@@Mixedwithawholelot The ACFT utilizes the hand release push up (two minutes), and the plank (minimum usually sits around 1:30). No regular push up or sit up.
When you talked about purpose, and how it makes a great difference, I recalled what people in this "life coaching" courses and events say: "As you do one thing, you do them all". One day, I told the coach, that isn't true, because I wouldn't be doing something I don't feel passionate about, the same way I'd be doing something I love. You hit the nail on the head, purpose is everything, along with discipline and a tough mind, but everything starts with a clear purpose. Thank you for the wisdom you share.
Thank you again sir for your videos. I'm turning 31 in a few months, and have started to try and really take my health and fitness to a higher level. At 6'2 210, already work out normally 5x/week, I want to maximize myself to be able to be the most fit to be of service to those close to me, should the situation arise. Videos like this help me benchmark to see what guys who protect and serve for a living do to be in the best shape possible to do that. While I'm probably not going to go for any special forces (never served), this video coupled with the one you made a lil bit ago around how to survive a civil war has given me some really thought-provoking and aspirational goals to set for myself in terms of personal development. If I'm ever on the West coast any time soon, I hope to take one of your classes. Thank you again sir for all you've done, glad I found your channel.
Hello Sir, i want to start off by saying thanks a lot for being an honest and unfiltered person. A lot of the stuff you say doesn't get said a lot in the media and yet here you are with just you and the camera speaking the truth. I am 15 as of now and plan to go into the Canadian Army Reserves when I turn 16 in October and potentially go into other Canadian SOF units after serving for long enough. You have definitely made me sub and I'll keep up with your content. Thank you for giving me the inspiration to elevate my plan to go into the military and giving info about SF and other SOF units in general. Keep going on with your wisdom 😁
Training now to do it. 33 years old. 133 DLAB. Rucking 75lbs, 45lbs, and 30lbs regularly. My run isn’t there yet but my grip strength and endurance is making big strides. I can now ruck and farmers carry long term since started training. I did a 26 miler with 30lbs. I felt it at the 22 mile marker. My legs felt tore up.
I’m watching this after finishing Honor Hill for 11B! As a 33 years old pog prior service who came from the Air Force, I regretted not trying out for the CCT. Now that I’m about to graduate from the OSUT with an 18x contract, I really needed this. I knew that being a team player was super important, but it’s reassuring to hear that from someone who was in the GB world. Thank you!
I’d love to hear your story, what was your afsc and how long in the Air Force ? Did you have a break in service? What did you do during that time? What made you send it and go 18X, how has going back through basic been? Treated different for prior service ? Your rank retain? This is a similar path in considering now that I’m out of the Air Force and was unsatisfied with my time in
@@tanisj2470 my afsc was 2S0X1, supply job for 5 years. I got out in 2021 during COVID era, so out processing was really rough! I got out because I was not happy as I was stuck in one base, while watching my BMT buddies PCS to different stations. I tried to be a commercial pilot, but flying was super boring and I decided to join the army as I enjoyed working out and shooting pew pews. After the divorce, I hit rock bottom and I told myself that I want to become the best version of myself so I signed the 18X contract as I am in the best shape of my life currently. I run 12:45@ 2 miles and 20:48 @ 5 miles. Going back to the military was a very smooth experience. I kept my rank since I wasn’t out for more than 5 yrs, arrived to the 30th AG and chilled in the bay with other priors while in processing for 2-3 weeks. We were on our phones all day. When I shipped to my company, all the priors were sent to prior service bay. But that depends on your commander/company. I met another prior service and he got treated the same as other trainees(haircut and slept in their bay). Just do it, don’t let small voices distract you. If it doesn’t work out, at least you can say that you tried.
@@JesusPerez-pc2oe If you mean coming back to the military after getting out, then I was very disappointed that eligible jobs are very limited and no bonuses are available for prior service.
Woo, I’m here early. Love your videos bro, I love and admire the Navy SEALs and Green Berets, and videos like these always inspire me during my PT sessions. God bless you, man
im saving this for later-it wasnt for me this lifetime to do SF-but man it would be REALLY satisfying to accomplish these as fitness goals!!! Man, you really sound like the perfect mentor for passing this. You have a good blend of straightforward, you can pass the test AND you know, humans are capable of so much-you are a human therefore you are capable of so much. thanks man! I've learned a lot about the truth of SF from you!
You speak the truth. I'm not training for service, I'm too old. I went back to school after two decades working blue-collar work and now I'm in law school. I just kept showing up and doing the work. You can do so much more than you think. Good luck, all!
I was never an SF soldier, but I’ll comment on my Ranger School experience from 300 years ago during a winter class. You’re right; it’s not a matter of being a superhero. I’m certainly not one! I’m the kid in high school sports saying, “Excuse me, sir. That’s MY seat on this bench!” Here’s a Ranger School story: I had two classmates who were USMC Force Recon NCOs. One guy was (say this with your manliest voice): a manly dude with a manly physique, a manly square jaw, a manly voice, and a manly physique. The other Marine was a baby-faced pipsqueak with a voice like a kid. Guess which one quit?
Two of the buff-as-shit instructors from my Air Assault class dropped out of Special Forces selection, even though they gave us endless hell for being a bunch of pussies during Air Assault School while they PT'd the shit out of us in the rain.
I'm 22. Not in bad shape, but definitely not in great shape. Have been lifting for a while now and my cardio is not good. Going to train as hard as I can for the next year and go through the TACP pipeline. Hopefully we make it through boys...
You’d be shocked how fast you can improve your cardio. My advice would be to get with a coach who does this kind of stuff like my former teammate, having a guide can help tremendously.
Former TACP, I did 6-8 400m intervals at a track with 30-45 seconds of rest between each lap 2 times a week, long slow distance runs 2 times a week 6ish miles. Broke it up with some swimming, rowing, airdyne, hill sprints to rest the joints. I got down to 8:50 mile and a half.
