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I have recently filled in my application form etc and am witing to hear back so I thought I would start to get even fitter as I want to rwally shine and be the very best when it comes to the test and training. Does any one have any advice for me. Thank you in advance. |
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"Build up your stamina...learn how to run and practise running...build up on your core fitness etc.."
As arch said get your mental fitness in tip top condition as they will try and break you physically and mentally...good luck I hope you are given a shot at the marines  |
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"Chris Ryan sas fitness workout
I have loaned it to a few fitness, coaches they all got something from it"
You just try too hard to be funny! Practice doesn't make perfect though.  |
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"Bulk up and be a show stopper.. like me  .
Don't you work at tesco. That uniform in your pic is definitely not DPM"
No sainburies.. I know its my own army gear . |
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"Bulk up and be a show stopper.. like me .
Don't you work at tesco. That uniform in your pic is definitely not DPMNo sainburies.. I know its my own army gear ."
Sainsbury's 99.9% need not apply. Doesn't really have the same ring. |
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"Bulk up and be a show stopper.. like me .
Don't you work at tesco. That uniform in your pic is definitely not DPMNo sainburies.. I know its my own army gear .
Sainsbury's 99.9% need not apply. Doesn't really have the same ring. "
Thats ok, I dont need to apply, to busy here lol. |
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By *odareyouMan
over a year ago
not far from iceland,,,,,, tescos is nearer though :-) (near leeds) |
"I have recently filled in my application form etc and am witing to hear back so I thought I would start to get even fitter as I want to rwally shine and be the very best when it comes to the test and training. Does any one have any advice for me. Thank you in advance. "
They re looking more for you giving 100 % effort at all times rather than you being a superman on entry,
Having a positive attitude is key, no whingeing about anything, not giving in no matter what happens.
You ll require Basic fitness so running, press ups, situps etc,
If you re selected the training you ll be given will build your strength stamina to complete the training
Good luck |
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You will also find a lot of blokes when you get there have transferred from other regiments, so will be 1 step ahead of you, just go in with right attitude and you will be fine, just hope you have one massive heart as you will need it |
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Good tips that others have mentioned:
Get used to walking wearing boots, cross country, up and down hills
Graduate up to wearing a pack on your back. Later try carrying an uberella to simulate how your arms would be affected by cradling your weapon.
Increase weights/ decrease times to cover set distances. Follow set routes so you can monitor your improvement.
** Make increases gradual or you may find yourself getting disheartened and injured **.
All the Best for your future. |
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"I have recently filled in my application form etc and am witing to hear back so I thought I would start to get even fitter as I want to rwally shine and be the very best when it comes to the test and training. Does any one have any advice for me. Thank you in advance. "
good luck me mon |
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Get a p.t that will train you 10 times harder than anyone else will then learn to take pain more than ever before then go rock climbing and 50 mile bike rides and think how can i start to really train |
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"Get a p.t that will train you 10 times harder than anyone else will then learn to take pain more than ever before then go rock climbing and 50 mile bike rides and think how can i start to really train"
easy going, my arse lol |
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By *xpresMan
over a year ago
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"Build up your stamina...learn how to run and practise running...build up on your core fitness etc..
As arch said get your mental fitness in tip top condition as they will try and break you physically and mentally...good luck I hope you are given a shot at the marines "
They don't want broken men n women they want mentaly n physically strong broken no good to man or beast |
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YouTube has a lot of similar training to what they doing, get competent with above average fitness - my marine friends were training hard!
1 sit up a second for at least 90 seconds
1 press up a second for at least 120 seconds
Running - 2 miles in 10 minutes / at least three quarters into bleep test
As mentioned before, just raise your core fitness and upper body - you don't need to bulk up a great deal. A lot of the 'bigger' guys at entry don't complete the running and hiking as easily.
Academically, you'll be given things to learn, and marching, carrying rucksacks and running in boots, ironing and camping out etc, the sheep dip is a good thing to prepare for too, if you're claustrophobic then get that in early.
Good luck and keep trying when yen tough gets going! |
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By *utmegsMan
over a year ago
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Practice naked roll-mat fighting. And if you haven't already, try a site like the Army Rumour Service: ignore the banter and you'll find some good advice and helpful folk there.
And to echo everyone else, positive mental attitude is key. Good luck. |
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"I have recently filled in my application form etc and am witing to hear back so I thought I would start to get even fitter as I want to rwally shine and be the very best when it comes to the test and training. Does any one have any advice for me. Thank you in advance. "
As others have said get your head free from issues ie family friends ex's its a good start.
