Hayley
What physical fitness requirements must I meet to enter the military and succeed in basic training? #militaryforce
So i would know how much work i will have to do even though i am willing to put all my effort in everything i do. #militaryforce
4 answers
James Garvin
James’s Answer
It depends on the service, but the basic idea is that you can do push ups, sit ups, and run 2 miles in a reasonable amount of time. I was in the Army and when you first his basic training, it is challenging, no matter what shape you are in. You won't get much sleep and the amount of physical activity is impressive. You will spend days and nights physically exhausted and you will learn to sleep anywhere. I'd never do it again, but it was worth while to get me on the right path in life.
Here is the info for each branch Navy
https://www.navy.com/navy-life/life-as-a-sailor/fitness.html#physical-training Marines
https://www.military.com/military-fitness/army-fitness-requirements/army-basic-training-pft
Air Force
https://www.military.com/military-fitness/coast-guard-fitness-requirements/coast-guard-basic-pft
Kim Igleheart
Kim’s Answer
Haley,
The basic information was provided in the previous answer. I want to stress the psychological aspect of training. It will teach you to obey orders without hesitation, to keep your thoughts/comments to yourself (including how to not roll your eyes!), to trust your team-mates, and to have confidence in yourself. Mental toughness is just as important as physical toughness. If you want it, you can do it! Challenge yourself to set an example for others. Best of luck! Kim
Simran Kandola
Simran’s Answer
Bambi Sowards
Bambi’s Answer
Hi Hayley, this is a very good question. There are going to be physical requirements that you must meet while you are in. When I joined the Air force we had to do push ups, sit ups, jumping jacks, and a few others along with running a mile and a half in a certain time. when I joined I wasn't physically fit so it was quite difficult for me in the beginning but it was something that I got used to. However, if this is something that you can work up to prior to joining you will be giving yourself a leg up. I would check the different services to determine where you want to join - I'm partial to the Air Force because a lot of the military jobs can be translated to civilian jobs when/if you decide to get out. Speak to the recruiters (you can do that prior to joining) and find out what the physical requirements are so that you can start to prepare.
On a side note. This was probably the best time of my life and I would do it over if I could. I wish you all the best! Bambi.