I am 35 and just enlisted. What can I expect?

I was 28 when I went through OSUT, more power to you for doing it at 35. I found that psychologically it was much less burdensome than most of the guys who were 18-19, I had a solid ten years of experience being away from home and it really took significantly less toll on me, I also grew up without a cell phone, being separated from that wasn't an issue for me, it was for the young guys. Physically, I found that losing control of my diet caused significant weight (not the good kind), my theory is that the DFAC is geared towards the metabolism of an 18 year old that needs to put on weight. While you're there just try to maintain some perspective, BCT is the easiest school you will ever do in the Army, even the worst Soldier in the Army has passed one way or another.

SGT (Join to see) As others have mentioned, you have two months to work on getting in shape and working on your endurance. Do what you are told and do not quit. Be prepared mentally for new challenges and adventures. Good luck.

Run Forest Run. Then run a little, run a little run a little more.... up the hill, down the hill, through the hill. Honestly its a short time, hang in, find a ranger buddy, and hey, the new army does it all in shorts and sneakers now anyway. Oh, pull ups friend the hardest things for us 'dads'.

Body aches in places you never had them before.

#1 advice: Keep a positive attitude. You'll hate it if you have a negative attitude, you'll enjoy it if you have a positive attitude.
Basically exercise. A Lot. Start running now and don't stop. Run 5 miles and you'll get used to running 5 miles.
You're going to get screamed at all day every day for no reason at all in basic. This is part of the process to break you down mentally. It's ok. It ends. Keep a positive outlook. Understand you're going to be better for it. Look forward to the day that nothing hurts your feelings anymore.
Again, remain positive. Everything is for the better. No one is out to get you. The only person that may be out to get you is yourself. Stay positive. Be happy. Work out a lot.

Alot of immature young people who will be the cause of your frustration, pain, and possibly suffering. You will get better at PT by eating and resting properly. You body is a machine that needs to be cared for. The one trait that will help make your life easier is learning some type of tact to lead the young people. Whether they like it or not, an older person has naturally gained experience that has not dawned on the late-borns. Do as much as you can to appeal and influence them. You might get appointed platoon leader, or a bay boss, etc which will make your life alot easier. The overall process was designed to be challenging, and weed out those who refuse to conform to military standards. Individualism gets you killed downrange, and your drill sergeant will say it over, and over. Buy a durable wrist watch. Nothing flashy, and mute it, only allowing for wake up alarms. Set it 2-4 mins fast. We call it "army time" and it will repay you your entire career, maybe even your daily life.

AIT is literally military college for less fortunate inner city kids. I'm not joking. You will be challenged academically against the army standards for your job, on top of your basic standards of "soldiering." But this will be many of your peer's first taste of freedom, and while it's old to you, they will get kicked out, arrested, or blue falcon your platoon the whole time. You will likely fly under the radar, as you are already a independent, functioning adult. We're concerned with the young folks that still depend on adult judgement. Sorry, but society don't make 'em like they used to. If all this sounds terrible, and negative, good. Reverse engineer your strategy to overcome it all. If it sounds great, and you see it as a challenge, then you've had the resilience required to achieve this the whole time. We prepare for everything early. Hope is not a good plan. As a Tango, you will most likely be at Ft. Eustis, and I'm sure others have stated that already.

Above the Best!

Well I completed training graduated October 2nd. I was gonna Ben soldier leader of the cycle at basic and distinguished honor graduate at AIT. I appreciate all the info and tips I was provided. Thank you everyone.

Nothing but hard times. The spirit of the service will be great!

Get ready by seeing a chiropractor, a physical therapist, a massage therapist while you gradually build up strength and endurance in your body to sustain mental and physical punishment. Learn the finer points of CrossFit mobility exercises. Balance your mind and body, so that they won’t break under pressure. Build it up, so it doesn’t crash down at any one point.

I was wondering why you had a photo in your uniform and the rank of PFC? So you do have Boot Camp completed. Then you are on your way young Soldier (or older Soldier) Age makes no difference...good luck!
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