''I'm not going to scream, I'm not going to shout. You know the right thing to do, just do it.'' Excellent leadership there, no standard Army leadership of ''do what we say''. Fair play.
What the MOD and senior officers don’t realise is that Fabziy and other squaddie you tubers do more for recruiting than multi million pound advertising campaigns. Great stuff F
100%. If anyone I meet talks about thinking of joining, I point them to Fabziy and Dan Tomo. Those two lads put out real content with genuine insight and understanding. Both have made "army Fit" videos, and Dan has covered some really nuanced stuff like footwear and how to get started training. The MOD have no idea how much talent and passion they have in thier ranks.
White. heterosexual working class MEN, usually in manual jobs, have been the backbone of the Army for centuries. The pony-tailed, gender-fluid snowflakes in Ad agencies depise them, and are also too "captured" by the PC agenda, much as the MOD and career-concious senior officers cravenly toeing the same snowflake line. Yes, there are useful ethnic minority and female soldiers, I mean no disrespect to those who are worth their rations,, but far too many ( particularly women employed in roles that they are not physically up to) are weak links in the chain.
"it's only pain ...... dig deep. It's mind over matter. We don't mind 'cause you don't matter." Heard so many times from PTI staff during speed marches. Unless you have been there and experienced a speed march, whether a 4 miler, 6 miler, or a 9 mile speed march, carrying the 22 pounds of belt kit and rifle, you have no idea just how hard it is. Well done lads.
im a fencing contractor in the lake District and used to be very fit, we were carrying fence post out up above Patterdale on the fells about 20 years ago, hot, Humid, summers day and we were knackered, anyway up the path come half a dozen guys with a sargent, he asked if we needed a hand and hell, i wasnt going to refuse, im sure i died twice in the next hr trying to keep up with them
@@danielkullick872 Regular people are not trained to that level of conditioning. We admire and respect the work it takes to be in that condition, to sacrifice comfort for the sake of the nation, and most of all what it means... speed marching into battle, a chance to put your life on the line in a firefight. You're not a hero for doing a speed march. You're a hero for WHY you do the speed march! Cheers.
My dad said that when they did this sort of stuff during the war there was often a pipe band playing back at base and they could hear it as they approached. He believed it was the most motivational sound in the world and that it could inspire a dead man to make that last half mile.
On the commando 9 miler there’s a drummer leading you back onto camp and down to the bottom field ranges for your firing test, it makes the hair stand up on the back of your neck
Of course I agree - there is nothing so emotional and inspiring , than the sound of the pipes: that's why I had to follow my heart and find a piping teacher when I was young; and now, at now in my 70's, I continue to teach the pipes to pass on the tradition.
Long story short,dawn as we where about to go into Kuwait a piper somewhere started to play,made you feel every hair stand on end,made you proud and made me cry like a baby and still does at the memory of it and the mates that went home in lead coffins.thank you American president's you done nothing to improve anything,just made widow's and profit.
I'm 65 tomorrow, ex Light Infantry, and I walk (march ?) to work in London every day. Takes 35 minutes to do 2.8 miles, with no running (albeit without the CFO and gat). Keep it up after retirement and the marching/running really does keep you going.
I'm late fifties with knees well worn from seven years infantry service in my twenties (the load on the belt webbing was 35lbs. in my days.) My doctor - "sports medicine" specialist- tells me if he hears of me running I should look for another doctor, but encourages me to walk or ride a bike as far, as fast, and as often as I like, as long as I don't carry excess weight (body weight or cargo.) I do seem to be fitter than average for my age. I think those of us who spent our youth in active work like soldiering are generally better off than most who do sedentary work even if they take regular exercise in their leisure time. Except our knees are worn out.
Reminds me of an interview I saw from shortly before the Falklands War after the atlantic conveyor was hit and the task force lost a lot of its helicopters; some naysayer was suggesting that this rendered the invasion unviable because the troops would have to march with all their kit all the way across the Island to port stanley, fighting battles along the way, in very inhospitable terrain. Another guest pointed out that fortunately for the British forces, practicing marching a very long way for days at a time carrying all their kit through very inhospitable terrain was precisely what the Royal Marines and Parachute regiment were trained to do.
We hosted a jump school exchange while I was stationed in Vicenza Italy for a company of the Paras that went to the Falklands. The told us how much of a CF it was. Lots of walking. Good times.
Enjoy your time at the tip of the spear. You’re at your peak but it won’t last. Someone is always waiting to take your place. Savor the moment as you serve your country. Take pride in who and what you are. - A former U.S. Army Ranger.
@@zacharyfindlay-maddox171 I worked a lot with Marines. Everybody got along. The Marines regarded us as the Army’s Marines. In a way it is all the same. We both engage those forces hostile to the best interest of the USA. We do it proudly and with vigor. I wouldn’t change a thing.
@@boomer6611 - We know what this is about. We will not quit until we die. We will give it all we have. And we actually have far more to give than we ever imagined. Now we know what is possible, and that is far beyond what we once thought.
Rascal, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for writing a blank check on our behalves, and for the many sacrifices you made along the way. God bless you and your brethern. I grew up on Ft. Benning, watching those jump towers and hearing stories of the Okefenokee Swamp, but I did not serve.
My Dad was a Marine. He could walk for Miles, literally. He'd think nothing of walking from Budleigh to Exeter, about 11 miles roughly. Brilliant post.
I was on the original presentation of the Green Beret in the Citadel in May 1962(?). It's great to see the regiment is still going so strong. My old Bty (145 Maiwand Cdo Lt Bty) is no longer part of the regiment but my loyalty and allegiance to the regiment is still 100%.
