I wasn’t special forces, but I was in the 101st airborne division in Vietnam. My lieutenant platoon leader was special forces. He taught us a lot now that I understand i’m pretty sure that’s why I’m alive today
I was a young Ranger qualified SSG in a recon platoon in the 82 ABN when I went to selection in December of 1989. Our day-to-day training and deployments set me up for success at SFAS. We already carried heavy rucks everywhere we went and our running program was bordering on insane. 5:30-5:45 miles on short runs then over distance slower runs up to about 8 miles twice a week. My land nav was spot-on as we patrolled long distances at night with full kit on a routine basis. I did add tons of rope climbing and free weights twice a week in prep for selection. When I was about 60 days out I would ruck home from the division area at least twice a week after an already long training day (about 18 miles). I felt pretty good heading into the assessment. My class froze our ass off as it was winter in North Carolina. Guys were breaking their legs on ice covered blacktop during speed marches. Just gotta embrace the suck guys. Many guys just plain quit because of their mindset. I finished the course and was selected. I met some of the best dudes I’ve ever met at SFAS. Side note- all the Ranger Batt guys who were selected with me had to leave early before the rest of us. Why is that? Those studs, a few days later, would be jumping into Panama for the invasion. We all reconnected as we were in the same Q-Course- great stories were told! I spent the rest of my career in SF out in the Pacific NW as an 18B/F/Z. It was the best decision I ever made. The best friends and hardest times. I can’t count the number of countries I’ve been to and I was honored to serve in combat with an SF “A” Team. Never ever quit. You will regret it for the rest of your life.
*Throws out an incredible number for push ups, sit ups, and pull ups most people dream of* "Wow thats really go-" "This was below average" "Damn nevermind..."
I used to be super good at pullups, I think my peak was 24 but that was when I weighed like 150-160 now im at 190 but pullups are still a staple, I try to do some even if I cant get to 12 consistently now key to increasing your situps and pushups indirectly is to spam pullups as well
Perfect timing. Ship off on Feb 25th as an 18x. All in from the moment I walked into the recruiting office and need every bit info and advice I can take in!
@@notlance7360 I’ll be in Ft. Moore first for basic and airborne then OSUT in Ft. Liberty I believe so if you’re in either of those places I’ll definitely see you there brother 🫡
@@ExoErgoyou’ll be at benning until you complete OSUT and airborne school then in process into student co at Bragg until you class up for the prep course then SFAS… the pipeline can be super gay (at least it was when I was there) so have fun haha you better be fast strong and intelligent
I train now in a week, 1 session boxing 🥊, 1 session karate 🥋, other days I lift weights but not that much strong, but I train most my physical can train possible not getting ill 🤧 or sick 🤢 or bad injury 🤕.
Back in High School, I was 125 pounds soaking wet and was doing 23 pullups, 98 pushups, could max bench 295 could do 32-1 hand pushups. I also used to be on a swim team, ran all the time, 6 and 10 k runs with my dad.
And for those who aren't door kickers.... Don't forget that SOF has sypport elements as well. Admin, Intel, Logistics, IT, and so on. For some of the more selective SOF units, even their support is selectively manned and will do an A&S course of some kind. This doesn't mean you'll be asked to do the same things as a Delta/Beret guy.... But you will be exhausted mentally and physically and then graded on your ability to perform in your intellect, fitness, technical skills, creative thinking, teamwork, and character through that fatigue.
I plan in total 💯 percent, all together plan, I do what my physical can train. In my country, it's illegal to own and train gun, but if was legal, I would add boxing 🥊+karate+lifting Weights+gun walk and position+rucking with weights.
I made so many mistakes in my life and on of the things I really regret is not going to the military; I could’ve learn how to be a real man, serve this wonderful country, and get so many benefits, I could’ve bent set for life, now I’m 38 years old and it is too late
Brother 6:45/mile per 2 miles is not below average. 8:00/mile pace is awesome, you seem to not give enough credit for yourself. I aspire for that time, getting pretty good progress too. In 1-2 months I went from a 21:00/mile pace to a 14:00/mile pace. You're a damn beast. Even though I am not SOF I really RECOMMEND people *don't train* for more than 45lbs on their ruck. Anything over 45lbs is just unnecessary stress on your body and you'll need more recovery.
