MARINE RECON PREP: FOR THE BASIC RECONNAISSANCE COURSE | Nick Koumalatsos

[@OldNew45]

"It's easier to keep up than it is to catch up." -quote from the then CO at ARS. Recite that in your head, and you'll make it.

[@drakeaamold52]

God is good good

[@wildestcowboy2668]

My bf came in from leave and we went trail riding. I knew he was a marine but when I broke the jeep axle and he took off on foot and ran 8 miles to my house I realized he was a recon

[@HalfSupply]

He must have a wonderful girlfriend.

[@Cursd281]

Recon would push the Jeep…

[@jpturner171]

Semper Fi young Warriors…the pain is worth the title…”Recon Marine”. Damn. It’s been 49 years…I’m still proud to be “one of the fewer…one of the prouder”…A RECON MARINE!👍🏽🇺🇸

[@wildestcowboy2668]

My br is a recon USMC and I only found out by accident. He said REAL recons don't talk about it much less brag about it.

[@jpturner171]

@@wildestcowboy2668 silent Professionals.🇺🇸👍🏽

[@brucepeckham6043]

Agreed - 2nd Recon Battalion, Charlie company, i did RIP, mid 1980s, and it was complete torture, after already being Marine Infantry two years. I'm proudest about that over the four college degrees i earned afterwards. The water part was the hard part for me, but I never quit, which was the hardest part for most

[@jpturner171]

@@brucepeckham6043 agreed brother! Semper Fi

[@rdrizzy1989]

damn this comment got me turned up. I’m gonna go recon

[@chriswheeler12]

You might be a jarhead if you have ever drank till 0500 then ran a ten mile ruck run at 0700 fun times semper fi brother

[@anthonypfannenstein4894]

Semper Fi! You RECON and RAIDERS are, well, you're the real deal. My recruiter was RECON. RAIDERS weren't established yet when I joined the Corps. What you Marines, RECON/RAIDERS, are capable of withstanding is unimaginable. Semper Fi!

[@timr3191]

My son is currently vacation @ Beautiful Paris Island until 8/24 .. ( 1061) ... He followed Nick program Religiously prior to his summer Vacation lol ... a letter my other son and I received recently prior to something called “ Grass Week “ indicated all is going well .. although he broke his nose on a O course his CFT was 285 ... It’s not Magic .. It’s Math ...Ty not only for your service but also helping these young men have a chance of moving in a direction with a Methodical approach... Ty Nick and Josh ... A Very Thankful & Proud Dad ....

[@9989Wolverine]

I think the story that Dan mentioned about that quarterback that was very physically inclined just an absolute physical freak but mentally couldn't handle it speaks volume

[@raptoranderson]

BigTex182 I agree 110%. So many guys acted all tough and cocky, then either completely froze and went code black under pressure or started cheesedicking everything and eventually quit, and the guys I’m referring to were all just doing basic infantry shit, nevermind advanced schools lol

[@tacwolf4962]

I have been using the Raider Prep program and it is awesome!!! Killer workout and have learned to break past many of my limits, and gained an ass load of endurance from the exercises. Thanks as always for the videos as well as the workouts!

[@tacwolf4962]

@@NickKoumalatsos82 Done.

[@bjornsanjuan1846]

That's awesome! These military action heroes were really look like real-life LVN Action Heroes!

[@scottdixon2697]

Man, I wish I wasn't born with medical problems. I've always wanted to be a marine. Much respect to all of you guys, thanx for protecting this country, even if it is starting to go in the shitter.

[@antoineirving9882]

I'm retired Navy and the best part of this video was hearing the sound of children in a state of joy with the friend! That is what it is all about sports fans!!!!!

[@gregryans4649]

This is the kind of shit I subbed for 😎

[@infini.tesimo]

Can you talk about how you started your businesses? Costs to do a startup? And how do you recommend networking for veteran entrepreneurs?

[@mclark2330]

I love hearing stories about the suck, reminds me of me and my buddies too. Thanks and great video Devil-Dog!!!

