What Happens To Your Phone/Stuff When You Get To Basic Training (2021)

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  • Today we talk about what happens to your phone/stuff when you get to Basic Training. It has to go somewhere since you can't have it while you are there, so where exactly do they put phone and civilian stuff while at Army Basic Training!
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  • @TheBenAllen.
    @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    How do you all feel about them locking up your phones? Do you think you should be able to have them the entire time? Also, Like & Subscribe!🔥

    • @gunnarcacchione6081
      @gunnarcacchione6081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am joining the army in a year or so I’m doing the future soldier program up here in Wisconsin and I was wondering what should we bring with us to basic and what is the best ways to mentally and physically prepare for basic and ait

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gunnarcacchione6081 i have some videos covering these topics 💯

    • @gunnarcacchione6081
      @gunnarcacchione6081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheBenAllen. thank you and your videos really help especially the ones about airborne because I’m wanting to go 82nd airborne

    • @rell1kbrell934
      @rell1kbrell934 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I feel like you should have them at the end of the day

  • @trinity27777
    @trinity27777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    I am on the bus right now to Fort Jackson, we should be there in about 3 hours. Wish me luck 🙏

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Best of luck!

    • @angelnarvaez4823
      @angelnarvaez4823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ayyyeeee I’m going there August 17th lmao

    • @nickkammer5863
      @nickkammer5863 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Good luck I’ll be there the 30th

    • @RILEE3
      @RILEE3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@angelnarvaez4823 im there on August 9th lol. Keep an eye out for me.

    • @perx1771
      @perx1771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sept 7th 🤙🏽

  • @chucksheppard5927
    @chucksheppard5927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    If you’re concerned about not having your phone, or anything else, you are going to struggle.

  • @TheRailroadDiplomat
    @TheRailroadDiplomat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I’m in high school but I’m considering enlisting in the army as a 68W and these videos help give me a better perspective on what the military will be like. Keep up the great work!

  • @MegaExo
    @MegaExo 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Shipping out tomorrow to Fort Jackson for basic training and the future soldier program. Nervous as hell, but I hope I'll come out not only nicely built, but with a successful future!

  • @cameronvaughn103
    @cameronvaughn103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Honestly man? 30min-1hr phone access time is more than enough. We were blessed with 10-15 minutes in my cycle in all honesty! The issue is, if trainee’s had constant access to their cellular devices throughout BCT, it allows outside drama and dirt from the civilian world cloud their minds and throw individuals off course. I think it causes more issues than anything you know? Leonard Wood wasn’t lenient by any means. But hey, that’s just me. Two months ain’t that big of a deal, everyone’s gonna struggle at some point regardless. I definitely did! Ain’t gonna lie.

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I feel ya bro!

    • @cameronvaughn103
      @cameronvaughn103 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheBenAllen. remember how weird it felt to even have it in your possession? Felt like a foreign device and all because it had been so long? Lol even once I got to Fort Sam, the first week or so it felt odd.

    • @spicyshiba508
      @spicyshiba508 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it depends. I’d imagine for many people having their phones (after mail call, not during the training day of course) would allow them to keep in touch with close family and prevent trainees from worrying about matters back home, especially if you’re in a long term relationship/married or have a sick family member. It made sense in the past where soldiers would have to get used to no contact for long periods of time while deployed, but nowadays phones and internet access are normal even on deployment. It’s unnecessary imo but it is good to learn to live without it to some degree.

    • @narcoticnonsense2418
      @narcoticnonsense2418 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I live in fort Leonard wood!! What you say is completely accurate in the family and friends stationed here.

    • @eduardoriverajr9358
      @eduardoriverajr9358 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@narcoticnonsense2418how’s it going! Im actually about to ship out for basic there at Leonard Wood! How’s it like for basic with phone acesss ??

  • @littogether700
    @littogether700 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Its been 40 years since I was in basic, so I figured things might have changed. Thanks for good info on what to expect for my son that just started bt

  • @codysmith66
    @codysmith66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I'll be headed to Fort Jackson next tuesday for my basic, and then on to Fort Gordon for AIT. 25B. IT specialist. I'm in for a long 32 weeks of training, but I'm mentally ready for it. Been busting my ass working out and running to the point it hurts. Got my mile to under 7 minutes, 2.5 miles if I pace myself. Doing 100 reps on everything I can at about 45 pounds of weight. I know they are going to break me, it's just a matter of when, not if. I'm trying to extend that when.

    • @LakeShowHighlights
      @LakeShowHighlights 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      after those 32 weeks of training, what happens next?

