready at all

[@huntershaw5797]

Hey Matt I really liked this video and I was also wondering because I’m wanting to do infantry but I was wondering how long would I be deployed at a time and how long do you get to be home after you come back from deployment, And also could you do a video or maybe just talk about what AIT is like for infantry soldiers and how long and if they are strict on you.

[@MattWard89]

Infantry doesn't do AIT it's all OSUT so the DS relax a little but not much considering they stay the same. But deployments are maxed at 9months now. The way it's supposed to work is however long you are deployed you have to be home for twice that long before you can deploy again. At least having them tell you that you have to deploy.

[@huntershaw5797]

Matt Ward thank you

[@antoniojohnson4890]

Thanks for this I leave for OSUT in fort leonard wood January 21st

[@lifegetsus1070]

It’s going to be cold really cold

[@hemishemisphere7015]

@YungWillow Xx same here see ya there

[@hemishemisphere7015]

@YungWillow Xx Thanks brotha, you as well

[@evanzablocki9346]

I just graduated last month RIP on your FTX and morning PT, I still feel bad for my guys in AIT there.

[@natewelsh110]

Shipping to Basic Dec 30 2019 to Fort Benning. 11 Bravo

[@cane5566]

30th is hell OSUT is red phase 24/7 but it does get easier Graduated Dec 20th

[@Kingalpha05]

You have the 30th Bde!!! (The arrows are suppose to face up tho)

[@MattWard89]

Thanks, sometimes it's hard to tell if I don't know it from seeing it somwhere. lol

[@lyfefun4826]

I go to meps tomorrow

[@joshalley3339]

January 30 19D Fort Benning

[@yourfavoriteangel8459]

I leave March 3rd, fort sill, I’m a 13 bravo... I’m kinda nervous i mean I can pass my pt but I’m still scared as hell!

[@_just.trevor2489]

Bad_milkz I chose the same MOS how is it

[@CalebStriplin]

Leave February 2nd, going 11X with a option 40

[@lamarstation9761]

Fort Jackson January 20!

[@venicesaint1500]

Ok We all see that youtube plaque in back ok👌🏾👏🏾

[@donny5646]

December 30th 31B OSUT @ FLW

[@LeetheOG89b]

I leave for Basic on June 2 of next year

[@emilydove8903]

I’m a royal Canadian army cadet right now after I graduate I hope to join the real deal your videos are great motivation for me thanks so much ❤️ love your videos 💕

[@whiteamerican1988]

This is about the US Army. You won't even come close to meeting our standards.

[@emilydove8903]

White American your limitation is only your opinion I can respect that but I assure you I’ll soar higher than everyone’s standards have a nice day 💕

[@rytheguy97gaming]

Enlisting as soon as possible just getting my cardio and push-ups back where I want them. Hoping to get 31k for my mos

[@whiteamerican1988]

You're not getting that MOS. It's a fact that the position is too highly requested due to new recruits like you thinking it's available, which it never is. The soldiers in that position pretty much retire from it and never give it up. In short, unless you want to wait for one of them to retire, pick a different MOS.

[@rytheguy97gaming]

@@whiteamerican1988 I will keep trying until I see a position available, however it's not my only interest but it is up there with the rest of them. I appreciate the info on that mos as well I kinda figured whoever holds those positions would stay in them but you know it's worth a shot at the least

[@FirstnameLastnamee]

My fatass is considering enlisting, but I need to really get myself in shape before I’m 17/18

[@macburger5026]

good luck. You know you'd not only have to work hard to get in shape but also for the Armys height/weight body fat standards plus the Army's new PT test ( which in some ways might be harder than the Marines' test) plus (if you're going active duty) you'd have to work yourself up to the army's PT standards period. We and the Marines do the most hard running of the branches plus we do ruck marches, which if you don't know are these marches where we wear huge backbacks and have to go miles and miles often in time limits. You'd also have to be in good enough shape for other physical things about the army like the motor pool where lots of soldiers (one difference we have compared to other branches) go all day lifting heavy crap like tents and other things in and out of storage sheds.

