Boot Camp will I pass?

2019-06-22T14:26:21-04:00

So I currently leave July 15 for boot camp the job I picked was Cav Scout since I couldn’t pick MP, but I’m wondering currently I’m only entry level on the PT Scale a back story on this I use to player lacrosse but when my season ended I stopped working out as much as I did because it was putting strain on my neck back and legs now I don’t have that problem I work out every other day but I’m in fear of not passing basic because I’m on at entry level
Push ups: 37
Sit-ups: 50
2 mile run 16:56
So will I be able to pass as I know they train you up to pass it ??

Response by SFC Marc W. made Jun 22 at 2019 2:35 PM

2019-06-22T14:35:56-04:00

Don't worry about them push ups, they'll make you good at those. You'll be running thrice a week, so don't worry there. You're good to go mah man.

Response by Capt Daniel Goodman made Jun 22 at 2019 3:00 PM

2019-06-22T15:00:57-04:00

Well, look at the bright side, I finally managed to do 2 mi in under 18 mins in Army ROTC, though I had to them go USAF OTS, where I got under a mile and a half in 12 mins by literally 1 sec, so you're pretty well off by contrast from what I could do, I can't remember the other parts, honest...I rather think of it as "There, but for the grace of God, go I", you know?

Response by SFC Melvin Brandenburg made Jun 22 at 2019 3:22 PM

2019-06-22T15:22:46-04:00

Just remember to never allow yourself to complain. It will suck for everyone. Also remember many others have passed before you. Just do what they say and you will be glad you did when it is completed.

Response by SPC David Willis made Jun 22 at 2019 5:34 PM

2019-06-22T17:34:17-04:00

Ha I was so fat and out of shape when I enlisted in 07 that I did 10 pushups 15 situps and took 22 minutes on the run. My final PT test I did 80 pushups 70 something situps and my run was high 14s. You will for sue be ok.

Response by Jonathan Peralta made Jun 22 at 2019 7:57 PM

2019-06-22T19:57:08-04:00

Thanks guys really appreciate it I’ll continue working hard and not give up something I really want

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 22 at 2019 8:07 PM

2019-06-22T20:07:50-04:00

I ran a 8:37 mile in basic for the 1-1-1 (basically half the PT test) , by week 6 I topped out at 5:39 for the first mile and finished under 13 minutes.

Response by SFC Melvin Brandenburg made Jun 22 at 2019 9:36 PM

2019-06-22T21:36:40-04:00

To add to my previous comment, you have a good foundation. Don't worry you aren't quite there because they will PT the s*** out of you until you do pass. Just put commitment with intention and you will be fine.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 23 at 2019 12:13 AM

2019-06-23T00:13:24-04:00

Jonathan Peralta Listen closely and be observant in Basic Training. Put forth your best effort at every task, and never quit. Have a good attitude and enjoy new challenges and adventures. Good luck.

Response by SGT Dave Tracy made Jun 23 at 2019 1:43 PM

2019-06-23T13:43:59-04:00

They'll work you into shape regardless, but wise is the recruit who spends his weeks prior to basic preparing himself physically and mentally!

Response by CPL Gary Pifer made Jun 23 at 2019 2:04 PM

2019-06-23T14:04:56-04:00

I enlisted my last time at 46 for CAV Scout.. I did 65 push ups. 80 sit ups...and failed the run... One thing that you have to understand, that it's not a game... you better be as strong as possible because some 2 am night you may find yourself in Iran..calling in a Airstrike....or chucking out body parts from a burnt out Armor Vehicle...if you are so worried about boot camp....you had better reconsider 19D.. learn your weapons and machines.. no time for self doubts... failure is not an option...

Response by CPL Sheila Lewis made Jun 24 at 2019 12:30 PM

2019-06-24T12:30:52-04:00

You will pass Basic Training.

Response by Cpl Gerald Tucker made Jun 24 at 2019 10:38 PM

2019-06-24T22:38:59-04:00

It’s good to see a lot of my Army brethren on here supporting you! I did Army and Marine boot camp. My advise “Apply yourself!” Have fun with it be a leader!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 27 at 2019 5:54 PM

2019-06-27T17:54:34-04:00

Do CrossFit!

You’re not to far off from the minimum, drink water you’ll be alright. Until you leave work on running, just don’t do it everyday. Practice your 2 mile and also sprints. Jog for 60 secs and sprint for 30 secs, do this for 30-45 minutes. Or jog 120 secs and sprint 60 secs.

Those are just some tools!

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 30 at 2019 11:55 PM

2019-07-30T23:55:38-04:00