Great Video. Thank You , to all the members of the British Armed Forces. I am thankful for all the Great ,difficult , work you do. British Commandos are legendary. None better.
I use this technique when I’m late and trying to get to the tube (subway), while carrying heavy tool bags for work. Some lessons aren’t just for military they are for every aspect of life.
Fantastic Video Fabziy! Those lads all worked hard and it was inspiring to see them giving it everything. Inspiring too, seeing yourself and the other staff willing them on, giving them the self belief to push through and complete the run. This is a truly awesome series of videos, I'm absolutely mesmerised by the variety and the intimacy of the footage. It's almost like being in camp with the lads (not that I'd make it lol). Thanks for the incredible content, stay safe and have a great week!
I was in French Legion we have this, a 10km (6.2miles) run with a 10kg (22lb) bag. I was doing it in about 50min. Running is the first thing you have to be good in FFL
They are not this will become apparent soon when they are kicking in your door and dragging your family onto vehicles to be detained for not taking part in the ongoing clinical vaccine trial
This is not easy but it's a lot easier when you keep in step. In 1969, I was in the REME Workshop in Plymouth and the whole unit de-camped to the Oakhampton Training Camp for a week and did various things whilst there including the 4 mile march although it wasn't at speed but it did count towards our Battle Efficiency Training (I think it was called that). I also did a helicopter handling and drop-zone marking course there during another specific week's training. Great times.
Remember doing thsi type of marching on annual fitness test . 10 miles in 2 hours and 10 mins or less. back in 65. Still used WW2 37 pattern webbing in those days, most uncomfortable crap I ever wore. Still managed it in well under the two hours though.
Because he paid attention during training . In Army Rangers , if an NCO see's a rifle muzzle on the ground or too close to the ground , the owner will regret it .
I was never military and now am 54. A year ago I started running 5 k and will use the inspiration of these fellas as a bit of extra incentive to crack on and dig deep.
Former USMC. For some reason, I found the 15 mile hike more challenging than the 20 mile hike. I suppose it was because I was carrying the M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon (I love that thing). But, after the hike, I yacked all the pizza dinner reward afterward. The 20 miler was rough--had blood dripping out of my jungle boots--but, at least it was only my feet that hurt. Curious as to what motivates you towards the end of the "hump." I kept focusing on food, that is, if I could keep it down. Pepperoni cheese pizza, double hamburger with thick steak fries, steak sauce instead of ketchup...fantasizing about food usually kept me in the game. Don't get me wrong, this video looks tough on the lads. That was a quick pace! I'm sure they'll have harder challenges in the future. We had to wear a full kit to include brain buckets (helmets) and carry the unexpended ammo (blanks) that we didn't fire off during training. I hope that Fabziy can visit us Yanks in The Basic School in Quantico, VA (Crossroads of the US Marine Corps). You should stay for the full harassment package. That's 6 whole months of thick Northern Virginia vegetation to include icy winter winter flavors and moist blood sucking mosquito & tick infested summer months! America has somewhat modeled its US Marine Corps after the Royal Marines; so, you should check up on your illegitimate bastards across the pond. And, you can check out the US Marine Corps Museum while you're here. Come on over, it'll be fun! We've got special insect repellant to keep the bugs off, so don't be scared. ;-)
Former British squadie. Here a real. One lol yeah will send over some girl Scouts. First to test the. Course Before us lads come if they do it then will will hop on a plane come over show u. Wank. Pits key board Warriors. How to do it. lol 😂😁🇬🇧🇬🇧. British banter can't beat it
Interesting to see them doing this without plates, helmet, eye wear, or gloves. They're also in a very tight formation and I'm used to seeing soldiers more spread out during fitness training. Many countries are following a "train as you fight" philosophy that would produce a different paced march. Brits are in very good shape, happy to see them out. Thanks for posting!
We do e a double time forced March 60pounds up a Mountain 13 miles about 100 of us we all made it but I had to be helped last 2 miles cause I didn't have anything on my feet just raw meat and blood went to Hawaii ran up their little mountain yhe marines said was tough only 3 miles got back down not even out of breathe and I said I ready to go again the marines said what I said that wasn't shit compared to what I been doing lol.
Good vid. The answer is 40 mins at the slowest. Commando standard is 10mins per mile in CEFO + weapon over any terrain, used for the 6 & 9 miler, simples!
Notice how they've all shortened the webbing yolk straps so the pouches are half way up their back to stop them rubbing on their arse/hips. Completely impractical but makes tabbing more comfy.
JUNE 88 intake, when 3 mile Combat Fitness Tests were done in Combat Highs, 58 pattern webbing with an SLR. 33 minutes in full fighting order, no water stops. I was just pushing 17, loved 'em!
Brings back so many memories, remember doing a March and Shoot while stationed at Elizabeth Barracks, which was a great achievement for me as I hate running especially in (1986=87) full combat kit. Can't remember if it was an 8 or 10-mile speed march, then tactically move over the assault course at Pirbright then short run to Bisley ranges, and then firing on the ranges at different distances. This was for a competition like the Commandants March and Shoot. To my surprise the four-man team that I was in (1SG RF) won the competition because I was convinced with me in the team we would surely not win as I did really hate running and was always one of those squaddies at the back on every run. Heartbreak hill and the sandhill knew them well in the 80s.
David I was in the Royal Engineers at Osnabruck 1962-1966, and we did 10 mile speed march in 2 hours followed by what you did after the 10 mile, not easy but makes you feel good after it. I am 80 years old now and it didn`t do me any harm.
