Addressing Future Soldier's Biggest Worries About Basic Training

[@1231231231231231able]

I bet you won’t like my comment Matt

[@MattWard89]

Well, if I like it then you won't know it's me so I'll

[@JohnDoe-or3cl]

Coming down from 320 lbs @ 248 right now, just tryna finish dropping the weight👊

[@LordRagu]

Congrats man keep up the hard work! Not everyone knows how hard it is to lose weight and keeping up with it!

[@JohnDoe-or3cl]

Lord Ragu appreciate it man🤙

[@loganstone6461]

Hey man i'm down 20 from 320. I'm trying to get to 224 for my weight limit to join up. What are you doing to lose the weight and how long have you been doing it. I'm trying to drop mine within 9 months

[@JMedic88-]

Hell yea man kick fucking ass and take names youll get there

[@JohnDoe-or3cl]

Logan Stone been running my ass off and eating plain oatmeal and plain tuna. That’s about it to be honest.

[@timothyhudnell915]

I just came back from BCT from fort Benning last Friday night and I have good news for anyone that is worried about the peanut butter shot. They actually don't give it anymore at 30th AG reception battalion (reception). They give you around 4 different shots at reception and you'll have to give a bit of blood but no peanut butter shot, trust me I was worried just like some of you guys! Good luck to you guys shipping off soon as well!

[@thatdudenurse4023]

Thanks for that! Ill be at Benning in a week

[@bf3947]

To an extent, injuries can be prevented too. Stress fractures are relatively common, and they can be prevented. If you've never run much before, do some light running and gradually increase how much you run. It will increase bone remodeling and make them much more fracture resistant.

[@shawnwilloughby1003]

Some physical preparation before training can help reduce the risk of injury. Putting yourself in a position where you will undergo high levels of physical stress, without getting ready beforehand is irresponsible.

[@KamiF97]

Every time I watch your videos I'm more relaxed about basic training cause you've been answering the questions in my head. I'm gonna enlist in the army sometime next year and then millions of questions go through my head etc. Then I watched most of your videos now I'm more relaxed and know what to expect for basic. I want to try my hardest. I know I'm gonna struggle with the pt but I know I can do it if I push myself. My husband is in the army. We don't have long here at Lackland were hoping to go to ft gordan next year. Honestly I'm excited about joining. It gives me a better future for me and my family. You're awesome and you're videos are awesome and very helpful. 😁

[@mathewadrian21]

I’m just worried about my stamina and push ups

[@thatdudenurse4023]

Im worried about my running stamina. I dont want to start walking during a 5 mile running cadence or something

[@TangoGulf]

@@thatdudenurse4023 same here man

[@Momo7O7]

Work on it, ain’t nun to it but to do it

[@arsenalr0ck332]

@@thatdudenurse4023 lucky for you that is the easiest thing to fix. Just run every day and you will improve a ton

[@rickwalker9196]

ZevGotNoBev as well as walking 4 or 5 miles with some weight like 35 lbs or so. Worked for me. Improved my 2 mile by 10 mins from running and rucking.

[@partrickm99]

Sitting in airport on the way to reception, this really helped.

[@robertjames7681]

skeletor good luck man

[@angell5003]

skeletor Good Luck!!

[@gabrielunderhill]

You, Evan Shanks, and ChrisFix uploaded with in 10 mins what the hell

[@jakobybarra8178]

Ur Madré that’s what I’m saying now I have something to do for half a hour

[@dylanclark9488]

Within a month I went from being able to do 13 push-ups and dying to 24 in minute. I still can't do sit-ups and I'm worried about running too slow.

[@WTA_]

We only had two people out of ~140 fail their last physical fitness test. One of them ran a 33-minute two mile on their first run but couldn't make it past 21 minutes by graduation. We had someone do 3 push ups on the first APFT and pass by graduation. They will get you fit.

[@therandomguy1966]

Congratulations i tried to get in shape like 2 days ago so I ask my friend for help he made me do 100 push ups... The thing is that i over did it and now im so sore that i cant utilize my arms because of the pain. Btw i couldnt do the 100 push ups

[@natec6180]

Keep at it man I was the same, I can do 50 in a minute now.

[@matthewmalure8730]

Congrats on that Sponsorship man! Ya love to see it

[@greyson5933]

I graduated BCT back in January and I still love watching these videos

[@MarsLaFox]

Why does everyone seem to be shipping August 27th/28th?

