People train for years to do this - The Spanish Special Forces fitness test

[@Rycamcam]

The training instructor was so humble and gracious at the end where he said you're now his superior. What a gentleman!

[@KrlKngMrtssn]

Spaniards are educated to become gentlemen and fair competitors. Don't forget, only a few nations managed to hold up a global empire for 300 years.

[@ninosoldado6361]

​@@KrlKngMrtssnthats it , thanks for the words brother

[@juanalvarez5550]

Sí, yo estuve en Operaciones Especiales, España. Muy duro, pero muchísima educación.

[@arielgarcia5065]

In Spanish army there's no reason to not be nice if you haven't done anything wrong

[@MaMastoast]

@@KrlKngMrtssn Im not saying you are wrong about modern day spaniards, but im pretty sure being fair competitors doesnt have anything to do with having a global empire, quite the opposite infact

[@manhattan1vato]

I was in the Spanish Army for three years. The maximum amount of pullups I ever did was 20 (with good form). I never ran under 13 seconds. I saw a girl scream with a panic attack in the tunnel (though we did it with more people, going in both directions). This guy's form is absolutely outstanding. You have to have tried this kind of thing to understand how good of a form he has.

[@fugu4163]

He is basically a norwegian marine.

[@JacobSparks23]

This is special forces test, not regular army training,

​@@JacobSparks23yes we all know thanks

[@SaltNBattery]

Not trying to be rude, when was the last time Spain was involved in a war? 1815? They stayed out of all the World Wars and to my knowledge haven’t been involved in anything significant in over 200 years. How many generations of Spanish soldiers have never seen combat? All of them. No Spanish soldier alive today, nor their fathers or grandfathers or great grandfathers have ever been in combat. If I’m misinformed, please correct me, like I said I’m not trying to be rude, I’m genuinely curious. I respect that Spain is nothing like my country and in perpetual wars for Israel and billion dollar corporation profits. Our military are basically just mercenaries at this point, they’ve done nothing to “defend us or our freedom” like NPC bootlickers like to parrot.

[@carmenaranjita5321]

​@@SaltNBattery the last war Spain fought in was the civil war which ended in 1939. There are loads of people still alive who lived through it and remember some. Also Spain intervenes and helps in conflicts in different countries. Like everybody else, we have an army.

[@Innomen]

The level of niceness on this guy screams competence. I bet he's a monstrous badass in actual combat. That has always been my experience, because exceptional people inherently get confident and real confidence is the opposite of blustering showy insecurity. Those people are Extremely chill.

[@MR-Last-rj6lb]

And a complete risk to those they are "training".

[@alfonindatube]

That's so true

[@Deadbeatcow]

​@@MR-Last-rj6lbWhen you're training the best of the best, a bar less than 50,000 people in the world can match, you can be more relaxed in training as they either pass or don't. The basics of every aspect of the military is already long drilled into these soldiers before they even join special forces.

[@wolfgang4368x]

​@@Deadbeatcowgood, thanks!❤

[@dominus6224]

I’m glad you’re experience isn’t the reality. Plenty of douches who are capable and plenty of nice guys who suck.

[@nicdes5540]

This instructor seemed like he was actually a really nice guy ! Pretty cool to see less of a hardass approach

[@prorangerr]

he's nice to his non soldiers civilians lol

[@ThinkShink]

When they have less time to fuck around and a unit that few can ever enter, it actually does tend to create a relaxed instructor, because the standards are just the standards, and they have to tell countless guys they didn't make it that go-around.

[@jonborno8550]

with those kind of standards you really do not need to be an asshole anymore..

[@chunkspiggle3916]

The entire hardass mentality was invented in the 60's when the US needed to conscript random average joes who had spent the previous 10 years in a cushy office job to ship them halfway across the world and set random asian people on fire. It has long outlasted its original purpose and exists for no reason other than to make bloated welfare queens and other slightly-above-mediocre men feel good about themselves.

[@MorpH2k]

Exactly. I don't know about the Spanish SF, but generally most SF only recruit from already trained soldiers and only the very best, so the need to be that hardass drill instructor is not really as necessary when everyone is already an experienced soldier. But I bet he can and will be tough to the applicants when and if it's required.

[@robbiewilliamson9783]

I love when Magnus tries to joke with super serious instructors 😂

[@JamesLinenX]

Agreed, its hilarious

[@Oli_Vier1886]

Yes😂

[@jordiferrer9064]

I'm spanish, and I'm aware of the english language level we have in here... Maybe he didn't understand. Never discard that

[@luckyspurs]

He's always got such an innocent naughty impish look on his face.

