Do NOT Go To Basic Training Out Of Shape! | This Is Why

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[@CraftyCapsWildPrints]

I went to basic training unable to do a pushup and a 21 min 2 mile run 😂😂. I worked my ass off tho and graduated April 4th. I am in AIT now. It was definitely harder for me, but I did it! I pushed myself to my limits and I am so happy ☺☺☺

[@sc7244]

🤘🏻

[@bx9559]

How... How did you not immediately get sent somewhere the moment a DS sees that you can't do one pushup?

[@dante.7500]

2-60th BN?

[@frankcastle5285]

ShotgunBob Women privilege...

[@alisonpalma6820]

Did you qualify for the 1:1:1 at reception you must be able to do 3 push ups ???...

[@deirdresversion]

My first PT test scores: 4 PU, 35 SU, 23:48 RUN. My second PT test scores: 23 PU, 52 SU, 17:48 RUN. My third (final) PT test scores: 28 PU, 68 SU, 16:03 RUN. (Female, 23). Take every smoke session as an opportunity to better yourself for your PT test no matter how exhausted you are. They will help your PT test! If you're put into delta or charlie run groups within your company, try to run in the front of the formation so you're not stuck behind everyone else who lacks motivation to push themselves. Lead the formation. Volunteer for road guards (more opportunities to run throughout the day). Do PU/SU drills in your barracks every night. Rotate them MWF, TR.

[@plazmamasta193]

Deirdre Humphries OK so I can run 1.5 miles in 7 min do 115 push-ups in 2 min, 80 so in 2 min and 30 pull ups so am good to go so far

[@nikitachirich7985]

@@plazmamasta193 whoa.. 30 pull ups, which lab did they engineer you.

[@plazmamasta193]

@@nikitachirich7985 when you rock climb a bunch 30 pulls ups isn’t that hard and let alone when you train with a weighted vest

[@melvinredondo1753]

⁠@@plazmamasta193straight up lying 😂😂 im do dead bro

[@plazmamasta193]

@@melvinredondo1753 that was years of training there were some monsters that did better than me just because you can’t do it doesn’t mean everyone else can’t

[@ArachnidGamingTTV]

Pushups? I got this, sit ups? Yeah I got that too....running? Heh heh heh yeah about that....

[@briankemp6622]

Zeph Belk lol I’m the opposite

[@cheapdrunk8531]

Same bro. I leave for basic Tuesday and running is going to be an issue

[@PeterChromeGaming]

Bro I got the running and push ups down, my situp game weak af

[@juliuscesar7964]

POG Vlogs It’s the push-ups that is tough running and sit-ups is light work

[@XTRATIPSY]

I score a 253 in Army rotc, do they drill u before apft? Marines did that to me in their marine Officer program and I scored extremely low as a result in their pft

[@esther4557]

I came to bct out of shape. 0 pushups, 0 situps, and run time was 20 min in 2 miles. How the hell did I end up bct out of shape??? Idk my recruiter probably set me up...Anyways, I passed bct. Stay motivated and push yourself!

[@bluectessa3578]

Did you get sent anywhere? How did you improve your push-ups? I cant do any and I'm enlisting in a few days

[@lydia7177]

I have the exact same time LOL, 20 min 2 miles, 1 pushup, hell yeah

[@viciouz]

Can not wait! Reached 32% body fat today, lowering by 2% every week. Doing all I can with my trainer for the next 6 weeks before I officially swear in. Love your videos Matt, I have learned a lot and I’m more excited because of it!

[@AvatarShmoke]

тαтι what do you do to lose 2% every week?

[@viciouz]

Kiara Brown With my trainer Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Doing cardio, strengthening my upper body and core. I run and walk everyday, treadmill and outside. Eat healthy, but never restricting myself, moderations. I went from 46% fat to 32%. I never meant to lose the %, so not having stress over it prolly helped too.

[@viciouz]

corbin87445 32% is average not obese asshat, and not where I plan on stopping. For my age, height and gender, 32% is army standard. Do some simple research before you comment, thanks though

[@elgringoaleman4402]

Im at 31% and they told me I need to be at 21% why is that?

