Watch This BEFORE Army Basic Training

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  • I hope you guys enjoyed this one. Just some tips and thoughts on going the Basic Training today, what to expect, and a few tips. This is basically a summarized video of a few topics together.
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  • @TheGordons4family
    @TheGordons4family 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1027

    Pleeeeeease don't take this the wrong way, but you can ignore most of what the good lieutenant said here. He is NOT wrong, but here is what you NEED to know before going to basic: Drink water. Do what you are told. Take care of your feet.
    Don't worry about anything else. The Drill Sergeant will make sure you know what you need to know. And be prepared to be wrong, about almost EVERYTHING.
    Think of this situation: Your water supply should ALWAYS be full. You should always be drinking water. Both are not possible at the same time. You will be punished for one of those situations. Just remember, the Drill Sergeant has two things to accomplish. First, to make sure you are trained on all of the basic elements of military. Second, to see how well you handle under pressure.
    Most of what 2LT Ward tells you about in this and many other videos is GREAT advise. But, less than 1% of you will remember beforehand. A good amount will remember after getting smoked..... repeatedly.
    The two pieces of advise I remembered that saved me, were about my feet, and the first PT test.
    I was warned the people who measure and give out the clothing do not care about you. Slide your feet ever so slightly forward when they measure, and don't let them crunch your toes. You NEED your feet to be in perfect condition and if you have too small of boots, it'll be horrendous! Second, don't attempt to max that very first PT test. Don't fail it, but don't try to be a PT stud, yet. Your Drill Sergeant will want to see an improvement over the course of basic, otherwise he/she is failing. It doesn't count toward graduation, it only tells the DS what shape you are in and how much they need to work on you physically. If you max it, they will expect it and then some. I scored a 250 on that one, and a 300 on every one after. It helped me stay under the radar. If you are NOT in great shape already, don't worry, you will be by the time you are done.

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      Mr. Gordon is absolutely right. Orders are to be carried out quickly and correctly THE FIRST TIME. If this is not achieved, there shall be incentive training, and there is no end of that. Do not be surprised if you need to shower more than once per day. Mess hall: sit, eat, leave. DO NOT TALK. Simply, you will be told what to do, how to do it, when and where to do it, and it will be done in an abrupt, aggressive, military manner. If you can handle this (emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually), and can learn from what they will teach you, without injury, then get ready to graduate.

    • @pwagner9904
      @pwagner9904 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      I could only do 20 push ups and 30 situps and run a 24 min 2 mile I ship out the 23rd theres no way im gonna make it

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      @@pwagner9904 Good afternoon. Obviously, you care about making the most of basic training. So this negativity will not help. Starting now, leave that noise behind. Improvement of your PT numbers is a gradual process, so if you stick with it, you will see good results. Take the time to get it right, and remove the unnecessary pressure from your shoulders. Want some good news? On the first day of basic training, everyone starts with a clean slate. What you have done prior to that moment means nothing to the service. The goal is to transform you into an entity that can handle, analyze, and control any situation. In other words, you will be trained on their terms. You will learn to do what they tell you, and how they tell you. You will be doing plenty of push-ups, whether you mess up or not. For the first three weeks of basic training, this will be a recurring theme. This will be Red Phase - lots of screaming drill sergeants seeking to intimidate any trainee within earshot. There will be White Phase and Blue Phase, but Red Phase is the stuff that inspires nightmares. Basically, you will have bigger problems than not getting enough exercise. Keep your head down and your feet forward.

    • @isaacjameson1090
      @isaacjameson1090 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Glad I read this. Thank you sir!

    • @OkanbiIfayore
      @OkanbiIfayore 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Matt Gordon thank you!

  • @sydneywatson1108
    @sydneywatson1108 5 ปีที่แล้ว +350

    Need to know
    the rank structure
    Soldiers creed
    General orders
    Army values
    Land navigation
    Reception takes a while
    Have a good PT score
    Pay attention to detail
    Accountability
    Be in the right place, time right uniform
    Listen to your drill sergeants
    Dont talk to the drill sargents
    Focus on the task at hand
    Its gonna suck alittle bit
    Basic training isent the real army
    I still wanna join

    • @Luke-ub9ks
      @Luke-ub9ks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for this comment!!

  • @blazeesq2000
    @blazeesq2000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +468

    My best advice was given to me by my recruiter in 2009 - "Do what your Drill Sergeant says." Just period. Full stop. End of discussion.
    From my personal experience: You will get smoked. You can be perfect and still the DS's will smoke you. Try to be perfect though. Work hard. Matt is right; there is a very high standard, especially concerning accountability and attention to detail. You really will do best if you do follow what an old SGM told me about being squared away. He said "There are four sides to a square: right place, right time, right uniform..."; people miss this part, "... right attitude."