Get fit its a given but start running so you are used to it and not in shorts you don't have to go marathon lengths but 5-10 miles won't harm.
Sort your diet out if you smoke cut down or stop and finally be ready for a grueling time as 70%+ drop out. |
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Heard the saying train hard fight easy. No matter what you train for and however fit you are or think you are, the PT's will prove you wrong. They do not give you the job you earn it. Good luck and it's a great life if you get in |
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Thanks for all the help guys as for the fitness test I know I can pass them now and I like to think I am very mentally resilient but as someone mentioned before I know that the PTs will prove me wrong  but I guess thats all part of the fun |
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Try looking local for an Royal Marine Reserve unit they will be able to give you any info you require also ask if you can go and train with them ? It will help maybe not with the fitness but to get you in the frame of mind for what you actually face?
One of the hardest courses for any! Military personnel ! Even guys fully trained in other arms fail !
Anyone can achieve the fitness but the mind set that they require is the hardest part just remember things will always get worse before they get better!
And they will always move the light at the end of the tunnel
But at the end you will have the satisfaction of wearing the converted green beret that many have warn with pride!!! |
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Body weight exercises, 6 mile runs, 3 miles in 22 mins and practice the bleep test. What's your swimming like? You good at heights? How do you find the cold and wet?
Get some issued boots but only to break in as you will have plenty of chance to run and yomp in them when you are in training. Doing so now will only break you. Saying that the boots they now issue to recruits are good compared to the shit black cheese graters.
As others have said you need a good mental attitude otherwise you will quit. Being cocky is also a bad thing as they will try and break you you you are too gobby.
Practice ironing and sewing. |
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By *nnyMan
over a year ago
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" .........And if you haven't already, try a site like the Army Rumour Service: ignore the banter and you'll find some good advice and helpful folk there.
And to echo everyone else, positive mental attitude is key. Good luck."
Sound advice. ARRSE is the place. |
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Trust me mate i served in the staffords for 2 years and then 3 para for 9 if you clear your head and have no outside distractions get your self as fit as you can be and prepare you for the worst and it will be hard for your first year but you get used to it the longer time goes on.but you will never find more loyal buntch of brother in your life and they will stay your freinds for life through good and bad.Its shapes you like nothing else you could ever wish to do.Oh and the main thing enjoy it. |
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"Thanks for all the help guys as for the fitness test I know I can pass them now and I like to think I am very mentally resilient but as someone mentioned before I know that the PTs will prove me wrong but I guess thats all part of the fun "
I've met a couple of Marine PTIs on here, pussy cats in bed but boy they were nice to look at.
Good Luck OP you seem to have the right drive & attitude, that counts for more then the fitness. As someone can always train to become fitter, but it's much harder to give someone drive or change their attitude xxx |
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Get yourself a big rucksack and fill it with heavy weights and practice running miles with it on your back as before you can pass out you will need to carry one miles within a certain time limit. Good luck in your application you won't regret it and remember all the horny lady's love a man in uniform lol  |
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"Get yourself a big rucksack and fill it with heavy weights and practice running miles with it on your back as before you can pass out you will need to carry one miles within a certain time limit. Good luck in your application you won't regret it and remember all the horny lady's love a man in uniform lol "
33 miles in 8 hours across dartmore I believe |
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"Body weight exercises, 6 mile runs, 3 miles in 22 mins and practice the bleep test. What's your swimming like? You good at heights? How do you find the cold and wet?
Get some issued boots but only to break in as you will have plenty of chance to run and yomp in them when you are in training. Doing so now will only break you. Saying that the boots they now issue to recruits are good compared to the shit black cheese graters.
As others have said you need a good mental attitude otherwise you will quit. Being cocky is also a bad thing as they will try and break you you you are too gobby.