[@LiftPS4]

El Gringo Aleman you need to be 24% body fat to go to bootcamp, after bootcamp you are expected to be under 20%

[@Kyotica]

Just graduated basic today! Arrived Feb 4 2019, Fort Jackson. Was a little shape before hand. First PT Test: 38 pushups, 18 situps, 19:04 run. Final PT Test: 54 pushups, 58 situps, 15:49 run. Trust me, the PT you do everyday works. Even if you dont pass the end of cycle one you get 3 more chances after that before you get sent to fat camp.

[@garrettfransen1785]

Did anyone get sent home when u went the first week

[@Kyotica]

@@garrettfransen1785 I'm not sure but I know throughout basic a bunch of people quit and went home, I already finished ait haha

[@mturner0111]

So do you have to pass all the pt test or just the last one? Then if you fail it you get sent to fat camp?

[@jacobmaynor1508]

I am going to basic next month and I am a Jr doing a split option so I am hella worried about passing the APFT/ACFT now. (Pretty sure they're holding the ACFT back again for my basic) I can currently do about 30 pushups, 25 situps, and a 15 mile run. How worried should I be?

[@mr.kingofphenomenal4629]

Sit-ups and pushups are easy to me but running two miles I need work on.

[@kaiwolfproductions6283]

Same here.

[@Wangan300]

Seems as though they are changing pt tests soon. At least thats being looked into. Do anfew searches.

[@africaart]

True, especially without water or break.

[@africaart]

It's about 3.2km I am a little overweight (based on BMI of 27) and haven't run since I was 15 years old... Now I can do 5km in 37 minutes (jogging) but after 12 minutes, I have to stop or walk fast to catch my breath, spitting and needing a little sip water... I also suspect smoking (17 years of smoking must have messed my lungs).

[@fataloath]

Running is about pushing through pain. If you can't just think positively while running, at least remind yourself that it's not going to even hurt later. As long as you stretch properly, that should be the case. (unless you get charlie horses in BCT like me)

[@immoetv7882]

So true as I graduated AIT last month and Basic in Dec 2018. Do yourself a favor and try to get in the best shape as possible before going to basic training. I was going to be one of those few to go to “fat camp” but was given an extra chance on the Apft before graduation and passed. Don’t be that guy and delay your graduation and ait

[@mturner0111]

So do you get sent to fat camp if you fail any pt test or do you just need to pass the last pt test?

[@Katiekat22793]

I ran into your videos because there was someone on a dating site posting your photos and claiming to be you. Somehow I found you on KZbin and I decided to watch some of your videos! Love your content and thank you for serving!

[@russell5920]

Aww Matt is being used to catfish!

[@xtne.e1100]

People pretending to be other people seriously have nothing better to do :(

[@BigCountryKracker]

What if it was him lol

[@jochenmejia1694]

I will join this year for sure , im loosing weight right now and i will be ready... you are the nest matt 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@kalebisbad]

Same here I've lost 40lbs in the last 4-5 months

[@UltamateSacrifice]

*losing *best

[@tomd.6488]

Same

[@duglife2230]

I'm working on my physical shape as well. It's a real struggle, but consistency is key.

[@chloedemahy8022]

I’m joining this year too, except I have to gain weight 😬

[@Your_bro_V]

I leave on Tuesday 4/9/2019 (4 days) to reception even though I am athletic I was worried that I might not be able to pass my first PT test, I can do 30+ push-ups in 2 mins, I can do 70+ sit-ups in 2 mins, and a mile in under 8 mins. According to your beginning standards I am set for Basic. And here I was a bit worried... pfft. Thanks for your vids man, they truly have helped me prepare for basic.

[@deirdresversion]

The only PT test that matters is the last one. You'll have enough time to meet the minimum standards. They'll probably scare you and tell you that you won't make it everyday, multiple times a day. You will make it just focus on yourself.

[@behappy-sc5cn]

I was worried at first but now after watching this, it has made me realize I’m definitely good to go. this video just boosted my confidence tremendously. I mean I know the standards I’m supposed to meet but I’m only off slightly on one thing. been watching you for a couple years now and I’m finally all in! thank you!

[@mcoleman6893]

You nailed it, Matt, as always. The Army returns drill sergeants to AIT. It stands to reason that a few making the transition from basic might have difficulty keeping up to standards. I admit that during my ten months in the DEP, my physical preparation was poor. Lord knows that I paid for it. The moral: 100 push-ups a day, before basic, keeps the drill sergeants off of your ass.

[@skylarmyers436]

Just got my MEPS date (Thursday the 11th) and I would recommend your videos to anyone who is considering joining. You’ve definitely helped me with any question I’ve had!!