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89  6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I love that, right attitude 👌🏻 100%

    • @TheHuskerGeno
      @TheHuskerGeno 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Be loud and do as you are told.

    • @LouLouVi_000
      @LouLouVi_000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brilliant

  • @aesthetically222
    @aesthetically222 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2195

    Who here is a teen planning to join the military after high school

    • @trigganometry8866
      @trigganometry8866 6 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      me talkin to a recruiter right after i graduate

    • @xxrated-2174
      @xxrated-2174 6 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      me ill be 18 in january

    • @giraffegerms2076
      @giraffegerms2076 6 ปีที่แล้ว +155

      Actually it's smart for you guys to talk to a recruiter while you're still in highschool. If you enlist while you're 17 and still in highschool you can enter something called the DEP Program ( Delayed Entry Program) this will give you $500 every month up until the month you leave added on to your bonus.

    • @hildaatchison7189
      @hildaatchison7189 6 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      My daughter graduated from high school last month and will be going in August 7.

    • @ultimateking1986
      @ultimateking1986 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Me bebe I think it’s gonna be fun

  • @Allisonkuffrey
    @Allisonkuffrey 6 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    Fake it till you make it bro. Nothing you do is going to be right so go head and take that smoke sesh my guy

  • @ryancarey3972
    @ryancarey3972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Alright but why am I most scared about not making my bed perfectly other than anything else

    • @ryancarey3972
      @ryancarey3972 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Airborne alright man thanks for the heads up 😂😂

    • @XpressureX
      @XpressureX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Everything is not perfect in basic training 😂 im joining when i graduate in like 3 years and im getting fit cuz if you go in there all fat or skinny shieet you aint got no muscles i recommend exercise before you join the army

    • @bradleyrobertson1583
      @bradleyrobertson1583 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Saaaaame

  • @villetastropheent1253
    @villetastropheent1253 6 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    I’m joining the Army after this year and you’ve really opened my eyes I was scared of basic training but I now feel like hey this isn’t gonna be hard I just need to focus mentally.

    • @TooMuchMiracle
      @TooMuchMiracle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Same and then I realized it’s only 2 months it’s temporary I’ll get through and I’ll never have to do it again

    • @cn5007
      @cn5007 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      he is only in the reserves

    • @zeetzeetmcskeet896
      @zeetzeetmcskeet896 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@cn5007 reserves, active duty, national guard. they all go to the same bootcamp

    • @pepper29ful
      @pepper29ful 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's all it is. 80% mental 20% physical. They are trying to weed out the weak.

    • @liveandlearn901
      @liveandlearn901 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@pepper29ful nah, i think it’s gonna be like 70 percent physichal tbh. I only say that because pushups for me is a struggle.

  • @philthethotdestroyer4194
    @philthethotdestroyer4194 6 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Reception is literal hell

  • @kyleconnelly9590
    @kyleconnelly9590 6 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    Sitting at meps right now waiting to go to the airport. Ft. Benning. Thanks for the great videos Matt.

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89  6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Good luck brother 👍🏻

    • @ethansnyder6782
      @ethansnyder6782 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kyle Connelly how was it

    • @ellamcenrue560
      @ellamcenrue560 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Did you make it through

    • @arielbrooks8501
      @arielbrooks8501 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They allow phones at your meps location?

    • @dbkid1586
      @dbkid1586 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ariel Brooks usually a 15 min wait I was just at meps but gotta go back Monday due to high protein in my fucking urine

  • @JCNix8652
    @JCNix8652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Yeah I’m going to the Army after high school, I’m trying to stay fit, eat healthy, and see what I can do when I get there. Also, good luck to everybody out there who’s also joining the Army y’all got this!!!

    • @JCNix8652
      @JCNix8652 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@calebschmutzler9010 I actually went to tech school first lol, but now I’m getting ready to ship off for Navy in a few weeks

  • @radenfoxchambers1752
    @radenfoxchambers1752 5 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Made it to the end of the video, shipping tomorrow to Fort Leonard Wood. Thanks for all the tips, your channel is very informative

    • @qazqa5
      @qazqa5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey seeing you went to Ft Leonard Wood, I was wondering if you have any tips? I ship early January. 88M.

  • @dekudude8888
    @dekudude8888 6 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    While I don't plan on joining the military anytime soon, I still enjoy these videos

    • @ClubNugget69
      @ClubNugget69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So you don't have to do basic training you saying?