[@LordRagu]

Typically people look up videos of BCT before shipping out, so thats why. Im not leaving all the way till June

[@MarsLaFox]

Lord Ragu I leave in June also

[@thatguytaycole9617]

I leave the August 27th

[@thatguytaycole9617]

PH4NTVM Fort Benning

[@randomperson9719]

PH4NTVM hell yeah!!!! See you there the 28th

[@HippoInMotion]

I plan on going 11b when I join, currently down 20 pounds about 20 more to go! The only thing that’s bothering me is eagle tower at benning... I HATE heights, I know everyone does it it’s just the only thing bothering me.

[@shawndeek5202]

Who’s leaving in September?

[@dillonmarshall6691]

Ft. Jackson ship date is September 4th

[@crypto3098]

Shiba Inu i leave on the 28th of aug so in like 1 week

[@blu_pitbull2751]

Ft LeonardWood shipping September 4th

[@DG_2725]

28th of August

[@eidriBhu]

Ft. Jackson September 17th

[@mally4457]

I started watching you back in April when I was thinking about enlisting to the reserves and almost 6 months later and I'm shipping in 12 days.... and still watching you!! You've helped me and so many other people through this scary but exciting journey! THANK YOU!

[@smeutr1]

My biggest worry is the shaving every day part. My skin is sensitive when I shave

[@hacku6612]

Worst parts of the gas chamber are being smoked b4 you go in so ALL your pores are open ( too maximize the burn), and the never ending stream of SNOT on face, uniform, and shoes after you come out into fresh air. Definitely not something worth sweating (excuse the pun)!!

[@masterdoubleyou]

So, cool fact. I swore into the National Guard last Wednesday and I have Drill this weekend. Shipping to Benning for BCT Dec 31st. 11B

[@johndaman4863]

What state?

[@robertoramos5016]

Shipping for Benning Jan 2nd 11b

[@roan1678]

JPWhatsItElder RSP?

[@nikoportokalis9251]

Roberto Ramos same here. Maybe we'll be in the same company.

[@masterdoubleyou]

@@johndaman4863 Texas

[@devoncoil6207]

I want to thank you so much for making your videos it helped me out quite a bit everything I was wondering about the army was answered so thank you and your videos are helping me get more prepared for the army

[@0percentraidwin752]

I've known of your account for over a year, but really havnt started watching until a month or so ago because I joined the Army. Watching your videos have really helped me get over fears and prepare myself. Fitness, Land Nav, to even the ranger roll, I learned because of you. I have been doing pushups for 2 weeks constantly. I have always been athletic but I was never good at it. Im doing 50 pushups in one minute now after only 2 weeks of pushing myself after only able to do 20something. From a 35N leaving this Sunday to Sill, thanks.

[@tonyhobson356]

Every time I click on a Matt Ward video I like it before I watch because I know I’ll love it.

[@Lauren-vw3cn]

I've lost 115 and have like 17 more to go aaaaahhhhhhh

[@andreavoland6596]

What r u doing to lose that weight

[@loganstone6461]

yes please let us know what you are doing to drop the weight!

[@Lauren-vw3cn]

Well... not healthily by any means, but I was desperate and needed to cut the bs asap. So I did/do the Cabbage soup diet, heavy restriction on and off, cardio like no tomorrow. Basically cut out everything good in my life (food-wise). I'm not recommending it, but that's what I did/continue to do ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@dakotawest5557]

@@Lauren-vw3cn what is the cabbage soup diet

[@dakotawest5557]

@@Lauren-vw3cn jw cause I have 120 lbs to get to required weight

[@greymort8783]

It's not hard. Just listen and do as your told. Show up mildly fit and you'll be fine.

[@jonraeljames6212]

I love your videos!! Im training right now to get in shape. I want to go see a recruiter by december. Your videos are really helping ease my mind! Thanks again!

[@WTA_]

The recruiters are incredibly friendly. The earlier you go the better job you'll get. I waited until March when I graduated HS in May, I wish I would have gone in like November.

[@jonraeljames6212]

@@WTA_ my main problem is i need to get my fat% down

[@GunShot2017]

I get ship to Basic training on September 9th, going to Fort Leonard Wood for Basic and AIT 12B. Also you and few other soldiers who post videos like these have helped me, not fear Basic training not. Its helped me look forward to Basic, I wanna say thank you man.

[@VALDiesel01]

Your chances of getting recycled are quite minimal, unless if you're a sh*tbag and get negative councilings or you get injured to the point where you can't complete graduation reauirements. Otherwise, your Drill Sergeants WILL square you away, WILL make sure you succeed.