@@williamgardner2739 Thank you, As I get older realize now the years spent in the Army were my best, Has always given me an excellent work ethic, and all employers very lasting impression of me. Would I join today as a young man, most probably not with all the new technology going into modern weapons I think life expectancy would not be long for a humble infantryman these days? Thank you again and all the best.
My late Father was one of the first volunteers into the Commandos in Scotland He was just 17 lied about his age to join up. Proud isn't a big enough word.
im loving these sort of vids man ive jsut noticed that how out of date most of it is online but this is now kits up to date lads looking good nice work !!!!
Dartmoor, grew up there and miss it loads. Used to spend my holidays running around their with my bergen, but used to do 20 miles not 4 for the fun of it. Great place!!
I belive. There sent to America for the shoe shine boys. Boot camp to polish gleaming shiny new then shipped back. Honest so I was told I'm a ex British squadie. I did my. Polishing. Cheers 😋😂😂
i used to be in the uniform body, and the worse thing about this march and running while wearing combat boots is always the ankle, no matter how many years you train..
boots are very different from when i was in, back in the 80s..those things look soft and cushy and dont they do forced marches with bergens anymore?? its been a while so im a bit out of touch. Also is that the SA80? bit lighter than the SLR we used to lug around ?
It's one training exercise out of many. L1A1 SLR weighed 4.9 kg loaded, the SA80 L85A2 weighs 6.5 kg loaded ( and thats with just the optical sight, add on all the other battle rattle you have to carry these days and it's a fair bit more). And don't forget the other weight you would not have experienced from all the extra issued kit there is now - body armour alone is another 7.5 kg. Lowa combat boots are 2 kg a pair.
@@claverhouse1 sa80 weighs 8.4lbs my slr weighed 9.5..dont get me wrong..i have issues with the sa80..not our great service men and women though it may sound like it to you..i just see things in our military now as gentler and easier compare to a few decades ago..not the lads and lasses fault..more societies and the ones giving the orders
Hey am from Africa Kenya I applied British army through online and it came through but I failed the last step, I had to have a sponsor who will host me during that recruitment period am 23yrs am still looking the way to join British army,Tell a friend to tell a friend I just need accomodation only 🙏😭
Well done guys. When I lived in Africa, after uni, you have to do one year national service, and we did what was called 'death march'. This happened after 2-4 weeks of camp drills, and then you have to do the death march which was 10 kilometres on foot that is 6.2 miles. I told myself I was going to do it. And I and alot of other national youth corpers did it. A lot of people had to be taken by the ambulance but I was glad I did it. I'd like to do something like this again now that I'm older and out of shape. Looking at these guys, I just realized what I used to take for granted back in the day in Africa: walked over 3 miles and back to my primary school Community school 1 everyday I went to school. Secondary school was at least 2 miles each way, Emmanuel college, uni I walked over 6 miles each way to go to uni and back 5 days a week for 4 years. At that time I thought this was punishment, but now I wish I could do some of that. Such irony of life. Now that I'd like to do stuff like that I can't but when I did it everyday, I felt it was a punishing routine. Lesson: when you have the opportunity to do certain challenging things in life especially when you are younger, fit and have very little to lose, you better get it going or one day you will look back and wish you had. Go on lads!
Our soldiers are one of the best in the world, as a nation Britain goes above and beyond with our commonwealth brothers. Thank goodness we will always have Australia and New Zealand and Canada to stand shoulder to shoulder with. We're stronger together. At 50 years old I'd still answer the call to defend the commonwealth
Epic video yet again, editing to the beat like that in the beginning is incredibly hard and you did a perfect job with it! I’m loving these regular uploads from you, can’t wait for the next one 👊🏻
Okehampton moors is a few miles from my house i know it prity well sod speed marching up some of those hills . I was in acf at school in Devon and remember very well how much it sucks. And these lads have definitely got it worse good luck to you all.
Hi they are alt berg defenders , can’t buy new , they are a military boot only but you can pick up grade one surplus on sites like eBay , they are a cracking all purpose boot
@@dianacarroll8860 They sure have the look of it. I live and work up here in the Gila (hEla) country of SW New Mexico, where the rocks all roll or skid and every thing else stings, has thorns or bites. Thanks! I'll be on the hunt.
Real eye opener, I've been smoking for 7 years, I feel like cardio will be the down fall of me, I am so scared that I'll be rejected from the army. All I want is to make anyone proud of me, just anyone. I swear if i don't get into the army, I just don't know what to do with myself anymore. This made me more depressed then anything else.
Bro just start running and just do it even if you can't quit smoking you can still get good at cardio, i'm currently in the basic course to become a paratrooper and the best runner in the platoon is a guy that smokes a pack a day
Hoofing Gentlemen, no rubber daggers there. I never served but my old man did with four two. My Family and myself would like to Thank You All for Your Service. ATB Reeco
@@reecorees9552 - I'm not stressing, just correcting you. You've used a phrase in a wholly wrong context, that's understandable you're a civilian, I'm just educating you.
Swedish Amfibiekåren are in many ways modeled on the Royal marine commandos. This speed marching and more. What was the weight on the kit? In amfibiekåren we also carried the backpack for this. Between 13-14 in total +gun. Though i think the distance is abit shorter. 3km some thing. Should be said that the unit needs to be rather outanamus on the small Islands in the archipelago. So no support from externals with in 48 ish. If I remember correctly.
Nice one man, i went to Oakhampton and did part of this course. It was tough, had a little injury that took me off the course but its not easy the terrain. I thought they were cancelling some fitness sessions in Oakhampton? I think the CFT is no longer in Oakhampton now?