[@tasorodri]

Well, he said Magnus needed full power for the pull ups, I think he meant it as a semi-joke, not sure if it's 100% serious.

[@elliottcole8406]

I had the pleasure of working with the Spanish Army at Qala E Naw, Baghdis Province, Afghanistan in 2013 right before they left, including 9 of their special operations guys. It was one of the best experiences in my career. And I got my certificate in cutting Iberian Ham!

[@k1k2k3k4]

How was it? How do they compare to other nations in terms of competence and reliability?

[@elliottcole8406]

The rank-and-file soldiers and officers were pathetic. I have stories. But their Special Forces dudes were harder than woodpecker lips. @@k1k2k3k4

[@Combatives101]

We were there late 2012 in Qala E Naw, I enjoyed the Spanish dining facility. We were there to shut down FOB Todd

[@elliottcole8406]

Yeah I got there in May 2013 and we were supposed to go somewhere else, but it was taking a little longer to shut down. We were there about 2-3 months then it closed and we wend to Delaram. I think it was MNANG dustoff that we relieved.@@Combatives101

[@ChrisHenares]

I was there too. Qala E Naw, Bala Murghab, Herat. But I was on 2009 and 2010. Great times indeed.

[@Neopopulist]

5:50 very humble man, says he struggles with the pushups too to make Magnus feel better, love teachers like that. Makes learning what he has to teach much better!

[@jasonhawkins2717]

One hundred percent 💯

[@BWater-yq3jx]

I don't get when he says at 5:26 that's way harder than normal pushups. They look like normal pushups.

[@caioeduardo42]

narrow hands, elbows tucked makes you use way more triceps and less back@@BWater-yq3jx

[@jerrywong9379]

@@BWater-yq3jx actually for most people, "normal pushups" allow them to spread their arms further apart, which allows more engagement of the chest and shoulders, I get for calisthenics that's a normal pushup, but yeah, for most people out there this is no normal pushup

[@spookinoff]

Push-ups are way harder than the old US Army standard. We could sag in the middle or put our butt in the air to rest

[@talbech]

The instructor sounded like a great guy who really wanted Magnus to perform well. Awesome job, both of you.

[@coolirliswear9548]

Seems like he's a good soldier and also a good leader/instructor. No need to be aggressive if you can make the person you're training understand the reason and meaning behind rules and instructions.

[@charlesfranks1902]

Let the man fail the test, not his incorrect technique. Everyone doing the test the same way makes the grading easier too.

[@rafapazos06]

The instructor is an absolute class act. Bravo!

[@EliosNex]

I feel like the instructor was a Magnus fan, he sounded like he was so happy to show magnus how to perform the exercises and his encouragement was spot on! What a great guy! Well done Magnus for another military test passed! Where to next?

[@zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028]

Or just a decent human lmao

[@Nefville]

@@zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028 Or just a great guy. Decent is a low bar to pass, people should aspire to be better than that.

[@zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028]

@@Nefville Decent would be enough, I would love for everyone to be decent humans

[@ragarde3861]

Just a spaniard, we are usually happier than nordics

[@johnnyfrankenstein0123]

Russia north korea israel

[@Nefville]

Magnus I was sitting around about a year ago not working, feeling miserable, recovering after a surgery on my inner ear. Then I found your channel and it got me working out again. Now about a year later I'm 37 and in the best shape I've ever been in, feeling great, and it wasn't for watching your videos like this one and getting inspired I don't think I would be. Thanks!

[@gabrielo4749]

Keep the great spirit up!

[@WAR-4-YHWH]

Also Watch 3 of 7 Project. He's a Navy Seal and does endurance running, biking, anything to keep himself in shape. They also have a weekend camp they run to help people go beyond their normal limit. If I wasn't awaiting surgery I'd love to go. Good Christian tight knit group, but all kinds go.

[@rodmm3010]

Both humble genuinely nice people. Refreshing to see content like this

[@noAPlease]

Having a blurred out face and masked voice, it's still obvious the guy Magnus was with here was a great guy. Really encouraging and all around jovial. Super cool to see.

[@tmgthemobgamez2657]

I am currently training to take this test here in Spain, this video helped me get a better understanding, thank you Magnus !

[@VodKaVK]

Suerte chaval, dale duro!

[@SouthGlass]

Estás a tope, jefe de equipo

[@tmgthemobgamez2657]

@@VodKaVK Muchas gracias, ya casi estamos !