    • @kaylag5043
      @kaylag5043 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @alanmakiavelion8645
    @alanmakiavelion8645 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    OMG! I'm leaving to fort Jackson this month and your videos have made my comprehension of this process a lot easier. Thank you Ward! I really appreciate this! Looking forward to grow as a person with this. 💪💪

    • @carsonduncan6594
      @carsonduncan6594 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      See you there!

    • @lunoirxx
      @lunoirxx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I leave for Fort Jackson on June 18.

    • @notabot415
      @notabot415 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Leaving June 11th for fort Jackson

    • @joshhunyady6819
      @joshhunyady6819 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck on going to fort Jackson 120th. Just learn the soldiers creed early. And have patients. You be waiting alot. And dont eat and drink while you walk with tray.

    • @PrjctWRX
      @PrjctWRX 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tyler Box see ya there!

  • @antoniomaravilla3844
    @antoniomaravilla3844 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I leave march 18th 🎉

  • @mastertomii6039
    @mastertomii6039 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m only 12 years old and I’m still getting info on Basic Trainings. I keep watching videos all the time and I can’t wait to talk to a recruiter in High School.

  • @adrenaline.addicts
    @adrenaline.addicts 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I like your advice. This video answered a few questions that I hadn't asked my recruiter yet. Im trying to join the army at 32 years old. I tried joining when I was 19 but it didn't work out at the time. This is something I have wanted to do since I was only 13. I am really keeping my fingers crossed that my recruiter this time around can help me fulfill my dream career. Anybody reading this, wish me luck if you would please.
    I can also offer one piece of advice for people considering joining the military:
    STAY THE HELL OUT OF TROUBLE!!! I don't care how young & invincible you feel or think you are. Trouble with the law is what's causing me such a headache. It was all petty stuff too, not a single felony. I screwed up my future and career before I turned 17. It's still not a for sure thing this time either but I've got faith & confidence in my recruiter.
    Just know that serving in the military is an honor & a privilege, not a right.

  • @Wileye86
    @Wileye86 6 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Awesome video man, one of my new favorites! Good luck to all who are heading to basic now or soon.

  • @xlanfear
    @xlanfear 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for all your videos Matt it really prepared me for my experience! Today I graduate from my 19D OSUT! Your videos really helped prepare mentally and physically for basic and AiT! I’m proud to finally be apart of our nations army and the brotherhood of the army!

  • @tomswoverland
    @tomswoverland 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best advice I got when I joined in 1972 was treat it like a big game and come out the winner. Worked for me.

  • @eagleeye4169
    @eagleeye4169 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Shipping out June 26th, Fort Leonard Wood, 12B. I’ve spent hours watching your videos because they have been helping me out a lot!

    • @Masval.
      @Masval. 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Eagle Eye Shipping out the same day

    • @antonicefelix9888
      @antonicefelix9888 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Shipping sams day same base

    • @richardadams9275
      @richardadams9275 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eagle Eye I leave the 25th for Fort Leonard Wood

    • @eagleeye4169
      @eagleeye4169 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Richard Adams.. I leave the 25th to go to the hotel for MEPS but don’t actually get shipped out to boot camp until the 26th

    • @richardadams9275
      @richardadams9275 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eagle Eye oh ok I leave for the hotel on Sunday and I go ship Monday

  • @StayElusiv3
    @StayElusiv3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Watching from Fort Benning haha COVID has messed up a lot here but happy to say I graduated!!! Watched this before I left and I’m watching it again haha and this is so true! Love it bro keep it up!

  • @Michael-jw1lw
    @Michael-jw1lw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Approaching my 1st year in and I miss all the craziness that was Basic Training back at Fort Sill.

  • @garyjsimm
    @garyjsimm 6 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I loved the land nav vid

  • @GEL0_12
    @GEL0_12 6 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Leaving to the hotel today

  • @Pscrbaggam
    @Pscrbaggam 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thumbnail is my cycle, that’s 4th platoon 24-7 foxtrot. Love your videos, they really prepared me for when I went through 💯

  • @caseyrobinson1345
    @caseyrobinson1345 6 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    you just gotta embrace the suck

  • @andrewborengasser7051
    @andrewborengasser7051 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm gonna rewatch this over and over so by the time I join I have these things memorized. Thanks, Matt!

  • @generousmitch1674
    @generousmitch1674 6 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Leaving in 25 min to the hotel lol. You can definately say im nervous.

