CONQUERING Kapooka at 45 Years Old: Army Reserves Basic Training

Join me, Coach Brodie from Outperform Fitness, as I dive into a live career chat with Jelena, who recently embarked on her journey through Army Reserve training at Kapooka. In this career chat, Jelena shares the trials and achievements she faced, including completing physical fitness assessments (PFA), adjusting to the military lifestyle at 45, and overcoming physical setbacks. This insightful video sheds light on the real-world experiences of transitioning into the Australian Defence Force, highlighting the importance of resilience, thorough preparation, and adaptability.
Whether you're contemplating a career in the military or curious about the fitness demands and lifestyle shifts involved, this video delivers essential perspectives to inform and inspire.
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00:00 Welcome to the Career Chat with Jelena
01:12 Jelena's Journey: From Civilian to Army Reserve
01:49 The Spark Behind Joining the Army Reserves
03:02 Overcoming Challenges in the Application Process
07:43 Preparing for Aptitude and Fitness Tests
12:26 Experiencing Basic Training at Kapooka
13:35 Fitness Testing and Training at Kapooka
16:36 Swim Test and Overcoming Water Fears
20:36 Reflecting on Training and Daily Routine at Kapooka
22:55 Adjusting to a New Routine
24:14 The Physical Challenges of Training
24:21 Overcoming Weapon Handling and Physical Fitness
25:43 The Rewards and Challenges of Each Training Phase
27:16 Age and Fitness in Training
31:36 Practical Advice for Future Trainees
34:37 Balancing Military and Civilian Life
36:15 Final Thoughts and Advice
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[@rodericksamson7415]

Im 48 years old, an RN graduate and i just wanna challenge myself and prove to the world that age in this era is no longer an issue and obstacle to be in the army. With the dispute going on in the Middle East, Europe, and some part of the world, it's good to prepare as we could be entering to another world war (history repeats itself) All these are attainable thru preparation, mindset and training. It will be an honor for me to be part of the Australian Defence Force Reservist, infantry soldier, arm and vehicle specialists.

[@outperformfitness]

💪

[@galadze]

Nearly a year has passed since I applied, waiting for Meds test and defence interview hope comes soon

[@outperformfitness]

Make sure you follow up by giving them a call and seeing where it's at

[@chadichadi7658]

All the best

[@ferdluzzi3385]

Hi, I did Kapooka at 45 years of age, in 2005. First of the 4 week course. Six weeks crammed into 4. It took me a few tries to do the fitness test,but I made it to Kapooka. It was hard but doable. Don't expect any different treatments to the younger recruits. I was about mid field in most finish times. I stayed in for 9 years and 5 year in active. RAEME Craftsman Australian Army Reserves.

[@outperformfitness]

we probably know each other. I joined in 2005 in the reserves RAEME mechanic through the ARTAP

[@tvm45]

Jelena!!!! Oh you were amazing absolutely smashed it. you Made everyday a blast always keeping everyone's hopes up. True inspiration!

[@outperformfitness]

I could imagine she would have been a very positive person within the platoon

[@trapfit6550]

Great video! Going to Kapooka on the 20th of May myself.

[@outperformfitness]

Good luck!

[@gav6808]

The reserve course is easy now as it is just 3 weeks anyone can pass,5 days first aid,5 days on weapons but only the styer,and no.drill at all as it taught in your unit.

[@outperformfitness]

there's still some drill. They have to learn to march around the place. Just don't think there's formal drill on the parade ground

[@hrtgaming4077]

Is the aptitude test still at the YOU session? I'm still in the application process and got emailed an aptitude test to complete online.

[@outperformfitness]

you will do one at home then a confirmation retest in person

[@matthewhickson3942]

What the age limit for joining the army reserves

[@outperformfitness]

I'm not sure of the cut off. Assuming it's individual dependent. Jelena said she had a recruit in her platoon that was 61

[@bossprada5822]

Hi just a question or few, what's cut-off age to apply for recruitment, how many attempts can one apply, and main of all The high School cariculim has changed dramatically since I first applied when I was 17 I only got halfway through yr9, anyways lol I keep failing the AptitudeTest 😡 why we even need it I just don't know lol how can we do something about lowering or dismissal of AptitudeTest we wouldn't be in l9wer states of recruiting 💯

[@outperformfitness]

I'm pretty sure the cut off has been bumped up to 65. Depends on what you fail on in regards to reapplying but most things it's 3 and done. Is that a question or statement? I replied to that one in your previous comment

[@bossprada5822]

@@outperformfitness sorry sir, which have you answered?

[@TKDPWR]

great video, but realistically not many can fly fighter jets in Aus. Its a numbers game we dont have many in comparison to pilots we have. Gender should NEVER have been brought up,.

[@outperformfitness]

Yeah for sure only the selected few would be fly fighter jets that go through all the testing. I don't think we spoke about pilots? What do you mean gender should never have been brought up?

[@outperformfitness]

Sorry yes we did talk about pilots because that's what she originally wanted to do. I forgot that part

[@bossprada5822]

AptitudeTest the biggest mess around etc lol really get rid of it

[@outperformfitness]

any tactical job you go for will have it. There needs to be a level of aptitude to be suitable for these roles