[@gregryans4649]

*SUCC

[@ZiiNkEd]

Just graduated BRPC today actually haha perfect timing

[@ZiiNkEd]

Mark Rodriguez I volunteered when I was at infantry training then screened

[@ZiiNkEd]

Mark Rodriguez thanks I appreciate that

[@MrMiyagiGhost]

I might be picking up for BRPC on Monday. In MART now. Come at me bro. Congrats btw, hope to pick up for BRC with you in August.

[@OnlyAKnife]

Rob Boniol you’ll be fine. Just give 100% and prepare to put your life on the back burner to focus on BRC. Lot of knowledge.

[@ZiiNkEd]

MorteFortuna that’s my plan! Thanks

[@americoguerrero4766]

Here I am 5 and a half months later finally graduated bootcamp after an injury I love watching your videos I go to S.O.I in a few days and I'm thinking of trying out for recon even soo just being the best I can in the marine Corps your videos taught me too never quit and keep working for what you want thank you sir!

[@mite3133]

how'd it go?

[@DrewD748]

A little tip, bend your knees and point your toes down on bottom samples with fins on, makes it easier to get to the bottom of the pool, even easier than with no fins.

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

Nice

[@S_Patty0331]

"Nicolas wut ya doin bubbaaa??" Just how he answered reminds me of me and my buddies😂

[@jonbranch710]

Marine Recon Prep! All ears Nick !

[@DrWhom]

He's a phoney wanna be.

[@Joe_EGz]

Deipatrous what?

[@jerrycrawford6985]

Nick: Gotta chime in here. Have enjoyed watching the posts you've put up about Recon & Raiders, the rucks and boots to wear. I'm sort of a legacy guy having served in the old Amphibious Recon at Geiger in the 56-57 time frame. Remember the Varona Loop runs that were killers. I also recall the back story for those wings (Greece) the jumps platoon came home off a Med cruise wearing. Great nostalgia. I'm not a wanna-be but sure enjoy hearing your stuff and wish you good fortune.

[@ronthompson2366]

Lol, well I am a boot to you. But Nick your a boot to us lol ... all you out there who are a wanna be in our Marine Corps. I don't care what kind of super stud you are or think you are. You have to first make it through boot camp and earn the title. Then you make it through school if infantry and then if you still think you have what it takes. Try out ... all this prep package crap don't mean crap unless you can earn the title and you have what it takes to be a Marine. As far as getting you in shape. The Corps will take care of that. But if you can't cut it... mentally, morally and physically...stay on the couch or join another branch of service.. There isn't any room for you if all you want is a set of jump wings and scuba badge. If you could study or read a book about how to be a Marine. Everyone would do it.

[@drakeaamold52]

God is good good

[@taskforceandy2830]

When you said Verona Loop I got PTSD. 2D Recon Kelly green baby!

[@jerrycrawford6985]

@@taskforceandy2830 Cpt. Kelly wore a white Stetson and had a red ride of some antique legend. (SP).

[@taskforceandy2830]

@@jerrycrawford6985 one thing I wouldn’t wish on anyone: 5k surface fins in courthouse bay in the dead of winter.

[@andrechirco9006]

Fellow 03 here.Just bought your book today. Excited, motivated and dedicated to become a part the community

[@tmatt1999]

ANGLICO here, you know once you been out as long as me, you just think of the good and not the bad. I like to tell people that I started out in the Marine Corps, and after that everything else was easy.

[@jerrycrawford6985]

......., oh yeah, we can't forget those wonderful night rubber boat excursions off Onslow beach playing in the cold Atlantic surf!!

[@adibee88]

I love your vlogs Brother, you've come a long way in a short time! 👊 Semper Fi ⚡💪

[@jmsplace599]

Hey man. I commented on another video, but I live on Topsail Beach too! We own JM’s Place Seafood, right near DaddyMacs come on in.

[@bobbertee5945]

Boy that part where u asked your buddy about the mental game...… and he said EXACTLY what I was thinking.... My platoon commander and CO were both marathon runners and used to pull those tricks constantly..... Running right past the finish line....It definitely worked....