Amazing videos as usual @fabziy brings back memories of tabbing in the 90's 🤣 Have to admit, we'd have got beasted for not having both hands on the rifle and we weren't allowed to use slings. Glad to see how times have changed 👍👍👍👍
I've never understood the 'no slings' thing, what happens when you have to climb up or over something? Or do you mean only when Speed Marching? I recall a 9 Sqn RE lad losing a rifle in a river in Belize when doing a river crossing because he didn't have a sling in his webbing (They found it later), it just seems like one of the many stupid things that used to grit my shit when working with other units.
Got my start date in June cant wait took 2 years to pass medical because of knee surgery. Going RE and then wanting to go 24 commando so wanted to know if this is the commando beat up or actually AACC?
Pre Beat Up. 24 are a top outfit. Ultra professional and totally 'can do' with any task thrown at them. If I hadn't joined the RM I'd have gone Cdo RE. I hope you get what you're after buddy
Its a pre beat up. However mate, if you are interested in the Commandos it will be all about your knee, it will need to be super strong. Don't under estimate the challenge. The people that pass the course have natural 'good bone structure' sounds daft but its true, its a 'human nature thing'. So make sure your knee is super fit or it will fail.
''I'm not going to scream, I'm not going to shout. You know the right thing to do, just do it.'' Excellent leadership there, no standard Army leadership of ''do what we say''. Fair play.
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excellent way to motivate,not that crap you see in the movies...my own experience was reserves in Australia,.cpl Phillips ex fusiliers proper geezer
The British don't bawl out squaddies like the Americans. Here we lead by example.
@@stun5700 Cheers Shouty Stun 👍🏼
every manjack there has earnt their green,, no need to shout because theyve already got this.. thanks lads,, i know if we need you,, your there!
What the MOD and senior officers don’t realise is that Fabziy and other squaddie you tubers do more for recruiting than multi million pound advertising campaigns. Great stuff F
100%. If anyone I meet talks about thinking of joining, I point them to Fabziy and Dan Tomo. Those two lads put out real content with genuine insight and understanding. Both have made "army Fit" videos, and Dan has covered some really nuanced stuff like footwear and how to get started training. The MOD have no idea how much talent and passion they have in thier ranks.
Outstanding comment squire!! Literally could not be more accurate.
Respect.
Also these guys, impressive 👍✌️
@@paul1978g this is the first I’ve seen these boys but they are good. I’m gonna have a swatch at the rest of their stuff. Glad you wrote that
@@paul1978g Your last sentence is spot on there Paul.
White. heterosexual working class MEN, usually in manual jobs, have been the backbone of the Army for centuries.
The pony-tailed, gender-fluid snowflakes in Ad agencies depise them, and are also too "captured" by the PC agenda, much as the MOD and career-concious senior officers cravenly toeing the same snowflake line.
Yes, there are useful ethnic minority and female soldiers, I mean no disrespect to those who are worth their rations,, but far too many
( particularly women employed in roles that they are not physically up to) are weak links in the chain.
"it's only pain ...... dig deep. It's mind over matter. We don't mind 'cause you don't matter." Heard so many times from PTI staff during speed marches. Unless you have been there and experienced a speed march, whether a 4 miler, 6 miler, or a 9 mile speed march, carrying the 22 pounds of belt kit and rifle, you have no idea just how hard it is. Well done lads.
im a fencing contractor in the lake District and used to be very fit, we were carrying fence post out up above Patterdale on the fells about 20 years ago, hot, Humid, summers day and we were knackered, anyway up the path come half a dozen guys with a sargent, he asked if we needed a hand and hell, i wasnt going to refuse, im sure i died twice in the next hr trying to keep up with them
Funny to hype a normal thing - speed marching is common in battle, there is nothing to hero about! Basics!
And You know, Pain is weakniss leaving the Body - Pain is the thing keeping teams together - more pain, more team
I tell my teenage sons that mind-over-matter gag. Armed forces humour... 😏
@@danielkullick872 Regular people are not trained to that level of conditioning. We admire and respect the work it takes to be in that condition, to sacrifice comfort for the sake of the nation, and most of all what it means... speed marching into battle, a chance to put your life on the line in a firefight. You're not a hero for doing a speed march. You're a hero for WHY you do the speed march! Cheers.
My dad said that when they did this sort of stuff during the war there was often a pipe band playing back at base and they could hear it as they approached. He believed it was the most motivational sound in the world and that it could inspire a dead man to make that last half mile.
I've heared it said that if you hear bagpipes, either help or trouble is on the way.
On the commando 9 miler there’s a drummer leading you back onto camp and down to the bottom field ranges for your firing test, it makes the hair stand up on the back of your neck
Of course I agree - there is nothing so emotional and inspiring , than the sound of the pipes: that's why I had to follow my heart and find a piping teacher when I was young; and now, at now in my 70's, I continue to teach the pipes to pass on the tradition.
That's cool must of been a Scottish regiment
Long story short,dawn as we where about to go into Kuwait a piper somewhere started to play,made you feel every hair stand on end,made you proud and made me cry like a baby and still does at the memory of it and the mates that went home in lead coffins.thank you American president's you done nothing to improve anything,just made widow's and profit.
I'm 65 tomorrow, ex Light Infantry, and I walk (march ?) to work in London every day. Takes 35 minutes to do 2.8 miles, with no running (albeit without the CFO and gat).