[@joseluisalonso6627]

A por todas

[@imaginateca]

Recuerda: no vayas hacia la luz, ¡siempre hacia donde esté más oscuro! 😀 ¡¡Ánimo y suerte con las pruebas!!

[@allanc2827]

I have been to Spain four times. Love the people. An important value in Spain is personal dignity. It's not what kind of job you have. It's whether you take pride in your work. I even saw a beggar who remained on his knees and prayed to god with eyes closed.

[@Crooklyn7]

That’s actually a pretty good observation, as a Spaniard I’ve always felt this but didn’t know how to put it into words.

[@dkitt-1]

Magnus, I really appreciated your effort in this one, because this fitness test had elements that we haven't seen in others. The tunnel/maze test was wild and was definitely more mental than physical. The adherence to strict form in the calisthenics portion increased the difficulty dramatically. Adding weight to the run at the end tested both your physical fitness and mental toughness. The Spanish Special Forces is definitely looking for a specific type of warrior and I gained a tremendous appreciation for the men and women who qualify, and for you. You are a world class athlete. Thank you for this video.

[@WonderleagueLP]

was this written by gpt?

[@tasorodri]

Interestingly if this is the corp I think it is there's no woman because the physical tests are so hard that no woman was able to pass yet, I had a friend who was trying to be the very best, she was ripped but don't know if it would be enough.

[@SwainixFPV]

@@tasorodri these tests are always made to select the best rather than being necessarly the most applicable, because for sure women would be qualified for everything else. Endurance wise they have just as much too, but I am not really pro-military or trying to join the military so if only men go killing instead of men and women I don't really care ahah

[@kerolokerokerolo]

@@tasorodri I assume they will have different standards for female aspirants...

[@stickydone]

@@kerolokerokerolo nah, high level military It should all be equal. You can't risk one teammate not being able to help out someone because their standards were lower than the rest. It's all about end result and safety, nothing to do with the actual gender (not saying there ain't any discrimination or whatever, just that all requirements are equal regardless age, gender, mood whatever)

[@Nakkiteline]

that's so cool that they gave you a rank! you performed very well, i think a deep-dive to endurance, what can you achieve in a year in maraton or something would be super interesting! but these military test videos has been awesome too, you're the rare youtubers whose every video i watch as soon as possible! cheers from finland mate!! 😎🇫🇮

[@davidrussell8689]

I was invited to visit the base of an elite unit of the Spanish army by a high ranking officer . I was deeply impressed . True professional soldiers ; capable and dedicated . On par with other elite units from around the world .

[@spicy_fishes]

Magnus is going to become one of the most complete athletes ever at this rate… Awesome video!

[@narrowpath9491]

Magnus doing special forces tests is for me the absolute best content on the Tube. We all love the underdog and Magnus is a beast for his size

[@nesciusplayground]

Underdog, lol. He still is one of the best athletes out there.

[@Eva-mp7xg]

I agree, the 20kg on a 110kg man is a different challenge than the 20kg on a 70kg man. So yeah, you're totally right with the "beast for his size" statement.

[@juggdogg]

​@@Eva-mp7xg You're right but it's different to run if youre 110 kg than 75 kg even if it's muscle. I think the optimal for every style would be around 90 kg bw

[@qweasd9153]

@@juggdogg 90kg quite heavy still. I think between 70-80 is optimal.

[@Eva-mp7xg]

@@juggdogg I'd guess the ideal weight depends on the distance you run? Sprinters seem to be built bigger than marathon runners (see Usain Bolt v/s Eliud Kipchoge)

[@Freebirdz3]

I deployed to Spain as a US Navy Seabee in the mid 80s. I miss Spain, the Spanish People, and of course the food.

[@CroquetaNinjaTV]

We are still here!

[@Ruano-13]

Quien respeta y valora siempre tendrá sus puertas abiertas 🇪🇸

[@killuagato6887]

@@Ruano-13 y quien no también xD

[@takeiteasy8847]

I am always incredibly impressed when Magnus performs endurance tests. It is crazy to have a time like this with no special training.

[@dongurudebro4579]

A decent fitness regime and most importantly a smart game plan paired with a sound mindset can bring you to at least to 99% of the best times. The last % is where it gets hard. But yeah imennsly impressiv! :)

[@exanyt]

@@dongurudebro4579 Yea magnus has a good mindset for those kinda things, like with the dark tunnels or with the hiking up the hills and then running down the hills to get faster times. His instinct is hella good.

[@sigmal47]

No special training? If I recall Magnus ran 4x4 intervals more than once a week for his entire youth and pro climber career?