[@mcoleman6834]

I learned this truth the hard way. Function is everything. All shall be fully tried physically, mentally, and emotionally, sometimes at the SAME TIME. My first PT test, I only passed the sit-ups. Proceeded to catch all kinds of hell. It affected me negatively in no small way. Even the few things that I did right did not matter. A touch of advice from an old goat: prior to ship out, make every effort, above and beyond, to beat the absolute hell out of the pt test requirements. Do that, and it will be one less thing to worry about. You will still be expected to improve, but you will be working upward and confidence goes a long way.

[@andrewolivo7028]

Very true guys! Before I enlisted, I made sure to be able to pass the APFT with the bare minimum. It made life so much easier during my time in basic training. And now the new troops gotta adjust to the ACFT. Anyways, best of luck future troops!

[@robertconover7178]

How hard is the ACFT compared to the PFT/CFT in the Marine Corps? I was in Parris Island Oct 9th-Nov 25th last year (quit like a pussy, homesick, missed back home) and this month I can finally re-enlist into another branch and I'm going for the Army

[@andrewolivo7028]

Robert Conover no idea on how the marine standards work. But from my experience with both the APFT and the ACFT, the ACFT expects you to carry more than just body weight. I highly recommend hitting the iron to build more muscle mass and focus a lot on explosive energy!

[@tinyhuman1875]

*Leaves soon* *Not in shape* *Panics 😂😂😂*

[@nokomisnorth8409]

Tiny Human18 one thing I’ve done is just do 20 push-ups, 25 sit-ups everyday and 2-3 times a week run a 1 mile run and try to improve the time by 15 seconds each run. Good luck, hopefully you have a few weeks left to try it out

[@hulkballa1425]

As long as you kan do at least 15 pushups , 15 sit-ups and a 1 mile run under at least 12 minutes you will be fine at reception

[@garrettfransen1785]

Did u get sent home?

[@yvetejera4482]

Tiny Human18 ugh mood. I feel ya

[@lauritorni4879]

How did bct go?

[@ianwilliams5310]

I agree with the points you were making. I completed BCT FT Jackson, March 14th 2018 "Delta Dawgs!" 2-13 Inf regt. We completely skipped the 1-1-1 and went right into the APFT. From the start the DS told us that we wouldn't pass without a min score of 180 with a min of 60 in each event. But in the end, anyone with scores above 50 did graduate with a wavier from the commander. Good luck trainees

[@logosrise1639]

Yes sir. Giving myself 3 months of studying and working out before I take my ASVAB. After that, hopefully I'll be capable to join and get the MOS I really want. Thank you for your videos, they're very insightful. Also, thank you for your service!💟🌌🇺🇸

[@fadelmuthana]

Thank you for your videos. So helpful and inspiring. I’m going to BCT in 26 days so I am very happy to see you doing these helpful videos. ♥️

[@samoriaoliver7776]

Where u go

[@fadelmuthana]

Samoria Oliver I’m going to Ft. Jackson for BCT and Fort Sill for AIT. U?

[@travisarmel1297]

@@fadelmuthana same here

[@Singed-Rat]

I went to basic weighing 244 and horribly out of shape. My first PT test score was 44 but i ended at 190. We were not smart so drill sergeant made us strong lol.

[@suburbanboyyj5263]

what branch?

[@dmac5900]

You’ll be smart or strong u choose

[@Logicboomin]

244😳 I was 228 and they didn’t let me enlist

[@user-ce1uy9vf2n]

@@Logicboomin he must be tall

[@embajadoresboy4535]

Lol, I just tried cold and I did 12 sit ups. I need to step my game. I don’t want to end at the fat camp. Now I understand why my recruiter said, you are in shape but need to lose 10 pounds before going to basic training. He was ahead of me.

[@lelandgaunt9985]

Round is a shape.

[@Sacred-z7i]

🤨😅

[@noahdavis3347]

Leaving for BCT In June have been watching your videos the past couple months I'm sure I speak for allot of ppl when I say your videos have/will help hundreds of individuals planning on joining thanks Matt!