Keep it up after retirement and the marching/running really does keep you going.
remember my Grandad doing his WW1 army calisthenic exercises every day soon as he got out of bed
Gat = hat
I'm late fifties with knees well worn from seven years infantry service in my twenties (the load on the belt webbing was 35lbs. in my days.) My doctor - "sports medicine" specialist- tells me if he hears of me running I should look for another doctor, but encourages me to walk or ride a bike as far, as fast, and as often as I like, as long as I don't carry excess weight (body weight or cargo.) I do seem to be fitter than average for my age. I think those of us who spent our youth in active work like soldiering are generally better off than most who do sedentary work even if they take regular exercise in their leisure time. Except our knees are worn out.
@@andyocallaghan8906 well said sir
Ex 1LI here m8! You a RED ARSE? pmsl! 10 Mile BFT in two hours.
Reminds me of an interview I saw from shortly before the Falklands War after the atlantic conveyor was hit and the task force lost a lot of its helicopters; some naysayer was suggesting that this rendered the invasion unviable because the troops would have to march with all their kit all the way across the Island to port stanley, fighting battles along the way, in very inhospitable terrain. Another guest pointed out that fortunately for the British forces, practicing marching a very long way for days at a time carrying all their kit through very inhospitable terrain was precisely what the Royal Marines and Parachute regiment were trained to do.
Royal Marines "Yomp", Paras "Tab" - both reach their destination ready to fight 👍
100%
And other regiments, I might add...!!!
also guards division . guards and paras . spearhead .
We hosted a jump school exchange while I was stationed in Vicenza Italy for a company of the Paras that went to the Falklands. The told us how much of a CF it was. Lots of walking. Good times.
My husband was one that had difficulties in keeping up but always had his perseverance that pushed him to never give in and push to keep up.
Am from Africa Kenya I have a dream to join British army am looking for a sponsor who can host me during that time of recruitment am 23yrs old
Can I buy you a drink while your husband is away ?
It's about mental resilience to never give up. Your body is telling you to stop and get on the jack wagon but you push on.
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Enjoy your time at the tip of the spear. You’re at your peak but it won’t last. Someone is always waiting to take your place. Savor the moment as you serve your country. Take pride in who and what you are. - A former U.S. Army Ranger.
I served in the U.S. Marines, but I couldn't agree more!
@@zacharyfindlay-maddox171 I worked a lot with Marines. Everybody got along. The Marines regarded us as the Army’s Marines. In a way it is all the same. We both engage those forces hostile to the best interest of the USA. We do it proudly and with vigor. I wouldn’t change a thing.
Well said Rascal ... Sua Sponte.
@@boomer6611 - We know what this is about. We will not quit until we die. We will give it all we have. And we actually have far more to give than we ever imagined. Now we know what is possible, and that is far beyond what we once thought.
Rascal, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for writing a blank check on our behalves, and for the many sacrifices you made along the way. God bless you and your brethern. I grew up on Ft. Benning, watching those jump towers and hearing stories of the Okefenokee Swamp, but I did not serve.
My Dad was a Marine. He could walk for Miles, literally. He'd think nothing of walking from Budleigh to Exeter, about 11 miles roughly.
Brilliant post.
This man deserves to grow massively! Been absolutely spoilt by his content this weekend!
Great footage, great editing and great vibes.
I was on the original presentation of the Green Beret in the Citadel in May 1962(?). It's great to see the regiment is still going so strong. My old Bty (145 Maiwand Cdo Lt Bty) is no longer part of the regiment but my loyalty and allegiance to the regiment is still 100%.
Great Video. Thank You , to all the members of the British Armed Forces.
I am thankful for all the Great ,difficult , work you do.
British Commandos are legendary. None better.
Cheers mate you have helped me to pursue my path in the army I completed the assessment centre 2 days ago harroagte in September hopefully 👍 🙏
I’m going to Pirbright in May, I can’t wait!
You alright mate I have mine the 23rd of June is it still the bleep test?
@@aidenjacques9797 It was still the beep test when I went in February, it’s easier than the 2km so you’ll smash it.
@@nathanjames4064 cheers mate looking forward to getting in and hopefully join the artillery as a light gunner
@@aidenjacques9797 I passed the assessment and my fitness was terrible, you’ll Smash it. Good choice, I can’t wait to start basic in a month.
I use this technique when I’m late and trying to get to the tube (subway), while carrying heavy tool bags for work. Some lessons aren’t just for military they are for every aspect of life.
One of my favourite aspects of the military. Half the "pointless" things you will get taught come in handy
Fantastic Video Fabziy! Those lads all worked hard and it was inspiring to see them giving it everything. Inspiring too, seeing yourself and the other staff willing them on, giving them the self belief to push through and complete the run. This is a truly awesome series of videos, I'm absolutely mesmerised by the variety and the intimacy of the footage. It's almost like being in camp with the lads (not that I'd make it lol). Thanks for the incredible content, stay safe and have a great week!
I was in French Legion we have this, a 10km (6.2miles) run with a 10kg (22lb) bag. I was doing it in about 50min. Running is the first thing you have to be good in FFL
All I can say is thank God they’re on our side!
They are not this will become apparent soon when they are kicking in your door and dragging your family onto vehicles to be detained for not taking part in the ongoing clinical vaccine trial
This is not easy but it's a lot easier when you keep in step. In 1969, I was in the REME Workshop in Plymouth and the whole unit de-camped to the Oakhampton Training Camp for a week and did various things whilst there including the 4 mile march although it wasn't at speed but it did count towards our Battle Efficiency Training (I think it was called that). I also did a helicopter handling and drop-zone marking course there during another specific week's training. Great times.