    • @codysmith66
      @codysmith66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LakeShowHighlights My contract is pretty much for 6 years, active duty, 2 years reserve. Dont know where I'm going of course yet, but the plan is to get married in christmas. My girl is also in basic right now, and there are programs that can really help to get you both deployed together to the same areas.

    • @caseygardner5476
      @caseygardner5476 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m going to fort Jackson too as a 25U. I’ve been trying to workout too, just suck at running.

  • @SmolAngryBean
    @SmolAngryBean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    These videos are really coming in clutch 🙏🏻 knowledge is power

  • @Blakebyrd003
    @Blakebyrd003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Can u please do more fitness videos? Specifically diet videos and what to eat. Tried your powdered peanut butter and yogurt mixture and it was bomb

    • @JustAnotherArmyVet
      @JustAnotherArmyVet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What video is that in? Do you have a recipe? Or is it just powder PB and any kind /flavor yogurt?

    • @Blakebyrd003
      @Blakebyrd003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JustAnotherArmyVet go to his fitness playlist and it's called like low carb snack. But it's not specific just mix your greek yogurt with powder peanut butter. That shit is bomb fam!

    • @Blakebyrd003
      @Blakebyrd003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JustAnotherArmyVet I've been using vanilla btw cuz its what I had but I feel like it'd taste better in plain Greek yogurt

    • @JustAnotherArmyVet
      @JustAnotherArmyVet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Blakebyrd003 perfect! I have both! Thanks!

  • @prod.gregupnext2958
    @prod.gregupnext2958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Let me be real i need time away from my phone like ill miss my family but i will like the time away from my phone

  • @andrewyangfishing8450
    @andrewyangfishing8450 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Leaving to fort sill on sept 6! Nervous but I’m excited at the same time

  • @MirandaRenee
    @MirandaRenee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OBSESSED W THE INTRO 💖

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Made it myself!

  • @deshuncarrington6514
    @deshuncarrington6514 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A year later you are at 490k subscribers my guy good job!

  • @troll2cay693
    @troll2cay693 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Ben. I leave to BT next week at 35M and I’m excited

  • @manondumouchel5298
    @manondumouchel5298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoy it.. Thank you Sir for the post

  • @Emb21
    @Emb21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Went to the marines in 96 had no cell phones, could only write snail mail letters and had only one pay phone

  • @chucksheppard5927
    @chucksheppard5927 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I suggest, before you leave your safe spaces, that you cut off your man-buns, cut the umbilical chord to your mamas, and try not to say like for at least a week.

  • @anthonyislas707
    @anthonyislas707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fort benning in a month let’s go 19D 💪🏼

    • @Yungdiya
      @Yungdiya 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same !

  • @xkingenglish2827
    @xkingenglish2827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to Know i leave for Ft. Leonardwood this month on the 31st for Baeic training. Enlisted 31B

  • @alegarcia454
    @alegarcia454 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you get your phones back at all in basic training even for a little bit every so often? Or is that only in AIT. And how often do you get them in AIT

  • @XINNOSINN
    @XINNOSINN ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you recommend us bringing in the original documents or do you recommend that we copy them and bring those copies with us to reception and basic?
    I really don’t want to bring the original documents as I fear they’re going to get damaged or lost.

  • @NewbornOnyx
    @NewbornOnyx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ship to FT sill June 14th next year ol, so I’m currently preparing 😂

  • @RS-nc5qx
    @RS-nc5qx 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Honestly, I would take a brand new phone with no Data whatsoever.

  • @phuongdiepnguyen6217
    @phuongdiepnguyen6217 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi, thanks for sharing your experience. My son is at basic training in Oklahoma. I would like to ask you a question, how long until i will know his graduation day, will he able to use his phone to call home ahead before his ceremony ?? Can you please let me know? Thank you very much!!

    • @MrThe1234guy
      @MrThe1234guy 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Now that you've lived through it, can you answer your own question? I have the same question.

  • @Islandboiizay
    @Islandboiizay ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do they go through your phone?

  • @Zlxdxzz
    @Zlxdxzz ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I leave in august I’m ready for the experience 👍

    • @Zlxdxzz
      @Zlxdxzz 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wym🤨

  • @avontayparker1624
    @avontayparker1624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Did you have to do any swimming related activities in basic, and do you think that they’ll do any swimming based activities/practice due to COVID? I leave for basic on the 9th.

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn’t swim in basic

  • @ShadowGaming-vi8sk
    @ShadowGaming-vi8sk 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you for your service. I am thinking of joining but am stuck on it any suggestions? ik this comment is way over the publish date of this video

  • @byrronmobley1602
    @byrronmobley1602 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a lot of questions? Do they still issue underwear or can I bring black boxers? I wear glasses and I'm bringing an extra pair. Would it be a good idea to have 2? Does it matter the color of towels and washrags? And finally do I need more than 1 pair of running shoes?