    • @nickyb6657
      @nickyb6657 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      GenerousMitch how was it I’m thinking about going

    • @mktriton333
      @mktriton333 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How did it go?

    • @mktriton333
      @mktriton333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      it went well, just graduated lmao

  • @deathssoldier1
    @deathssoldier1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m planning on enlisting in November, and these videos have helped me make the decision. Thank you for making these videos so people like myself can have an overview of what we will go through.

    • @Gametold5
      @Gametold5 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How are you doing now?

  • @BlackedOutGT500
    @BlackedOutGT500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'm watching while on the bus to basic💀🤣

    • @Mr.P90
      @Mr.P90 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Howd you do?😂

    • @BlackedOutGT500
      @BlackedOutGT500 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mr.P90 good. Too easy😂

    • @juliorudolph265
      @juliorudolph265 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BlackedOutGT500 what was the hardest part of basic for you? I'm considering heading to basic in a year once I'm done with school and am curious.

    • @BlackedOutGT500
      @BlackedOutGT500 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@juliorudolph265 after I graduated, it started to get a little more soft so you don't need to worry about shark attacks or anything like that. Probably the hardest thing mentally was the major difference of the lifestyle you to have to get use to. Physically was the ruck marches because I'm a smaller guy. They don't start you off doing really long marches tho, they progressively get you doing longer ones. I would highly recommend walking long distances and then start to put weight on your back.

  • @warchicken7107
    @warchicken7107 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m leaving to basic tomorrow I’m just at the hotel binge watching videos like this

  • @jaredbailey835
    @jaredbailey835 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Made it to the end! I've watched almost all of your videos now in the past week and am planning on enlisting this year after i graduate college in may!

  • @nashpadilla2795
    @nashpadilla2795 6 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Hey! My boyfriend is at basic training...I'm pretty sure it's his last week of red phase and I was wondering if you can do a video on graduation information..who can attend, how to get there, so we have to stay in a hotel, what can we bring and what we can't bring to graduation, what to wear, etc..it would be very helpful!

    • @nashpadilla2795
      @nashpadilla2795 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do we*

    • @mattc3650
      @mattc3650 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Your experience may vary, I was at Benning. Anyone can go to graduation, seating is first come first serve. To get on post you may need the letter he sent you about graduation (if he sent you one) you have to stay in a hotel. He can come with you after graduation and will have to be back to his barracks at night. You can wear anything, but keep it tasteful. You can bring cameras, phones, etc to graduation.

    • @nashpadilla2795
      @nashpadilla2795 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Matt C Wow ok awesome thanks!

    • @riot651
      @riot651 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      My husband was at benning. Anyone can go, we flew since I lived in Cali. Rent a car or use uber. Yes you stay in a hotel. Wear something classy. Dont be that girlfriend/wife that is dressed like a hooker 😂😂.

    • @nashpadilla2795
      @nashpadilla2795 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kristen Fuentes lol true!!! Thank you so much! I'm new to all of this..so I am going crazy trying to figure out how much I need to save for his graduation, how many nights I need to stay, is he able to come into the hotel with me etc..lol thank you!

  • @blerpderp1494
    @blerpderp1494 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These videos are definitely lifting some of my worries about going to basic

  • @tessazimmerman6212
    @tessazimmerman6212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm leaving for basic June 1st and I'm quickly finding myself watching videos like these! Thank you!

    • @autumnjhs
      @autumnjhs 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same!!

    • @yanybanany
      @yanybanany 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      omg ive been so scared and i leave june 15 😭

    • @tessazimmerman6212
      @tessazimmerman6212 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yanybanany good luck!!

    • @autumnjhs
      @autumnjhs 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yanybanany dw sis, you've got this 🥳

  • @seamuschrisman6967
    @seamuschrisman6967 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really appreciate these videos man! I leave for Ft. Leonard Wood in 4 days and feel so much better about what I’m going to be going through and what to be prepared for. Keep making these great videos!!

    • @ryanwolinsky8557
      @ryanwolinsky8557 ปีที่แล้ว

      AKA Fort Lost-In-The-Woods...good luck

  • @ricardogonzalez3966
    @ricardogonzalez3966 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for explaining it greatly. I myself am joining the army and I leave June 17 to Fort Jackson. I am trying to get as much information as possible. It would be great if you can keep doing videos like this so I can better prepare myself. Thank you for your service.

  • @lorynmerrill2973
    @lorynmerrill2973 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I ship out tonight and I couldn't be more nervous

  • @SilenseMusic
    @SilenseMusic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Video was really helpful. I’m 20 years old going into the Army in a few weeks. So, thank you.