The energy in this is🔥 I'm never disappointed. Some real quality footage. We've been truly spoilt this Weekend 💯❤️
Remember doing thsi type of marching on annual fitness test . 10 miles in 2 hours and 10 mins or less. back in 65. Still used WW2 37 pattern webbing in those days, most uncomfortable crap I ever wore. Still managed it in well under the two hours though.
These boys deserve our total respect. Thank you for your service.
100% on point so inspiring!! Respect 🙌🙌🙌 taking me back!!
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when the body says NO The desire TO BE THE BEST kicks in
My body never sase no it only sase why
2:15 I like how the soldier puts his rifle on his feet instead of on the ground.
Because he paid attention during training . In Army Rangers , if an NCO see's a rifle muzzle on the ground or too close to the ground , the owner will regret it .
Why?
@@billyfox6368 dirty rifle = stoppages = dead
@@jimbocrispy6908 Thanks. 👍
It’s your best friend, look after it.
I was never military and now am 54. A year ago I started running 5 k and will use the inspiration of these fellas as a bit of extra incentive to crack on and dig deep.
Gods speed guys and congratulations
Outstanding troops! Keep pushing on, well done! Thank You for serving your country! From America!
Well done mate and the Lads Brilliant well done
Grew up on Dartmoor, amazing place. Well done lads. Great vid Fabziy.
Good effort by the lads.... you all passed me just about to walk my spaniel on the ring road.... I can just about see my van in the video. 👍🏻
I loved the editing; very professional
Nice vid pal, looking forward to my basic training at Pirbright on 20th June 👊
Me too, i am going for soldier development course this Sunday then to start basic training 20th of June all at Pirbright
@@Billa2014 nice, ill see you there bud
Former USMC. For some reason, I found the 15 mile hike more challenging than the 20 mile hike. I suppose it was because I was carrying the M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon (I love that thing). But, after the hike, I yacked all the pizza dinner reward afterward. The 20 miler was rough--had blood dripping out of my jungle boots--but, at least it was only my feet that hurt. Curious as to what motivates you towards the end of the "hump." I kept focusing on food, that is, if I could keep it down. Pepperoni cheese pizza, double hamburger with thick steak fries, steak sauce instead of ketchup...fantasizing about food usually kept me in the game.
Don't get me wrong, this video looks tough on the lads. That was a quick pace! I'm sure they'll have harder challenges in the future. We had to wear a full kit to include brain buckets (helmets) and carry the unexpended ammo (blanks) that we didn't fire off during training. I hope that Fabziy can visit us Yanks in The Basic School in Quantico, VA (Crossroads of the US Marine Corps). You should stay for the full harassment package. That's 6 whole months of thick Northern Virginia vegetation to include icy winter winter flavors and moist blood sucking mosquito & tick infested summer months!
America has somewhat modeled its US Marine Corps after the Royal Marines; so, you should check up on your illegitimate bastards across the pond. And, you can check out the US Marine Corps Museum while you're here. Come on over, it'll be fun! We've got special insect repellant to keep the bugs off, so don't be scared. ;-)
Former British squadie. Here a real. One lol yeah will send over some girl Scouts. First to test the. Course Before us lads come if they do it then will will hop on a plane come over show u. Wank. Pits key board Warriors. How to do it. lol 😂😁🇬🇧🇬🇧. British banter can't beat it
Sums it up you are driven by food,we are driven by beer,women and fighting.not always in that order
Interesting to see them doing this without plates, helmet, eye wear, or gloves. They're also in a very tight formation and I'm used to seeing soldiers more spread out during fitness training. Many countries are following a "train as you fight" philosophy that would produce a different paced march. Brits are in very good shape, happy to see them out. Thanks for posting!
I ran 6 times around the block this morning!--Then I put it back on the wall!
Excellent vlog. Thank you very much for the insight, really enjoyed watching it. Amazing effort by all. Cheers!
I almost see my soul coming out from those Datmours hills in 2007.. well done lads..clap 👏 👏👏👏
We do e a double time forced March 60pounds up a Mountain 13 miles about 100 of us we all made it but I had to be helped last 2 miles cause I didn't have anything on my feet just raw meat and blood went to Hawaii ran up their little mountain yhe marines said was tough only 3 miles got back down not even out of breathe and I said I ready to go again the marines said what I said that wasn't shit compared to what I been doing lol.
I’m an ex boot neck from the 70s 80s the lads on the all arms course always got extra shit as they weren’t Royal, big respect to them
Good vid. The answer is 40 mins at the slowest. Commando standard is 10mins per mile in CEFO + weapon over any terrain, used for the 6 & 9 miler, simples!
Do u know what weight these marines webbing were ? Was it 5kg webbing and about 5 kg for the rifle ? , that makes it a lot harder :) cheers
@@Foxtrottangoabc I cant remember exactly and don't know exactly but 28 lb (12 kg+) is about right.
@@DBNwargaming cheers :)
@@Foxtrottangoabc 23lbs webbing plus rifle
@@PETMAY3 23lb (10kg ish ) just for the webbing weight ! Cheers
You wonder why no one messes with the British Military.
My complete respect to each and every one of you guys. We should all be proud of you.
Notice how they've all shortened the webbing yolk straps so the pouches are half way up their back to stop them rubbing on their arse/hips. Completely impractical but makes tabbing more comfy.
JUNE 88 intake, when 3 mile Combat Fitness Tests were done in Combat Highs, 58 pattern webbing with an SLR.
33 minutes in full fighting order, no water stops.
I was just pushing 17, loved 'em!
Mine sept 77
I'm sure we couldn't use slings for our SLR s in the early 90s
Excellent on every level. Fantastic cast, narrative and production. Well done everyone........
Ahhhh....embracing the suck! Great vid... could feel nearly step and breath.