@@SWOLyRaVioLi Good stuff brother. I really, and I mean really need to hit the cardio hard. My current issue is I am 5'6, 160 and pretty stocky from lifting for a while (and eating whatever I want, the more protein the better lol). Hard for me to keep a 4 mph pace on rucks because I have midget legs. Used to be a runner back in high school but I love the weights too much. Hoping to get my cardio dialed in and crush the pipeline
You are a similar build to me im 5'7 165lbs. I got 2hr 52min on the 12 mile ruck and stopped to take a shit during it lol. I would pick landmarks and do a shuffle run to that point then walk and repeat, you will be built up to ruck just figure out what works for you, no need to train for it prior other than your cardio or youll most likely get injured, its just a mental thing.
27 going to enlist soon. Going through the practice test tomorrow. My colonel was a ranger only father figure I ever had. Went to join after highschool but got guilt tripped into not going from family and ended up taking care of them. My boss is hella pissed considering I'm a in a career field and make ok cash but I don't want to regret not going, since highschool there isn't a day I don't regret not going. Don't know if I could be a Green Beret but that was a dream I had since I was like five.
Hope you read this, same age here and going for the same route. I read about green berets at 8 years old, thought it was the coolest shit in the world. Better late than never, you got this.
Back when i did basic for 19delta at knox 25 years ago. When we would do our 5k runs sometimes the sf guys would run with us. Talking to them in the run was very insightful and motivational.
Had the honor to meet a green beret (he was my 11th grade history teacher). He was 6’6” 280lbs of all American steel, but acted like a curious child. He was basically the epitome of a Warrior in a garden.
Loved that last part of the video. Something everyone needs to hear if they’re going into this occupation. Im currently looking at the 19th or 20th. I would’ve gone active but I love my job as a firefighter. Doing both will only fulfill me even more. Thanks for the video.
Your following is starting to take off and good to hear about merch - I’m in! Life sure has gone sideways these past few years but, I’m getting it sorted. Death, loss of finances just keep going. Thanks for all that you do 👍
That’s the flow of life, the key is to center yourself back and stay on the grind even after we spiral off path for awhile, I do it myself from time to time.
I’m overweight now but I’m planning on getting into the Green Berets by training to do this stuff before I join, your video helped push me past curious to motivated
The mind 100% gives up way before the body does. The human species evolved to have physical endurance allowing us to chase prey to exhaustion. Our bodies, in general, are very stamina efficient. We sweat. Another awesome video. Can't wait for the merch.
Howard Wasdin (former devgru, rip) talks about it in his book. Most athletes that showed up failed, sometimes while crying, in the earliest stages. They were used to being the best, and just couldn’t take it when they were challenged.
The one thing that stood out between all SOF was when Norm Hooten said for Delta they drop you off in the mountains and tell you to get somewhere with nothing. Not 100% on all the details, but it sounded crazy.
Thank you so mhch for all your insight, it really is a blessing. I'm turning 18 soon and trying to get into amazing shape so I can one day in the future join the green berets
Currently in the Marine Corps working on moving over and going to sfas after I eas. Found what I’m better at and what I’m worse at and focusing accordingly. Awesome information
you mean any 1' who enlists , signs a 4'year enlistment contract and swears an oath of allegiance , graduates from basic , becomes an 11-B goes to AIT , volunteers to go airborne , makes it through the Benning jump sch , do well in an airborne unit , again volunteers for the ranger sch and if he's not completely exhausted the try to make his way to bragg and selection and even before any of this happens most don't even make it through a lot of the shit before ranger sch yes their are mishaps that happen , the only easy day was yesterday
I'm very interested in the merch! I hope the prices aren't too high for we who live overseas 😅 but even if o can't buy I want you to know that these t-shirt look fire
Maaan, Ive already been in and out. Was basically the Navy equivalent of 35P and now contracting. Ever since working with SF guys I kinda wanted to be a green beret. Right now im just wondering if the juice is worth the squeeze. Id have to put a pause on a great career and Im hesitant to say goodbye to my joints from all the jumping. Kudos to all the guys whove done it and are serious about going thru the pipeline.
In Australia our SF units are SAS, Commandos and Clearance Divers. I can only speak as an ex-Grunt. As you point out mental is a big part of it. I was never under any illusions that I could be SAS- too angry. You can have a short fuse and be a good Grunt, and even a good Commando, but you cannot have anger issues and be SAS. They are very cool, calm and collected. I imagine the Green Berets are similar. Mental and emotional fortitude are paramount. Because by the end of the testing no one is physically fit anyway. Sleep deprivation, food deprivation and water deprivation, coupled with constant PT, ensure no one is fit after a while.
I really hope I get my chance man, been on the fishing line a whole year trying to be able to get in with the metal in my body from a motorcycle accident. It sure as hell is teaching me delayed gratification
I’ve tried out twice but failed. Hoping to get your insights on how to get over feeling like a failure and how to find a new purpose. Sorry for venting really like your channel by the way.
Interestingly, the green beret I spent the most time with in the army was my PA, a formed 18D. This dude was the definition of freak athlete. Smart as could be, build like a brick. Ran sub 6 minute miles, rucked all day fast, and boy could he fight. Then I worked with, or I should say around a team of green berets on a training op and realized I probably fell somewhere in line with their bottom 50% on fitness. My perception was distorted by my PA, who clearly was the top level of fitness, even amongst his peers.
I’m going infantry and airborne school, my asvab was good enough to get 18x in my contract but I wanna get acclimated to the military cuz my run times aren’t good enough
Could you make a video on SO unit operational success? Not asking for specific operations or any classified info. Something like most successful missions? Who has the most? Overall success rate, as in the history of SOF, SEAL, Delta, 242STS in a percentage format? Success per capita as in some units get less missions than others? Success with in the units specified abilities? Success outside specified abilities? Some data that shows the “best” special mission units?
