Guide For Families: Basic Training Graduation Day

Nov 5, 2015

Basic Training Graduation is a very important day. Not only for the soldier, but also for the family that made just as much sacrifice in seeing the solder leave. Being able to attend this once-in-a-lifetime event should be on every family member’s bucket list....
Ruck march thursday 10/17

Ruck march thursday 10/17

Oct 17, 2013 | Army Workout of the Day

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,...
Soldier Handbook

Soldier Handbook

Sep 27, 2013

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,...
Army Height and Weight Standards

Army Height and Weight Standards

Sep 30, 2012

The US Army has two forms of measure in which they get a general idea of a soldier’s fitness level during recruitment. The first and most well-known method of assessing a soldier’s physical fitness level is the Army Physical Fitness Test. The second method is the Army...

Army General Orders

Jun 22, 2012

The Army General Orders are the basic outline of orders to be followed in the absence of more specific instructions. The three Army general orders cover your daily duties, emphasizing that you must maintain your assigned responsibilities and post only when properly...