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...
Ruck march thursday 10/17

Ruck march thursday 10/17

Time to improve your ruck march time. For time: Complete a 2 mile ruck march 20lb pack Aim for under 30 minutes Post your time! What Is a Ruck March and Why Should You Care? A ruck march is more than just a walk—it’s a full-body workout. During a ruck march,...
Army PT Test 10/14

Army PT Test 10/14

Let’s go ahead and get a base-line PT score. This way, you can track your progress later on. Complete the Army Physical Fitness Test (in order) As many pushups as possible in 2 minutes As many sit ups as possible in 2 minutes A timed 2-mile run The standards for...
Ruckmarch thursday! 10/10

Ruckmarch thursday! 10/10

You’ll find this out in the real Army, nearly every thursday is ruck march thursday. So what is a “ruck march”? A “ruck” is the large backpack worn by soldiers, and is also known as a “molle pack”. You simple fill it with...
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,...