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  • @amysteriouspotato4383
    @amysteriouspotato4383 6 ปีที่แล้ว +568

    My motivation is "I can do it now in peace or later getting yelled at because reasons"

    • @WhoWouldWantThisName
      @WhoWouldWantThisName 5 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      There's this old saying "The more you sweat in here, the less you'll bleed out there". I always liked that one.

    • @Tasoan
      @Tasoan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Saaaame mentality.

    • @anonymoose116
      @anonymoose116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I needed to see this today. Thanks!

    • @a-disaster5285
      @a-disaster5285 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hm, now I’m actually quite motivated. Sadly I’m at school so I can’t break down and do push-ups. Will keep that at heart though

    • @Biggfissh
      @Biggfissh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@a-disaster5285 don’t let that mentality stop you. As long as there is a floor to use, you can do push-ups. Stay strong. Stay motivated. Stay blessed 💪🏽🙏🏽 praying for your continued strength babysloth 🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @lyokon8
    @lyokon8 6 ปีที่แล้ว +515

    I ran a mile today, without stopping. This may not sound like much, but this is a milestone for me, I'm in the best shape I've been in for 8years. It's so great to see what I've been doing has actual results. Certainly not going to stop.

    • @sickeningg184
      @sickeningg184 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Angel Noose how’s the progress?

    • @dashcostello6667
      @dashcostello6667 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Heh... Milestone.

    • @MsIvargas
      @MsIvargas 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      same here man!

    • @maurimillani4134
      @maurimillani4134 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Angel Noose congratulations man !! I’m trying to get where you’re at 👏🏽

    • @dawidnicki96yearsago72
      @dawidnicki96yearsago72 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Keep going

  • @kellenrappaport1141
    @kellenrappaport1141 6 ปีที่แล้ว +368

    A workout that overall helps me is
    50 pushups 50 situps
    1/2 mile sprint
    40 pushups 40 situps
    1/2 mile sprint
    30 pushups 30 situps
    1/2 mile sprint
    20 pushups 20 situps
    1/2 mile sprint
    10 pushups 10 situps
    1/2 mile sprint
    Ps: after doing this at full effort I was beyond dead. So have fun.

    • @elyse3682
      @elyse3682 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Kellen Rappaport stupid question but do this everyday? Or every other day

    • @aaronjones5321
      @aaronjones5321 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      every other day will be bct style

    • @Alex-bf7mc
      @Alex-bf7mc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      this seems nice and simple, thank you

    • @tsrorst2792
      @tsrorst2792 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Sounds harder than the Marine PT I went through. Thanks!

    • @nathanmoore4664
      @nathanmoore4664 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Definitely gonna save this. Thanks for the great workout!

  • @masonhl2000
    @masonhl2000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I started working out seriously about a month ago and I've already improved my push ups and sit ups exponentially. The hardest part for a lot of people i think is getting them to actually START.

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I totally agree

  • @neptune8898
    @neptune8898 6 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Starting out while I'm younger so I get a good couple years of getting fit.
    Agh I can't wait to enlist one day!

    • @tryanagettwaynebsmto100k8
      @tryanagettwaynebsmto100k8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      • Neptune • I'm training 2 years in advance , how is it going for you?

    • @1starboyy
      @1starboyy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same, First time where I'm actually working out. Can't wait till I'm old enough to sign up.

    • @redsquirrel1565
      @redsquirrel1565 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you join?

    • @thiagogregory1
      @thiagogregory1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@redsquirrel1565 They never answer these comments

  • @whoisjake7464
    @whoisjake7464 6 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    I can do plenty of pushups and sit-ups but running has never been easy for me. These videos have helped a lot with my training, thanks Matt 🤙🏼

    • @user-dj2sz8qn1w
      @user-dj2sz8qn1w 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Southern NC outdoors man yes, running is my kryptonite! I look fit af but I can barely run a lap without feeling like I ran 5 miles. I don't get it.

    • @ChagiCODM
      @ChagiCODM 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Southern NC outdoors same..

  • @mr.k.i.s.s7496
    @mr.k.i.s.s7496 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    You have to understand that the Army goal is a fit and lean soldier, this why you won't gain much muscle mass in Basic. You March everywhere. Your access to weight training equipment will be non-existent during Basic. You will be using bodyweight exercises. The New PT Test is geared towards soldiers who have already passed BCT. So odds are, you will do the soon-to-be old test to get a baseline of your Physical Fitness. There are plenty of TH-camr's who are into Calisthenics who can get you ready for BCT. But, just like Matt said, you are going to have to clean up your diet, and get your mind in the fitness game. The earlier you start, the better off you will be at Basic. Even if you don't join, exercise can help you in life.