I made an account to tell you how incredibly wrong you are. An 8 min mile is an all day pace (meaning if you had to run at a comfortable and sustainable pace literally all day) in the special operations community and a 6:45 is indeed below average. Also after you are in shape and are capable the lightest your ruck should be is 45lbs because the only time it will be that light is for a timed ruck.
@@Dennis-h3k 6:45 is super fast, that's a 32 minute 5 mile. Look up on the internet "should I train rucking over 45lbs?" and you'll see you're wrong. It puts unnecessary stress on your body, there is a high injury risk past that and people who have trained with 45lbs have done well for ruck times. I'm not too much of an expert about rucking, but benchmarks are a good way to see if you're capable. For example doing a 12 mile in 3 hours which is a requirement of I think the 75th RR and maybe other SOF units? I have heard from SEVERAL Green Berets that over 45lbs is a no go. Also why'd you make a new account? Please do a google search and you'll see multiple sources saying do %30 your BW or nothing over 45lbs. People have trained with 45 or less and have done well.
@@Dennis-h3k If you look up online "should I train rucking over 45lbs?" you'll see that you are wrong. Rucking with over 45lbs guarantees higher risk of injury, un-needed stress, and is not needed. If 6:45 is below average, 4:00-5:00 is average and you're supposed to be above average. As long as you hit all the PT requirements and exceed those reasonably, as well as being a good dude you'll be alright. Benchmarks are important too, I don't know a lot about ruck training schedules but a benchmark is a good way to see how you're doing like the 3 hour 12 mile ruck in the 75th RR and I think a couple other SOF units. I've heard from several Green Berets that it is a no go for over 45lbs. Work smarter not harder. (Don't know if my first reply got deleted or something, it's not showing so sorry if this is a repeat)
That really sucks being wet and cold. Usually I would try to keep my feet from getting wet during hikes to avoid blisters. Trenchfoot is even worse. That's like a blister on your whole foot! Can you do a video on knots? I know you already did one on how to make a Swiss Seat, but one on important knots would be helpful.
WORK ON YOUR RUNNING FORM....the pose method....learn what it is and do it. It will save you! If you're looking to train up for SFAS, I'd recommend the FNG Academy ruck trainer as well as pay the $5 for a month of their Patreon and suck up all their training advice vids.
I am currently in the 101st Airborne Division and I bought your twelve-week fitness booklet over a year ago when I was in college. I plan on doing the workouts after I do body composition at the Army Wellness Center (earliest appointment I could get was first week of February). Can I speak to you about your twelve-week workout?
bro is saying do 82 clean pushups like its nothing 💀 I can do 15 pullups clean, squat 120 kg, run luc leger palier 9 but can only do 45 pushups in a row, how is 82 POSSIBLE!?
If you can only do 45, do alternate days, where one day is 40 pushups spread out through the day total over 300(minimum) Then the next day do 300 in a session.
@@Bdon8 I am currently doing push 2 to 3 times a week, it consists of 4 sets of weighted pushups, plyometric pushups, and every week i test my bodyweight pushups till failure so i would be doing around 300 pushups (not standard pushups but harder variations) per workout but not everyday, also i am using strict form elbows lock and chest just above the floor, do you think this is better than what you recommended ??
@@sethmiller9881 Yes. 5 pushups max because of prior shoulder injury in rotator cuff so I went on rest and couldn't rehab that much because of family stuff
Greatest love for United States of American and respect for flag 🇺🇸🏈♠️⚡ Just definitely i need more deep into ❤ delta force and ranger 75th 🗡 ❤ platoon ❤ Navy seal team 6❤ sas ❤ Stephen steelo your friend and God bless U.S.A. and thankfully ❤
It more beneficial staying in Professional Expert Regular Infantry Platoon than be Ranger or Special Forces without a Security Clearance plus get to stay stacked on the wall as E-4 Mafia.
I think 💬 similar, I always after I finish my combat or kickboxing session, I train barefoot, so I have same issue, I put vaseline gel on my foot 👣 🦶, and because I train whole year without holidays, I have injuries broken skin nails build up tissues on my foot.