[@pgh45rpms]

At the half-way point in basic I developed bursitis under both kneecaps, attributed to so much standing and marching. I received cortisone shots under both knees, that wasn't very pleasant. Concerned that I would be set back, I met privately with my instructor who explained that a doctor's order was considered a direct order that I had to follow., For five days I had no PT and missed both trips to the obstacle course. My instuctor confided that I had done well so far in basic, and that once the five day excuse expired, I should still be able to pass the PT test and 1.5 mile run, if I applied myself. I passed with flying colors and had no setback.

[@forrestang]

I went to see a recruiter to day to talk about reenlistment. I tell him I want an option-40 contract... and he tells me the line... "Well you know, once you get in the military, your options kinda open up, so you'll likely get to go to ranger school." And I just think to myself... 'here we go.' I think this is actually a new recruiter, coz he didn't have any business cards yet, and the other guys in the office seemed to have more answers. I didn't stress about it today, because I have to get my DD-214(contacting the main office b/c mine was lost in a flood) to see if I'm even still eligible to reenlist due to my age. But if I'm eligible, I'm not going w/o that option-40.

[@MattWard89]

hahahaha yeah if you want that option-40 it's better to get it now, even if you have to wait a little bit than HOPE that you can get a it a few YEARS potentially down the road. lol

[@TheMrIVXX]

has anyone tried having dollar shave club shipped to basic?

[@Eruptor1000]

What about land nav? I'm stupid and I'll struggle.

[@kansasnative1685]

I return to Basic in FT L.Wood this Saturday coming back from Con leave

[@bayliecook1677]

Anyone else leaving September 4th to Leonard wood??

[@georgemaxwell3467]

I lasted 3 weeks as the platoon guide back in 87...

[@marcushall509]

If you're recruiter doesn't want to take you to your reserve unit before basic training. Can you go on your own.

[@jullyancrosswhite5809]

Thanks Matt for another great video! I am leaving for Ft. Jackson September 5th and have been a little bit nervous about it.

[@cristianramirez5974]

Ship to Fort Jackson on the 7th of January. Super excited!

[@traviscrawford6367]

I leave for fort benning on on Aug 28 thank you for the videos

[@charlesanthony4693]

This is what my Senior Drill Instructor told us at the start of BCT, "It is not that hard but it is not that easy". It was learning to do things you have never done before and having to deal with MASS PUNISHMENT. You will get sick especially if you go through during the Winter Months like I did at Benning. There will be some who are Prior Service and some who are Reservists and National Guardsmen. The advantage you have today is you will not spend hours and hours spit shining boots like we did. The only thing that is still shined today is the brass and low quarter shoes. Back then we had Summer Green Uniform, Winter Green Uniform, Green Overcoat, and the Khaki Uniforms. BCT is not impossible. It is not quitting no matter how much it sucks. It is saying over and over others did it so can I and never giving up. If you are Infantry like I was then it will be marching and at times double timing everywhere you go. It will be lots of rucking and lots of PT. You will drop 20 pounds or more. NEVER BE THE LAST MAN BECAUSE YOU WILL HAVE TO HOLD THE MESS HALL DOOR OPEN AND BE THE LAST ONE TO GET SERVED. THE DI'S WILL YELL AT YOU TO MOVE OUT SO YOU WILL NOT GET TO EAT UNLESS YOU SWALLOW IT QUICKLY AS YOU ARE PUTTING YOUR TRAY AWAY. ALWAYS BE IN THE MIDDLE AND PAY ATTENTION TO WHAT IS GOING ON SO YOU ARE NOT A SCREW UP. DO NOT BUY CANDY UNTIL YOU ARE ALLOWED TO DO SO AND DO NOT GO TO THE GUT-TRUCK OR GET CAUGHT AT THE GUT-TRUCK BECAUSE YOU WILL GET SMOKED AND PUT ON PUNISHMENT. ALWAYS REFER TO OFFICERS AS EITHER SIR OR MAAM, DI'S AS DRILL SERGEANT AND NCO'S AS SERGEANT OR CORPORAL THE 1SG IS CALLED FIRST SERGEANT. NEVER FORGET BECAUSE YOU WILL GET SMOKED AND PUT ON PUNISHMENT A TIP I DID NOT KNOW WAS TO LEARN THE RANK STRUCTURE AND GENERAL ORDERS BEFORE BCT MAKES IT EASIER THERE WITH SOMETHING LESS TO LEARN

[@nathanrodriguez963]

I ship out this following Tuesday South Carolina xD

[@rattlestc9928]

If I receive the ROTC scholarship, I am a senior this year. Could I still go to boot camp and be in the reserves like you while I attend college on the scholarship? That way I can do ROTC but go to boot camp too

[@MattWard89]

No

[@WTA_]

We had 5 people in our BCT Company with the MOS '09S' (Officer Candidate) who completed BCT while in ROTC. I'm not sure what their method was, but talk to a recruiter or the leader of ROTC at your university of choice.