  • @shiannstilley6427
    @shiannstilley6427 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a really solid page!!! I’m going back in and here I am looking at the physical part again so thank you for the tips!!

  • @TitusTheTiny
    @TitusTheTiny 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    28 years old and finally planning on joining. ASVAB test on the 13th.

    • @Locgnukka
      @Locgnukka 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here bro

    • @andytheplatypus
      @andytheplatypus 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      TitusTheTiny howd it go?

    • @TitusTheTiny
      @TitusTheTiny 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@andytheplatypus it went well surprisingly. Ship out July 29th. Excited as hell.

    • @TitusTheTiny
      @TitusTheTiny 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andytheplatypus your fuckin name is great.

    • @cantstopmarcelo408
      @cantstopmarcelo408 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TitusTheTiny where are you shipping out on the 29th?

  • @WhoWouldWantThisName
    @WhoWouldWantThisName 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job on this subject Matt.
    In Basic, I think we did more `Flutter Kicks' than anything else lol, especially when getting smoked. I know those helped me with my sit-ups a lot. One thing I remember when getting ready to ship out was that I could do crunches very well, but not sit-ups. That is something I'm glad you stressed. It is necessary that you actually do the exercises you will actually be doing in training and your PT tests. Also, when my feet, or ankles, were not held down I couldn't actually do a single sit-up. My ratio of upper to lower body weight was not helping. With more exercises for my abs and hip-flexors though I got to where I could do full sit-ups without support. For those new out there, yes you will have someone holding your feet or ankles for an actual APFT, but during regular PT, or when being smoked "corrective training", you will not have that luxury. So other exercises to help get you to the point of doing another exercise is key. Oh, and in AIT we also did push-ups from our knees after we couldn't do anymore regular reps, then just from the waist up, like that ab stretch where you look to the sky shoulders high. Granted we were doing hundreds of reps, but still muscle failure is muscle failure no matter how many it takes to get there right?
    Man, I wish I had these videos before I enlisted.

  • @davidedwards4649
    @davidedwards4649 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    A moment of pain is a life time of glory remember that

  • @thefamousmuslim
    @thefamousmuslim 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for posting this Matt. I've been working out everyday now.

  • @jonathancox677
    @jonathancox677 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the best informative motivator for all things I need to know about the United States Army. I am willing to bet you are quite the military Officer, sir.

  • @armybiz
    @armybiz 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thanks for this video Matt. I am prior-service U.S Army NG and I am re-enlisting AD. I had a 5 year break in service and my recruiter put my packet together but won't submit until I meet H&W standards. This is more motivation. By the way I am 33 years old. Be great if you made a video for older prior-service. Thanks again.

  • @instridewith_life
    @instridewith_life 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I didn't used to be able to do ANY regular pushups (like literally couldnt do 1) started out doing pushups on my knees and I and now I can do at least 3 or 4 regular pushups!

  • @dwkvideos
    @dwkvideos 6 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Can’t wait for army bootcamp....

    • @IAMDENNIS_24
      @IAMDENNIS_24 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      DwkVideos same here

    • @2Coxonaboat
      @2Coxonaboat 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmao, Donny..... Can't wait to see that video.

    • @user-dj2sz8qn1w
      @user-dj2sz8qn1w 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Basic Training* 😜

    • @lindsay_carv
      @lindsay_carv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Said no one ever not sarcastically 😁

  • @chrism3220
    @chrism3220 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man, I got a way to go to lose the weight but starting my journey now . cant wait to join the Army!

  • @joelhiguera5498
    @joelhiguera5498 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good advice Matt thanks bro would have come in handy when I started since I hurt both my ankles now running 1.6 miles in around 15 minutes

  • @rpgdegree6027
    @rpgdegree6027 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Turning 30 this month and looking at going active duty officer. I do manual labor all day and was shocked how few pushups I can do. This video is a wakeup call and an encouraging message for me. I can get there but I'm gonna have to be on top of it.

  • @nick10596nb
    @nick10596nb 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I needed this video Matt thank you! Getting sworn in on the 31st.