[@lifesonelongskirmish4004]

Hi bro, my names Chris I’m 19 & I’m shipping to boot on a recon contract in 3 weeks, I’ve been doing as much research as I can, I was hoping you could give me an advice on my current routine. 3mile sprint, 1 -2 hours Weight & calisthenics training, Depending on what muscle groups I’m hitting that day (My own body building program) Poolee Pt (only on Tuesdays & Thursday) 1 1/2 hours in pool: 15min laps 15min spent diving (I suck at diving) 45min - 1hour treading water 3 mile hill hike (1 1/2m uphill & vice versa) with 50 lb weighted pack back Usually this takes up a course of 6-8 hours a day with breaks in between. Literally quit my job last month just to train for this shit. This means a lot to me thanks brother!

[@josefernandez5329]

You can go to Recon training right after Boot Camp? Also can I eventually join MARSOC assuming I pass Recon training? I'm 16 and I plan on joining after high school.

[@lifesonelongskirmish4004]

Jose Fernandez It goes: Bootcamp, Home (10days) ITB, Camp Lejeune NC for SOI MART BRPC BRC

[@isaactickel7591]

FLY SOG This username did ya make it

[@poppa4178]

@@josefernandez5329 yeah, you can get a recon contract which means you'll go after ITB (infantry training battalion) I think. But if you fail, they'll put you at any job the corps needs, if they need cooks, you'll be a cook. People go in with infantry contracts so if they fail, they'll go back to infantry and can retry when the opportunity is open again. If you do go in with a infantry contract, I've heard they'll ask for volunteers during or after you complete ITB. I don't know which it is.

[@josefernandez5329]

@@poppa4178 Alright, thanks

[@scottfoster2639]

Class Leader BRC 3-96 here. Most of what I concluded was, manage your time effectively while there and in your off time (what little there is) and be sharp on all things land navigation. This is assuming that the fitness is already there. If it isn't, don't even try until you are ready. Still the hardest school I ever attended, including scout/sniper, dive, and ranger. Rah!

[@letsgetitgaming3812]

dying to see a video like this for MARSOC

[@adrianholland6787]

Just shared this video with my son. Looking at getting the book, and sending it to him. Thxs for the info.

[@SteezySteez2011]

I’m glad that they started bringing in CSCS guys to train the military. I imagine it’s really gonna help injury prevention

[@OldNew45]

Great video brother! You guys need to listen this guy! Throughout our training, we always talked about how we wished there was some kind of book that would help you figure out what to do to get there.

[@CocoaMelon99]

You look like blackbeard from rainbow six siege

[@RickyTPB4L]

Peter Tobin NerfBeard*

[@jordanvernis7645]

😂😂

[@caydenkay4470]

Peter Tobin he is

[@drakeaamold52]

God is good good

[@cristiansalinas9105]

Peter Tobin ehh Bradley cooper too kinda

[@demarcusrozan289]

i leave in April, i qualified for recon and your videos give me more motivation each time i watch them. thank you.

[@WaldoRod]

Xerø 105 GT, 1st Class PT score. But if you fuck up expect to be thrown into a random mos.

[@WaldoRod]

Demarcus Rozan did u make it bro?

[@official_quadvlogs4068]

@@WaldoRod I think bro died

[@eliatkinson7083]

I need to be on that running program you was talking about lolll

[@joquin4618]

Excellent video. I only wish that this was available when I was active duty. Look forward to the next video. Keep up the good work. Siempre Fi!

[@GDAVALOS]

Good shit! for those who want to be Recon Marines.

[@TheAztekpredator]

Hey brother just started watching your videos and I really appreciate it then, awesome information.

[@Jayy.919]

This definitely changes the way I look at my training. #tacticalathlete

[@phuzlon]

Love you and bares videos. Favorite youtubers out there

[@rjeption]

god speed brother, i hope to go to recon school in 2 years!

