If there’s one skill you need most at basic training, it’s mental toughness. Successful service members are not only physically strong, but also mentally strong. Overcoming doubts, worries, or concerns that could hold you back from success is a huge part of building mental strength. Mentally strong people: Don’t give away their power Focus on […]
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Prepare For Basic Training: Get Savage Workout Series
Marine CorpsMental and physical preparation is key to success for those heading to basic training. Regardless of what branch you are enlisting in, basic training will present many physical challenges. Preparing your body now will help you be more successful when encountering the challenges of basic training. Begin your journey to basic training with Master Fitness Trainer, […]
Military Pay Scale 2021: A breakdown of new Basic Pay rates
CareerThe 2020 military pay scale reflect a 3.1% increase over 2019’s pay and entitlements, which is the largest pay bump for American service members in ten years. These pay rates were approved through the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act, commonly referred to as the “Defense Budget.” This new military pay scale went into effect on […]
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Here’s how females can pass the Air Force PT test
Air ForceReady to get in shape like yesterday? If you’re a female Air Force recruit, you may be wondering about the details of the Air Force PT test. As you can imagine, it takes a lot of cardiovascular and strength training to get in shape to pass the test. But it’s nothing you can’t prepare for […]
Air Force Basic Training Graduation Dates 2021
LacklandEditor’s note: Many facets of basic training are changing rapidly due to the spread of COVID-19. Please make sure to check out coronavirus basic training changes post to stay up to date. The Air Force has announced that it will be cutting Basic Military Training from eight and a half weeks to seven weeks in […]
How to support a loved one heading to basic training
Family ResourcesIf you have a loved one bound for basic training, you may find yourself struggling to find ways to show your support. If military service isn’t something you’ve done or been around much throughout your life, the transition from civilian to service member can seem awfully mysterious (or even downright confusing). Trust me, it’s a […]
How Long is Army Basic Training
ArmyBefore you embark on your Soldier career, you’ll want to get to know the Army a little better. You’ll want to know how to prepare yourself, and your family and friends for the journey. Regardless of how soon you or your trainee ships-out to Army basic training (also referred to as Basic Combat Training), Sandboxx […]
Fort Sill Basic Training: Home of the Army’s Fires Force
ArmyYour orders for Army Basic Combat Training arrived and you’ve been assigned to Fort Sill Oklahoma – get ready for your 63 days of training and a wake-up! Basic Combat Training (BCT) is ten weeks, not counting your Reception week. This is where, as trainees, you will complete the process of becoming full-fledged Soldiers in […]