    • @Gametold5
      @Gametold5 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How is it?

    • @SilenseMusic
      @SilenseMusic 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Gametold5 I guess it really depends on what you wanna do in the Army. Not the worst thing in the entire world. It also depends on how close you are to home. If you’re a family person, it’s gonna suck. But totally worth it in the end. At least for me it was. I’m engaged now and 21 years old. And I’m enjoying my life in the Army, currently in South Korea. Worst place I could’ve started but, it is what it is. Only a year here. And then I go home. But yeah, definitely not bad.

    • @Gametold5
      @Gametold5 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SilenseMusic I appreciate your response, i'm thinking about going I just turned 20 in August, and I want my career to be in law enforcement and doing some military will really help me overall, I just have a girlfriend and it's going to be really tough.... but as a wise man once said there is no progress without struggle.

    • @SilenseMusic
      @SilenseMusic 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Gametold5 You found the right person. I’m a cop in the military. 💀

    • @Gametold5
      @Gametold5 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SilenseMusic I'm thinking of doing 2 years as it's the minimum required to become a state police officer, how is your experience?

  • @jullyancrosswhite5809
    @jullyancrosswhite5809 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks matt for the great video. I really enjoy watching your videos. They help motivate me and keep me going. Last week I joined the future soldier program and am loving it.

  • @xxforeveryoung11xx
    @xxforeveryoung11xx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’ve been watching you since I enlisted in the army back in September under the DEP and now I leave this week for Benning

  • @NgJackal1990
    @NgJackal1990 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    300 pt score and 40/40 range? Jeez we’re not super human haha

  • @bralynnneddo343
    @bralynnneddo343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for doing all of these videos. I’m considering joining the Army National Guard but do not know much about it and was scared about BCT but you’ve really opened my eyes

  • @RodesLaw
    @RodesLaw 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're the best man. Thanks for taking the time to make all these detailed videos for us noobs. I am going to a recruiter today. I am planning to ship on the next cycle, not this one. That way I'll have time to get my push ups above 50, sit-ups above 60, and the run under 13 mins. I will also have plenty of time to memorize all the stuff you said and study for the ASVAB as well. Cheers !

  • @wherecar54
    @wherecar54 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think most of your Vid is good, but one thing that is extremely important is doing well with the rifle, marksmanship is absolutely in my opinion the most important skill, I know not everyone can qualify for an expert badge but it is essential to do the best as you can. Maybe many things have changed when I went through it many years ago, my senior Drill Sargeant did three tours in Nam, and that was the most important thing to him.

  • @jonathansherwood872
    @jonathansherwood872 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I ship out the 6th of march (3 days)
    Edit: I'm heading to Fort Jackson

  • @allyschneider
    @allyschneider 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    MADE IT TO THE END AND IT WAS SO HELPFUL FOR WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE ARMY.❤️❤️

  • @nateking2024
    @nateking2024 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have given me many useful tips and have given me more confidence in my success for my future military career. You are a great person, thank you man👍

  • @dylancleveland
    @dylancleveland 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Leaving for the Marine Corps basic training at Parris Island in a few months but I've still watched every video you've put out because your tips seem mostly universal besides things like "dont call your DSs(DIs) 'sir'". poolees/recruit/trainees call all Marines sir/ma'am until they get the title then it's by rank. almost wish I was joining the army though just so i could get the most out of your videos because they're so good. plus basic training is 14 weeks for Marines (plus a month of combat training for POGs, straight to school for infantry) after that, where as my understanding for the Army is 8 weeks then straight to job school/infantry school.

  • @donovanhinde3706
    @donovanhinde3706 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so beneficial even a year later from the upload date!!! I’m about to leave for Benning

  • @tswaggalapanteranegra8581
    @tswaggalapanteranegra8581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Made it to the end. Leaving for Ft. Jackson on April 1st. Thank you for ALL your videos.

    • @tsaa5902
      @tsaa5902 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      B co 3-39 it's easy just keep your head down and do what your told.

  • @Daytonian17
    @Daytonian17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve watched every one of You’re videos sir… and I really just appreciate all your insight before I make my enlistment …
    I saw you haven’t uploaded anymore recently , I hope you are doing well , thank you for your service

  • @taylorkeown8211
    @taylorkeown8211 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video - thanks so much for your insights, Matt! Waiting to receive my BCT assignment, should find out next week

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you get your assignment? Where are you going?

