• How to prepare for the Army Physical Fitness Test?
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The Story so far... Far the sake of paying out the last remainders of my college tuition fees and for repaying student loans, I decided to enlist for the California National Guard. If I am lucky, my Uncle would fly in after my graduation and actually have me sworn into the military at the recruiting station. My physical feats so far... 43 push-ups in 1:35. That's without appropriate stretching for prep or whatever. A mile run at around 7:30. I live in a hilly area, doesn't really matter much but I sprint up hills Have yet to attempt sit-ups. In order to graduate Boot Camp my recruiter recommended me to reach the following before I ship out for it. 60 push-ups in 2 minutes 62 sit-ups in 2 minues 2 miles with in 14:00 minutes Right now...I am way behind. Anybody already a part of the military here??? I am also going to undertake RSP over the summer and get a gym membership at a place significantly closer to my place so when I get up, I can jog to the facility and exercise there as well, it's at least a mile and a half away.
the best i could say is to use some kind of scaling system ( like couch to 5k) for all the things the pt test goes over. also why nat guard instead of rotc?
[QUOTE=caaaasus;30001651]the best i could say is to use some kind of scaling system ( like couch to 5k) for all the things the pt test goes over. also why nat guard instead of rotc?[/QUOTE] I'm going in as enlisted first. As I enter college as a sophomore, I'll enlist for the NatGuard ROTC. That way, I will have the perspective of the 'grunt' whilst being trained as a commanding officer.
i dont really think that youll need that kind of training since youll be in charge of so many people but what ever works for you mate
[QUOTE=caaaasus;30001798]i dont really think that youll need that kind of training since youll be in charge of so many people but what ever works for you mate[/QUOTE] If you're taking charge of a squad, or a platoon or a company for that matter, you need to find out how the people below operate and see things from their view as well.
Exactly. Good way of thinking. Just keep at it, try to push over those times everywork while getting enough food and adequate sleep. Never stop. That's basically how the army works, at least here. Here you also get to those levels while at bootcamp, they kick your ass with pushups and sprints, run and fuck you over.
Focus on cardio and whatnot, try to keep the weight off. Cut back on lifting weights (not entirely but you don't want to bulk up). Most military guys are very lean, and there's a reason for that.
[QUOTE=MaverickIB;30021347]Focus on cardio and whatnot, try to keep the weight off. Cut back on lifting weights (not entirely but you don't want to bulk up). Most military guys are very lean, and there's a reason for that.[/QUOTE] That's a generalization. I know a lot of pretty big guys, who can run goddamn fast. I wouldn't recommend stopping weightlifting even slightly, especially because you think "bulking up" will reduce his performance on those simple bodyweight exercises. It won't affect his chances of success in that area, but rather add to it. One needs to learn how to combine both, while using progressive loading in accordance to certain bodyweight exercises one wants to also focus on. Also, he won't get big that fast.. and EVEN IF HE WERE TO, he could just use 5/3/1 type of routines. It's built for what he needs.
[QUOTE=CabooseRvB;30001425]The Story so far... Far the sake of paying out the last remainders of my college tuition fees and for repaying student loans, I decided to enlist for the California National Guard. If I am lucky, my Uncle would fly in after my graduation and actually have me sworn into the military at the recruiting station. My physical feats so far... 43 push-ups in 1:35. That's without appropriate stretching for prep or whatever. A mile run at around 7:30. I live in a hilly area, doesn't really matter much but I sprint up hills Have yet to attempt sit-ups. In order to graduate Boot Camp my recruiter recommended me to reach the following before I ship out for it. 60 push-ups in 2 minutes 62 sit-ups in 2 minues 2 miles with in 14:00 minutes Right now...I am way behind. Anybody already a part of the military here??? I am also going to undertake RSP over the summer and get a gym membership at a place significantly closer to my place so when I get up, I can jog to the facility and exercise there as well, it's at least a mile and a half away.[/QUOTE] Hey I'm enlisting as an 11bravo infantryman in the national guard next week and i too became worried about the APFT (Army Physical Fitness Test) Recently I have been jogging two miles in about 16 - 17 but thats with some walking and inclines Keep in mind to not over work yourself do what you can you do not want to risk injury. Also the real APFT isn't until the end of basic there will be about 3-4 diagnostic APFT's before then to see where your at. Not to mention you will be doing PT all day every day for 10-11 weeks. It's nothing to worry about but its good to be prepared. Your recruiter is kinda overdoing it as well, to pass the APFT at Basic you need at least 50 points in each area. Thats only at basic at AIT you need 60 in each. Look at this website [url]http://www.apft-standards.com/[/url] has the standards for everything. RSP is also great and helps to prepare you, during RSP you will have a ton of 1mile-1minSU-1minPU as diagnostics for BCT. keep in mind too the BCT failure rate is only about 8-10% and most of those are due to injury not to failing out. A great program is [url]http://www.twohundredsitups.com/week3.html[/url] this is what I use as well as a ton of national guardsman, I actually found it in the forums its amazing what you can find when you look. There is also a section for pushups as well. When do you ship out to basic? I ship out late June to fort benning GA and I'll be lucky if I get one RSP before I even ship so consider yourself lucky
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[QUOTE=Mandalore777;30108353]Hey I'm enlisting as an 11bravo infantryman in the national guard next week and i too became worried about the APFT (Army Physical Fitness Test) Recently I have been jogging two miles in about 16 - 17 but thats with some walking and inclines Keep in mind to not over work yourself do what you can you do not want to risk injury. Also the real APFT isn't until the end of basic there will be about 3-4 diagnostic APFT's before then to see where your at. Not to mention you will be doing PT all day every day for 10-11 weeks. It's nothing to worry about but its good to be prepared. Your recruiter is kinda overdoing it as well, to pass the APFT at Basic you need at least 50 points in each area. Thats only at basic at AIT you need 60 in each. Look at this website [url]http://www.apft-standards.com/[/url] has the standards for everything. RSP is also great and helps to prepare you, during RSP you will have a ton of 1mile-1minSU-1minPU as diagnostics for BCT. keep in mind too the BCT failure rate is only about 8-10% and most of those are due to injury not to failing out. A great program is [url]http://www.twohundredsitups.com/week3.html[/url] this is what I use as well as a ton of national guardsman, I actually found it in the forums its amazing what you can find when you look. There is also a section for pushups as well. When do you ship out to basic? I ship out late June to fort benning GA and I'll be lucky if I get one RSP before I even ship so consider yourself lucky[/QUOTE] I've been trying to get into 25bravo. Apparently with my ASVAB score of 77, I won't be getting into it. I don't think my ST would be high enough.