  • @kxngque996
    @kxngque996 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful video Matt... getting shipped next week to fort Jackson

  • @user-dj2sz8qn1w
    @user-dj2sz8qn1w 6 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    In boot camp I killed everything and was top 3 in everything EXCEPT running. I played basketball in high school and ran cross country but still got owned in boot when it came to running long distances. I actually handed the guidon off to the fire team leader (and friend) and that sucked. Embarrassing even.

    • @MsIvargas
      @MsIvargas 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      How often do you run in the army boot camp? every morning?

    • @gravityarcade
      @gravityarcade 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Erazin Dageho how much would you say you ran and how often?

  • @IAMDENNIS_24
    @IAMDENNIS_24 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    12 days!! Countdown! 😎🤙
    ps. Another great video man 👍

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's getting close!!! And thanks!

  • @thegirl555
    @thegirl555 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found your channel - Thank you! So much valuable information here 👍❤

  • @andrewtarnowicz
    @andrewtarnowicz 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for posting this!

  • @brianaburby8454
    @brianaburby8454 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You’re extremely helpful thank you!

  • @Endymion.
    @Endymion. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wall pushups and girl pushups also on a rail really helps you build up strength... great tips

  • @thomaschaveznavarro5528
    @thomaschaveznavarro5528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Matt Thank you for this video cause me and my dad just had a serious conversation and he said that if i keep being bad and stuff like that i will have to join military school which i actually kinda do because i want to fix my self thank you so much!

  • @zachpenza6174
    @zachpenza6174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Started this journey a couple months ago. Couldn’t do a single pull up. 183 pounds at 5’9 just of fat. Down to 169 lost 14 pounds of fat and gained muscle weight! And I can get up to 3 pull-ups now. It’s not a lot but I’m happy with it so far.

  • @user-bh1xo2vu1y
    @user-bh1xo2vu1y 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    YESSS, an upload :P

  • @Snowmann200
    @Snowmann200 6 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I drank water and ate twice a day while doing push ups sit ups and running and lost 281/2 lbs in 2 months. I do 30 push ups twice a day sit ups twice and run twice a day.

    • @bakerboy8910
      @bakerboy8910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Anthony Frost
      280 lbs. in 2 months??? That's like 35 pounds a week.
      Now far be it from me to call you a liar, but you're a liar. Even if your two meals were bowls of meth, you couldn't possibly lose that much weight that quick.

    • @Snowmann200
      @Snowmann200 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Lol no 28 in a half

    • @bakerboy8910
      @bakerboy8910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lol, glad you cleared that up

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      lol

    • @rasthis4980
      @rasthis4980 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha.

  • @lawrancealonzo5993
    @lawrancealonzo5993 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tips really helpful.

  • @rileybrock344
    @rileybrock344 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    They should do negatives for push ups. Let themselves go down slowlymaybe until they fall and then push themselves up on their knees

  • @mikethepierogi3249
    @mikethepierogi3249 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Damn, your vids are really high quality for how small your channel is

  • @christinasolomon6363
    @christinasolomon6363 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I try and run a mile or so and walk that same distance. An easy way to do that is to have a planned out distance and split it evenly. I run to the end of my road which is just over a mile and then walk the way back. Really helps.

  • @pickledblowfish6178
    @pickledblowfish6178 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tip on the gym in small towns (5k or less people): Check the community center or high school. They often have weight rooms

  • @colonialf7047
    @colonialf7047 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It took me a yr and a half to lose even 80 lbs...but I got back in shape and can now run a mile without to much difficulty! I workout daily and still have a strict diet, it sucks but it works!

  • @tankdempsey558
    @tankdempsey558 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Matt what's up , I'm shipping in soon and I was wondering if you could do a video on the new OPAT

  • @isaiahjordan6907
    @isaiahjordan6907 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Matt! I really enjoy your videos, they have really helped me during my training and recruiting process. I’ll be going into 25B as soon as it’s available for active duty! Keep on with your videos they’re great!👍

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Also, good job choice :)

  • @martintovar1679
    @martintovar1679 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    17 and weight 240, i have to love around 60-70 punds for weight requirements i want to join the army to serve and to help me out with college.. your videos keep me going started watching a week ago started walking/jogging with a little running for 2 miles a day. You my motivation .

    • @martintovar1679
      @martintovar1679 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Want to join when i graduate in june

    • @josephshair
      @josephshair 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any updates?