@@ValhallaVFT Thank you for that. I picked what I thought would be good points of data to paint a wholistic picture of success. You would know better what the actual data points would/should be. For all the units that the United States has and their diverse mission sets, it is easy to get lost in the sauce on the who, what, when, where, why, wonder, and the wins. Conversely failures and lessons learned are implemented differently in each of these units. Simple anecdotes would come from NSW like Operation Red Wings and Extortion 17. It does not appear to show that NSW learned. Breaking ethos, John Chapman was literally left, so does never leave a swim buddy mean only other NSW? Integrity like covering up a murder of an ODA, or smuggling weapons. Professionalism, this is harder to nail down, but rampant drug use in Little Creek based teams, every SO writing an NYT best seller, or Marcus Luttrell making heaps of cash off of his dead brothers. Not to mention every NSW youtuber shittin on all the others. Now these are stories that anecdotally point to NSW not being capable of being consistently successful. BUT what does the data say? The same question could be asked for other units. I don't know anything about ODAs, cag, sts, pjs, sarcs, eod, marsoc, or all the other units. I imagine there are successes and failures within each unit that has shaped their over all success. If I was a young hopeful for military service that wanted to operate at the highest levels and hadn't picked a branch, I would like to know where I would be the most successful, professional, and the best taken care of. Not go with who is in the most movies or books. If you could compile an honest and objective picture of all these units, it could cut through the hype and maybe hopefully show other units to tighten up their game. That was a lil long winded but thank you for reading.
I’m shipping out in a week with and option 40. I’m confident the only thing I slightly struggle with is the pushups but I can still pass the fitness test easily
Hello, im a canadian citizen whos 19 yearsold and in decent shape over the next few years ( 6 years) my plan is to train for sf, go to trade school, and during summer be a partime wildland fire fighter. after that i would be in my mid 20s ( around 25 maybe 26), and my plan would be to join SF. i know canada has some good SF units like CSOR and JTF2 but i dont like the way the canadian military is going and has been going for a while. i heard a ton of guys in the canadian military were kicked out for rejecting the covid 19 vax, and this included several sf soliders. so what im really asking is how would a canadian citizen be eligible to join american SF ( specifically green berets) would i need to be a citizen or just hold a green card. my main motivations for wanting to join SF is to test my self as a man, build mental fortitude, learn some valuable skills, and to make my ancestors proud ( they arent americans, but i know they would be proud if i became strong enough to do good in the world). after retiring from sf my plan would be to retire somewhere rural, buy a good amount of land, farm/hunt and help others in my community
Being a green beret is the most deadly job you could possibly have in the army. Worst case scenario, you go in with nothing, plain clothes, and sneak into a paramilitary group, train them, use their weapons, food, water, sleep with them, etc.
💯 brother! I have pics of my Templar Brothers fighting in the Middle East and Eastern Europe…as you said, not the “best physical specimens”. 😂 We make up for it with faith and dedication. God Bless and Deus Vult!
@@AFGixxeR88 100% in selection shape put a lot of work into prepping. always room to improve ofc but from what I hear it comes down to having the right mindset & never quitting.
Imma preface this with ik no one asked: 3:30 my first thought was astronaut. I’m a google doctor so I looked it up and it says you need masters in a STEM field, extensive professional experience in said field, and in many cases you also are required to be a pilot. As far as time spent towards resume building it sounds insane.
Hey man, love your videos. They’ve helped a ton. I was wondering if you could make a video in regards to in modern day what special operations group(s) would you recommend for someone to get into. And which ones you wouldn’t recommend.
I am a 25 y/o man trying to find purpose in life. I have no problem with delating gratification, but I have a problem with deciding what to commit to as I am concerned that after all the hard work it will not be worth it. Do you have any advice finding what your passion is and how to know if the reality of something will live up to it?
It’s probably the hardest thing to figure out, took me till 23 to figure it out. Unfortunately I can’t really tell you how to find it, but when you do you’ll know. Stay fit/focused in whatever you’re doing at a minimum so you’re ready once you find your calling.
Can you get an 18x contract if you are a 31 year old civilian that’s never served in the military? Potentially would be 32 before going in to get my physical attributes up. I know this is old for a new soldier, but I’m curious if they would give a civilian this contract at my age
lol… land nav is a beast man. Fortunately I had a green beret as a dad and grew up in the woods. It was the easiest part of selection for me, 8/8 points. I definitely had an unfair advantage in that specific event.
@@ValhallaVFTjust made a comment on this. If you never have done land navigation before with so much details such as getting your mgrs coordinates, figuring out your declination depending on your area (McCall) back asmith etc, do ylu think what you learn is sopc is enough to understand and retain if you never have done it? Seems like a lot of information then have to navigate at night
@AFGixxeR88 yes, you will do an entire land nav course just like at selection at SOPC. It is a huge leg up on regular army candidates who don’t get that course for sure. It’ll prepare you well.
@@ValhallaVFTalso you forgot everyone that quits a pipeline suddenly forgot about that huge injury that forced them to drop out when they get to their new units
You need a GT 110. That is the first step! In the 80s, most GBs had degrees, masters degrees, and some PHD's. GB's in Bad Tolz were the best. Most GBs never wrote books.
@ValhallaVFT Well, not when I was in. Had to be an e5 with 110 gt. Now you can go as an X ray. I would receive an invite based on 201. (ERB you guys) You are a young guy. I retired with mosses. If it's 106 Holly..... I wouldn't have had to retake my asvab! Plus the interview. Still remember that 03. Still remember GB demeanor above the rest.
I’m trying to build a house that is easily defensible. Can you please do a video describing buildings and rooms that were hard for green berets to get in to? Was there any obstacles (fences, trees, water) or design features to the building that hindered forward progress? What would you recommend we do to keep people off of our property and out of our home?
I’ve been powerlifting for 8 or so years now. I’m 25.. played basketball before that never did cardio consistently until about 3 months ago. Started running like crazy and lifting heavy in short bursts. I’ve got about 80 pounds to loose as I am 310 pounds (6,4 height). The good news is I can run a mile at 8.30 consistently and just ran 5 miles yesterday in 1 hour. (Mix of speed walking and running) I’ve lost about 20 pounds, and I still feel like I’m just as strong as before. Trying to go slow so I don’t loose a ton of muscle.also being cautious of how much strain I put on my body just cause I’m so heavy rn My goal is green beret. I feel pretty confident tbh. 70 pounds from now I think I’ll be pretty competitive.