This is all terrible information you’re putting out there to future candidates. Before your followers come for me…. Yes, I have been to selection. I did graduate the Q course and i did serve in Grp. Tired of seeing these videos. Look at regular army PT standards. Work at doing your very best. You suck at land nav? Work on that. Selection is hard. Just do your best and let the cadre assess you. Never quit. DOL
"Average" sure buddy. Everythings average. Elite standard...average. Its not about having everything perfect before you go. They want to see how you adapt and overcome. Just train to the standards they give you and just go fucking do it. This guy wants you to be an operator before you even go🤡
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I wasn’t special forces, but I was in the 101st airborne division in Vietnam. My lieutenant platoon leader was special forces. He taught us a lot now that I understand i’m pretty sure that’s why I’m alive today
Glad to hear your SF Platoon Leader was a good one. I was in the 2/502 in the 101st. Respect. Thank you for your service.
I was a young Ranger qualified SSG in a recon platoon in the 82 ABN when I went to selection in December of 1989. Our day-to-day training and deployments set me up for success at SFAS. We already carried heavy rucks everywhere we went and our running program was bordering on insane. 5:30-5:45 miles on short runs then over distance slower runs up to about 8 miles twice a week. My land nav was spot-on as we patrolled long distances at night with full kit on a routine basis. I did add tons of rope climbing and free weights twice a week in prep for selection. When I was about 60 days out I would ruck home from the division area at least twice a week after an already long training day (about 18 miles). I felt pretty good heading into the assessment. My class froze our ass off as it was winter in North Carolina. Guys were breaking their legs on ice covered blacktop during speed marches. Just gotta embrace the suck guys. Many guys just plain quit because of their mindset.
I finished the course and was selected. I met some of the best dudes I’ve ever met at SFAS.
Side note- all the Ranger Batt guys who were selected with me had to leave early before the rest of us. Why is that? Those studs, a few days later, would be jumping into Panama for the invasion. We all reconnected as we were in the same Q-Course- great stories were told!
I spent the rest of my career in SF out in the Pacific NW as an 18B/F/Z.
It was the best decision I ever made. The best friends and hardest times. I can’t count the number of countries I’ve been to and I was honored to serve in combat with an SF “A” Team.
Never ever quit. You will regret it for the rest of your life.
💯
*Throws out an incredible number for push ups, sit ups, and pull ups most people dream of*
"Wow thats really go-"
"This was below average"
"Damn nevermind..."
I used to be super good at pullups, I think my peak was 24 but that was when I weighed like 150-160
now im at 190 but pullups are still a staple, I try to do some even if I cant get to 12 consistently now
key to increasing your situps and pushups indirectly is to spam pullups as well
Track work is SO good for SO many things. Blasting through 200s 400s and 800s, you WILL get in good shape
30 60’s and 60 120’s as well
Great content really helps a lot for us 18 series candidates
Been a long time viewer of the channel and I was legit just trying to find a video exactly like this. Thanks for all the hard work
My Pleasure.
Perfect timing. Ship off on Feb 25th as an 18x. All in from the moment I walked into the recruiting office and need every bit info and advice I can take in!
I ship out the same day! I'm 35p though, where are you shipping we may see each other?
Do your time 15 minutes at a time. Every 15 minutes of progress is your goal. Good luck.
@@notlance7360 I’ll be in Ft. Moore first for basic and airborne then OSUT in Ft. Liberty I believe so if you’re in either of those places I’ll definitely see you there brother 🫡
@@marshalltille7770 Much appreciated, will take that in. Just trying to train now without burning out, it’s a long road ahead
@@ExoErgoyou’ll be at benning until you complete OSUT and airborne school then in process into student co at Bragg until you class up for the prep course then SFAS… the pipeline can be super gay (at least it was when I was there) so have fun haha you better be fast strong and intelligent
I went to the SF officer course in the 70’s(7th SFGA). I still am able to visualize flat topo maps in 3D
Keep going brother💪💪
Thank you for the video! I appreciate how step-by-step it was.
So, it's boxing+karate+lifting Weights, and I will add walking and running with weight rucking instead of running.
I’m actually training right now for sfas. This is perfect for me!
You bring out the reality check
I shed a tear when you said those running times were below average 😂
I train now in a week, 1 session boxing 🥊, 1 session karate 🥋, other days I lift weights but not that much strong, but I train most my physical can train possible not getting ill 🤧 or sick 🤢 or bad injury 🤕.
