Best advice for basic training?

Major piece of advice: No matter how tough it gets, how many times you fail at something, how many times you fall, let others down, let your DS down, yourself down, etc. DO NOT QUIT! If it seems like it is hopeless, KEEP PUSHING FORWARD! Trust me! Even if you struggle in boot camp, this will set you apart and the DS will work with you to make sure you reach your goals! And in the end, you'll earn so much respect from your peers and youself!

Yes, in all things in training, never try to apply your own logic. Everything they tell you to do has a reason and a purpose. Dont ask, just do.

Trust your DIs they'll make a good soldier out of you but you have to let them. Be proud of yourself and honor the uniform you wear. You're not lowly; you're Army.

Like many others have said, you are not just a lowly soldier. You are joining the kings of battle, the front line landlords (because we own that beotch). As far as basic goes, just know this, there is no staying under the radar, drills do have eyes and ears everywhere, basic is 70% physical and 30% mental. I looked at basic as one big camping trip with better toys. Just keep an open mind and a clear head and the experience can be worth it. It is what you make of it.

Keep your mouth shut, don't volunteer for anything, and do what is asked/told of you without question.

There are times and places for volunteering (such as you volunteering to join the Army) but Basic is NOT one of them.

With that said, good luck and let us know how Basic Training was once you complete it!

I would say basic training is your indoctrination to the Army. It's alot different from my BCT of 22yrs ago....the whole object of boot camp is to get the couch potato lifestyle out of you! I had a great Army career, it will be what you make of it! EMBRACE THE SUCK, take leadership positions such as squad leader and PG and DRINK WATER. Don't be around troublemakers and those who circumvent rules.

Best advice, when you get to your first duty station after BCT and AIT, don't let that unit be your outlook of the Army if the unit "seems bad" to you! Take re-enlistments a few years at a time and you'll be at 20years real quick! My whole career was a blur...and I'll be retiring next summer! Try to get overseas assignments so you can see the world in your spare time!

Honor the uniform, keep your mouth shut, do as you're told, pay attention to orders, details, be respectful, and above all, remember what your purpose is. You are gong to become a soldier. Aspire to be the very best. On a lighter note, be prepare for what awaits you. Ouch! But in the long wrong, it will be worth it. I salute you.

Just realize you signed a contract and commit to fulfilling said contract. Just be - listen, act, react, and absorb everything. Do not presume to already know - because you don't know, yet. Give your best effort and take pride in every little accomplishment. If you don't know, ask your squad leader first. Always follow chain of command. Your time will pass quickly and you'll be amazed at how much you've learned in such a short time. Be humble, be honest, and enjoy.

Start doing physical training now(your recruiter can get you started), start studying whatever the current basic training book is, especially the medical stuff(lots to memorize, again see your recruiter) and eat everything they put in front of you, even if you hate it(like spam, i hate spam but i ate it). It wont be easy. They want strong, motivated people. Believe in yourself. Thanks for your service.

Be humble work hard, Face your Fears, Live Your Dreams! If you run into leaders that are losers and less then what you deserve you work that much harder too,be the leader, that the soldiers deserve behind you!