Practice ironing and sewing. "
perfectly fibe with heights as I am a tree surgeon at the moment. And I used to be a good swimmer but thats slacked off however I have put together a training plan and that includes swimming 3 times per week. |
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attitude will get you through it as well as sorting the basics out which they will teach you..
ears and eyes open, mouth shut..
they will fuck you about from fart o'clock to well past the time when you were wanting to crash out..
but they cant make you pregnant..
good luck with it |
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Just thought I would give a update guys. Unfortunately I have faild the medical for the marines  but I can still go into the navy as my second choice. So thats what im going for. So I am reapplying for a mechanical engineer. |
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"Just thought I would give a update guys. Unfortunately I have faild the medical for the marines but I can still go into the navy as my second choice. So thats what im going for. So I am reapplying for a mechanical engineer. "
good luck with your career. Post a uniform pic as soon as you can |
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By *emmefataleWoman
over a year ago
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"Just thought I would give a update guys. Unfortunately I have faild the medical for the marines but I can still go into the navy as my second choice. So thats what im going for. So I am reapplying for a mechanical engineer. "
Thats a shame, but lots of luck xx |
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Thanks guys. Its still good news that im not permanently medically discharged (dam old sports injuries).
Its crazy how somthing that has no effect on a persons ability to train or live a normal life can stop them doing somthing. But thats life rules are rules. |
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By *odareyouMan
over a year ago
not far from iceland,,,,,, tescos is nearer though :-) (near leeds) |
"Just thought I would give a update guys. Unfortunately I have faild the medical for the marines but I can still go into the navy as my second choice. So thats what im going for. So I am reapplying for a mechanical engineer. "
Shame fella, better than the injury failing under the training and being medically discharged some guys I went through training with were,
best of luck in the Royal navy,  |
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"Thanks guys. Its still good news that im not permanently medically discharged (dam old sports injuries).
Its crazy how somthing that has no effect on a persons ability to train or live a normal life can stop them doing somthing. But thats life rules are rules. "
RMC fitness levels are about the same as Olympic athletes. The most common injuries are stress fractures and ripped tendons and muscles. You really need to be 100% fit before starting commando training.
Sorry fella. But if you really want to get into the commandos you can always go in through the back door...
Join one of the pongo cores and after training volunteer for the Army commandos (Ordnance, Engineers, REME) and then rebadge when you've done your first 2 year tour.
I'm out 31 years but recon it will still be possible to get in the army route. |
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"Thanks guys. Its still good news that im not permanently medically discharged (dam old sports injuries).
Its crazy how somthing that has no effect on a persons ability to train or live a normal life can stop them doing somthing. But thats life rules are rules.
RMC fitness levels are about the same as Olympic athletes. The most common injuries are stress fractures and ripped tendons and muscles. You really need to be 100% fit before starting commando training.
Sorry fella. But if you really want to get into the commandos you can always go in through the back door...
Join one of the pongo cores and after training volunteer for the Army commandos (Ordnance, Engineers, REME) and then rebadge when you've done your first 2 year tour.
I'm out 31 years but recon it will still be possible to get in the army route."
Still pretending Will |
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"Thanks guys. Its still good news that im not permanently medically discharged (dam old sports injuries).
Its crazy how somthing that has no effect on a persons ability to train or live a normal life can stop them doing somthing. But thats life rules are rules.
RMC fitness levels are about the same as Olympic athletes. The most common injuries are stress fractures and ripped tendons and muscles. You really need to be 100% fit before starting commando training.
Sorry fella. But if you really want to get into the commandos you can always go in through the back door...
Join one of the pongo cores and after training volunteer for the Army commandos (Ordnance, Engineers, REME) and then rebadge when you've done your first 2 year tour.
I'm out 31 years but recon it will still be possible to get in the army route."
if the guy hasn't passed the RM medical what makes you think he will get through the 'warm up' with 59 which is the complete all arms course prior to being ready both on the physical side as well as the mental side to progress onto the all arms course..??
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"I have recently filled in my application form etc and am witing to hear back so I thought I would start to get even fitter as I want to rwally shine and be the very best when it comes to the test and training. Does any one have any advice for me. Thank you in advance. "
Run and run and run.
Oh and learn to read maps and navigate before you start, big help. Get out hiking to try an get used to tabbing |
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By *nnyMan
over a year ago
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"Just thought I would give a update guys. Unfortunately I have faild the medical for the marines but I can still go into the navy as my second choice. So thats what im going for. So I am reapplying for a mechanical engineer. "
Sorry you didn't get your first choice but the Royal Navy is an excellent career choice. |
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"Just thought I would give a update guys. Unfortunately I have faild the medical for the marines but I can still go into the navy as my second choice. So thats what im going for. So I am reapplying for a mechanical engineer.
Sorry you didn't get your first choice but the Royal Navy is an excellent career choice."
Yaaarrrgh  |
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