[@caitlynhadolt8425]

I'm wondering if Australian army is anything like the American army. Our entry fitness test is different to America, we do the beep test instead of a 2 mile run. I don't even know what 2 miles is in kilometers 😂

[@Homer890]

Caitlyn Hadolt like 3.4 ish kilometers

[@clearthought9736]

They don’t do peanut butter shots anymore I heard

[@mcoleman6834]

Ladies and gentlemen, I went into the Army July of 1983 after 10 months in the DEP. The availability of information then was virtually non-existent. Most recruiters cared only about getting the signature. Any useful information came from family or friends. The resources available today are a world apart. For a potential enlistee to not use them just makes their transition harder. Keep it up, Lieutenant. You are doing a world of good.

[@miguelrodriguez5078]

Im a senior in high school and I completed basic at fort Leonardwood this past summer I'm a split OP so I go back to do my ait this upcoming summer I'm a 31B but to get to my point the gas chamber had no affect on me which was weird my Ds made me go through it twice

[@johnmullally8711]

Buy American - Dollar Shave club is German

[@johnmullally8711]

Nevermind - its Californan

[@alyssademuth4568]

These videos help so much, not because I'm joining but because my husband is in BCT at Fort Benning right now and its just helpful to know what hes up to I guess? He's moving into Blue Phase the 24th so he's so close to being done. Anyways, always appreciate the videos man, they are really damn helpful.

[@loganstone6461]

Have you made a video about pets in the military? If not that would be great!

[@egrikku8602]

Can't have cats or dogs if you're in the dorms. Can only have fish or one reptile. If you're married and living on base housing you are limited to 2 small animals, like two cats and two dogs or one of each.

[@FornoDan]

Bathroom breaks?

[@bennydrives]

I’ve lost about 20lbs to meet tape. Anyone leaving for fort Jackson on 9/11?

[@bennydrives]

Alex Roberson 89b ammunition specialist. How about you

[@bennydrives]

Alex Roberson nice a guy I was just in meps with got that but yeah good luck bro I as well know I’m going to need it lol

[@forrestang]

Something else... Iv'e never personally seen it, but I wonder if people actually get recycled for failing their basic marksmanship qual? It seems hard to do coz they REALLY seem to try to get EVERYONE to pass that thing. And the gas chamber imo, is one of those things that some people just aren't that bothered by. Matt seems to be ok with it... I saw a guy in my platoon who basically just had watery eyes and a runny nose. But me... I thought I was literally going to die. I even think I accidentally pushed one of the Drill Sargeants. I can't remember but he was like, "Don't put yo hands on me private!" Then he pushed me to the ground... LOL.

[@jadendeason5858]

Went from 230 to 180 in 4 months. All you gotta do is cut down on your caloric intake, eat healthy and excersice. (Pushups are a huge help!!!!!!)

[@scruffsman4888]

Graduate tomorrow Bravo 1-46

[@MattWard89]

Congrats!!!!

[@danielsalazar9577]

Imma be there to snip you guys. I have been hired to do so. I can't reveal my clients though

[@ayedriantee]

Scruffsman what basic were u at?

[@ayedriantee]

Scruffsman nvm it’s benning

[@KamiF97]

Yay. Congrats

[@rywhyyy6299]

I ship out Sept 4th. Also, I'm only 1 pound below my max weight allowed. Will They hold me back at meps before I leave? Should i fast for the next week?

[@kylieb5334]

I love your videos so much they help me a lot. Thank you for these videos keep making good videos!! How many shots do you get?