"Power lifting" doesn't do shit for you, unless you're a TH-cam wannabe. By the way, most SF members don't go by the nickname of green beret. We prefer the term Special Forces.
@ let me get this straight… you think strength training is not optimal for a profession where you will have 100 pounds of gear on your body at any given time???? Got it. You sound like a troll bro.
Hey great video you had a lot of insightful information. But I had a question I’m 21 never served and I want to go through the national guard route being that I want to pursue a career in law enforcement and achieve my goal of becoming a Sof operator as well, and I think I can achieve that with the national guard route. What I would like to know is what are the steps from day 1 go to basic, ait, etc what are the steps you need to take and complete to finally graduate as a green beret and specifically I’m in CA, so I’ll apply for the 19th special forces group. I’m not to educated yet on the subject I have to do more research if you can clear this up for me I’d really appreciate it, because I’m hearing the pipeline is about 2-3 years. Are we supposed going from course to course in those 3 years and not go home to our civilian jobs or let’s say you pass a course you go back home to your civilian life, and you get called back to complete another course, etc. I apologize for the long question hopefully it makes sense what I’m trying to ask.
Hey I have a quick question. I had surgery in my wrist about 6 years ago and it prevents me from doing pushups with my palms on the group (regular pushups) So I do them with my fist would that be a problem if I would want to be about of special operations? It would be awesome if I can have your feedback on that. Thank you
do you know anything about the french foreign legion? would be interested to hear your thoughts. it seems like an interesting semi-elite unit with a lot of cool applications around the world. obviously not as good as green berets, but would be curious if you have any stories/thoughts.
Love the videos bro but I’m curious about waivers in the military because I have some health conditions but my dream is to be a green beret and I train regularly.
Really just depends on what they are, the military actually does waiver for a ton of different health issues, best way to find out is to talk to a recruiter and just find out.
I’m 29 and locked in. Diet and discipline are good and am in the best shape of my life. I’m confident I could meet the physical standards but have a 10 month old child and just purchased a house. I’ve got plenty of money banked and have been thinking about an 18xray contract for a years at this point. Is it realistically possible to maintain spousal and child relationships during the year and a half plus commitment to said training?
Ive been training for sfas the last 4 months 6 days a week. Another 6- 8 months and im going to send it. Thank you for all your advice and real talk!
Hell ya dude. You’ll for sure be good to go with that dedication.
You following a specific program or just staying fit?
@@AFGixxeR88 infinite grit has a free pdf program i follow
Woah man thats awesome, how do You train? Like what's your routine
If you're running your mouth about it right now, you'll never be a "silent warrior" (SF operator).
I'm trying to become a Knight Templar. The ultimate Special Forces operator.
Same information applies to that as well
Check out KnightsTemplarOrder on the interwebs. We are legit Christian Operators.
@@Mixedwithawholelot The ACFT utilizes the hand release push up (two minutes), and the plank (minimum usually sits around 1:30). No regular push up or sit up.
@@Mixedwithawholelothey man, he’s not active duty. This information is readily available on the internet, don’t be lazy and look for hand outs.
@@Mixedwithawholelot join ROTC. Get your school for free, then you will be an officer when you graduate.
18X shipping in 2 weeks! Been loving all of your videos up until my ship date! Ready to get after it.
@@Zachary-k3t 🫡
Don’t quit. Do your best. I’m cheering for you my guy, considering doing the same thing myself… 25 years old and tired of the stillness in my life.
@@TheHipsterGamer chase that dream
@@TheHipsterGamersame thing here bro, never quit
@@TheHipsterGamer Same here but I'm 29 and shipping out soon for 18X. Make the move. Good luck.
When you talked about purpose, and how it makes a great difference, I recalled what people in this "life coaching" courses and events say: "As you do one thing, you do them all". One day, I told the coach, that isn't true, because I wouldn't be doing something I don't feel passionate about, the same way I'd be doing something I love. You hit the nail on the head, purpose is everything, along with discipline and a tough mind, but everything starts with a clear purpose. Thank you for the wisdom you share.
You got 40 year olds crushing sfas selection
Yup. My SF Msgt had a buddy get selected at 42.
I'm 29. Idk if they'd take me now, as id come in off the ,,street,, but that is definitely encouraging.
@@stevefromwork6136 100% they would
@@stevefromwork6136 i’m going to selection Q2 2025 at 31, just go for it bro
@@stevefromwork613618X contract
From the horses mouth. Much needed for the guys preparing to go at it. Thanks bud.
Thank you again sir for your videos. I'm turning 31 in a few months, and have started to try and really take my health and fitness to a higher level. At 6'2 210, already work out normally 5x/week, I want to maximize myself to be able to be the most fit to be of service to those close to me, should the situation arise. Videos like this help me benchmark to see what guys who protect and serve for a living do to be in the best shape possible to do that. While I'm probably not going to go for any special forces (never served), this video coupled with the one you made a lil bit ago around how to survive a civil war has given me some really thought-provoking and aspirational goals to set for myself in terms of personal development. If I'm ever on the West coast any time soon, I hope to take one of your classes. Thank you again sir for all you've done, glad I found your channel.
Thanks bro, appreciate the support.
possibly the most motivating video ive watched on TH-cam
Hello Sir, i want to start off by saying thanks a lot for being an honest and unfiltered person. A lot of the stuff you say doesn't get said a lot in the media and yet here you are with just you and the camera speaking the truth. I am 15 as of now and plan to go into the Canadian Army Reserves when I turn 16 in October and potentially go into other Canadian SOF units after serving for long enough. You have definitely made me sub and I'll keep up with your content. Thank you for giving me the inspiration to elevate my plan to go into the military and giving info about SF and other SOF units in general. Keep going on with your wisdom 😁
Training now to do it. 33 years old. 133 DLAB.
