I am currently less than 3 weeks out from infantry OSUT. Any advice from any infantrymen who have recently gone through (or infantry DS)?

PV2 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 08 May 2019 08:44:26 -0400

Thank you all in advance!

Response by MAJ Bryan Zeski made May 8 at 2019 8:48 AM

MAJ Bryan Zeski — Wed, 08 May 2019 08:48:44 -0400

Can you run a 12 min, 2 mile? If not, aim for that. Can you ruck 10 miles with 50 lbs? Aim for that. If you can do those two things, you'll be golden.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 8 at 2019 8:54 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 08 May 2019 08:54:56 -0400

Bring stamps, paper and envelopes. You’ll be able to go to the PX from time to time to get those things but it’s always good to have extra. Also bring some photos of any family members or loved ones you may want.

Response by SGT Dave Tracy made May 8 at 2019 9:16 AM

SGT Dave Tracy — Wed, 08 May 2019 09:16:12 -0400

You may want to search RP, as this question actually gets asked a lot, but before you go and do that, I'd just sum up 3 points:
1 Get right with your running. You'll be no stranger to this at the Sand Hill School For Wayward Boys.
2 If you have an ego, send it on an all expense paid vacation for the next few months, because otherwise everything you'll experience will upset a big ego.
3 Be a sponge and absorb all you can; and don't worry, the suck won't last forever (it'll just feel like it if your drill sergeants are doing it right).

Response by CPT Lawrence Cable made May 8 at 2019 10:01 AM

CPT Lawrence Cable — Wed, 08 May 2019 10:01:27 -0400

Get in shape, especially running and pushups. 7 minute miles, 60 pushups and 70 situps will put you above 80 percent on all events and make your life a lot easier.
Keep the mouth shut and the ears open. The Drills will be very directive at first, basically because about half of your company will barely be able to find their ass with both hands. As you progress, you will hopefully realize that they are there to get you through this mess and will generally be some of the most memorable people you will ever meet. I went through in 1982/1983 and I can still tell you the rank, first and last name of my Drill Sergeants.
Get your affairs in order. You do not need to be worrying about that car payment or ex girl friend for the next 21+ weeks. Focus on what you need to do to accomplish the mission, graduate from OSUT.
Good luck, you didn't pick an easy MOS.

Response by SSG George Holtje made May 8 at 2019 10:50 PM

SSG George Holtje — Wed, 08 May 2019 22:50:19 -0400

Thick skin. Attention to detail and impress the hell out of everybody by doing what you’re supposed to. Nobody likes a loudmouth know it all.

Bring that extra couple toothbrushes, one for teeth, others for cleaning gear.
You don’t need that tobacco, candy or whatever that bad.