[@michaelwilliamson8928]

I got three at reception and two near the end there the most aggressive shots I've ever had but it's easy

[@kylieb5334]

Michael Williamson ok thanks. I was wondering because I really hate shots and that’s the only reason why I don’t want to join 😂. Thank you for your service

[@javiertzz]

Hey Matt, your videos are super helpful, I’ve been watching them for the past week. I’m not born in the US but I’ve been here for about good 14 years, I’ve always wanted to join and serve the military, but never looked up enough info and let people talk me out of it in the past because “It’s not my country” and the first (and maybe only) thing that came to their minds in regards to military was “Call of Duty”. But now I’m looking forward to do it before I get older (31 y/o)

[@dillonmarshall6691]

Anybody shipping Ft. Jackson September 4th?

[@KillaWhale209]

Dillon Marshall right here bud , see ya there

[@dillonmarshall6691]

@@KillaWhale209 Atlanta MEPS?

[@KillaWhale209]

California! 13Foxtrot

[@KillaWhale209]

Sacramento MEPS is where I went

[@Chelisdunn]

Me 😬

[@kingfitz3306]

I’m a senior in high school and I’ve already completed MEPS, my MOS is 12 Bravo and I go to Fort Leonard wood for basic July 2. This video helped out a lot and your channel helped out a lot also when it came time to decide whether I should join or not. Thank you

[@JohnDVasquez]

Currently at around 215 lbs, 20 yr old guy at 5’10, would I have to meet the army weight requirement (Which I don’t know, plz tell me if you do) or could I potentially get in over that certain weight? All help is appreciated.

[@brycemoore3381]

John Vasquez they have the requirements online. Age 20 at 70in is 132-180. 71in is 186. You would have to be taped. Around neck and waist to see if you make body fat if you are above max weight.

[@Proever-mq5eo]

I want to join but I’m scared of getting the shots

[@DWhiteTv]

if your biggest fear of joining the military is shots then dont join. there’s bigger things to fear in the military than shots. like warfare, death, having to kill. (if need be). not being incentive just honest.

[@Paul-xk9ce]

Fort Jackson didn't give me a peanut butter shot. Shipped May. Graduated recently.

[@Genebean369]

what's the difference between the army and national guard or is it all the same npat

[@Genebean369]

boat

[@bentvk2248]

@@Genebean369 The National Guard is part of the Army

[@ThatFastLexus]

Anyone else shipping to fort Benning September 17?

[@cassidysawyer9982]

Right here. 09S

[@dylanmudrack9]

September 18

[@ivoangelov3989]

Hey matt! I've been watching your videos for a while in order to get a general idea about BCT and it saves alot of time and dumb questions in the recruitment office. Now i have something to ask that i haven't seen you talk about and in my opinion it's kind of important and,that is food brother! I'm trying shave of some pounds and you don't look like someone that needs to ,but alot of us need to battle on the table as much as on the field. So long story short ... How does food work in BCT how many times do you get fed? do you have options? Can you be a vegan ,vegetarian, keto, gluto, lectime, or whatever. I'm on a keto lectine diet plus intermittent fasting that means i eat once every 22 hours and when i do i eat spinach with coconut oil lol. I don't think I'll keep on doing that in BCT i don't want to be "that guy" but can one be a conscientious eater at BCT or even after that.... in general lets say in the army Thank you and keep pumping the arms soon they'll be as big as my legs! Lol

[@benjaminhatfield9452]

I ship out on September 11th to Fort Leonardwood Missouri for MP OSUT. Anybody gonna be there ?

[@kevinnagle6648]

Can I receive packages at BCT or AIT? I currently use dollar shave club now, and do not want to cancel my sub, if I do not have to

[@allengentrick7257]

Hey Matt. Quick question, does a person have to be a warrant officer to become a helicopter pilot or can one be a regular commissioned officer? Thanks

[@therandomguy1966]

Im not afraid of getting shots but the thing is that everytime I get a shot no matter what is it for I always get super sore for like 3 or 4 days and can't use my arms and even the most mundane task is impossible I don't know why but it happens and then I always end up sick. I'm okay if they want to poke me 100 time as long as i have time to recover but being real that's not going to happen.

[@thegooseman0716]

Im excited to go to basic, but I have 1 more year before I can go! (Im leaving on july, 08, 2019)

[@masterdoubleyou]

Matt! Have you done any videos on drill and ceremony? I've been following for a while and haven't noticed. That would be a big help for those going to basic training that will not get any extra training before hand!

[@randomperson9719]

I leave for basic on the 28tg

[@falloutman3424]

?

[@markgonzalez6016]

Been in reception for three days and it is miserable, we keep getting smoked because there is over 400 males in fort Jackson

[@sixtorocabado2501]

I went to 18 PG's it was funny to me I wasn't one them. My battle buddy was one he did stupid and got fired.