[@Hohmies86]

I went from comm school to 2nd Force recon at courthouse bay, made it through 10 weeks of R.I.P and to week 5 of ARS, the dropped from training for failure to obey orders, stay on base if you have duty tonight and it was a Friday

[@YairNavarrete]

Send these videos to every non sf unit. I was so sick of the dumb repetitive cookie cutter workouts/training

[@spookymane8839]

that thousand yard stare at 7:29 told me everything i needed to know about that experience lmaoooo

[@letsgetitgaming3812]

Rah Devil dog I was waiting on this video keep this quality content coming. Do you think you could do a video in this style about MARSOC?

[@gogurtz1738]

Got off active duty 9 months ago. Was thinking about going back in to do recon.

[@Whiiskey]

Well, time for me to get back to PMS (Pain, Misery, Suffering)! Semper Fi Devil - rah!

[@northernninety7]

Honestly I was planning on practicing the rucking until Im able to meet their standards before I even enlist.

[@cliff_thebig_red_dog3658]

This is my life goal

[@ljmorgan784]

Working on enlisting this is what I want

[@danielhawkins9717]

I wanted to be a marine since I was 10 years old before that I wanted to be military. However I was keen on knowledge and history and the morals such as God, family, country, and seek and destroy all who threaten it. But my parents never were taught and I wasn’t taught physical fitness until I moved to IL. I still did not know what I was doing until I got mentored by recon/infantry Marines and engineers. I went from 250lbs to my required weight at 180 and from nothing to a little above the requirements. Now that I’ve gotten to where I can enlist my new mission is to push past that. I want to be an infantry men but I’m considering other combat MOS due to limited spots and needing a first class PFT and more upper body strength. I want to be a Marine and the most combat affective Marine possible with one day perhaps SOF. I also like big guns and explosives so their again more upper body strength. I learn what MOS’es i qualify for in Monday per my ASVAB score at an average score of 44. But I want a combat MOS especially infantry because I believe I’m the most effective tool for God and my country their. That’s my story I apologize for bad grammar. I’m also going to purchase USMC prep to max those scores. Maybe I won’t be a unicorn of a recruit but at least between this training and boot camp I have the tools to pass SOI and become an effective infantry man.

[@timr3191]

Daniel Hawkins Follow Nick , my son is in Boot camp now , my other son who is former military now LE and I just received a letter prior to something called grass week . Anyways my son was all about Nick and everything Radier prep . He’s CFT was 285 .. Graduation is Aug 24 and he is on his way to hopefully realizing his dream . Information is POWER !!! Success leaves Clues .... Nick inspired a very specific training program and schedule along with applicable mind set to optimize... This Dad drops Nicks Videos to everyone I can .....

[@danielhawkins9717]

Tim Rafferty Thank you sir will do.

[@danielhawkins9717]

Doctor Slave I realize that 44 is not the best and that if I want to move up to SOF I need more. But for now I am proud of that because it took a lot of hard work for me to reach that. I am defiantly not a smart person but I may not be completely dumb either. I am good at something’s most of that being history, firearms/tactics, physical fitness, and aviation. I might be good at a few other things but that is really about it.

[@lukenelson4193]

A bit of advice. Don't not follow your dream but don't rush this. If you show up with a 44 GT on your asvab and something other than a first class, you will end up being placed in a job other than Recon. There are infantry guys that have 2nd class, but their life absolutely sucks because nobody wants to see that in the infantry. Better yourself and prep so that you can walk into Recon. If you rush it and go Recon and weren't prepped, they'll reclass you and you have a very high possibility in ending up in supply/admin/motor T etc. and promoting in ranks other than the job you want and won't be able to reclass.

