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Ranger School
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I am not a ranger nor would I ever pretend to be. I have the deepest respect for those that are. However, the advice I would give to anyone going to this or any other school of this magnitude, would be to look for the finish. What I mean is that it is going to suck sometimes and you are going to want to give up...DON'T...embrace the suck and concentrate on the end game and what you have to do to get there. Follow the guidance from those in this thread that have told you how to prepare but you have to be mentally ready as well...not just physically ready.
I cannot imagine the immense pride you will have when they hand you that coveted ranger tab and beret that you have earned...notice I say earned...not given to you. You will have to work for it but as a soldier, you will be in a minority fraternity that very few ever get to join.
I cannot imagine the immense pride you will have when they hand you that coveted ranger tab and beret that you have earned...notice I say earned...not given to you. You will have to work for it but as a soldier, you will be in a minority fraternity that very few ever get to join.
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Ruck, tuck, and more rucking. Get the latest ranger handbook and soak it up! Be able to exceed the standard, for running, pull ups, everything
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Run alot... Then run some more. Do some heavy lifting. In all seriousness. Most of all get your mind right.. Your mind tells your body what to do not the other way around. Mental toughness and maintaining it will be your biggest obstacle.
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Ruck: mountainous terrain. 60-80lb ruck. 5-10 miles 3-5 x week.
-Run: able to run 5 miles in less than 40 mins without any issues.
-Push/Sit ups: clean, perfect for both
-Know your squad level leadership roles, duties and responsibilities.
-Be able to task organize
-Know Platoon level roles, duties & responsibilities
-know the RANGER creed.
-know the 7-8
-be knowledge but not a nuisance. Be prepared to get little sleep, little food and little help from fellow rangers. Stay motivated, and be helpful
-when in charge, be in charge, and when you're not, do your job and know your role.
-be organized
-don't be last.
-swim in uniform and boots to get used to it
-NEVER QUIT!
-Always choose a recycle if offered, no matter what.
-Run: able to run 5 miles in less than 40 mins without any issues.
-Push/Sit ups: clean, perfect for both
-Know your squad level leadership roles, duties and responsibilities.
-Be able to task organize
-Know Platoon level roles, duties & responsibilities
-know the RANGER creed.
-know the 7-8
-be knowledge but not a nuisance. Be prepared to get little sleep, little food and little help from fellow rangers. Stay motivated, and be helpful
-when in charge, be in charge, and when you're not, do your job and know your role.
-be organized
-don't be last.
-swim in uniform and boots to get used to it
-NEVER QUIT!
-Always choose a recycle if offered, no matter what.
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We need an Ask Your NCOs button. You ought to worry about basic and if you are ever considered for Ranger school there will be a passel of NCOs making sure you are ready.
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It has changed since I went through. But it has become more like SFAS now. So ruck, run, ruck, run, and get into shape.
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Are you in the 75th? Why aren't you asking your squad or platoon for advice? Have you been to airborne yet?
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PFC Jim Wheeler
SSG(P) (Join to see) - I'd focus more on what you need to do to succeed at OSUT first.
If you have airborne (or even RASP) in your contract, it would be something worth keeping in the back of your mind. Even then, keep your eye on the 50M target. Which, in this case, is doing as well as you can through Infantry School.
If you don't do that, nothing else matters because you will never have the chance to do anything else.
If you have airborne (or even RASP) in your contract, it would be something worth keeping in the back of your mind. Even then, keep your eye on the 50M target. Which, in this case, is doing as well as you can through Infantry School.
If you don't do that, nothing else matters because you will never have the chance to do anything else.
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SGT (Join to see)
If your not at your unit and just want advice focus on land nav skillls. Ie: if your point is just the other side of a pond. Don't cross the pond! Plot around vvi the nearest crossing.. keeping your pace count the entire time
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SGT (Join to see)
SSG(P) (Join to see) - be headstrong. Don't feel or show fear. Think that others.. ie: us old guys had it worse. You can do it. Think first. Act or speak after if it's allowed. Always be fit, ready to be smoked. It just makes you stronger. You can do more then you think. Google is your friend. When you have access to the internet. Do research. The worst thing that happened to me in airborne was twisted risers. The worst thing in rangers would be mental and physical exhaution with a side of dehydration. For what it's worth... I was offered ranger school after airborne. I was tired of schools and wanted to go to my unit. Worst decision I ever made. Take everything given. Make the most of your career. Don't nd up in a crappy unit and just ETS.
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Just get ready to embrace the suck...you can prepare all you want but until your there you have no idea. Never quit, finish everything and Man Up.
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Although this thread is rather dated, it is important to note that RTTs are now a droppable event. Mastering your basic soldier tasks will prove crucial towards your success in Ranger school.
Additionally, understand the structure of the RAP week and the rest of the course in general. There is currently an app available to download on the Apple App Store, Ranger Pro, that provides a wealth of information and tips for your preparation.
Additionally, understand the structure of the RAP week and the rest of the course in general. There is currently an app available to download on the Apple App Store, Ranger Pro, that provides a wealth of information and tips for your preparation.
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