| Training for the Marines is definitely no joke. A lot of | | | | to complete the periodic trial runs of the IST (Initial |
| recruits fail because of their lack of physical | | | | Strength Test) and PFT (Physical Fitness Test). The |
| preparation. You might be physically fit but being fit | | | | 2 tests are crucial to begin Recruit Training. |
| to join the Marines is a whole different story because | | | | What exercises you have to do when preparing for |
| it has much higher standards. Others spend months in | | | | Marine boot camp? You need aerobic training like |
| the gym before entering the boot camp and they | | | | walking while adding jogging intervals over time and |
| think this is enough. You'll be surprised to hear that | | | | then advance to running. Start slowly and don't force |
| you're not going to the gym for your basic training, | | | | yourself too much or else your body will breakdown. |
| not at all. The program you will undergo at the boot | | | | Swimming is also another part of the training so if |
| camp is designed to strengthen your core muscle | | | | you don't know how to swim, start learning and be |
| groups which will allow you to fight in combat | | | | good at it. You should at least be comfortable in the |
| situations. | | | | water. There's tons of information online that will |
| Your recruiter will provide you with a training guide | | | | teach you about the different Marine workout plans. |
| that contains exercise routines, instructions and tips. | | | | Your training clothes should be comfortable and loose. |
| This is usually what most aspiring recruits do when | | | | You also need a good pair of quality running and |
| preparing for Marine boot camp. What's great about | | | | cross-training shoes. Make sure you drink plenty of |
| the guide provided by the recruiter is that it keeps | | | | water before and after you workout. |
| track of your progress and it will recommend for you | | | | |