No GPMG's, 84s, bergens, steel helmets, puttees etc ?
God I feel old !
Brings back so many memories, remember doing a March and Shoot while stationed at Elizabeth Barracks, which was a great achievement for me as I hate running especially in (1986=87) full combat kit. Can't remember if it was an 8 or 10-mile speed march, then tactically move over the assault course at Pirbright then short run to Bisley ranges, and then firing on the ranges at different distances. This was for a competition like the Commandants March and Shoot. To my surprise the four-man team that I was in (1SG RF) won the competition because I was convinced with me in the team we would surely not win as I did really hate running and was always one of those squaddies at the back on every run. Heartbreak hill and the sandhill knew them well in the 80s.
David I was in the Royal Engineers at Osnabruck 1962-1966, and we did 10 mile speed march in 2 hours followed by what you did after the 10 mile, not easy but makes you feel good after it. I am 80 years old now and it didn`t do me any harm.
@@williamgardner2739 Thank you, As I get older realize now the years spent in the Army were my best, Has always given me an excellent work ethic, and all employers very lasting impression of me. Would I join today as a young man, most probably not with all the new technology going into modern weapons I think life expectancy would not be long for a humble infantryman these days? Thank you again and all the best.
Very good filming and well done to the lads on the run. Remember that camp well.
My late Father was one of the first volunteers into the Commandos in Scotland He was just 17 lied about his age to join up. Proud isn't a big enough word.
Super fit, great guys, super leadership 👍
Brilliant stuff lads,keep up the great work 👍
im loving these sort of vids man ive jsut noticed that how out of date most of it is online but this is now kits up to date lads looking good nice work !!!!
Dartmoor, grew up there and miss it loads. Used to spend my holidays running around their with my bergen, but used to do 20 miles not 4 for the fun of it. Great place!!
Running with boots, thats hurting just by thinking about it, but great work guys.
I wonder how comfortable those boots are. Certainly looked more comfortable than what I had.
Are those full leather combat boots? And if so, do you guys shine/polish them to a mirror finish?
I belive. There sent to America for the shoe shine boys. Boot camp to polish gleaming shiny new then shipped back. Honest so I was told I'm a ex British squadie. I did my. Polishing. Cheers 😋😂😂
That road run making my shins hurt👍
i used to be in the uniform body, and the worse thing about this march and running while wearing combat boots is always the ankle, no matter how many years you train..
Big up to all my Jamaican brothers and sisters serving in the British Army.🇯🇲🇬🇧
Can I join the Jamaican army as a white Englishman? 🤬
@@green75ish Yeah, but unfortunately the Jamaican army is a joke
boots are very different from when i was in, back in the 80s..those things look soft and cushy and dont they do forced marches with bergens anymore?? its been a while so im a bit out of touch. Also is that the SA80? bit lighter than the SLR we used to lug around ?
It's one training exercise out of many. L1A1 SLR weighed 4.9 kg loaded, the SA80 L85A2 weighs 6.5 kg loaded ( and thats with just the optical sight, add on all the other battle rattle you have to carry these days and it's a fair bit more). And don't forget the other weight you would not have experienced from all the extra issued kit there is now - body armour alone is another 7.5 kg. Lowa combat boots are 2 kg a pair.
@@claverhouse1 sa80 weighs 8.4lbs my slr weighed 9.5..dont get me wrong..i have issues with the sa80..not our great service men and women though it may sound like it to you..i just see things in our military now as gentler and easier compare to a few decades ago..not the lads and lasses fault..more societies and the ones giving the orders
Yes
Just me or does it look easier in UBACs 🤔 my day was in smocks... hoofing effort lads.
Congrats both of you
I failed my junior Marines commando course on the 9 mile speed march. Good luck guys. Gets harder.
Great stuff! Reminds me of when I went to French Commando School in Germany. Lots of speed marches. Can't wait for more of the training.
love it, takes me back to junior soldiers battalion, British Army though,
This is the British Army. 29 Commando Royal Artillery 👍
Just Excellent!, Absolute Respect!
nice spent some time down at the citadel , some good lads down there, had a few 29 chaps come to norway with us as well , bloody Harrys :p
Well done guys I remember my days as a infantry soldier doing the speed marching I loved it
Hey am from Africa Kenya I applied British army through online and it came through but I failed the last step, I had to have a sponsor who will host me during that recruitment period am 23yrs am still looking the way to join British army,Tell a friend to tell a friend I just need accomodation only 🙏😭
We had a saying in the British army, I don't know if they still use it.
"Train hard, fight easy".
Yup, “Fatigue dissipates morale, and in the extreme a soldier will lose the will to survive. Train hard, fight easy”.
I remember seeing a troop coming over from Ben Macdui, and passing us on top of Derry Cairngorm. No tarmac roads for them.
In the Royal Marines Reserves we had to do most training on our own after a days work, loved it Passed Jan 1988.
Hoofing effort fellas. Ubique.
"Soldiering On For Now", well in lads.
Great stuff keep it there gents.
Well done guys. When I lived in Africa, after uni, you have to do one year national service, and we did what was called 'death march'. This happened after 2-4 weeks of camp drills, and then you have to do the death march which was 10 kilometres on foot that is 6.2 miles. I told myself I was going to do it. And I and alot of other national youth corpers did it. A lot of people had to be taken by the ambulance but I was glad I did it. I'd like to do something like this again now that I'm older and out of shape. Looking at these guys, I just realized what I used to take for granted back in the day in Africa: walked over 3 miles and back to my primary school Community school 1 everyday I went to school. Secondary school was at least 2 miles each way, Emmanuel college, uni I walked over 6 miles each way to go to uni and back 5 days a week for 4 years. At that time I thought this was punishment, but now I wish I could do some of that. Such irony of life. Now that I'd like to do stuff like that I can't but when I did it everyday, I felt it was a punishing routine. Lesson: when you have the opportunity to do certain challenging things in life especially when you are younger, fit and have very little to lose, you better get it going or one day you will look back and wish you had. Go on lads!