[@raeturner5015]

You got this dude, I dropped 30lbs to enlist and now I leave in 2 months. If I can do it you can

[@whiteamerican1988]

Workout 6 days a week, leg workouts should hit cardio (not as bad as running), ab workouts, and arm workouts. High protein, low carb diet will help. Make sure your calories match to what you want to do (lose fat or gain muscle mass/strength). Build your stamina and always push past your limits, they will make you do it anyway and punish you more if you don't look like you're trying.

[@lukemoen5156]

I’m more worried about reception then anything lol

[@comrademajor12]

Graduated basic on Friday at Fort Sill and waiting as a holdunder at my AIT until January.

[@tiffanyoconnor7712]

Triple Threatened did you guys have to pass the acft or apft to graduate?

[@comrademajor12]

Tiffany O'Connor At Ft Sill we did the ACFT and I’m not sure about other bases.

[@tiffanyoconnor7712]

Triple Threatened oh ok so you guys needed to pass all the events for the acft to graduate basic?

[@comrademajor12]

Tiffany O'Connor No. I remember if you failed an event they made you take the APFT. And I know people that failed the APFT and still graduated. Not sure if the drill sergeants were just nice or if the ACFT is simply waivered. I know for a fact that the leg tuck event is waivered.

[@tiffanyoconnor7712]

Triple Threatened ok thank you for letting me know, this definitely puts me at ease. Leave in less than two weeks and a little worried about this new pt test

[@samuelcoon7118]

31-Bravo Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. February 4th. Anyone else?

[@RaulGonzalez-cq8lz]

I ship out to fort benning in a week and I’m so nervous

[@alyssablue6988]

How was it? I ship out in three weeks for fort Leonard wood and I’m pretty nervous

[@jonathanwilliams5014]

Hey Matt, I’m considering enlisting then going to OCS after I graduate college. I know I have to go to BCT first, but I’ve heard OCS is harder physically. Is this true? Not really a turn off if it is, I’m just trying to prepare myself.

[@macburger5026]

I'm sure in OCS you'll most likely do even more running which is why so many officers love to do nothing but run.

[@18photonerd]

I do more weight lifting than running and sit-ups . I’m very nervous about the beginning pt test I’m not a slob but it still scares me.

[@DrPally-eo5ef]

18photonerd Running affects your sit ups. Everyone fails there first almost its why you are there to get stronger

[@MattWard89]

Just focus on doing some sprints aka 30/60 and 60/120s

[@LittleKerr]

What if you have food allergies? Or you don't understand how to do something?

[@AlecDaStar]

If you re-enlist, do you keep your same Job or can you pick a different one?

[@crystalrivas2272]

Alec Pointer you can pick a new one if you want to change ur mos. Only if you re-enlist

[@goosechode7692]

Hey...I have that shirt 😂

[@MattWard89]

hahaha

[@iximmalicexl9749]

Basic March 9th fort woods

[@curryreeves1369]

i leave December 30th fort jackson 15u

[@picklepanther8357]

Dang, I didn’t even realize I was early

[@poopdealer7505]

Haha same

[@patrioticamerican6414]

What happened if you fail marine boot camp

[@trenthamlin4805]

I’m worried about going in and then being drawn off task to do somthing else, or going in sign a contract and be given a diffrent job. I want to be a 15w and will not sign unless I get that because it’s the only thing I really want to do.

[@evanzablocki9346]

The list update everyday, dont let the recruiter convince you to take another job. You might be waiting for a while so that's the only thing.

[@trenthamlin4805]

Evan Zablocki I mean like once I’m in and I have my mos my fear is they will put me on somthing else.

[@YouReallyDontKnow]

Once you sign that contract that says what your MOS is and you ship out to basic then they can’t change your MOS UNLESS you want to change it OR you fail every PT test in basic and they are forced to put you in a different job. That’s really it. Or if your unit gets folded over and merged with a different unit that is primarily a different MOS then they might have you switch, but that’s rare and they still probably won’t MAKE you change MOS, they’ll just give you the option to change if you want. If you sign a contract with your MOS on the paper and you can pass a PT test in the 3-4 months you’re there then you will be fine my man.