[@joshuabostic1736]

I am 32 years old and was out of shape when I went to basic at Ft Leonard Wood January of this year. I graduated March 21 but it was very difficult. Shin splints and muscle failure was felt for 10 weeks. My first Pt test was 27 push-ups, 30 sit-ups, and 2 mile in 22 minutes. Passed final Pt test with 58 push-ups, 73 sit-ups, and 2 mile in 16.48. If I can do it so can you. They didn't kick anyone out for failure to meet standard, you were just sent to fat camp.

[@Logicboomin]

How was it joining at 32? I’m 24 and I really want a change in my life???

[@joshuabostic1736]

@@Logicboomin It was hard man, but they have a system. I have now been in for 4 years and am a SSG. Put your mind to it and get it done!

[@sebastianpolanco1686]

Graduated yesterday and am on my bus heading to AIT. The people who were sent to fatcamp were the people who failed like 3 or 4 retests of the eoc apft with 35 points. Aka 35-35-40. and the people who were separated were the ones who failed all retests. Recycles in the whole cycle were people who did not show any improvement at all. At least in my company the fat camp was not mentioned till the end of the cycle, and being sent home was either failing a lot of times the retests or conduct wise. The first test they did when I got there was a 2-2-2, not 1-1-1

[@geoseeks]

Just graduated yesterday from BCT, it definitely helps to be in shape. People can get recycled or separated if the PT score is bad and I have seen both happen during my cycle. You don’t want to extend your stay in Basic so be prepared before you ship!

[@ivylutz6193]

i’m shipping out next sunday and i am so excited!!! i’ve been running everyday around 3-4 miles but i’m naturally heavy and always come up 1% over the limit

[@carriekent4987]

Thank you for talking about this, I ship out August 2019 and I've been stressing out, but you have been helping me out so much. I watch your old and new videos everyday.

[@devonshaw4661]

Thanks for all of your help Matt. I am a junior in high school and I go to basic training June 24th at Fort Benning.

[@robertromero6365]

Thanks for the motivation and positivity Matt🙏👌🙌🤙

[@payshencecuevas4083]

Hope to join in 2020 and im already getting in shape. Thankyou matt! Always coming through

[@marygraceheinig2992]

Payshence Cuevas nice I have a similar channel sharing my military journey and giving advice to people like you. It would mean a lot if you checked it out and subscribed

[@payshencecuevas4083]

Guardgurl74D Already done ;)

[@godgod3367]

Did you do it

[@tylerpilkenton1803]

Hey Matt I just wanted to say thank you for all the advice you have made over the past year I’ve been watching every video. I will be leaving for basic (fort Jackson)on the 22nd and become a preventive medicine specialist (68S). I will continue to watch your videos throughout my career. Wish me luck 💪

[@xtne.e1100]

Good luck!

[@cartierhoe9649]

Just got back from ait recently and what Matt is saying is true. I went to BCT (fort jackson) able to pass the run and sit ups unlike couple of my peers who couldn't do all 3... For me, I just had to knock out around 50 push ups every night before bed and I started passing my PT test around white phase (failed red phase pt test by 1 push up). Keep in mind you can't really improve your run in the barracks and doing sit ups without someone holding you feet in the barracks suck. With that being said, if you end up going to Fort Lee (quartermaster side at least) for AIT your PT score will skyrocket like crazy. I went from 232 in basic to 273 first PT test in AIT.

[@CC-uu3in]

I had one mechanic in my unit run a 28 min 2 mile on one pt test. He got a “waiver” through Fort Jackson. Army is desperate to fill the uniforms depending on MOS.

[@MrTonito27]

🙌🏽thanks for the heads up, i been watching your videos before I signed up for the army and they have really helped me with the process and the inside information. I leave in a month on May 7th to fort Jackson, I got the job that I wanted 25B thanks to your information on how the army do things. Thanks again I can’t wait to start this new journey.

[@lamorrowcovington9594]

My Son goes to Ft. Jackson May 7 also good luck guys! I'll be routing for you'll.

[@bobo90310]

Turning 25 in July. Leaving my full time job to get in shape for the military before actually signing up. I'm at 260 out of shape.. Taking a few months to work on myself.

[@edgein625]

How's it going ?

[@ByronC900]

Kupo, how did it go?

[@lunaticfae4415]

@@jeremyyoung5190 bro 25 is a year younger then the beginning of the prime for most men.

[@Nikki3b0oxX]

@Freedom Loli what did you mean by that comment ?

[@ElverGalarga-xy5oq]

I leave April 16 and I still need to improve.... but i got this, thanks!!! FORT BENNING WOOO!!!!