Rucking 75lbs, 45lbs, and 30lbs regularly.
My run isn’t there yet but my grip strength and endurance is making big strides. I can now ruck and farmers carry long term since started training. I did a 26 miler with 30lbs. I felt it at the 22 mile marker. My legs felt tore up.
Make sure you’re training smart, going into SFAS injured is always a problem.
@@ValhallaVFT I appreciate your videos and you sharing your knowledge
133 DLAB is insane, respect
Don't be broken before you go.
5’4” comment is a major, major booster for me to hear. Thank you for that
There are some short king killas
I’m watching this after finishing Honor Hill for 11B! As a 33 years old pog prior service who came from the Air Force, I regretted not trying out for the CCT. Now that I’m about to graduate from the OSUT with an 18x contract, I really needed this. I knew that being a team player was super important, but it’s reassuring to hear that from someone who was in the GB world. Thank you!
I’d love to hear your story, what was your afsc and how long in the Air Force ? Did you have a break in service? What did you do during that time? What made you send it and go 18X, how has going back through basic been? Treated different for prior service ? Your rank retain? This is a similar path in considering now that I’m out of the Air Force and was unsatisfied with my time in
How was your experience with re-enlisting?
Any disadvantage that you've experience related to your age? if so, how do you overcome it?
@@tanisj2470 my afsc was 2S0X1, supply job for 5 years. I got out in 2021 during COVID era, so out processing was really rough! I got out because I was not happy as I was stuck in one base, while watching my BMT buddies PCS to different stations. I tried to be a commercial pilot, but flying was super boring and I decided to join the army as I enjoyed working out and shooting pew pews. After the divorce, I hit rock bottom and I told myself that I want to become the best version of myself so I signed the 18X contract as I am in the best shape of my life currently. I run 12:45@ 2 miles and 20:48 @ 5 miles.
Going back to the military was a very smooth experience. I kept my rank since I wasn’t out for more than 5 yrs, arrived to the 30th AG and chilled in the bay with other priors while in processing for 2-3 weeks. We were on our phones all day. When I shipped to my company, all the priors were sent to prior service bay. But that depends on your commander/company. I met another prior service and he got treated the same as other trainees(haircut and slept in their bay). Just do it, don’t let small voices distract you. If it doesn’t work out, at least you can say that you tried.
@@JesusPerez-pc2oe If you mean coming back to the military after getting out, then I was very disappointed that eligible jobs are very limited and no bonuses are available for prior service.
I’m not a very confident person, but one thing I know about myself is that if I truly want something, I’m going to give it a try. I’ll go after it.
Woo, I’m here early. Love your videos bro, I love and admire the Navy SEALs and Green Berets, and videos like these always inspire me during my PT sessions. God bless you, man
im saving this for later-it wasnt for me this lifetime to do SF-but man it would be REALLY satisfying to accomplish these as fitness goals!!! Man, you really sound like the perfect mentor for passing this. You have a good blend of straightforward, you can pass the test AND you know, humans are capable of so much-you are a human therefore you are capable of so much. thanks man! I've learned a lot about the truth of SF from you!
You speak the truth. I'm not training for service, I'm too old. I went back to school after two decades working blue-collar work and now I'm in law school. I just kept showing up and doing the work. You can do so much more than you think. Good luck, all!
Doing my masters degree right now, after the career I had it’s insane how easy it actually is if like you said, you just show up and do the work.
I was never an SF soldier, but I’ll comment on my Ranger School experience from 300 years ago during a winter class. You’re right; it’s not a matter of being a superhero. I’m certainly not one! I’m the kid in high school sports saying, “Excuse me, sir. That’s MY seat on this bench!” Here’s a Ranger School story: I had two classmates who were USMC Force Recon NCOs. One guy was (say this with your manliest voice): a manly dude with a manly physique, a manly square jaw, a manly voice, and a manly physique. The other Marine was a baby-faced pipsqueak with a voice like a kid. Guess which one quit?
Two of the buff-as-shit instructors from my Air Assault class dropped out of Special Forces selection, even though they gave us endless hell for being a bunch of pussies during Air Assault School while they PT'd the shit out of us in the rain.
Nice try bud, Ranger school didn’t exist 300 years ago.
@@albinosh4dow nope, it actually existed 301 years ago so this tracks
@@albinosh4dow😂
I'm 22. Not in bad shape, but definitely not in great shape. Have been lifting for a while now and my cardio is not good. Going to train as hard as I can for the next year and go through the TACP pipeline. Hopefully we make it through boys...
You’d be shocked how fast you can improve your cardio. My advice would be to get with a coach who does this kind of stuff like my former teammate, having a guide can help tremendously.
Former TACP, I did 6-8 400m intervals at a track with 30-45 seconds of rest between each lap 2 times a week, long slow distance runs 2 times a week 6ish miles. Broke it up with some swimming, rowing, airdyne, hill sprints to rest the joints. I got down to 8:50 mile and a half.
@@SWOLyRaVioLi Good stuff brother. I really, and I mean really need to hit the cardio hard. My current issue is I am 5'6, 160 and pretty stocky from lifting for a while (and eating whatever I want, the more protein the better lol). Hard for me to keep a 4 mph pace on rucks because I have midget legs. Used to be a runner back in high school but I love the weights too much. Hoping to get my cardio dialed in and crush the pipeline
You are a similar build to me im 5'7 165lbs. I got 2hr 52min on the 12 mile ruck and stopped to take a shit during it lol. I would pick landmarks and do a shuffle run to that point then walk and repeat, you will be built up to ruck just figure out what works for you, no need to train for it prior other than your cardio or youll most likely get injured, its just a mental thing.
1st group here I come. Another great video.
1st group best group bro 🫡
27 going to enlist soon. Going through the practice test tomorrow. My colonel was a ranger only father figure I ever had. Went to join after highschool but got guilt tripped into not going from family and ended up taking care of them. My boss is hella pissed considering I'm a in a career field and make ok cash but I don't want to regret not going, since highschool there isn't a day I don't regret not going. Don't know if I could be a Green Beret but that was a dream I had since I was like five.