[@takeiteasy8847]

@@dongurudebro4579 absolutely not. For sure mindset plays a huge role. But if you are not really gifted with exceptional endurance your cardiovascular system will just collapse under such a demand. The mindset will make you survive the run but to do it in such a time. Mindset will not be enough. Trust me I ran in a team for years. You cannot will yourself to have good times. The other guys before him also did not lack willpower thats for sure.

[@takeiteasy8847]

@@sigmal47 That is powerendurance especially in the forearms. Thats why you do it. It is a different thing to running thoug. Thats like saying - of course Jakob Schubert excells on the competition lead wall - he goes hiking all the time in the mountains of tyrol. It gives some benefits to be generally in good shape but endurance - like strenght - is highly specific to a task and bodypart.

[@ByGuiji]

I was not expecting a video showing my home country Special Forces. So tuned for this!!

[@oscarsanchezgiller]

Me too!

[@maxguevara5054]

Yo me he quedado loca 🤣🤣 no sé qué cuartel es este. Pero no sabía que a un extranjero le podía interesar hacer Paef del ejército español

[@Oscar-iu7zi]

@@maxguevara5054 Lo gracioso es que no es el paef si no las pruebas fisicas del GOE, que es el grupo de operaciones especiales militar del ejercito de tierra español, por eso las marcas son una absoluta fumada, 31 dominadas cuando por ejemplo, el 10 en las pruebas de policia nacional son 15 jajaja

[@karamelo]

​@@maxguevara5054Esta en el pardo en Madrid

[@maxguevara5054]

@@Oscar-iu7zi ya ya vi que Goes por la boina. Dije Paef por los abs y las flexiones. Me ha matado en serio 😁🤣 muy bueno

[@rakka6315]

"Somewhere in spain" shows us madrid from the northwest

[@MarkanVaran7]

Where is that

[@rakka6315]

@@MarkanVaran7 madrid? The capital autonomous community in Spain. Slam dunk in the middle. You can see the four towers of madrid in the drone shot from there you figure out position of base

[@MarkanVaran7]

@@rakka6315 tried to find it on google maps the exact same spot but couldnt lol whatever Ive been in Madrid twice fyi Spain has absolutely stunning scenery. I might go through student exchange next year to Malaga. I love Spain, the music,culture and I want to learn the language

[@weichmacher3973]

Ok no secret base anymore

[@notorio666]

Sierra de Guadarrama somewhere

[@marioherrerosiles727]

I was waiting for this one Magnus. Proud to see you train with our special ops. Un saludo! 🇪🇸

[@lalomunozmaldonado7456]

Españita en la cima

[@mfp2335]

Da gusto

[@tangerineman27]

I hope Magnus knows how huge of a honor it is to ranked as a Colonel right out the gate honorary or not! Massive props!!!

[@pwndbaby]

I'm half way through this video, and i'm so happy you made this video. instructor seemed like a cool dude.

[@ramsessiereveld2824]

never stop doing these things Magnus, but also never stop "this stupid climbing thing'

[@NoahGrandry]

Yes pleasy, i wanna see more climbing again!😄

[@zangao5]

To maximize pushups for endurance, push to failure then drop to your knees and continue to failure. This will increase your ability for max pushups. I never seemed to be able to get the maximum Army test score because of the pushups, even after basic training, till someone advised me to train this way. The next test I maxed the pushup portion.

[@nigermant6347]

thanks a lot

[@vidividal]

this is useful!

[@nieczerwony]

I think it's also genetics m8. I had a friend who was able to do 120 push ups at the age of 15. He was extremally fast in sprints also, and strong AF in the gym.

[@w4rg3rm]

I'm going to incorporate this into my regimen.

[@fifthycharaktersforaqualit7468]

​@@nieczerwonyAs far as I know its about your VO2 max your diet your mitochondrial health and what types of muscle fibers you have most (so its part genetics but allot can be done to still perform better than most)

[@emollient3]

This was so cool. Good job, Magnus! I was overseas in Afghanistan with Spanish SOF. They are all really chill like this guy. They were the best hosts and even gave us paella, too ❤

[@Bawamba]

This was so cool to watch! Big up to Spain special forces for having you, seems like great guys!

[@wavyjones96]

We are very welcoming ❤

[@ninosoldado6361]

Thank you sir

[@shanybody]

I have to say, after so many tests and collaborations, Magnus has definitely become less tense in front of camera with strangers, more natural and loosen with the conversation, much much less "awkward fillers", it feels like the conversation and some small talks are super calming and way way comfortable to watch comparing to the first couple of test videos. And again I really appreciate the fact that Magnus always gives it all without holding back when it comes to making efforts. That genuine feeling on his face is really inspiring and motivitional!! Keep up the great work Magnus!!!