Our soldiers are one of the best in the world, as a nation Britain goes above and beyond with our commonwealth brothers. Thank goodness we will always have Australia and New Zealand and Canada to stand shoulder to shoulder with. We're stronger together. At 50 years old I'd still answer the call to defend the commonwealth
Epic video yet again, editing to the beat like that in the beginning is incredibly hard and you did a perfect job with it! I’m loving these regular uploads from you, can’t wait for the next one 👊🏻
as always mate top notch content :)
Do they still do tracker nod up the small becks at Oakhampton?
Soldiers of all lands unite.
After quick time they revert to marching and are in time, amazing.
How much does CEFO weigh these days? Didn’t look like 35lb
I bet that marching after the running was a great relief. What's the time limit for the 4 miler?
Are they any videos on how to speed march?
Okehampton moors is a few miles from my house i know it prity well sod speed marching up some of those hills . I was in acf at school in Devon and remember very well how much it sucks. And these lads have definitely got it worse good luck to you all.
Gents, What is the boot worn by those boys? Can they be gotten here in the states? Thanks
Hi they are alt berg defenders , can’t buy new , they are a military boot only but you can pick up grade one surplus on sites like eBay , they are a cracking all purpose boot
@@dianacarroll8860 They sure have the look of it. I live and work up here in the Gila (hEla) country of SW New Mexico, where the rocks all roll or skid and every thing else stings, has thorns or bites. Thanks! I'll be on the hunt.
altberg web site,defender mk11 boots £164.99.
Much respect from America!
Good old days. I salute you all
Real eye opener, I've been smoking for 7 years, I feel like cardio will be the down fall of me, I am so scared that I'll be rejected from the army. All I want is to make anyone proud of me, just anyone. I swear if i don't get into the army, I just don't know what to do with myself anymore. This made me more depressed then anything else.
Any news?
Bro just start running and just do it even if you can't quit smoking you can still get good at cardio, i'm currently in the basic course to become a paratrooper and the best runner in the platoon is a guy that smokes a pack a day
I could be wrong but the belt kit doesn't look as heavy as 58 pattern CEFO?
Hoofing Gentlemen, no rubber daggers there.
I never served but my old man did with four two.
My Family and myself would like to Thank You All for Your Service.
ATB Reeco
A rubber dagger is a Royal Marine Reservist, it's not a term of derision or a reference to someone training towards the Commando Course.
@@JammyDodger45 it's banter Fella.
Don't get your knickers in a twist.
ATB Reeco
@@reecorees9552 - I'm not stressing, just correcting you.
You've used a phrase in a wholly wrong context, that's understandable you're a civilian, I'm just educating you.
@@reecorees9552 what in gods name are you on about.
Salute with respect. From Singapore 🇸🇬
Swedish Amfibiekåren are in many ways modeled on the Royal marine commandos.
This speed marching and more.
What was the weight on the kit? In amfibiekåren we also carried the backpack for this. Between 13-14 in total +gun. Though i think the distance is abit shorter. 3km some thing. Should be said that the unit needs to be rather outanamus on the small Islands in the archipelago. So no support from externals with in 48 ish. If I remember correctly.
Nice one man, i went to Oakhampton and did part of this course. It was tough, had a little injury that took me off the course but its not easy the terrain. I thought they were cancelling some fitness sessions in Oakhampton? I think the CFT is no longer in Oakhampton now?
Are you/did you go back and crack it?
Lad at the back stuck in even though he was on his chin straps.....well done :)
Amazing videos as usual @fabziy brings back memories of tabbing in the 90's 🤣 Have to admit, we'd have got beasted for not having both hands on the rifle and we weren't allowed to use slings. Glad to see how times have changed 👍👍👍👍
I've never understood the 'no slings' thing, what happens when you have to climb up or over something?
Or do you mean only when Speed Marching?
I recall a 9 Sqn RE lad losing a rifle in a river in Belize when doing a river crossing because he didn't have a sling in his webbing (They found it later), it just seems like one of the many stupid things that used to grit my shit when working with other units.
Got my start date in June cant wait took 2 years to pass medical because of knee surgery. Going RE and then wanting to go 24 commando so wanted to know if this is the commando beat up or actually AACC?
Pre Beat Up.
24 are a top outfit. Ultra professional and totally 'can do' with any task thrown at them.
If I hadn't joined the RM I'd have gone Cdo RE.
I hope you get what you're after buddy
Its a pre beat up. However mate, if you are interested in the Commandos it will be all about your knee, it will need to be super strong. Don't under estimate the challenge. The people that pass the course have natural 'good bone structure' sounds daft but its true, its a 'human nature thing'. So make sure your knee is super fit or it will fail.
I can't believe I used to do this sort of thing! I can't even run for a bus any more.
What's the time on the 4 miler? 45 mins?
Under 40 for sure.. i reckon 37 minutes.
The Commando Tests are at 10min mile pace so depending on how far they are into their training the fastest it'll be it's 40mins.
Yessssss fabs lad how's life mate?
Why don't they make this vid the new recruitment ad for the British army, that was inspiring, and made me proud to see our young lads out training
Proud of you guys. Great content, Fabziy! All the best.