Although it was SEAL/BUDS. Chris Kyle joined at 30 if I remember correctly. Go get it dude
Better late than never.
Hope you read this, same age here and going for the same route. I read about green berets at 8 years old, thought it was the coolest shit in the world. Better late than never, you got this.
Back when i did basic for 19delta at knox 25 years ago. When we would do our 5k runs sometimes the sf guys would run with us. Talking to them in the run was very insightful and motivational.
Had the honor to meet a green beret (he was my 11th grade history teacher). He was 6’6” 280lbs of all American steel, but acted like a curious child. He was basically the epitome of a Warrior in a garden.
Loved that last part of the video. Something everyone needs to hear if they’re going into this occupation. Im currently looking at the 19th or 20th. I would’ve gone active but I love my job as a firefighter. Doing both will only fulfill me even more. Thanks for the video.
Your following is starting to take off and good to hear about merch - I’m in! Life sure has gone sideways these past few years but, I’m getting it sorted. Death, loss of finances just keep going. Thanks for all that you do 👍
That’s the flow of life, the key is to center yourself back and stay on the grind even after we spiral off path for awhile, I do it myself from time to time.
@@ValhallaVFT You bet. We're all human and we make mistakes. My folks (RIP Mum & Dad) didn't allow me to cry in my beer 😆
Nice to hear about the Merch coming! Great video and keep up the excellent work!!!
I’m overweight now but I’m planning on getting into the Green Berets by training to do this stuff before I join, your video helped push me past curious to motivated
Man great info man! I honestly appreciate you mentioning all areas of life
Thank You, what you said in the last few minutes of this video is Truly inspiring
I'm watching from Brazil and realy enjoying your channel.
Keep on the good work!
Thanks bro 🫡
The mind 100% gives up way before the body does. The human species evolved to have physical endurance allowing us to chase prey to exhaustion. Our bodies, in general, are very stamina efficient. We sweat.
Another awesome video. Can't wait for the merch.
Howard Wasdin (former devgru, rip) talks about it in his book. Most athletes that showed up failed, sometimes while crying, in the earliest stages. They were used to being the best, and just couldn’t take it when they were challenged.
Had 2 formal NFL players in the q course during my time there, both quit.
The one thing that stood out between all SOF was when Norm Hooten said for Delta they drop you off in the mountains and tell you to get somewhere with nothing. Not 100% on all the details, but it sounded crazy.
Sounds peaceful
Thank you so mhch for all your insight, it really is a blessing. I'm turning 18 soon and trying to get into amazing shape so I can one day in the future join the green berets
Currently in the Marine Corps working on moving over and going to sfas after I eas. Found what I’m better at and what I’m worse at and focusing accordingly. Awesome information
This is why I see a lot of SF guys becoming entrepreneurs once they leave the service. MANY of the same skills and mindset is similar.
The awesome, amazing feats that SF achieve has everything to do with the person that they become, not the person they were predisposed to be.
you mean any 1' who enlists , signs a 4'year enlistment contract and swears an oath of allegiance , graduates from basic , becomes an 11-B goes to AIT , volunteers to go airborne , makes it through the Benning jump sch , do well in an airborne unit , again volunteers for the ranger sch and if he's not completely exhausted the try to make his way to bragg and selection and even before any of this happens most don't even make it through a lot of the shit before ranger sch yes their are mishaps that happen , the only easy day was yesterday
Yo man this video really resonated with me i appreciate it love the vids keep it up bro
I'm very interested in the merch! I hope the prices aren't too high for we who live overseas 😅 but even if o can't buy I want you to know that these t-shirt look fire
Maaan, Ive already been in and out. Was basically the Navy equivalent of 35P and now contracting. Ever since working with SF guys I kinda wanted to be a green beret.
Right now im just wondering if the juice is worth the squeeze. Id have to put a pause on a great career and Im hesitant to say goodbye to my joints from all the jumping. Kudos to all the guys whove done it and are serious about going thru the pipeline.
Thank you. I am using your information just to better myself. Too old to be SF.
In Australia our SF units are SAS, Commandos and Clearance Divers. I can only speak as an ex-Grunt. As you point out mental is a big part of it. I was never under any illusions that I could be SAS- too angry. You can have a short fuse and be a good Grunt, and even a good Commando, but you cannot have anger issues and be SAS. They are very cool, calm and collected. I imagine the Green Berets are similar. Mental and emotional fortitude are paramount. Because by the end of the testing no one is physically fit anyway. Sleep deprivation, food deprivation and water deprivation, coupled with constant PT, ensure no one is fit after a while.
I wish I were 10 years younger. 45 this month. In great shape. I would give it my all.
Man i cant wait for the merch to launch!
I’m 51 now and have always wanted to be in SF, wished I could still have the opportunity to.
Absol loved this
I really hope I get my chance man, been on the fishing line a whole year trying to be able to get in with the metal in my body from a motorcycle accident. It sure as hell is teaching me delayed gratification
I’ve tried out twice but failed. Hoping to get your insights on how to get over feeling like a failure and how to find a new purpose. Sorry for venting really like your channel by the way.
Interestingly, the green beret I spent the most time with in the army was my PA, a formed 18D. This dude was the definition of freak athlete. Smart as could be, build like a brick. Ran sub 6 minute miles, rucked all day fast, and boy could he fight. Then I worked with, or I should say around a team of green berets on a training op and realized I probably fell somewhere in line with their bottom 50% on fitness. My perception was distorted by my PA, who clearly was the top level of fitness, even amongst his peers.
lol ya one of my good buddies who was also my PA for like 7 years was also a former 18D stud, and silver star recipient.
I’m going infantry and airborne school, my asvab was good enough to get 18x in my contract but I wanna get acclimated to the military cuz my run times aren’t good enough
That’s not a bad route either, typically guys who come from the infantry have a higher success rate anyway.
Definitely Gunna Be Rockin A Tank..... 🤟
Hell ya bro 🫡
Delta force video Nate!!!