  • @irommel6209
    @irommel6209 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hoping to enlist in a few months and a pretty good exercise I started was walking for 9 minutes then running for 1. As you get used to it you can change up the time to 8 minutes of walking then a 2 minute run. As you get more stamina and strength you can just do a minute less of walking then add a minute of running. Eventually you just run for 10+ minutes no problem. (I started off walking for 5 then running for 5 for 20 minutes) I’m getting close to running the full 20 with no problem.

  • @marandasmith1495
    @marandasmith1495 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I do wall push ups, lean so you're in the same position you'd be on the floor and get to work. I do 10 in one go, they really get you tired which I never really felt with knee push ups

  • @lyndonberwick1058
    @lyndonberwick1058 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fort Benning on February 12th! MOS is 11x!

  • @sammithegoat880
    @sammithegoat880 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I needed this

  • @malcolmxraw1342
    @malcolmxraw1342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like to think of squats as a great alternative to running

  • @Drew.coggs_ig
    @Drew.coggs_ig 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I can do 61pushups in 2 minutes still trying to get as good as I can. I’ve lost a good bit of weight and only have 1 more year till I’m 18. I’m so ready

  • @PeterShieldsukcatstripey
    @PeterShieldsukcatstripey ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes please help. Thanks.

  • @golffoxtrotyankee8441
    @golffoxtrotyankee8441 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That intro is exactly me😂 I’m shipped off in February and I’m nervous asf

    • @johnnycadeg5592
      @johnnycadeg5592 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      GolfFoxtrotYankee what’s your mos?

  • @clashyboi2010
    @clashyboi2010 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This has helped me alot

  • @mr.nemesis6442
    @mr.nemesis6442 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, I lost 15 pounds since may

  • @ethanmaguin
    @ethanmaguin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I got a 80 on my asvab and am going infantry with airborne I ship to basic on July 22nd but hope to get a rasp slot when I go to basic

  • @Everrick
    @Everrick 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I am currently able to run a mile in 8 minutes and 50 seconds, and my 2 mile in roughly 19 minutes.
    I feel like I've hit a wall.
    I have roughly 5 months before I transfer to University to finish my bachelor's, joining ROTC.
    Getting to the standards of the APFT seems impossible.
    I'm currently at 47 pushups in a minute,
    43 Sit-ups
    And the 8:50 mile.
    Do you think given my time frame I'll be able to improve enough to excel for ROTC?

    • @bakerboy8910
      @bakerboy8910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Chauncey G
      Sounds like you've hit a plateau. Try mixing it up between strength training and endurance training, with a variety workouts.
      Muscle memory is great for everything except working out

  • @jamesholloman3172
    @jamesholloman3172 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Matt I know I’m very late but, I run in the treadmill for 20 mins every other day. Will this improve my run time?

  • @noahtackett6264
    @noahtackett6264 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was told by a recruiter that if I get down to 185 I should pass tape, I'm 5'7 and 211lbs last time I weighed myself(not wearing boots and didn't have my edc on me earlier today when I weighed myself, in what I go out wearing it's about 217lbs) and I'm starting out with changing my diet, though kicking my caffeine addiction is hard, so I'm starting with eating healthier and working my way up from there

  • @stalenixon7773
    @stalenixon7773 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Couch to 5k apps are the way to go imo.

  • @pandoraeverett5715
    @pandoraeverett5715 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hiya im ex military (retired) but do i need to shape up! omg so im totally going to start the revamp my bod process, thanks

  • @KeithLburns
    @KeithLburns 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was rejected from all forms of military due to asthma heath concerns. Now its my weight. I want to train like the military to get into shape.

  • @wildchild5955
    @wildchild5955 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a physical test before basic? Not a physical like MEPS, but like a pre PT test.

  • @roeyabastid6944
    @roeyabastid6944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    can u go over how to bulk up im really scrawny

  • @justinramirez494
    @justinramirez494 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ft leonard February 5th!

  • @lorimcelroy7464
    @lorimcelroy7464 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How I got better at push=up. I started with the wall push ups

  • @coolthingstolearn4772
    @coolthingstolearn4772 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Should I stop drinking v8 too

  • @2111jade
    @2111jade 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The thing is, I really need to make myself get off my ass and at least start running some. There's a JC near me that I can use their track.