[@danielhawkins9717]

luke nelson right now I’m focused on infantry not recon I may focus on recon or MARSOC in the future so I know the ASVAB needs work but I can wait on that I do need to get that first class

[@mikebishop4346]

Totally make sense Nick back in the day I mean the 80’s we said the same thing if you faster then run some more but no one at that time knew that . As the years go on we do get smarter with the human body knowing what we know now Wow training probably would have helped with injuries better . Good to know anyway great video. Bish

[@jaybig360]

Can you recommend a work out for my son who’s going to marine boot camp in 3 months

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

Yes

[@krisbecka8789]

I know what you mean about guys that are better/stronger/faster/meaner falling off. A little cold and wet, you come in last off an evolution and missed that meal, etc, and it starts to wear on em. Hell, I had to try 3 times before I weaseldicked through a RIP and got in a platoon. As far as the mental toughness, go jump in a pool in blue jeans. Rub some sand under your eyelids and in your crotch under your boxers (if you're stupid enough to wear them). Continue the rest of your week at a full sprint and sleep outside with random alarms. All I got was RIP, airborne, pre-scuba, an R&S pkg, an amphib pkg, a couple shooting pkgs and OEMS and a buncha deployments, which was why I ultimately left and went Army. But this video is dead on. Also, I have never met anyone who did not shit themselves at some point in the whole ordeal. One thing you didn't warn them about, which is kind of obsolete now I guess, is that during RIP anyone with both wings and dive bubble, in the absence of an instructor, can fuck. you. up..at any time they want. If you are waiting to class up, get a hotel on the weekends. Trust me.

[@Buuckss]

I don't know if it's just me, but the recon prep links aren't working.

[@rav6274]

A good way to be prepared mentally I think is joining MMA/Boxing/high school Wrestling.

[@InspirationIsFree]

Awesome stuff Nick! Thanks for sharing your knowledge man!

[@zeek471]

Is there a lot of schooling in Recon or is it just DO NOT QUIT.

[@biggSHNDO]

Both, from my (fairly extensive) research.

[@50shadesofcerakote]

this video is what made me a sub to you nick, very nice, and the stories are always welcomed. would definitely be interested in an updated edc video too.

[@genisessnipe2741]

What were they saying when he said what is pain?

[@Scoville95]

Hoping to become a recon marine after college and ocs

[@50shadesofcerakote]

anytime you think youre done, bury that shit deep. dont think. just keep going.

[@gavinleaver4705]

Funniest thing I just realized, I’ve been to your gym recently and didn’t even realize until I read the description of the video. I mean It should have been obvious because Raider project is literally next door haha

[@ay3514]

Run 🏃🏻

[@justinc7362]

Awesome I've been looking for a vid like this

[@Mc007-]

When I was in Recon none of this help was available 1988

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

Nice

[@fra19141]

Lochness……Fort Story ARS “92”. Bring on the pain!!

[@jeffm3022]

14:10 yes I concur. Great video, my PFT 280 , great advice (evolution from the 1980's)this is why I like, this why I subscribe. Too old for Recon, but, if I was 35 years younger, yes I would go U.S.M.C, but,( I serve honorably buy. . .) but if I join now. why go Pussy? Go M.A.R.S.O.C. You boots keep my Marine Corps relevant. Carry on !

[@einsteinpb2949]

I’m picking my jobs and I put recon on in just wanna be able to use the skills later in life

[@kdtune33]

anything but the old amphib recon course at the amphib base,that shit tore your ass up!

[@alfredm7497]

Recon Marines are the Go To when the Shit would and could hit the Fan, Force Recon, Are the “ Bad Boy’s “ of “Uncle Sams Misguided children”Camp Lejeune, N.C. Was the “Wild West” out in Jacksonville N.C. Anywho when they would let me tag along on a Friday or Saturday night, they made me feel invincible, but sometimes I would laugh so hard, that yes i would wet my pantaloons, just a bit, just a bit. I was 18 years old, and realized I found my home! God Bless You Always RECON MARINES!!! And God Bless the U. S. M C. SEMPER FI, DO OR DIE!!!

[@TheJMan1K]

I’ve been wondering about this for a while now so I might as well ask. What are the basic steps for someone who wants to be an officer in Recon or what would the process look like? I still have a few years of schooling left so this would be a ways off.