Could you make a video on SO unit operational success? Not asking for specific operations or any classified info.
Something like most successful missions? Who has the most?
Overall success rate, as in the history of SOF, SEAL, Delta, 242STS in a percentage format?
Success per capita as in some units get less missions than others?
Success with in the units specified abilities?
Success outside specified abilities?
Some data that shows the “best” special mission units?
I could probably do something along those lines, I’ll figure somethin out.
@@ValhallaVFT Thank you for that. I picked what I thought would be good points of data to paint a wholistic picture of success. You would know better what the actual data points would/should be. For all the units that the United States has and their diverse mission sets, it is easy to get lost in the sauce on the who, what, when, where, why, wonder, and the wins. Conversely failures and lessons learned are implemented differently in each of these units.
Simple anecdotes would come from NSW like Operation Red Wings and Extortion 17. It does not appear to show that NSW learned. Breaking ethos, John Chapman was literally left, so does never leave a swim buddy mean only other NSW? Integrity like covering up a murder of an ODA, or smuggling weapons. Professionalism, this is harder to nail down, but rampant drug use in Little Creek based teams, every SO writing an NYT best seller, or Marcus Luttrell making heaps of cash off of his dead brothers. Not to mention every NSW youtuber shittin on all the others. Now these are stories that anecdotally point to NSW not being capable of being consistently successful. BUT what does the data say? The same question could be asked for other units.
I don't know anything about ODAs, cag, sts, pjs, sarcs, eod, marsoc, or all the other units. I imagine there are successes and failures within each unit that has shaped their over all success. If I was a young hopeful for military service that wanted to operate at the highest levels and hadn't picked a branch, I would like to know where I would be the most successful, professional, and the best taken care of. Not go with who is in the most movies or books.
If you could compile an honest and objective picture of all these units, it could cut through the hype and maybe hopefully show other units to tighten up their game. That was a lil long winded but thank you for reading.
I’m shipping out in a week with and option 40. I’m confident the only thing I slightly struggle with is the pushups but I can still pass the fitness test easily
All about grit man, u don’t need to be the best but should try to be
Great Formula to follow, thank you.
Thanks for making this video. I'm in the process of heading back to college to finish my degree after failing out the first time.
Hello, im a canadian citizen whos 19 yearsold and in decent shape over the next few years ( 6 years) my plan is to train for sf, go to trade school, and during summer be a partime wildland fire fighter. after that i would be in my mid 20s ( around 25 maybe 26), and my plan would be to join SF. i know canada has some good SF units like CSOR and JTF2 but i dont like the way the canadian military is going and has been going for a while. i heard a ton of guys in the canadian military were kicked out for rejecting the covid 19 vax, and this included several sf soliders. so what im really asking is how would a canadian citizen be eligible to join american SF ( specifically green berets) would i need to be a citizen or just hold a green card. my main motivations for wanting to join SF is to test my self as a man, build mental fortitude, learn some valuable skills, and to make my ancestors proud ( they arent americans, but i know they would be proud if i became strong enough to do good in the world). after retiring from sf my plan would be to retire somewhere rural, buy a good amount of land, farm/hunt and help others in my community
Being a green beret is the most deadly job you could possibly have in the army.
Worst case scenario, you go in with nothing, plain clothes, and sneak into a paramilitary group, train them, use their weapons, food, water, sleep with them, etc.
💯 brother!
I have pics of my Templar Brothers fighting in the Middle East and Eastern Europe…as you said, not the “best physical specimens”. 😂 We make up for it with faith and dedication.
God Bless and Deus Vult!
18x shipping out in two days 😁
Good luck man!
Awesome!
Do you feel you are already in selection shape or just sending it and getting better as you go?
@@AFGixxeR88 100% in selection shape put a lot of work into prepping. always room to improve ofc but from what I hear it comes down to having the right mindset & never quitting.
@@josemexjr2844 appreciate it brother 🫡
Imma preface this with ik no one asked: 3:30 my first thought was astronaut. I’m a google doctor so I looked it up and it says you need masters in a STEM field, extensive professional experience in said field, and in many cases you also are required to be a pilot. As far as time spent towards resume building it sounds insane.
Hey man, love your videos. They’ve helped a ton. I was wondering if you could make a video in regards to in modern day what special operations group(s) would you recommend for someone to get into. And which ones you wouldn’t recommend.
I am a 25 y/o man trying to find purpose in life. I have no problem with delating gratification, but I have a problem with deciding what to commit to as I am concerned that after all the hard work it will not be worth it. Do you have any advice finding what your passion is and how to know if the reality of something will live up to it?
It’s probably the hardest thing to figure out, took me till 23 to figure it out. Unfortunately I can’t really tell you how to find it, but when you do you’ll know. Stay fit/focused in whatever you’re doing at a minimum so you’re ready once you find your calling.
great lesson
It’s my dream to join the 75th RR. I love the vids btw🫡
Straight 🔥 🔥 🔥🔥🔥
Can you get an 18x contract if you are a 31 year old civilian that’s never served in the military? Potentially would be 32 before going in to get my physical attributes up. I know this is old for a new soldier, but I’m curious if they would give a civilian this contract at my age
Used to be able to, I’m not sure what the cut off is currently at, easiest way is to just go ask a recruiter.
You don't need an 18x contract going into osut. They're handing them out once you get there.
Can u also make a video if you had any odd/bad land nav experiences, my buddy was doing land nav at night and a bear started to chase him.
lol… land nav is a beast man. Fortunately I had a green beret as a dad and grew up in the woods. It was the easiest part of selection for me, 8/8 points. I definitely had an unfair advantage in that specific event.
@@ValhallaVFTjust made a comment on this. If you never have done land navigation before with so much details such as getting your mgrs coordinates, figuring out your declination depending on your area (McCall) back asmith etc, do ylu think what you learn is sopc is enough to understand and retain if you never have done it? Seems like a lot of information then have to navigate at night
@AFGixxeR88 yes, you will do an entire land nav course just like at selection at SOPC. It is a huge leg up on regular army candidates who don’t get that course for sure. It’ll prepare you well.