[@javiermp6608]

“Don’t worry about the snakes, maybe you find a wild boar”😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dwaynemadsen964]

WOW! Great job! I love that you ended on a high note. I'd love to believe that all Spanish SF Soldiers are like your guide, but I bet they assigned one of the very best at interacting with the media and the public. The feeling of camaraderie really came through in the final video. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.

[@TheIrishBiker93]

The Spanish Special Forces don't mess around with the entry fitness test. Top notch content as well and the instructor seems like a super nice guy but wouldn't want to get on his bad side as well haha

[@imaginateca]

Once one of them told me why: they want to know your attitude and also if you have a physical base to improve. They know that later they can make you improve your marks with their training. And they do it 😉

[@ReDDx666]

The end was like giving him candy lol it’s just do or go test

[@ninosoldado6361]

​@@imaginatecaasi es , se trata de actitud y cojones. Ya se puede mejorar cada a dia con esas dos cosas

[@ManuelSalasM]

It used to be way harder. Back in 1987 when I went to the navy divers course we started 240 men, and only 18 of us finished it. Now even women pass it

[@SaltNBattery]

Haven’t won a war since 1815, stayed out of the world wars. That’s multiple generations of “soldiers” who’ve never seen combat, their fathers, their grandfathers, their great-grandfathers. I’m just confused, how can a military be capable of no one alive from the top to the bottom has been involved in anything significant for over 200 years?

[@TerapiBoat]

Spanish instructor is really cool. Congrats for your performance, it's crazy!

[@101personal]

Magnus , we are astonished on your good condition and attitude. Thanks for your video. Congratulations. Regards from Mexico City

[@knucklesdk]

As a spaniard I can only be thankfull to you for doing this, spreading our ways and showing it from the inside. Thanks a lot mate.

[@briansk6325]

ARRIBA ESPAÑA HERMANO

[@Zeioth]

I can't say the same. There have been a strong fascist movement in Spain, and last time that happened, the army perpetrated a coup d'etat and kill thousands of civilians. This kind of video is tremendously dangerous.

[@fromtheotherside1980]

@@Zeioth 🧠📉

[@frankcastle10]

@@Zeioth 🧠📉

[@adriii_021]

@@Zeioth🧠📉

[@martinpp95]

"Somewhere in Spain" right as we see the 4 tallest buildings in Spain haha. Great video magnus, hope you liked your stay in Spain :D

[@balbos7114]

Yeah,somewhere northwest of La Villa y Corte 😂

[@ВячеславТрофименко-к1ъ]

This video not about Spain its about test

[@ManuRomer0]

What a beatiful video Magnus,i was smiling all the time😁 i'm so proud of our army,viva España!🔥🇪🇸

[@Falconn000]

Shout out to these two legends. The instructor seemed like an awesome and supportive man. Even though it was for a youtube, I do believe he treats his subordinates right.

[@lyntoncollins2758]

Go cure cancer, not this rubbish ....

[@spicy_fishes]

This goes to show how elite Magnus is

[@neizanepilept4364]

im from Spain and it makes me so proud that u came to our country, thank you! And i recomend you to do some climbing here in Spain, theres good climbing spots in Asturias or Cantabria.

[@ciaranandrew8905]

Irish person here, I can say I feel Spain is the best country in the world, just love the place and its people

[@Lex-nx7kd]

​@@ciaranandrew8905thank you for your kind words

[@scepii]

That 3km run was absolutely incredible. Really didn’t expect you to perform so well on it.

[@testie__111]

It's actually almost 12km/h (11.73km/h), that's kinda hard to believe to be honest. In the video he didnt seem to be running THAT fast

[@Connux]

​@@testie__111theres downhills that give a big speed boost

[@javiermp6608]

“Don’t worry about the snakes, maybe you find a wild boar”😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@antflynn7]

It’s about 5:13 mins per km. I know what that looks like and he wasn’t running at that pace even with the downhills. If you are walking you are dropping to 10 mins per km for those bits. It doesn’t add up

[@BOB2112420]

@@antflynn7 I'm thinking maybe he was supposed to do two laps and he only did one.

[@misanthrophex]

20 kilos is A LOT I wasn't expecting the military dude to be so cool, surprisingly one of the best people I have seen in ages.