[@williamvailati2044]

well done !! Semper Fi

[@recon0x7f16]

Can u become a marine recon straight from civilian

[@HewManatee]

These guys vibe like the alpha versions of Rhett & Link love it 😂

[@emmanuelawosusi2365]

😂😂😂😂

[@james33772]

Hey Nick. I love the video. I have question for you. My Stepson wants to join the Marines and has interest in recon. He is a sophomore in high school. What is the best advise you could give him? I was told that he shouldn't sign a contract for recon, because if he didn't make it, the Marines would put him anywhere they choose . Should he wait to be volunteerred? When should he start training? Im going to buy your book for him. Thank you!

[@rmp5s]

Oorah, motivator. I miss the Corps every day. Semper Fi!!

[@DANNYBOI57]

When I wanted to get better at pull ups I did weighted pull ups. I got stuck at ten pull ups then 5×5 with weighted pull ups got to 20 pull ups in no time

[@USAFchef]

Does anyone have a link to, or know what the marines are saying in the pool. During the “what is pain” clip? I can’t u them

[@hondaridgelineenduser5934]

Can civilians use your program just to get into shape

[@avantrefitts9016]

Very informatinal

[@iCantPickaNamej]

@3:16. Marines approach to everything Marine Corps haha!

[@thefridge4697]

One question: how do you have long hair and are active duty? May be a stupid question but was just curious

[@rk04prototypeedition83]

Nick, make a new EDC video with updated links

[@anraegodley-cooper6321]

SEMPER FI MARINE

[@christopherking2687]

Nick Koumalatsos, swear to Christ thought you were Triple H when you walked through door at the beginning of the vid.

[@drakeaamold52]

God is good good

[@robertmarfeojr9278]

Also there was a massive cell in r.i. from the middle east,they had replaced many state police and Cranston police and immigration authority's,the military had actual came down from 3 different states,I see remnants of the cell today...

[@BigPapaPump_]

Marine recon prep link doesn’t work

[@OnlyAKnife]

Nick have you heard of how the instructors are being restricted over at RTC lately?

[@GStwo23]

Are there Any more videos of your time in Force Recon?

[@gavinrowe9360]

quick question whats the difference between marine recon and marine force recon????

[@kyleburchard134]

Nick, is USMC prep a good resource for fat ass vets trying to get back in fighting shape? Or do you suggest another resource?

[@CHR-si4zh]

Good one. Never do this hung over! 😂

[@shaunsuplate5548]

Great video, mate! Which camera were you using throughout this video?

[@runnin_myles8098]

How do marines feel about coreman completing recon school ? Are they considered recon guys ?

[@Poopoopeepee925]

Yo, that google short link was taken down

[@grantgarrison5804]

I was 6252 airframes av8b harrier 2÷ and flightline QRF

[@joaquinmarmolejo6561]

I am planning to join the marines and go to recon and raiders i am also flat footed do you think they will allow me into the corps and go through recon and raiders

[@joaquinmarmolejo6561]

Nick Koumalatsos alright well thanks man i appreciate you responding to my commet and you've bin a big inspiration to me wanting to go through recon and raiders

[@Banzaiactual]

If you want it don't claim anything and suck it up I watched atheletes get turned away from meps over flat feet because they claimed it remember you will run a lot at the speed of your leadership not your pace

[@tribe_of_trees]

Thank you

[@jasonbourne5851]

Hey Nick, great video. Just a quick question. I'm an Army Guard soldier planning on trying out for the 19th SFG. Do you think your programs would be a good choice for that? Are the selection processes similar enough that your tailored programs would translate over, or would I be better served with, something like, Mountain Tactical's SFAS training packet? Again, great video and thank you.

[@jasonbourne5851]

@@NickKoumalatsos82 Thank you, man. I'm going to go ahead and get that and get to work. I'll give it my all. If I get selected I'll drop you a line and let you know. Thank you again.

[@benikjv]

Hey Nick, what do you think of completing The Horsemen workout series in combination with your suggested swims and rucks as a prep method?

[@carterklekovski]

how bad is the tear gas?