Payment and Allowances During US Army Basic Training

How does getting paid in basic training work? If you just joined the US Army, you probably have a big question: how do I get paid during US Army basic training? It’s a pretty simple process, but there are some important things you need to know. Military members...

Tips to Make it Through Basic Training

Joining the US Army is a very important and admirable decision. US Army Basic training will likely be the hardest ten weeks of your life, but you will be incredibly proud of what you have accomplished when you graduate. Here are five tips for basic training that are...
Run run run!

Run run run!

To start off this week strong, we need to run. Our first exercise will be simple, and the difficulty will vary per each person. For time: Run 1 Mile If you have to stop running for any reason, do not stop moving! Keep walking until you complete a single mile. Record...
Soldier Handbook

Soldier Handbook

Introducing the Soldier Handbook When it comes to preparing for a career in the Army, knowledge is power. The Soldier Handbook is your ultimate guide to everything Army-related. This comprehensive guide covers all the essentials you need to know about Basic Training,...
How to Write Letters to Someone in Basic Training

How to Write Letters to Someone in Basic Training

One of the most frequently asked questions by our readers on our facebook and twitter pages, is how to write letters to soldiers in basic training. This is a very good question, and an important one to ask. So let’s being: Soldiers in Basic Combat Training will...