[@oz_jones]

Especially when the vest doesn't distribute the weight evenly and puts a strain on your shoulders

[@falcodarkzz]

3km on a trail with that much uphill and 20kg...in 15mins. Absolutely insane performance.

[@turntablesrockmyworld9315]

I wear a 20 lb backpack for my 1 hour walks and it kills me! lol I can't imagine 20 kilos.

[@k14michael]

@@falcodarkzz Yup, that’s wild. That’s 8 min/mi pace for almost 2 miles with 44 pounds carry on a hilly course!

[@CatharticSense]

Magnus also isn't the biggest guy. If he was a 100kg 1.90 guy 20 kg is more manageable.

[@annymus4502]

THIS IS SO COOL TO WATCH AS A SPANIARD!!! 🇪🇸

[@Theironbodysensei]

As a former pfa instructor for the Navy your pull ups were definitely spectacular.

[@almar0k]

Some can only dream to reach your physical abilities. You really inspire a lot of people to push their limits and be modest about it, as you are!

[@GizelleQuant]

This instructor was incredibly friendly and professional. This was a fun challenge to watch.

[@aaronhughes7573]

Magnus tries his absolute hardest with every test ive seen on here. I love his attitude and work ethic.

[@Zondu]

The fact that Magnus' reputation has preceded himself to the point that one of the most dangerous men in the world acknowledges his superiority while shirtless

[@SnakePliskin762]

That's because it's not about how he looks it's about what he can do.

[@RaskiPlaski3000]

what a nice instructor! its really motivating to see you doing those tests

[@Beamikla]

This is one of the best KZbin channels, it is so original and I just love how your videos are made, truly inspiring to workout and reach similar goals ! Keep it up

[@gizzardz8700]

at this point i'm convinced magnus has been recruited by the norway government to get info on other nations militaries lol

[@malumarado1600]

En España somos así de amables de toda la vida. Instructor de lo mejor

[@tnan123]

Magnus has crazy endurance and strength at the same time. The fitness tests are always fun to watch.

[@miguimau]

Dang, you are in good shape, mate. Cheers from Spain. Actually I had to do much of that stuff (not the tunnel thing , of course) at my High School, our instructors were very strict.

[@erinoconnor537]

Really enjoy these videos. 100x better than the standard KZbin military fitness test videos. What an athlete.

[@vikroy3777]

The instructor seemed like a really nice guy. Nice balance of pushing and motivation.

[@deif1969]

Orgullo de ser español!! Gracias por mostrar un pedacito del esfuerzo que nuestro ejercito hace por toda la patria.

[@pichafloja7373]

nuestro ejercito no hace nada por la patria, dejan que nos fumiguen, nos traen invasores ellos mismos.....

[@cahal]

Damn the physical effort Magnus puts in to his videos is off the charts. 💪

[@echodub81]

That captain is impressive, well spoken and sure no joke

[@bertvg86]

Love to see these pushups in contrast to the ridiculous numbers you sometimes hear. Another great episode, thanks for sharing!

[@nigermant6347]

to be honest, he didn't lock the elbows, and situps lower the upper back and the head than what the instructor said. But those 30 pull-ups were insane, specially when he wasn't comfortable with the grip and couldn't change it. 👋

[@thunderball11111]

@@nigermant6347 With the situps I believe you are allowed to lower your upper back the instructor simply noted that it is not required.

[@bjen3273]

@@nigermant6347 The instructor didn't say he had to lower his upper back and head with the situps. He specifically said it's acceptable as long as 2/3 of your back is touching the mat

[@NSW15355]

Not a single show on TV can beat this! Nice job Magnus!!

[@aicarambaalguem]

these military tests you take are always super fun to watch. It really takes a world class athlete out of breath to show people how hard these tests are

[@saudude2174]

I never knew you had such good stamina and spatial awereness Magnus. You impressed a lot of people with this video.

[@qweasd9153]

incredible pace in the last test. I struggle to run 5km in 5:20min/km in flat terrain. You did faster than my pace in steep terrain and +20kg without much training for it. Elite athletes are really just build different

[@SantoRedentor]

If you struggle to do go under 5min/km on a 5k you are below average of peole who have trained for it with any intent. But agree that Magnus is a pretty strong athlete overall and doing everything he did with no specific training is really good.

[@qweasd9153]

@@SantoRedentor never really trained for it. I just climb and tried running 5k a few times. Just comparing myself with magnus cos I dont think he trains for running and still performs as good as ppl who trains for running, like he aced the last test and I'm pretty sure that spec ops do train for running to some extent.