  • @Coles63
    @Coles63 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @irelianeedsbuff9041
    @irelianeedsbuff9041 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    a small workout I do like 3 months before joining
    50 pull ups
    70 push ups
    30 shoulders press with dumbbells
    30 biceps curves
    30 lats pulls
    30 bench presses
    80 situps
    2 miles run
    4 days a week
    Have fun

  • @quickscopeoneeighty9158
    @quickscopeoneeighty9158 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I eat twice a day, four days a week, drink nothing but water and 5-6 coffees (8oz coffee, 2 non-sweetened creamers) on top of mid-day snack (usually protein around 200cal) and lunch which would be the bulk of my caloric intake. I guess my only problem is that I dont move enough, even though I bike 20+ miles for those four days.

  • @theradbassman9030
    @theradbassman9030 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Seeing as Police Academy has a lot of the same physical requirements as Army BCT, these videos are helpful. Also guys, there's an app called home workout that will really help you with pushups.

    • @brandonwilliams1344
      @brandonwilliams1344 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Radbassman I wanted to check out the app you were referring to but there’s multiple home workout apps, could you describe the app image in detail please

    • @theradbassman9030
      @theradbassman9030 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brandon Williams it's red with a guy doing a push up.

    • @brandonwilliams1344
      @brandonwilliams1344 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Radbassman cool, thanks

    • @pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48
      @pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right onn

    • @mr.kingofphenomenal4629
      @mr.kingofphenomenal4629 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That the app Im using. Its great all and work out.

  • @carlitocueno2512
    @carlitocueno2512 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a difference between the trainings for officer candidate and enlisted personnel?

  • @seharhassan8315
    @seharhassan8315 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I can't do one press up ... can't run to the store that's 7 min away with out stopping and I get pains all over my body 😭 and I want to join the army 😭😭
    Some one helppp

  • @daytona_200
    @daytona_200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if I am good at short sprints but suck any distance longer than a half mile, what should I do to up my endurance

  • @rowdyliverman7034
    @rowdyliverman7034 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jump rope is actually one of the best ways to help u gain run endurance

  • @anthonylarso4796
    @anthonylarso4796 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What's basic like for prior service, the same? Depends?

  • @MountainLivingRelaxation
    @MountainLivingRelaxation 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    C25K (couch 2 5K) app is good app to use when first starting to run

  • @TheOnlyRealGamerOnEarth
    @TheOnlyRealGamerOnEarth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I highly recommend whole milk as well as water.

  • @sajjad8932
    @sajjad8932 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question: do all military branches go to basic training together or their trainings are different?

  • @andrewsturgill498
    @andrewsturgill498 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Actually it is possible to loose 100 pounds in 3 months cause I did it went from 350 straight out of high school down to 225 doing insanity max 30 and going hard eating right it is possible but it is not healthy to do not would I recommend anyone doing that

  • @sophiakitto2039
    @sophiakitto2039 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    im 17 and I’m abt 15 pounds over weight (maybe) it’s hard to tell because I’m naturally more bulky and have some muscle from previous exercise and sports... I’m trying to trim off a few and also build up my endurance

  • @imbritt4645
    @imbritt4645 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t have a ship date yet but let’s say I ship in 3-4 months, how much progress do you think I could make by doing these push ups and running, maybe even going to the gym a couple times a week?? I’m 17 & am in high school so that combined with life, do you think it’s possible I can really improve?

  • @MCT812
    @MCT812 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Matt, I'm a 450lbs 32yo former powerlifter. I can run/walk a mile in about 11 minutes. I've hit a point in my life where my goals have changed and I want to join the army. Where do I start besides obviously loosing weight? I bench press over my bodyweight and squat and deadlift almost double or better. I'm currently around %38-%41 body fat. I'm on a ketogenic diet and dropping weight rapidly with that. Thanks in advance

  • @DanielGarcia-ct8nd
    @DanielGarcia-ct8nd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are pull ups mandatory? I have trouble doing them

  • @koldwarSumpsing
    @koldwarSumpsing 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don’t eat less calories then you spend, it works but you end up feeling tired no matter how fit you are. try carb cycling, it’s much healthier and works better in the longrun

  • @andyrips834
    @andyrips834 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tennis elbow sucks. Got it really bad right now, but went to therapy and wow made a difference just one time. Gives me hope. My shoulder consult went good when I went to meps. I'm actually finally getting close I think to swearing in lol.

    • @deandeangelo7177
      @deandeangelo7177 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      AndyRips What was the shoulder consult for? I had one last week due to a plate and screws in my collarbone and the doctor cleared me. Just waiting on the waiver to hopefully be approved.