  • @allisonmattson9522
    @allisonmattson9522 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    When you were talking about physical requirements for males, you said that our run time should be at least 16 minutes...is that for the one mile or something else? I am a female but I would like to know the male PT requirements so that I can work to achieve those scores instead. I know that there are requirements for females to meet but that seems a little too compromised for me. Thank you so much for this video..super helpful.

    • @dalegreensteen9050
      @dalegreensteen9050 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2 miles bud

    • @williamspencer2769
      @williamspencer2769 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      16 minutes for a mile lol

    • @pepper29ful
      @pepper29ful 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In a PT test, everybody runs 2 miles. Now there are different requirements for men and women on pushups and situps. Men are obviously stronger so their runinng time is shorter. Women for 2 miles is up to 20 minutes, Men 2 mile 16-20 minutes.

    • @miaplayz1472
      @miaplayz1472 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      i’m thinking of joining as well in two years

  • @tylerdavis9301
    @tylerdavis9301 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The last little bit was very motivational. Been thinking about joining the air force but been really worried about basic and if the military is something I want to do. Thanks

  • @frankfeliciano5171
    @frankfeliciano5171 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all the advice. Your videos have gotten me motivated and helped me become more knowledgable before I leave tomorrow. I appreciate it

  • @karleejackson9007
    @karleejackson9007 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    umm then who do i ask to go to the bathroom 😂 and will they get mad if i ask

    • @thatwarlockbro
      @thatwarlockbro 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Just tell your PL or aPL or even your SL you're going and dont leave without a bb.

  • @johnrodriguez6342
    @johnrodriguez6342 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    made it to end good video matt👍🏻

    • @MattWard89
      @MattWard89  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome thanks!

  • @Psycoholic2008
    @Psycoholic2008 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Made it to the end, overall knowledge you have told us in past videos, but it is always nice to have it bunched together in one video. Great work!

  • @yesssmn
    @yesssmn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Seriously,all your videos are very helpful,especially to us that are soon to go to BCT. Thanks for your service,and keep the good content going!☺

  • @celestialtony5623
    @celestialtony5623 6 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Why am i watching this. I already Did Basic

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nostalgia.

    • @jackhaugh
      @jackhaugh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I did basic 27 years ago and I’m watching this guy that’s a reservist that’s never deployed make video after video about basic training out of morbid fascination.

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jackhaugh Howdy! I did basic at Ft. Sill (insert dramatic pause) 35 years ago. My biggest handicap was that NOBODY helped me prepare for it. A shared experience builds strength, empathy, and comradeship. Here we are talking to each other about things most people will never understand. I admit that feeling sentimental about getting dropped, yelled at, and sharing lodging with 50 other people sounds a little strange, but there it is. If my experience can help better prepare someone looking at possibly enlisting, then I have done a good thing. Seriously, if you walk into a room filled with folks who went through basic, you will be talking all day and night. Lt. Ward has given solid information, and has been totally honest. This is a good room. Enjoy!

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Because shared trauma is fascinating.

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @c/Pfc Harbaugh First of all, FINISH SCHOOL!! An education gives you options, in and out of the military. Besides, not finishing what you start is bad mojo. Next, time is the best teacher. Do not be in a hurry, although your enthusiasm does you credit. Use the time wisely and prep towards your goals. Be ready.

  • @gildumaguit127
    @gildumaguit127 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ill be shipping out this June 17 🤙🏻✊🏻😁

    • @necroseer1632
      @necroseer1632 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you doing the split option program?

    • @shadow13kill
      @shadow13kill 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      NecroSeer split op, may 28th fort benning.

    • @rekinajohnson288
      @rekinajohnson288 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      best of luck to you

  • @ShinGohji129
    @ShinGohji129 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So right now they’re trying to get me shipped out after my physical this Friday. Let’s hope it goes well. Wish me luck!

  • @ashlazdanovich8396
    @ashlazdanovich8396 ปีที่แล้ว

    Made it too the end.
    Will be going to basic in maybe a week or 2.
    Got to retake the asbap..
    But I am trying to do everything I can to both physically and mentally prepare as best I can.

  • @Imurdaglo
    @Imurdaglo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Leaving in April 🇺🇸

  • @johnbaloona9185
    @johnbaloona9185 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I leave to Fort Sill in 2 weeks ! Going as a 15P

    • @jonathankim7608
      @jonathankim7608 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      How was fort sill? I leave to ft sill in a month

  • @carachristian558
    @carachristian558 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a blessing to watch, I am considering being a army Chaplain, look forward to the adventure.

  • @wendigo8204
    @wendigo8204 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always do this weird thing where I binge watch millitary videos and get so hyped and start working out but it's 2 years till I'm even old enough then I usually just loose interest for a few months

  • @truanarchy6315
    @truanarchy6315 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Who else squading up at fort Jackson june 10-12?