[@ItsPapaEddy]

The only thing I was concerned about is my wife and kids and how they’re doing without me. But one thing that everyone with their own family needs to learn is to accept that you’re gone and there’s almost nothing you can do to effect anything going on in the real world

[@wtg93]

How old were you went you went in? I have a wife and kids and I'm 28. Thinking of joining the reserves.

[@ItsPapaEddy]

@@wtg93 I enlisted about 2 weeks before I turned 19. If your wife and kids can financially and emotionally handle you possibly being gone for up to 30 weeks (68W for me, a little longer than some) then the reserves aren’t a bad option for someone who wants job training on the government dime

[@wooorwell4072]

My recruiter always keep telling me to calm down XD. Getting shipped at Mar 4th

[@ThatGuy33121]

Same hes always like relax you got this 😂😂

[@dezaster0412]

I get shipped may 27th, good-luck man

[@cjay4152]

DezAster and Woo Orwell Did you guys have earlier ship out dates? And what are your mos?

[@dezaster0412]

C Jay I get shipped out that day because I’m a high school student. MOS is 92 Fox but I’ll be with an aviation unit so it’ll be easier for me to become a pilot when the time comes

[@ninalovee2869]

Hey Matt, So I’m going to basic training on December 30th and I have a serious question for you that I’m VERY worried about!! Is there anyway I can message you? Thanks!

[@fernandofernandez2286]

Nova Sosa post the question on reddit and you will get tons of respondes

[@kameronspencer4863]

I’d go back to basic literally 7 days a week. The real army is so much more bullshit than basic. My least favorite part about basic was literally not having my phone. If I had my phone, believe me, I would have never wanted to leave.

[@rithe07]

What about not understanding what the drill sergeants are saying?

[@MattWard89]

You generally get one chance to ask them a question if you don't understand. after that it's on you. So ask questions when you have the chance

[@AgiDaKinG]

I feel too many people think basic training is like a Special Forces selection process. They lose sight of what basic training is designed to do, and that's to take a civilian and turn them into a soldier. And remember by the time you get to basic training the Army has already spent thousands of dollars on you so they're going to make sure you succeed so that they protect their investment. So just go in with a open mind, do what your told, listen to the instructors and give it your best and you're going to graduate.

[@connorquinn6619]

Hey Matt is there food for people who are gluten free

[@ghoulishpugold2348]

2 week for my asvab :(

[@maskedwaste5133]

Any advice on which branch to join? I'm weighing the pros and cons of joining the Army or the Marines, and when I should join. I haven't graduated from High school yet, but I want to plan my moves before I make them. I need help with finding out which is more for me and what they do. I haven't found good help. 😅 Help me please Matt.

[@jusslookin9826]

Depends on how much crap you can handle and your mos

[@macburger5026]

Masked Philosophy You can't be serious. If you had any sense in your head, especially with much more prominent crowdsourced information about the differences of the branches, you'd want to join the Air Force or Navy or Coast Guard ( work smarter, not harder). I'm Army. Between the Army and Marine Corps, they're *BOTH* arguably the worst branches to be in. The Army would arguably be a better choice, since it's second from the worst vs Marines being the #1 worst.

[@garretthudson8147]

mac burger why do you say this

[@ZiloxClan]

Basic wasn't bad at all. It's surprising how good everyone seems to get along, yeah there's annoyances here and there but for the most part yall are close. The smoke sessions get easier, dont take it personal. If you're worried about being out of shape, just try as hard as you can during PT and smoke sessions, I've seen guys lose 30 pounds in the short time. Don't take anything personal and enjoy it as much as you can, it will all fly by

[@Earthislife1031]

When you get the basic just suck it up and drive on and drink water you'll be fine.

[@hzy23]

Most important tip of all that’s going to basic Embrace the suck you’re about to face 😂