About the US Army

The US Army is more than just what it’s known for in Basic Training: a “suck fest.” It’s not all about doing pushups, running, and sweating. Think of it as a career field. You will choose your job (MOS), you will be trained and proficient in...

[LP] Army Basic Training Checklist

Basic Training Checklist Know what to study. Arrive to basic training prepared. Basic Training Checklist Preparing for Army Basic Training is very important. You do not want to catch the bad eye of a Drill Sergeant on your first day because you arrived unprepared!...

Five ways to improve your APFT run time

Worried about how you can improve your APFT run time? As you pack your bags and prepare to embark on the exciting adventure of basic training, you are probably wondering about the basic training Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT), which you will be required to pass...
Things you should know when joining the Army

Things you should know when joining the Army

Are you preparing to head off to Basic Training? If so, you are probably wondering what to expect, and how to put your best foot forward during this new and exciting phase of your adult life! Having some background knowledge of Army practices and traditions is a great...