[@gmy33]

​@@qweasd9153most strong people hate running over 1k :-) .. i remember running with pro decathlon competitors .. they hate the 1500mtr they have to do .. yeah i was middeldistance runner would be fun to do it with 20kg

[@r.schumacher]

It must be the the best feeling in the world to be able to push yourself to the limit. That's what everybody should try to achieve. Such an inspiration!

[@economicsofmarketing]

One of the most interesting video and fitness-video formats ive ever seen. So good commentary and interesting tests all the way trough.

[@jaumee__]

The maze part is by far the most difficult part, there's been people who actually needed to be rescued, also people staying for hours before surrender or pass. Also that was the short version and you did it during daytime and it is done during noght, sometimes stormy nights. And you absolutely did amazing man!!

[@profpuffofficial2]

just keep holding the right wall

[@musthabe_]

@@profpuffofficial2 dammit, no wonder i couldnt do it, i kept holding the left wall

[@profpuffofficial2]

@@musthabe_ it should work tho same principle

[@profpuffofficial2]

@@musthabe_ but if the route has a loop in it can cause issues

[@TheRiverweasel09]

I wonder if they have circular routes in there, because my normal tactic in situations like that is just keep going right forever or left forever. If there is only one exit and just dead ends otherwise, it's a tactic that will always work so long as you stay calm.

[@allogogonzalez5640]

Being spaniard myself Im glad that you came here to experience the test for the army, it's always said that it is a super hard test but seing you struggle just put into perspective the training some colleagues of mine have to go through. PS. dont say somewhere in spain when you show some of the most recognizables buildings in spain xDD

[@goekhanbag]

Where was it?

[@DavidAguileraMoncusi]

@@goekhanbagMadrid

[@diob1234]

@@goekhanbag they are so iconic that if you have ever lived in Madrid you can guess the position of the base he was

[@ArtOfHealth]

Best Endurance result for running is Shut Your Mouth. Breathe in/out your nose. Do NOT talk. This was fun!

[@hanswoast7]

Colonel Mitbø, we salute you.

[@Zondu]

You're probably good at endurance from also rock climbing. Endurance running is about your body's capacity to withstand lactic acid (Causes pain), your muscles ability to utilize oxygen efficiently, and your lungs rhythm and consistency with breathing. All of these are traits you would've gained from your extensive climbing experience.

[@mattthompson8657]

I've worked with Spanish Marines. They were certainly special!

[@EffigyOfficial]

Magnus is doing a military world tour and I'm here for it

[@yoraduuwannacomeouthere8580]

Damn Spanish Special Forces are actually monsters

[@sonic_sabbath]

Do they make the tests easier for trannies？Because that seems the fashion

[@GalaxieMarauder]

Yea ok....

[@sergeykorostelev7510]

😂

[@Shoegaze-]

Until you compare them to rangers lol

[@yoraduuwannacomeouthere8580]

@@Shoegaze- yeah, but both rangers and spanish special forces are monsters when compared to the average man

[@MainUkraine]

10.5 seconds 100 meter is a professional sprinter time but theyre wearing track spikes, short shorts, and running on the track. Reaching 10.5 in a uniform with boots and muddy gravel must be near impossible.

[@i27v1]

It’s completely impossible haha

[@miracleman8022]

That impossible to do

[@Bobbzorzen]

Epic episode like always, you're well on your way to becoming the first person in the world to pass every countries special forces training :D

[@luckyspurs]

I feel like good instructors have a way of making you really like them without giving you too much encouragement. Just enough for you to know they're on your side and human.

[@davidconcannon6503]

Fantastic video and well done. Top marks to you and the instructor.

[@DannyDeVitois80]

Hell yes! “Magnus Tries ____ Military Test” is maybe my favorite “series” on ALL of KZbin!! Let’s go! Magnus is a freaking beast of a little Norwegian man haha 👏

[@DannyDeVitois80]

*** Also, I can’t wait until you make a collaboration with STORROR….. You and Juji should be a part of one of their big “hide and seek” videos lol! 🤙

[@themeatpopsicle]

By the time Magnus gets into "US Delta Force Fitness Test" the only thing uncensored will be Magnus's face

[@Ferdrew-fw2hr]

Great stuff dude !! 💪🦾💥🔥 I respect you and these Forces !! ☝️🇪🇸💯🙏

Spanish special forces are one of the most underrated military units in the world. ¡Great video!

[@AZadeh-nd8vx]

Are they? I spoke to my British Marine friend and a few American Marines and they say they're pretty poor...