  • @Lillybeez555
    @Lillybeez555 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many phone calls are aloud in reception, my bf called me last Sunday and he said that he might be able to call me the upcoming Thursday, bc he starts basic training on Friday.

  • @jump674
    @jump674 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How many hours of basic training do you train a day

  • @m1a1abrams3
    @m1a1abrams3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    yo ben, what are some things to bring to a recruiters office so that the process can go by faster

    • @patricianoftheplebs6015
      @patricianoftheplebs6015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are an Abrahams tank! Just point the turret at them. Lol 😂

    • @metoo3342
      @metoo3342 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Social security card, Highschool diploma, Id or license, and selective service number

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bring a lot of questions so you can ask them everything to better prepare you

  • @benjamincoats9138
    @benjamincoats9138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Shipping to Fort Sill on the 24th any tips?

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Go in there with a positive mindset!

  • @harryatkinson6881
    @harryatkinson6881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What if I’m wearing my running shoes that I would like to keep? Do you suggest that I keep them on

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can, yes

    • @KainWT
      @KainWT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They will let you keep your running shoes for PT if they’re not any whacky colors

    • @harryatkinson6881
      @harryatkinson6881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks brother

  • @Suave_07
    @Suave_07 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you have tattoos going into basic training?

  • @Katt.June2365
    @Katt.June2365 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if you don't have any money whatsoever. And no running shoes or hygiene

  • @NewBout2014
    @NewBout2014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you get to drink a beer at any point during AIT lol

    • @keanu4489
      @keanu4489 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not anymore.

    • @TheBenAllen.
      @TheBenAllen.  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No

    • @NewBout2014
      @NewBout2014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheBenAllen. that sucks, I leave for Leonard Wood in November. I like my beer lol

    • @KainWT
      @KainWT 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope. I’m 6 months into AIT rn and we aren’t allowed to do much of anything at all

    • @NewBout2014
      @NewBout2014 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KainWT dang Bro that’s a long time, what’s your MOS? I leave for basic in November to Lwood my AIT is only 6 weeks. Mines OSUT tho both are at Lwood

  • @luis_mendoza4196
    @luis_mendoza4196 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do they check your phone to see if you hide any private messages ?

    • @62.81
      @62.81 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have you found an answer to this question?

  • @jamesgibson3557
    @jamesgibson3557 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What happens if I have a mobile hooked in my bag.

  • @RETRO57-c5n
    @RETRO57-c5n ปีที่แล้ว

    Should I bring a note book

  • @viridianadecena5795
    @viridianadecena5795 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m gonna head to fort Jackson tomorrow! Gotta take like 3 flights 😂😂

  • @jumpystar8091
    @jumpystar8091 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ll be shipping on 29th march… Can I bring my laptop with me to the basic training? I heard they will let us use our laptop in AIT. My family won’t be able to attend my BMT graduation ceremony. So I’m thinking to bring my laptop. Is it a bad idea? if they really allow us to use laptop in AIT?

    • @chicken5747
      @chicken5747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Terrible idea!

  • @isaiahborg9446
    @isaiahborg9446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I leave August 10th for basic at Fort Leonard Wood. Any advice?

    • @joellinares8810
      @joellinares8810 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Shipping there August 9th 🤙

    • @codysmith66
      @codysmith66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've had more time to prepare than you, I've been working out every other day. One on and one off. But with the short amount of time you have? Cardio. Run. Every single day if you can. You'll at least break yourself in to the adversity you will face when you get in fully as far as normal running goes. Push yourself as far as you can go, and practice good breathing patterns while you run. It can really extend the length you can run. Then it's just a matter of what gives out first, your legs, or your lungs.

    • @isaiahborg9446
      @isaiahborg9446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@joellinares8810 Where from?

    • @joellinares8810
      @joellinares8810 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@isaiahborg9446 im from Los Angeles California. how about you?

    • @isaiahborg9446
      @isaiahborg9446 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joellinares8810 Chicago, Illinois. Heading to hotel for MEPS the 9th, doing the ship process on the 10th

  • @musclemanmonty
    @musclemanmonty ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I bring my Nintendo switch? I’m going into the Air Force

  • @burnout4life129
    @burnout4life129 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can't believe that you people get to have phones and shit now. That's completely ridiculous. My boot camp was like prison

  • @andygamez-vk6zm
    @andygamez-vk6zm ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it the same for National Guard BT?