[@jayyy1932]

See ya there

[@ElverGalarga-xy5oq]

Roger that

[@rickthekiller1256]

See ya there brother

[@tjdadon4128]

Thats crazy i remember when i subbed to ur channel when u only had 50k now look at you now my guy

[@fullmetalfoley9058]

I’m on my last day of reception at Fort Jackson. We go to real BCT tomorrow. DS had us clean the barracks and go downstairs in our shower shoes. Then he inspected our feet. Fun experience so far.

[@bennydrives]

Spontaneous Flooper you’re having a blast right about now

[@lifewiththecraigs2955]

I'm shipping out Monday to ft jackson I just want to say thank you to you Matt I've been watching your vids since I first turned 16. They were very helpful in getting me ready for this moment! I'll be back to this comment after AIT!

[@blo0dthirstt_phinsupxxx868]

Good luck on the Forge. just know if you ever hear your Drill say "don't worry I got you" prepare for pain

[@dennisbrill5336]

The Craig family, good luck bro, it's really not that bad. I was at ft Jackson, 1977 the only thing I didn't like was the C's gas take care!!!🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸💥

[@lifewiththecraigs2955]

Hey guys just graduated from basic training leaving for AIT tomorrow!

[@thyrebel.official]

@@lifewiththecraigs2955 congratulations

[@askedkedeldeif]

@@lifewiththecraigs2955 that’s awesome, hell yeah 👊🏻

[@quickscopeoneeighty9158]

I really appreciate your channel. It always puts me in the best mindset for doing what I need to do: working towards not being a fat body.

[@orionthepsycho4928]

Your videos always give me that extra push in motivation and you give us so much information and I just want to say thank you very much. I appreciate it!!!

[@victoriashockley2846]

I'm happy I'm in jrotc in highschool rn because it's getting me in shape before I enlist

[@frankiefernandez7129]

Pushups: 22 Sit-ups: 27 1mile: 7:08

[@scorchedpaths7191]

Your running is very good, should work a little bit harder on your sit-ups and pushups but that time is really freaking good, lol.

[@bluecat9906]

Pushups 46, sit ups 63, mile 4:50

[@mylesbrown2764]

Definitely was out of shape and went in to get in shape and gain motivation for fitness. So far gained 100 points in the acft and looking to max out at least at the end or soon after I graduate. However if you do go into bct already in shape promotions will be handed to you on a silver platter

[@glle7098]

I just finished basic in fort sill, Charlie 1/40th, it was lots of fun, met a bunch of really cool friends and hope for more people to enjoy their experience like I did. Currently in AIT right now!

[@Chillyurlife]

Leave for Benning on the 9th! Can’t wait. Your videos have been a ton of help.

[@jmsantiago1]

Just enlisted 25N and I I'm going to basic in May 28th at Fort Benning. My weakest part is running, I didn't ran in years. I started running since January and literally I did 2 miles in like 25 minutes. Now I'm between 16:30-17:30min. A lot better but still need to improve, thanks for your videos Matt, it has helped me in my decision

[@andrea42066]

Matt, good job! If you are in any way serious about going in, get in shape, go to exceed the standers set by the Army, it will help you in the long run. If you go into the airborne you must be in top shape! The black hats (jump masters) will not give you any breaks at your PT test, many guys where let go for not doing an event perfectly, proper position ect. That first PT test do your best to max it. Matt knows what he is talking about, I'm to far removed from the Army to pass along any do's or do not's, just do your best and train hard, that will save you in combat!

[@iamtobyxp]

I leave in 2 weeks to Fort Jackson...extremely out of shape😬😬 Wish me luck👍

[@12up4down]

I'm joining older.... like right before the cutoff. Ive never been one for exercise, but im active ish. I've just started testing myself and I can do about 25-30 solid form push-ups in 1 set, 60+ situps, and 1 miles at 8 minute pace.... but im gassed after a mile... like I'm done done.. but I also don't run much at all. So hearing what you said actually made me feel good and makes me want to train every day b4 I ship

[@equinox6433]

I cracked a coke watching the intro

[@Eruptor1000]

THIS comment is better than people think

[@iMystic]

As of right now, my PT scores are 40 push ups (did them all in 1 minute and burned out), 36 sit-ups (1 min) and a 1 mile of 8:10. I should be shipping off Army BCT this summer in June. I'll update you on what happens.

