Important Basic Training Changes
March 19, 2010 By SGT Michael Volkin For decades, Army recruits have been trained on how to use the bayonet. I still remember my bayonet training. It was a misty morning after a terrible downpour when...
View ArticleLearn How to Eat an MRE BEFORE Going to Basic Training
Learn how to eat an MRE BEFORE going to basic training One of the many pleasures a drill sergeant has during basic training is watching a recruit figure out how to eat an MRE (Meal Ready to Eat) for...
View ArticleThe 2010 Most Common Questions Asked About Basic Training
During the course of marketing The Ultimate Basic Training series of books (the Guidebook and my new Interactive Workbook), I have talked to hundreds of recruits before they leave basic training and...
View ArticleBeing a Vegetarian at Basic Training
By SGT Volkin Every now and then I get the question “SGT Volkin, I am a vegetarian and I’m about to go to basic training, will I be forced to eat meat?” The short answer is no. The chow hall has a few...
View ArticleNavy Boot Camp Advice
By SGT Volkin As a recruit headed to Navy Boot Camp, you certainly have a lot on your mind. I am here to make it a bit easier on you. The below list summarizes some tips and advice on how to make Navy...
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A Typical Day at Basic Training: On the Firing Range
In basic training you will become very familiar with the M-16 rifle, unless you’re in the Navy. Recruits in the Navy don’t fire a rifle at basic training; they fire an M-9 pistol. You will learn how to...
View ArticleHaving Second Thoughts About Joining the Military?
Having Second Thoughts About Joining the Military? It’s normal for all recruits to think at one time or another that they have made a mistake by joining the military. Usually this thought occurs during...
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4 Tips on Finally Sticking to That Workout Routine
As someone who has coached thousands of military recruits prepare for military basic training, I have found that the hardest part of getting in shape isn’t the actual workout itself; it is finding time...
View ArticleCould You Be Drafted?
August 7, 2012 The last time Americans were drafted to go to war was the Vietnam War (1961-1975). Since then, the military has successfully sustained an all volunteer force. However, the former US...
View ArticleWanna Grab a Quickie? The 2 Minute Workout that Will Kick Your Butt!
Wanna Grab a Quickie? The 2 Minute Workout that Will Kick Your Butt! I don’t know about you, but I have too much stuff to do. Like you, every day I deal with email, Facebook, tweets, work, pets,...
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