i am thinking of joining the military

[Mday]

the only thing that stopped me from even applying to west point is that i can't do a push up, and i have a big a$$ gut...

 

[snow patrol]

They don't allow nefs in the military

 

[Adul]

Better start trying now

 

[IamDavid]

Don't join if ya want to vote for President.

 

[Soybomb]

I would seriously consider getting in shape BEFORE joining if I were you, or from what I hear it might be hell. If you really want to loose weight that should be your own motivation

 

[prodigy]

If you can't do 1 sit-up, good luck getting into the military.

 

[Donuts]

Be carefull, if the Democrats read this you may already be in the military just by thinking about it!

 

[thebestMAX]

ROFL

Dont worry, a few weeks of being the "chow runner" will slim you down.

 

[The Stigenator]

Dont do it man.
My gf is in the army.. girls get it lighter but still its hard. Just think of waking up at 5 every morning and exercising and then running 2 miles and then exercising ..

do it for a few days at home and then you will see the light. I know its good for you, but its hard if you got a significant other.. its hard on both of us, but we will get thru it. Cant wait to see her in Jan.

 

[azazyel]

One of my friends from high school went to the Naval Acadamy and he dropped out because of the physical torture he had to endure. And he wasn't a week guy, he was a state champion in track.

 

[burnedout]

Mday: It's quite an accomplishment even to be accepted by the US Military Academy at West Point. Or any of the service academies. Get in shape and apply!!

Had the privilage of helping train cadets there during the summer of '81. Worked with and knew many graduates from USMA. It's a tremendous opportunity even though there is a service obligation after graduation. It's not for everyone.

I know many grads who left the service and went into very lucrative jobs in management, technology and industry. One Captain in particular now works for Fujitsu in Dallas and earns 65K yearly plus signing and relocation bonuses. Employers look favorably upon academy grads because of the BS they put up with.

The school has one helluva rich tradition. Robert E. Lee, Douglas MacArthur, Dwight D. Eisenhower, George Patton, Doc Blanchard, Glenn Davis, Pete Dawkins were some USMA alumni among many others.

If you apply and are accepted, I strongly suggest you get in shape for it. Mentally and physically. The student lifestyle there is tough and regimented. The Plebe or freshman year is the most difficult.

If you can't do one situp, you won't get in.

 

[Tripleshot]

If you can get into West point,go for it! If you have a weight problem,take care of it.You know what to do. These other chowderheads should not influence your desire for a military career. Being an officer in the military is day and night difference between non coms. I would be proud to have a son who could get into West Point. You have the oppurtunity,do it.

 

[The Wildcard]

I heard getting into WestPoint is quite hard. You need a recommendation from your local senator.

 

[toph99]

they'll get ya in shape in boot camp, don't worry about it
personally, if i weren't in Canada and didn't have a few medical conditions, i'd be joining the USMC Semper Fi!

 

[AndrewR]

<< One of my friends from high school went to the Naval Acadamy and he dropped out because of the physical torture he had to endure. >>


Awww, did the poor baby not like it? LOL If he couldn't handle USNA, he would have his ass kicked at VMI or The Citadel, though I'm not quite sure how the programs are now with the woman there. :|

Anyway, the military isn't for everyone, but it will teach you a great deal about yourself and your capabilities if you can handle it. You can accomplish something worthwhile, serve your country, and feel like you are doing a job with importance, rather than pushing paper around (even if you are!).

I talk down about the service academies, but they are excellent schools overall and carry a large prestige factor. The application process is rather lengthly and requires a comprehensive medical exam, a physical fitness test, and necessitates a Congressional appointment from either your Representative or a Senator. A lot of Congressman will nominate more than one person in what's called a &quot;competitive appointment&quot; where they pick 10 or so and let the academy decide who they want. I had one of those from my Representative when I applied though I dropped the application when I received a full scholarship to VMI. I didn't want to start my career in the Army when I was one month out from high school graduation -- glad I didn't because the Army sucks.

If you do decide to enter the military, GET IN SHAPE FIRST. You WILL have your ass kicked from end of the parade field to the other by some sadistic Drill Instructor if you show up fat and out of shape -- the key is to be invisible and lardness makes you stick out like tar on snow. If you can handle the fitness aspects and keep a reasonable attitude, that kind of environment can be fun since it's just so twisted. You'll also be amazed at how quickly you can change in a short amount of time.

 

[pac1085]

<< i have a big a$$ gut >>


me too

 

[thebestMAX]

<< the key is to be invisible<<
<<If you can handle the fitness aspects and keep a reasonable attitude, that kind of environment can be fun since it's just so twisted.>>

Just what I tell every one who asked me how I got through. Except for the extreme exhaustion there is a lot of humor to be found.


<<If you do decide to enter the military, GET IN SHAPE FIRST. You WILL have your ass kicked from end of the parade field to the other by some sadistic Drill Instructor if you show up fat and out of shape>>

How true. I wasnt fat but was an academic type. The PT was tough but if I could do it I say anybody can. Funny, but the biggest guys seemed to have the most problems both mental and physical.