    • @andyrips834
      @andyrips834 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dean DeAngelo I had rotator cuff surgery back in the summer of 2014. The consult doctor acted nothing of it. Legit took 2min with him. I have 2 anchors in my shoulder, they act nothing of it so. I would think you would be good also. It’s just a waiting game again.

  • @raymondchen6720
    @raymondchen6720 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I lost weight for Meps I’m 5’10 and was originally 235 pounds. I’m now 187 which means I barely made it for my height and weight. I’m being shipped off at the 22nd but I just passed Meps like 2 weeks ago. Is it even worth it? Thanks for anyone that responds

    • @deanwhitaker4979
      @deanwhitaker4979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm 5'10 also and weighed around 230 before I decided to join back in 2013. From december I lost 30 lbs before I left for basic in march. At basic I lost an additional 20 lbs taking me to 180. After I got to my active duty unit I went from 180 down to 166 lbs, now after being out of the military for 4 years, I'm 250 lbs and just now getting back into shape starting with the basics again, it's all mind games and everyone is capable. You got this

  • @gideonward8661
    @gideonward8661 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I already know how to do a push-up. But for people who can't do 5, don't you think they could try Negatives?

  • @reagankindred9546
    @reagankindred9546 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    20 secs in this and im like...
    Same...

  • @ipalmbeachlifestyle8272
    @ipalmbeachlifestyle8272 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was 358.8 Lbs. I have to get to around 250lbs to make tape. Im currently down to 327.3 i plan on joining the Army National Guard by the age of 30 at the latest (im currently 28). Thank you for these tips.

  • @sc7244
    @sc7244 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    For a guy that's 26 and joining, is the opportunity for being an SF out of the picture in the future or would I still be within the age requirement? Cheers man

  • @papabear6431
    @papabear6431 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So i lift and im very fit, but i heard the army training is super hard so idk

  • @gemapadilla2434
    @gemapadilla2434 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you think I can keep a diet in there

  • @samuelgabriel9652
    @samuelgabriel9652 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    i cant even run for 2 minutes any more i let my self go

  • @quintincastro7430
    @quintincastro7430 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm joining the national guard and the recruiter sed i need to loose 20 pounds and that it will be easy i know i can do this

  • @averavoraylks5834
    @averavoraylks5834 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is very helpful but as a Canadian I have no idea how long a mile is 🤨😂

  • @xaviertademy3105
    @xaviertademy3105 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would playing basketball help with endurance and running?

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes and no. It will help more than other things but just because somebody plays basketball everyday doesn't mean they will pass an APFT. Now if you are training and maybe playing full court and run a lot that also helps but when training for a two mile run you need to run longer distances without stopping.

  • @DaDarkHamster
    @DaDarkHamster 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    how does this video only have 74,000 views

  • @jessixaxruz4976
    @jessixaxruz4976 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have to swim at bct? Great vids by the way, extremely helpful 👍

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      No you don't swim at BCT

  • @JRahman14
    @JRahman14 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Is it weird that I feel as if one arm is doing way more work when doing push ups ? My left feels as if it doing everything. Is is because of bad form ?

    • @pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48
      @pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      JRahman14 just be conscience of your form it'll balance out.. Most of the time one side may be a little stronger

    • @jessecaisbomb
      @jessecaisbomb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was gonna say, switch off when youre beatin it xD

  • @iEMILAR
    @iEMILAR 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Matt, I ship out April 30th and I am super nervous. I can do plenty of situps and I know my running will be OK, but I can barely do 2 pushups. I'm freaking out a little bit, didn't think I would get deployed so soon. AAAAA

  • @HIGHLIFE01414
    @HIGHLIFE01414 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You think I could lose 70 pound in three month that how much they gave me I'm kind of worried that I wont be able to I did in high school but it been 3 year since I was at the 200 hundred range kind of worried

  • @adameins5622
    @adameins5622 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im making progress on everything except for the run. And the reason for that is because I have nowhere I can safely run practically where I live..there's no sidewalks really. The one time I tried I spend like half of the time listening for cars. And I can't do that we'll with wind in my ears so I had to walk and it's kinda windy lately. So I'm kinda fucked on the running portion.

  • @gothicoctaves8692
    @gothicoctaves8692 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Matt can I email you I have Meps in 3 days