Back in High School, I was 125 pounds soaking wet and was doing 23 pullups, 98 pushups, could max bench 295 could do 32-1 hand pushups. I also used to be on a swim team, ran all the time, 6 and 10 k runs with my dad.
Roanoke! My home town. Beautiful part of the Appalachians.
And for those who aren't door kickers.... Don't forget that SOF has sypport elements as well. Admin, Intel, Logistics, IT, and so on.
For some of the more selective SOF units, even their support is selectively manned and will do an A&S course of some kind. This doesn't mean you'll be asked to do the same things as a Delta/Beret guy.... But you will be exhausted mentally and physically and then graded on your ability to perform in your intellect, fitness, technical skills, creative thinking, teamwork, and character through that fatigue.
I plan in total 💯 percent, all together plan, I do what my physical can train. In my country, it's illegal to own and train gun, but if was legal, I would add boxing 🥊+karate+lifting Weights+gun walk and position+rucking with weights.
Clear minded food for the beast. Thanks.
Would love to learn what kind of footwear best puts up with the through hiking you did. I can't get over the miles you put in.
Thank you sir
Yeah, Shawn same on you (Tim Kennedy too) !
I made so many mistakes in my life and on of the things I really regret is not going to the military; I could’ve learn how to be a real man, serve this wonderful country, and get so many benefits, I could’ve bent set for life, now I’m 38 years old and it is too late
Great stuff!
Getting prepared for “selection “ is a life long commitment regardless of how far you made the journey occupationally.
What I want to know is, how do you keep track of pace count while trying to avoid mines and ambushes at the same time??
Route planning. Land nav. isnt everything, but it's alot.
Brother 6:45/mile per 2 miles is not below average. 8:00/mile pace is awesome, you seem to not give enough credit for yourself. I aspire for that time, getting pretty good progress too. In 1-2 months I went from a 21:00/mile pace to a 14:00/mile pace. You're a damn beast. Even though I am not SOF I really RECOMMEND people *don't train* for more than 45lbs on their ruck. Anything over 45lbs is just unnecessary stress on your body and you'll need more recovery.
I made an account to tell you how incredibly wrong you are. An 8 min mile is an all day pace (meaning if you had to run at a comfortable and sustainable pace literally all day) in the special operations community and a 6:45 is indeed below average. Also after you are in shape and are capable the lightest your ruck should be is 45lbs because the only time it will be that light is for a timed ruck.
@@Dennis-h3k 6:45 is super fast, that's a 32 minute 5 mile. Look up on the internet "should I train rucking over 45lbs?" and you'll see you're wrong. It puts unnecessary stress on your body, there is a high injury risk past that and people who have trained with 45lbs have done well for ruck times. I'm not too much of an expert about rucking, but benchmarks are a good way to see if you're capable. For example doing a 12 mile in 3 hours which is a requirement of I think the 75th RR and maybe other SOF units? I have heard from SEVERAL Green Berets that over 45lbs is a no go. Also why'd you make a new account? Please do a google search and you'll see multiple sources saying do %30 your BW or nothing over 45lbs. People have trained with 45 or less and have done well.
@@Dennis-h3k I get all that train as you fight or whatever it's called, but in my opinion it's better to train smart.
@@Dennis-h3k If you look up online "should I train rucking over 45lbs?" you'll see that you are wrong. Rucking with over 45lbs guarantees higher risk of injury, un-needed stress, and is not needed. If 6:45 is below average, 4:00-5:00 is average and you're supposed to be above average. As long as you hit all the PT requirements and exceed those reasonably, as well as being a good dude you'll be alright. Benchmarks are important too, I don't know a lot about ruck training schedules but a benchmark is a good way to see how you're doing like the 3 hour 12 mile ruck in the 75th RR and I think a couple other SOF units. I've heard from several Green Berets that it is a no go for over 45lbs. Work smarter not harder. (Don't know if my first reply got deleted or something, it's not showing so sorry if this is a repeat)
The ruck goes from 60 to 160 in selection 45lbs aint gonna cut it
That really sucks being wet and cold. Usually I would try to keep my feet from getting wet during hikes to avoid blisters. Trenchfoot is even worse. That's like a blister on your whole foot!