[@wamsleyjohnson]

Well what happened

[@iMystic]

@@wamsleyjohnson Passed without a problem.. ACFT is too easy

[@FelipeAugusto1]

Heading to FT Jackson June 17th. I really appreciated the videos and every advice you gave to us. 12D for AIT

[@loganwagner3574]

Felipim Soares same here man. 13B

[@rustrespectless2611]

Ft Jackson June 11th for me ☺💪🏽

[@GaugeTrivetteMusic]

Im screwed running 😂 can do 50 pushups in a minute 56 situps in a minute can barely run a quarter mile 😂

[@ChrisHavok]

Exactly

[@shawnpagel4217]

Same

If you have a recruiter who is on his game, they will be keeping tabs on your fitness level and weight standards. Some folk slack of and think they will just lion it out and will through it, and then are faced with a possible early separation and caused a waste of time and tax payer dollars. Ultimately, it is the recruits responsibility to be fit and know the basics, like 10 General orders and ranking system.

[@darylwright6093]

Literally worked out everyday before going back in 07. Wasn't enough. Never got heldover but it was tough.

[@ethand8348]

i was signed to college to play football like signed my letter of intent and everything but i decided to go military instead so i was 6’5 285 and had to drop so much weight i’m stronger then most people in the military obviously all i did was strength training but i gotta get used to everything now and i leave in 45 days

[@colemyhre8332]

The big thing for me that helped with my running is taking long, slow breaths. Before I learned how to manage my breathing running for more than 5 minutes. After I picked up my own breathing technique I could run for 20 minutes straight with no soreness.

[@beez6964]

I suck at running ; any breathing tips.

[@jessieomahony8101]

For anyone to piggy back off of, I did 24 push ups, 50 sits ups and ran a 16:36 2 mile (my 1 1 1 run was 13 mins) on my first or test. By the end of basic I did 67 pushups, 73 sit ups and ran a 15:18 2 mile. I went in weighing 165 and kinda chubby(ish) and I came out weighing 195

[@franklinwills4970]

I wanted to prepare for basic and do tons of running as many people told me to do... Then you have roommates who (at the time) believe that prep does not need to happen and you can magically get instant in shape while holding a 9-5 job. I passed my PT test at the end of basic (had drill sergeants who were nitpicky about how I did push ups) and in AIT now. For those who want to join, get prepared. Lose weight and get the endurance up to a point where you can get a 300 on your PT test.

[@adrianruffner5918]

Thanks Matt, your channel is so usefull for future soldiers!

[@jamesdeputie7288]

I graduated from fort Jackson May 2nd I went in out of shape but worked my ass off and it got easier with time and effort

[@afiyajones9619]

I'm doing Crossfit right now to prepare and don't have my asvab until next month. Love the videos , Matt.

[@xtne.e1100]

Afiya Jones I do CrossFit too :) def helps me.

[@afiyajones9619]

@@xtne.e1100 I did some running in yesterday class only 200m but I definitely wasn't completely gassed so its definitely getting me in shape

[@xtne.e1100]

Afiya Jones it’s helped me a lot with my pushups and even my sit-ups since all the compound movements help with core strength. Good luck on your ASVAB!

[@afiyajones9619]

@@xtne.e1100 thank you! yup time to cram study but I'm really thinking positive 🤗

[@xtne.e1100]

Afiya Jones yes, and be patient :) I posted videos about my experience and it can take awhile. Don’t get discouraged if this is what you really want!

[@mel-el5862]

I will body these physical tests. Have confidence in your strength my people.

[@orinpowell8458]

I told my recruiter that I want to wait about a moth to get in better shape and he told me there was no preparing for the army...lmao. He was adamant on me signing up then and there. I'm making sure that I am physically prepared for basic training. Though I know that I will still have to push myself to make sure I can get a great score on that final PT test, even if i fail the first few.

[@Bri-tp4mc]

I went to basic training in 2015. Wasn’t in shape, fell out of every run. Now I’m getting 300’s on my pt test and the most in shape female in my company. It all depends on how bad you want it

[@JohnDoe722]

Unfortunately, I just got medically separated from the Army during basic. However, in my experience (Fort Leonard Wood, Delta 2-48), people lacking in PT weren't sent home, but got to go all the way through basic and if they failed the 3rd, or the "3.5" PT test then they were sent into the Fitness Training Unit ("Fat camp"). You just stayed there, did weekly PT tests until you passed then moved on in your training.