[@hildaatchison7189]

For my daughter the day going to Ft. Jackson getting closer and closer. Now that she's there, her nerves have calm down. She told me she had 3 shots in the left arm and 2 on the right. No peanut butter shot.

[@piotrexyzerthefrumentarius7472]

What happens if you get fired as a platoon leader? Do you get kicked out of the army?

[@melvinramsey5613]

Matt I am going to go talk to a recruiter on monday, well they are coming to my school any tips

[@edean2725]

Going to be at Benning, and listening to your stories and other folks.......what's there not to be worried about lol?

[@starwarsovercome2798]

I bet you won't reply to this since I'm almost 2 years late

[@UberGangnam]

Thank you for all the constant information. It has truly helped me mentally prepare for Basic. I leave on 9/4 to Ft. Leonard Wood for 14 weeks OSUT as a 12B. Essayons!

[@WTA_]

It's gonna be cold as hell while you're there. Enjoy. The first 5-6 days for you (since you're OSUT) will be pretty relaxed.

[@RDLSnare]

Matt, what was you favorite cadence from basic or in general?

[@allierichardson3618]

What happens if you strain your muscles at basic?

[@claytonkullman9676]

Always wake up an hour before 15 minutes prior to first formation

[@moep816]

Leaving 4 Fort Benning now game time

[@sasukekyuubi]

Lil Blood Good luck! I am also at the airport waiting to be shipped to Ft. Jackson!

[@spedseacanuck]

14 but I wanna join the navy and I'm worried as all living hell

[@AlexG-gp9kg]

Thank you so much for your videos! I am taking my asvab and joining. And your videos are a big help especially to prepare someone. Really appreciate it thanks!

[@falloutman3424]

Hoho military man now!

[@kylewheeler9100]

Great video! Would recommend you adjust the apostrophe in the title of the video though 👍🏼

[@MRKNFry]

Great video as always, Matt. Congrats on your sponsorship!

[@lexi1104]

hehe I'm allergic to penicillin no peanut butter shot for meee

[@specialstrikebolt]

I love opening up to KZbin seeing that Matt upload literally 3 minutes ago right when I wake up :)

[@shmul1748]

Can we take dollar shave club to BCT ?? I have it

[@tristancoffin]

Wait do you get coffee in the morning? Do you need to get past a certain point or is that something that they hand out in excesses?

[@crod-pk5ww]

I’m wanting to join the airforce but what if you can’t make it to the weight required because of to much muscle

[@WTA_]

They will tape you around your neck & waist to determine your fat ratio

[@matthewgriffon8318]

Hey Matt why did the army reject me do to a broken arm I got when I was younger do you know?

[@CureFrostii]

I ship out to benning next week thanks for another great video matt!! ✊🏻

[@louiee4837]

Did you ever consider the Army Ranger ?

[@HIDrifterA]

Can you get discharged for high blood pressure ? Even though you have a waiver for it?

[@MattWard89]

If you have a waiver then no

[@christiandominguez2436]

I’m worried about the long running and yelling 😬

[@marvingordon5685]

hi Matt how much money do I need to carry to basic training

[@nikkimoore9240]

If your recovery from injury puts you past your 35th birthday do you just get sent home or are you allowed to finish?

[@lilwrath8]

Nikki Moore I don't see why not. Army minimum age requirement is 39 if I remember right. I quick Google search will tell you this

[@harrysingh8271]

I got a few questions, I’m currently a full time college student and I’m planning to join the army reserve, would it interfere with my college? I know it’s a weekend per month but would there be days where I have to miss college? And what about the basic training when does it start? how long is it? Could have googled these but I think you can answer these better. Starting watching your videos a couple days ago and it’s great content good job!

[@egrikku8602]

Reserve is usually working one weekend a month so I don't imagine it would affect your college time.

[@egrikku8602]

Basic is usually 8.5 weeks long and when you're getting shipped out depends entirely on how many openings they have to ship people out so it's impossible to know beforehand until you get to Meps

[@jackgrimaldi8685]

If you're in college full time then when you go to MEPS they will probably schedule your basic training during your school's summer break. Basic is roughly 3 months give or take a week or two so you probably would not be able to go to AIT immediately after since you would have to return to school in the fall so you would most likely do your AIT the next summer. Unless you took a semester off from school to finish AIT right after basic, but then AIT has different lengths of time depending on the MOS you pick. Then reserves is one weekend a month and a 2 week drill with your unit that takes place usually during the summer.