    • @Tina-yh1pu
      @Tina-yh1pu 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My son on the 27th

  • @philthethotdestroyer4194
    @philthethotdestroyer4194 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Im already in the army, i just watch your videos lol

  • @angelmarin3404
    @angelmarin3404 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Matt thanks for all ur advice and ur videos because they always motivate me to do better and helps me understand if the military is for me now I feel like it is and am ready and am working on my self thanks to u and again thank u

  • @quintonrichards4805
    @quintonrichards4805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, thank you so much for your videos. These are so helpful.

  • @mikeymorrison272
    @mikeymorrison272 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Leave on July 9th. Your channel has definitely helped me. Also I have a run plan I am going to do for the next month. I want to know your thoughts on it. I currently run a 15:20 2 mile run. I want to get it down to 14 30. I want to know your thoughts on it.
    Monday- I jog for 5 minutes. I sprint for 100 meters 10 times
    Tuesday- 5 mile run (no stopping)
    Wednesday- interval training. Moderate pace for 2 laps. Then sprint a lap.
    Thursday- 5 miles (without stopping)
    Friday- same as Wednesday

    • @TheSubieFan
      @TheSubieFan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Soldier Guy007 you should decrease you running work load. I'm not sure exactly how many miles that is but over 8 is a lot. Instead do some strength training squats dead lifts etc.

    • @pratz3332
      @pratz3332 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Soldier Guy007 my fastest 3 mile is 16:26

  • @ElChivoJ
    @ElChivoJ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Damn i leave to basic on the 3rd of September🤘🏼

    • @xXGUNNER3LITEXx
      @xXGUNNER3LITEXx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      John Torres aye bro same!! Fort Lenord Wood?

  • @shawnhollandsworth3734
    @shawnhollandsworth3734 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I leave Monday and you're videos have helped me and my wife with a ton of info thank you Matt

  • @samuellewis7533
    @samuellewis7533 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Going into boot camp at the end of the month 13 Fox trot fire support thanks for your videos always love getting an edge

  • @joshuasexton4170
    @joshuasexton4170 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Headed to bct tomorrow. Great vid

  • @roberrallenfran
    @roberrallenfran 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This one thing popped in my head from when I went to basic training. I got transferred to a different platoon. One day later I was called the DI's office. I was ok what did I do wrong. When I went the DI said relax he had some questions so he can understand where I'm from. Because I'm from pennsylvania he asked where at I told him. He said after that he was from the same state. This hole company about 30% are from pennsylvania.

  • @jairusmillner1134
    @jairusmillner1134 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yo Matt, I’m literally leaving to Ft Benning in 1 week and 2 days and this helped me so much. Thank you!!!

  • @jr9465
    @jr9465 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    im going to basic training on the 28th of decemeber im really glad you told me what i need to no. im getting hang of the soldiers creed, and the general orders, and getting the ranks in the bag. just gotta keep reapeating it over and over again. thanks for the tips man. defiantly will help me in basic training.

  • @_StaticMero
    @_StaticMero 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    June 19th Fort Jackson WYA!!!!!!!!!

  • @jongeorge3358
    @jongeorge3358 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    July 24th, Ft Benning for Osut then Airborne, Hooah

    • @derekholt4543
      @derekholt4543 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jon George July 17th ill see u there

    • @jongeorge3358
      @jongeorge3358 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      well possibly even be in the same company.

    • @piercegreer230
      @piercegreer230 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      July 31st and probably gonna end up in same airborne school.. I have that and rasp in my contract

    • @realthenameisscience
      @realthenameisscience 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pierce Greer I leave July 31st also for OSUT and later on AB school

    • @BrunnertheBountyHunter
      @BrunnertheBountyHunter 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too man, Im going RASP as well

  • @cassidyferguson3712
    @cassidyferguson3712 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been doing some serious research into joining the army. Nice to see a video from a fellow 49er.

  • @markbreeds764
    @markbreeds764 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I leave in week and have been watching you videos ever since I enlisted , thank you such for what you put on TH-cam

  • @jamarilawrence4156
    @jamarilawrence4156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am a teen who is joining after school

  • @RunMan254
    @RunMan254 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Last name starts with W that’s why yours took 8 days

  • @justinzimmerman8816
    @justinzimmerman8816 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your videos, I’m shopping out January 7th. Super excited and thankful for all your videos helping me prep for basic.