[@SaltNBattery]

How’s that? They haven’t fought in a war in over 200 years… 1815 was the last war Spain “won”. So we’re talking muskets? I’m not sure how anyone could claim that they’re the best or top of anything, when no one alive for generations has even seen combat from the top to the bottom. They didn’t even fight in the World Wars.

[@carmenaranjita5321]

​@@SaltNBatterybecause we had our own civil war

[@javiergallardo6102]

@@SaltNBattery We fought in the 2nd Wold War with the División Azul and the russians were pretty scared of the spanish soldiers, They respected a lot that the officers never took their galons off even in prision. Napoleon couldnt invade the full country. H1tler was against trying to invade Spain and said: "You can't enter in Spain without the spanish allowing it." In Croatia, 1st of december every year they remember the Spanish soldiers that saved 200 croatians from being masacred. We have been in Afghanistan. We won this year's Apex Predator (elite snipers tournament from the OTAN) And this are only a few of the things the Spanish military have done.

[@davidpenaarroyo1205]

​@@SaltNBatteryThe United States fought in half of the world's wars, and they have only won half due to economic superiority in weapons, and yet their common soldiers are completely useless, this is an example that participating in wars does not mean having good soldiers, and Spain has been in several wars.

[@Ztingjammer]

That was incredible! Love these military tests you go through. Top quality!

[@Lorenzo4IN]

This channel is pure gold.

[@Dnboswachter]

I love these episodes so much! I hope your going to go trough all branches!! Love the difference between county’s! Magnus, your such an amazing inspiration!! 🔥 ❤

[@Dnboswachter]

Thank you Magnus!

[@G17-k6f]

Magnus puts out top tier content. You run an amazing channel my friend. Absolute quality.

[@garyt123]

I was able to experience a stint with the Spanish Army in Haiti about 20 years ago. All the soldiers (and I mean all) are extremely well mannered, professional, and the level of comradery is very high. One finds oneself feeling integrated within the unit in a short period of time. Major respect to those excellent men and women.

[@Crabmantwo]

This instructor is amazing, damn.

[@spotlessmind9263]

I like that its just a single officer with Magnus.. having cadets around to talk about their experiences is good but this feels more intimate, like the officer is here to evaluate you, not guide you

[@my735]

So humble and respectful to the test, great man

[@KalebSDay]

You know it is a great day when a new Magnus video drops! :D

[@squarecircle1473]

Magnus, I love your military content. Please do more of this! Its so great to watch :) And much congratulations on your performance as well :)

[@CommandantSchrdinger]

Im french and i have the utmost respect for our neighbours south of the border, great people and culture

[@MyCatHasAsthma]

Shout out to Blurry face Spanish dude, he was pretty cool

[@MVPhurricane]

i really liked this spanish military guy. and magnus is a beast, as always. given the scoring system, a 6.5 is actually outrageously good. and i can't imagine what some of these special forces guys look like-- jesus. the sprinting rubric was completely outrageous-- they seriously have guys who can run 10.5 second 100m in those conditions? insane.

[@62meta]

10,5 sounds hard but he could get to 11 / 11,5 seconds if he trains his legs for speed and general muscle. He is a little guy who needs to have a high pace with his legs to get to higher speed. But in the video you see he has general endurance but lacks the strength in legs to push him harder forward and in a higher pace. And i know fully well that he would smoked me in sit ups, push ups and pull ups.

[@helmuthvonmoltke5518]

​@@62metaIt's not really a matter of strength though. You need explosiveness and power in your lower body to get a decent 100m time. That's something Magnus obviously doesn't train for.

[@WlerickBigotOfficial]

Good question, and the answer is no.

[@abcitiseasyasonetwothree3066]

There is no guy who runs 10 5. Withhout electronic time its like 10.7 - 10.8 time in serious athletics competition.. and that time is really achieved only by sprint based athletes.. thatkind of athlete would not be in military.. if he could do 10.5 and do great inensurance run.. i doubt there is 100m sprinter even who runs under 10 seconds who could do so well as magnus onendurace run.

[@thegoldenthread-greatstori6795]

​@@abcitiseasyasonetwothree3066yeah tbh I'm even sceptical of magnus time in this

[@maxsloan7238]

Loved this. Great to see you did so well. 👌

[@oscarramosgonzalez4438]

Magnus I'm spanish and I love all your videos It makes me proud that you visited our country, thanks a lot

[@hardlinerjay]

I feel that with every one of those special military training vids we are getting closer to Magnus executing something like real hostage rescue op behind enemy lines just to keep us entertained.