I’ll 100% be buying a hoodie.
I'm 39 and looking at going into the National Guard under 18 X-ray. Is it possible for a waver for my age?
Only the recruiter can truly tell you
A wise old SF Medic once told me that 70% of drops were for injuries...
Definitely no where near that high, maybe 10% are med drops, but there is a lot of injuries in the course.
@@ValhallaVFTalso you forgot everyone that quits a pipeline suddenly forgot about that huge injury that forced them to drop out when they get to their new units
@ViktoriousDead ...it was a long time ago in the 80's...
@@ViktoriousDead Yep lmao
How hard was the foreign language stuff for you, and do SF guys have to achieve native fluency?
I had Chinese mandarin as a language so pretty hard, but we don’t have to be that fluent to pass, no one fails language school really .
Nice video 🔥
Jax the Black Australian Shepard.
Life as a new guy on the team next?
I have that one on the list. Probably within the next week or two.
I thought everything switched over to the hand release pushups and plank?
Just making it is only the beginning lol.
You need a GT 110. That is the first step! In the 80s, most GBs had degrees, masters degrees, and some PHD's. GB's in Bad Tolz were the best. Most GBs never wrote books.
GT score requirement is 106. Like I said.
@ValhallaVFT Well, not when I was in. Had to be an e5 with 110 gt. Now you can go as an X ray. I would receive an invite based on 201. (ERB you guys) You are a young guy. I retired with mosses. If it's 106 Holly..... I wouldn't have had to retake my asvab! Plus the interview. Still remember that 03. Still remember GB demeanor above the rest.
I’m trying to build a house that is easily defensible. Can you please do a video describing buildings and rooms that were hard for green berets to get in to? Was there any obstacles (fences, trees, water) or design features to the building that hindered forward progress? What would you recommend we do to keep people off of our property and out of our home?
SF needs leaders, period.
My son wants to be a Green Beret, like my uncle.
I’ve been powerlifting for 8 or so years now. I’m 25.. played basketball before that
never did cardio consistently until about 3 months ago. Started running like crazy and lifting heavy in short bursts.
I’ve got about 80 pounds to loose as I am 310 pounds (6,4 height). The good news is I can run a mile at 8.30 consistently and just ran 5 miles yesterday in 1 hour. (Mix of speed walking and running)
I’ve lost about 20 pounds, and I still feel like I’m just as strong as before. Trying to go slow so I don’t loose a ton of muscle.also being cautious of how much strain I put on my body just cause I’m so heavy rn
My goal is green beret. I feel pretty confident tbh. 70 pounds from now I think I’ll be pretty competitive.
"Power lifting" doesn't do shit for you, unless you're a TH-cam wannabe. By the way, most SF members don't go by the nickname of green beret. We prefer the term Special Forces.
@ let me get this straight… you think strength training is not optimal for a profession where you will have 100 pounds of gear on your body at any given time????
Got it. You sound like a troll bro.
How about a 64 yr old trying to make it what do you think
Ive met alot of service men none were the "cool guy" or "door kicker"
Ik this video old but do you know if it’s true that rangers “haze” you I heard it was bad 😂
For the push-ups, it's hand release push-ups correct?
Neck and hand tattoos still a no go ?
OK how can I obtain the technology described in the documentary the lost century and how to reclaim it??????
Not sure if you're religious at all bro, but with God we can do anything, and may He bless you and your family
Hey great video you had a lot of insightful information. But I had a question I’m 21 never served and I want to go through the national guard route being that I want to pursue a career in law enforcement and achieve my goal of becoming a Sof operator as well, and I think I can achieve that with the national guard route. What I would like to know is what are the steps from day 1 go to basic, ait, etc what are the steps you need to take and complete to finally graduate as a green beret and specifically I’m in CA, so I’ll apply for the 19th special forces group. I’m not to educated yet on the subject I have to do more research if you can clear this up for me I’d really appreciate it, because I’m hearing the pipeline is about 2-3 years. Are we supposed going from course to course in those 3 years and not go home to our civilian jobs or let’s say you pass a course you go back home to your civilian life, and you get called back to complete another course, etc. I apologize for the long question hopefully it makes sense what I’m trying to ask.
I’ve got a video on national Guard SF you could watch, it details out that way of doing things, I’d check that out.
@@ValhallaVFT oh okay I didn’t know that thanks. I’ll check it out
This is who Liver King wanted to be but couldn’t
Hey I have a quick question. I had surgery in my wrist about 6 years ago and it prevents me from doing pushups with my palms on the group (regular pushups) So I do them with my fist would that be a problem if I would want to be about of special operations? It would be awesome if I can have your feedback on that. Thank you
do you know anything about the french foreign legion? would be interested to hear your thoughts. it seems like an interesting semi-elite unit with a lot of cool applications around the world. obviously not as good as green berets, but would be curious if you have any stories/thoughts.
Nah not really tbh.
Love the videos bro but I’m curious about waivers in the military because I have some health conditions but my dream is to be a green beret and I train regularly.
Really just depends on what they are, the military actually does waiver for a ton of different health issues, best way to find out is to talk to a recruiter and just find out.
@@ValhallaVFTthank you so much for the advice keep up the awesome content!
Is the land nav map & compass?
I’m 29 and locked in. Diet and discipline are good and am in the best shape of my life. I’m confident I could meet the physical standards but have a 10 month old child and just purchased a house. I’ve got plenty of money banked and have been thinking about an 18xray contract for a years at this point. Is it realistically possible to maintain spousal and child relationships during the year and a half plus commitment to said training?
It’s hard. But tons of guys are married with kids when they go through the course, it’s doable.
What do you think of recon marines?
Can women also get selected? is it rare for that to happen?
what do you think about going to SFAS at 38-40yrs old?
Are ultra marathons considered tough to SF operators? You mentioned the NFL and NBA but honestly most of them wouldn’t run an ultra marathon