Can you do a video on knots? I know you already did one on how to make a Swiss Seat, but one on important knots would be helpful.
What are all of the schools you attended
(Combat diver,Ranger ect.) ?
WORK ON YOUR RUNNING FORM....the pose method....learn what it is and do it. It will save you! If you're looking to train up for SFAS, I'd recommend the FNG Academy ruck trainer as well as pay the $5 for a month of their Patreon and suck up all their training advice vids.
Great shtuff!!
I am currently in the 101st Airborne Division and I bought your twelve-week fitness booklet over a year ago when I was in college. I plan on doing the workouts after I do body composition at the Army Wellness Center (earliest appointment I could get was first week of February).
Can I speak to you about your twelve-week workout?
The best way to reach me is via instagram.. that way I can give you a voice message reply (I'm a slow typist)
@ I just followed you on Instagram and tried to message you, apparently you need to allow new message requests
bro is saying do 82 clean pushups like its nothing 💀
I can do 15 pullups clean, squat 120 kg, run luc leger palier 9 but can only do 45 pushups in a row, how is 82 POSSIBLE!?
If you can only do 45, do alternate days, where one day is 40 pushups spread out through the day total over 300(minimum)
Then the next day do 300 in a session.
@@Bdon8 I am currently doing push 2 to 3 times a week, it consists of 4 sets of weighted pushups, plyometric pushups, and every week i test my bodyweight pushups till failure so i would be doing around 300 pushups (not standard pushups but harder variations) per workout but not everyday, also i am using strict form elbows lock and chest just above the floor, do you think this is better than what you recommended ??
I’m pretty sure it’s 82 push ups in 2 minutes
@@frostbitepokin9520 still hard, since he said 82 is below average, which i still dont get how is this below average ?!
@@frostbitepokin9520yes but if you stop on the ground or move your hands you’re disqualified
interesting stuff
18, going to join Reserves and SF.
Pushups are at 5 max, how do I increase?
No weights due to budget cuts and financial issuee
Do push-ups
5?? Push-ups?????
Dude eat as much as you can not shit food and keep training you got it bro
@@sethmiller9881 Yes. 5 pushups max because of prior shoulder injury in rotator cuff so I went on rest and couldn't rehab that much because of family stuff
@@yakub9933 Thanks!
Hey guys going to selection, sut and sage are not as hard as selection nothing compares to team week
i joined army at 6min /mile aerobic 4min/mile anaerobic i think, i only got told gebrseselassie
Little bro just got to NC to start his.
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Happy New Year.
Salutations from Belfast Northern Ireland 🇬🇧
bruh this is extra asf. There's no way you were below average. With this training and stats you should've crushed it
Greatest love for United States of American and respect for flag 🇺🇸🏈♠️⚡
Just definitely i need more deep into ❤ delta force and ranger 75th 🗡 ❤ platoon ❤
Navy seal team 6❤ sas ❤
Stephen steelo your friend and God bless U.S.A. and thankfully ❤
Tell us how you would create a cyber truck IED instead
I love this channel although this guy sounds like TFM
Who Dares Wins
It more beneficial staying in Professional Expert Regular Infantry Platoon than be Ranger or Special Forces without a Security Clearance plus get to stay stacked on the wall as E-4 Mafia.
I think 💬 similar, I always after I finish my combat or kickboxing session, I train barefoot, so I have same issue, I put vaseline gel on my foot 👣 🦶, and because I train whole year without holidays, I have injuries broken skin nails build up tissues on my foot.
Rah
This is all terrible information you’re putting out there to future candidates. Before your followers come for me…. Yes, I have been to selection. I did graduate the Q course and i did serve in Grp. Tired of seeing these videos. Look at regular army PT standards. Work at doing your very best. You suck at land nav? Work on that. Selection is hard. Just do your best and let the cadre assess you. Never quit. DOL
ngl g im cooked
Bro same
Nah bro. With an idiot proof plan and a mind of steel, anything is possible. I believe in you!
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"Average" sure buddy. Everythings average. Elite standard...average. Its not about having everything perfect before you go. They want to see how you adapt and overcome. Just train to the standards they give you and just go fucking do it. This guy wants you to be an operator before you even go🤡
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