how the fuc you get a 77? you fuck up on the car stuff and shit?
[QUOTE=caaaasus;30111881]how the fuc you get a 77? you fuck up on the car stuff and shit?[/QUOTE] Yeah pretty much. I think I did a bit shoddy on the math knowledge also, but I really don't think I'll get far with that kind of ASVAB score.
Thats odd cause I got a 56 and I qualify for pretty much everything. A 77 is crazy good considering a passing grade for the military is a 31. And why would It suck that I'm 11b? I chose to be it's the best job in the military easily. You could always retake the asvab if you wanted, but I'm pretty sure you will qualify The score doesn't always make or break it the military has something called line scores which are your grades for every section so say if you obtained a high grade in electronics and math you will definitely qualify for 25b.
100 pushups and 100 situps a day. Do them in sets of 20/30 if you can, and bring it up from there. Give yourself a practice PT test every so often, but do NOT exercise the day before you do it. It helped me pass my Air Force PT tests and my Army JROTC PT tests tremendously.
[QUOTE=Mandalore777;30118274]Thats odd cause I got a 56 and I qualify for pretty much everything. A 77 is crazy good considering a passing grade for the military is a 31. And why would It suck that I'm 11b? I chose to be it's the best job in the military easily. You could always retake the asvab if you wanted, but I'm pretty sure you will qualify The score doesn't always make or break it the military has something called line scores which are your grades for every section so say if you obtained a high grade in electronics and math you will definitely qualify for 25b.[/QUOTE] All of my scores averaged around ~116. I'm pretty much qualified for anything and I got a spot reserved for 25b. [QUOTE=kman866;30262152]100 pushups and 100 situps a day. Do them in sets of 20/30 if you can, and bring it up from there. Give yourself a practice PT test every so often, but do NOT exercise the day before you do it. It helped me pass my Air Force PT tests and my Army JROTC PT tests tremendously.[/QUOTE] How many sets should I do for the push-ups?
I started out at 5 sets of 20 (two of the sets being 20 rear inclined pushups each, 3 sets of 20 standard.) Mix it up and do whatever you are comfortable with. Be sure to raise the bar though and don't slack off, Push to be the best.
Keep thinking like that and you're gonna go places. Also, your physical routine sounds good, but whatever you're prepared for, be aware that the test will push it.
Does Basic Training prep you for the APFT?
I'm fairly sure that Basic Training will prep you for whatever it is they want you to go into.
I need to start the long process of getting in shape for the Air Force Academy. No joke, you have to be pretty fit and have decent grades to get in. It's been called the "Harvard of Military Academies" if I'm not mistaken. To qualify for the elite group, it's 2 miles in around 11 minutes 30 seconds. Crazy stuff. Best of luck to you OP. I started out doing 7 (different) sets of 15 situps each, and made my way to 7 sets of 30 twice a day. It's possible if you set your mind to it. :h:
[QUOTE=Mr. Bleak;30274622]I need to start the long process of getting in shape for the Air Force Academy. No joke, you have to be pretty fit and have decent grades to get in. It's been called the "Harvard of Military Academies" if I'm not mistaken. To qualify for the elite group, it's 2 miles in around 11 minutes 30 seconds. Crazy stuff. Trust me, it's not. Best of luck to you OP. I started out doing 7 (different) sets of 15 situps each, and made my way to 7 sets of 30 twice a day. It's possible if you set your mind to it. :h:[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=CabooseRvB;30001835]If you're taking charge of a squad, or a platoon or a company for that matter, you need to find out how the people below operate and see things from their view as well.[/QUOTE] One of my friends went this route and came out as a 2lt, loves it. I was going to do that but AFROTC doesn't allow it...
I actually have a friend that has been training for the military. Here is his workout plan. It is pretty tough imo and I have actually done it a few times. 2 Miles a day with a 25 pound backpack. 300 pushups 300 situps assorted lifting, like switching off arms and legs and just the normal stuff about a mile in sprints Hope this helped.
[QUOTE=crackberry;30579137]I actually have a friend that has been training for the military. Here is his workout plan. It is pretty tough imo and I have actually done it a few times. 2 Miles a day with a 25 pound backpack. 300 pushups 300 situps assorted lifting, like switching off arms and legs and just the normal stuff about a mile in sprints Hope this helped.[/QUOTE] Useless.
I pass the push-up test. Barely. 50 down in less than two minutes. The 2-mile run I will definitely get better on, I run at least 15:50 and that's barely passing. Practicing my sit-ups, they pretty much just turn into crunches now.
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