[@xtne.e1100]

Great video, this definitely makes me feel a little better about my physical ability before basic. Shipping out in the dead of summer - July 🙌🏼 I can get my mile run in 8 minutes.. keeping that pace for the second mile, 👀 will have to work on that.

[@Thetravelingbusiness]

July 23 Fort Benning here 💪🏽

[@daysimejia9136]

Thanks Matt... I’m shipping in July to Fort Jackson

[@thechillmaster5836]

Same. July 22

[@johndaman4863]

Same July 9th.

[@hennydemi_]

april 30th 👍🏽

[@samoriaoliver7776]

@@hennydemi_ i leave april 30 to

[@xtne.e1100]

I ship out July 22nd to Jackson too :)

[@Soldier1287]

Good news for me, less competition to be top of the platoon and promoted in basic. At this level I can kinda do clap pull-ups now

[@jordynmorris7073]

Im a female and I can only run one mile at a time in about 9:50. I still try to run two miles at least a day until I can build up to doing it at once. I have till I ship out in June 🤞

[@stairwayuptouptown]

How’d it go?

[@GamrBoyLife]

I leave in July. I ran a mile for gym class today in 7 minutes. Then i made a realization i have to run another one right after that😂 i got some work to do

[@redjack7296]

I leave June 3rd for Fort Jackson

[@xtne.e1100]

I leave July too :)

[@juliuscesar7964]

Leaving in June fml

[@braeden9350]

I ship in a month, can barely do 10 pushups, can only run an 8 minute mile on a treadmill, a lot easier than outside.

[@JimboAlexander]

Damn, hope you pass. What mos are you

[@braeden9350]

@@JimboAlexander 94S Patriot System Repairer

[@kxmryyn]

just graduated 15Mar19. went to Fort Jackson A Co 2-13th. they started us off with 2 2 2 as an assessment 3 days after we got there. a lot of ppl failed off the jump but they smoked us consistently for the slightest things. the red phase pt test a lot more ppl passed than failed. dont go outta shape but you dont have to be in perfect shape

[@Ohbabybolty]

I leave sometime this fall, not in shape but I think I’ll be good. Got a good workout going.

[@toddparks3550]

I’m leaving next wendnesday, I’m a big guy (6’4” 240lbs) I’ve brought my 2 mile time to 21:00 and my fastest mile is 9:10. I’m kinda worried about being left behind in the push-up category but can’t wait to go. Praying someone’s less prepared then me. 😅

[@mischievousjr.9299]

Haha this guy, praying on someone's downfall

[@hyperion3145]

I’m leaving for Parris Island on July 22nd and I am watching this at 12 at night...

[@sarahmatospachano7046]

How did it go

[@lamborghinihigh8180]

Welp I got a week left😂😂😂

[@donjuanpasion8607]

Haha same, I go to Leonard wood next tuesday

[@aaronanthonythorn5238]

I got to Georgia the 15th of April

[@lamborghinihigh8180]

Aaronanthony Thorn same😂

[@jessetimmerman3548]

I leave for Fort Sill July 23 and now I’m even more motivated than I have been

[@micahboy5994]

Say goodbye to your freedom👋

[@TheGamingZeroGravity]

They are coming out with the ACFT test instead of the APFT. Which is in my opinion a more of a gage on how strong you actually are. It’s in October it will be effect I believe. Also, if you show up to BCT our of shape I had 6 people get recycled to week 2 and we were 3 days away from graduation when they got sent away because they were in horrible shape and didn’t care. Try and care you will succeed .

[@bigandlargepapi]

i am just now watching this with about a year to prepare i was scared if my numbers were too low but looks like i am just average. i ran 10:40 1.5 mile and do 30 push ups and 35 situps in 1 min. (i am preparing for airforce right now) thanks for your help matt

[@katelynslays]

WEEEE GET ITTTTT. IN YOURE PERSONAL OPINION!!!

[@Jjindot_gae]

Shipping out on June 17th to Basic at Fort Jackson! Can't wait to start my journey lol

[@ohitsramsey1871]

I ship June 19th

[@soletrain517]

enlisting next month, been making sure i get in the best shape possible before enlisting & before i go to bct

[@renaissancegothicccdoc]

Leaving for Fort Sill this May! Thanks Matt!