  • @robcarrier13
    @robcarrier13 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video, man. Really glad I have resources like your channel to better prepare myself for what’s to come. Wish you the best and I can’t thank you enough for videos like this.

  • @alexgomez9340
    @alexgomez9340 6 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    July 7th fort leanorwood

    • @RafaelPerez-ci7jc
      @RafaelPerez-ci7jc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alex Gomez July 10th Fort Leonard Wood 31 Bravo

    • @nachobusiness1425
      @nachobusiness1425 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alex Gomez im leaving june 10 for lwood to bro

    • @alexgomez9340
      @alexgomez9340 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Rafael Perez me too man

    • @alexgomez9340
      @alexgomez9340 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nacho Business good luck bro

    • @RafaelPerez-ci7jc
      @RafaelPerez-ci7jc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nacho Business June or July?

  • @christiank7837
    @christiank7837 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Leaving June 18th to Ft. Jackson!! Little nervous 😬

    • @mattc3650
      @mattc3650 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Christian Kinzel relaxin Jackson, you’ll be fine!

    • @christiank7837
      @christiank7837 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Matt C I hope.

    • @jefferydeneu414
      @jefferydeneu414 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Christian Kinzel see you there man

  • @zacharynorwood4082
    @zacharynorwood4082 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember standing in that parade field in the thumbnail... it’s behind the mini px where we got haircuts and personal hygiene products

  • @martinvega1580
    @martinvega1580 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shipping out August 25 lol thanks for these videos!🙏

    • @edwardgoin6318
      @edwardgoin6318 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too, 42A fort sill, wbu?

    • @martinvega1580
      @martinvega1580 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kimberly Tellez Im going to Fort Benning as 11B brother wby?

    • @martinvega1580
      @martinvega1580 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Edward Goin 11B, Fort Benning lol

  • @compulsoryevacuationdevice
    @compulsoryevacuationdevice 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Important question: what medical records do you go over at reception?

    • @itsshawn1265
      @itsshawn1265 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You probably already know this but basically the stuff your recruiter goes over with you

  • @Glixzy
    @Glixzy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    i leave july 3rd to fort jackson south carolina

    • @Glixzy
      @Glixzy 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Marquis4290 hopefully we will see each other

    • @sourdiesel6923
      @sourdiesel6923 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I leave tooo !!!

    • @kamahoward1972
      @kamahoward1972 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      i leave the 2nd for ft jackson!

    • @sourdiesel6923
      @sourdiesel6923 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kama Howard how ?

    • @kamahoward1972
      @kamahoward1972 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      how what?

  • @everythingoutdoors3707
    @everythingoutdoors3707 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I made it to the end and I want to thank you for the advice I am going into basic in one year and I am trying to prepare myself way away ahead of time.

  • @alexladra556
    @alexladra556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for posting this. I'm planning on going Army reserves but I am still trying to get as much information as possible.

  • @ianlendrum8901
    @ianlendrum8901 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At age 32, I am concerned about the PT.

    • @ianlendrum8901
      @ianlendrum8901 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thinking Army Reserves because I’m getting married, and have a college degree and hoping for a family soon.

    • @marcofranco57
      @marcofranco57 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same boat as you, I'm going in 88m in the guard..

    • @ianlendrum8901
      @ianlendrum8901 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      marcofranco57 . I have to take a pulmonary test for my breathing and see if the asthma I had is an issue. If I had more time to work out with an Internship, then likely no issue. Getting married in three weeks.
      And for having had a body removal job, I don’t think it’s an exertion issue or mental thing lol

    • @zuwaroby3274
      @zuwaroby3274 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I went to basic when I was 31 as an 11bravo. I'm now 33 and still loving it.

    • @marcofranco57
      @marcofranco57 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ianlendrum8901 good luck to you

  • @paula27min
    @paula27min 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Shipping out september 17th to Fort LW, a little nervous 😱

    • @mcoleman6893
      @mcoleman6893 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Let us know how you are doing.

    • @flipmass3165
      @flipmass3165 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lost in the woods

    • @toto2112ful
      @toto2112ful 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ayeee im shipping out july 15th!

    • @Officialalmate
      @Officialalmate 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm shipping there January 7th. Hope you're achieving excellence in basic!

    • @DapperSapper515
      @DapperSapper515 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Officialalmate shipping January 2nd

  • @austingrace6972
    @austingrace6972 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you I'm on the plane now headed to Benning. 1:37

  • @michaelgibson2347
    @michaelgibson2347 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks matt for all the info I leave tomorrow for Fort Jackson. These videos have better prepared me for basic and what to expect.