[@DStackz]

Nicole Larson may what?

[@renaissancegothicccdoc]

@@DStackz I ship May 20th from the San Jose MEPS.

[@brittanysmith357]

Awesome! I ship May 21st to Fort Sill as well 😊

[@renaissancegothicccdoc]

@@brittanysmith357 sweet! The name's Larson if you happen to see me around. 😁

[@xtne.e1100]

Good luck! Was supposed to leave that date but leaving in July instead :)

[@ariannakelly3509]

I leave in 4 days😬and am in horrible shape.....sooo I’ll update later I guess cross y’all fingers

[@chahaneshandell5566]

Arianna Kelly good luck

[@ariannakelly3509]

Yeah so I made it with actually really good scores my only tip is do your 1 by 3’s!

[@chahaneshandell5566]

Arianna Kelly do you have sc or Insta I have questions 🥺

[@ariannakelly3509]

Chahane Shandell yeah my insta is __queen.ari hit me up with any questions

[@scorchedpaths7191]

I'm 13 and already on the grind, obviously not the best but, around 57 situps and around 32 pushups. I gotta work on my running and pushups but the sit-ups are good.

[@andressommers584]

I leave next week to fort jackson. Thank you so much for your videos

[@jeromedailey3889]

I leave on the 30th lol

[@andressommers584]

Me too lol

[@jeromedailey3889]

@@andressommers584 good luck to us then man 😂

[@exvjd]

I ship the 16th , 11x . So Benn , here I come 🙂

[@DosenGraf]

12 more days. See yah there man.

[@jayyy1932]

See y'all there boys

[@benderrodriguez5428]

Why did you choose infantry?

[@aaronanthonythorn5238]

15th. April 11x Benn. For me

[@Pitbull245]

19d see u there

[@bennydrives]

i went to fort jackson. sent to FTC “fitness training unit” failed my run by 27 seconds to go back to basic and i got uncharacterized discharge. please go in shape..

[@Diego-jf1oe]

Damn dude, so you can't try again?

[@bennydrives]

Icarus i’ve been working out the last few months. i have to pass the PT test before i am able to go back.

[@Diego-jf1oe]

@@bennydrives I hope you make it, I was on my high school track team so I basically made it because of that. You have my prayers my dude.

[@bennydrives]

Icarus thank you bro. fr 💪🏼

[@deleted9379]

Update????

[@mikoyyuy13]

Yeaaahhh... I’m shipping out next week and i am so out of shape

[@somethingsomethingusername802]

How'd it go? I'm pretty out of shape as well. Can only do 30 pushups (if my life depends on it), 28-30 situps, and my run time is a complete joke - talking like a 2 mile in around 20 minutes. I'm going to be enlisting towards the end of November and I'm pretty worried about it, man.

[@beez6964]

@@somethingsomethingusername802 how did it go for you ? I ship out in 2 weeks and I’m really out of shape ; they pretty much rushed me cuz of my job I choose 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@dlane5447]

I went in 197 lbs running(lol) a 23 min 2 mile graduated osut at 15:25 and 167 lbs. ps I never failed push ups or sit ups so that helped

[@garrettfransen1785]

When did u start basic?

[@jonathanbien3685]

love your videos man

[@Uwolz]

I was in bct in 2013 now I’m 23 feels like lived a full life looking back lol.

[@kevinmarquez9576]

Man I’m a New Runner And I’m doing a mile in 10min…. I need to better my game. Shipping next monday to Fort Jackson

[@ojcdecato3163]

I can do a bunch of sit-ups but pushups are the hardest for me idk why

[@markolukic6376]

Same

[@Danny71891]

Great info and video Matt. Could you possibly do a video on tips to becoming a better runner? Whether it be fast paced to meet the PT tests or slower paced for ruck marches. I’m actually training and getting in shape to enlist in the Marines (or Army since I like both) by the end of this year and am having trouble with the running. I’ve been working out mostly through weightlifting and only did very light elliptical for cardio for years now and it hasn’t paid off. I’m way too slow and need some work. Thanks.

[@travisarmel1297]

Thanks for the advice Matt, heading to Jackson in a few weeks.

[@hulkballa1425]

Travis Armel same here June 4

[@TheBadboy103]

Thanks matt this video help i can probably do majority of these not to worried anymore