What to expect at Army Basic Training in 2023 (Fort Jackson)

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  • Опубликовано: 17 окт 2024
  • Hey this is video 1 out of 5 in a Army BCT series I’m doing. Sorry I’m so tired in this video but I just had to do something because I’ve been slacking lately getting ready for deployment! Please subscribe for more and check out more videos I’ve made about Army Basic Training!
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  • @johnhardonia1749
    @johnhardonia1749 Год назад +26

    8 years in, E-6 here great video. Some tips:
    1. Get in shape, your first mile out of the two should at least be within 8 minutes. Saves you a lot of trouble down the line in terms of general stamina for other physical activities as well. At least 20 push-ups and a 2 minute plank for the PT test. The rest you’ll adapt to eventually and that way you won’t fail.
    2. Write your name on everything. Sometimes people steal, but generally speaking a-lot of people just get confused on what belongs to them with all the events going on. Don’t be lazy, secure your stuff.
    3. Drill sergeants were once also privates too. If you think you’re clever about hiding something, think again. They’re not dumb, they know how to find anything and everything.
    4. Learn to do ranger rolls, it’s essentially a specific way to organize your clothes. When they tell you to dump shit out fast, best believe they will tell you to pick it up fast as well. If your clothes are rolled up nicely and tightly, saves you a lot of stress from having to stuff your duffel back with all that shit.
    5. Don’t take it personal. Too many people get into fights or can’t hold their emotions. Just imagine you’re in a reality TV show, everything is just in the moment and will pass. It’s better to observe and watch other people, I recommend to keep silent unless mandated.
    6. Probably the most important tip ever, it’s not over until it’s over. This will extend even beyond boot camp and throughout your military career. When the waters are calm and the tensions are low, shit always seems to go down. Your biggest obstacle will be yourself. Keep yourself in check and until you cross that finish line in anything you do, always ask yourself “is it worth it?”
    Best of luck future Soldiers.

    • @realkevinellis
      @realkevinellis  Год назад +2

      Wow thank you so much SSG, these are great tips! I think I will made a new video on these talking points!! Have a good weekend 💪

  • @baileylimbaugh5221
    @baileylimbaugh5221 Год назад +25

    Dont let your emotions show at all !!! The drills will eat that up and spit it out at you!!!!

  • @calibrien6522
    @calibrien6522 Год назад +16

    Shipping out on Tuesday your videos been the only thing actually preparing me lol thanks

  • @andred5048
    @andred5048 Год назад +8

    Also, learn how to do hospital corners folding on your bed! Something I wish I learned prior

  • @elismith5934
    @elismith5934 Год назад +5

    Thank you so much man. This will help me out I'm shipping out Monday.

    • @realkevinellis
      @realkevinellis  Год назад

      Gonna love it! What’s your mos

    • @elismith5934
      @elismith5934 Год назад +1

      @@realkevinellis 91B. Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic.

    • @kayelynnrosborough7308
      @kayelynnrosborough7308 Год назад

      Ayeee me too, I'm 13m, I'm watching this from from gf phone 😂😂

    • @elismith5934
      @elismith5934 Год назад

      Back from basic. I went to Fort Benning instead 💀

  • @treasconnections
    @treasconnections Год назад +1

    Shipping out July 31st love the video man really helps

  • @georgemaxwell3467
    @georgemaxwell3467 Год назад +5

    The days go by slow but the weeks go by fast...

  • @Vampybattie
    @Vampybattie Год назад +7

    Damm I’m couch potato 😂 I swore in Thursday and they told me I gotta ship on the may 30th mannn so I only got few days but I did pass opat though

  • @AugustFilms17
    @AugustFilms17 Год назад +3

    Leaving next year after I turn 17 and I appreciate the information

  • @eegyypttt
    @eegyypttt Год назад +4

    i’m leaving in a week to do the asvab army academy in south carolina first then getting sent to basic .. goodluck to everybody!

  • @carlossacerio431
    @carlossacerio431 Год назад +2

    Leaving August 8th, so nervous yet super determined

    • @yartmus
      @yartmus Год назад

      Hope it goes well for you! I go september 5th

  • @Fortnite-yt7zf
    @Fortnite-yt7zf Год назад +7

    In the hotel right now. Start basic tomorrow

  • @rehmanshakir20
    @rehmanshakir20 Год назад +5

    Shipping out fifth of July for Army at Jackson

    • @realkevinellis
      @realkevinellis  Год назад +1

      thats awesome!! what is your mos?

    • @rehmanshakir20
      @rehmanshakir20 Год назад +1

      @@realkevinellis 25 sierra

    • @rehmanshakir20
      @rehmanshakir20 Год назад +2

      25-sierra - satellite communications systems operator/maintainer. I got freakin 28 weeks of ait at Gordon. May Allah help me.

    • @realkevinellis
      @realkevinellis  Год назад +1

      @@rehmanshakir20 Inshallah brother.. that's a great MOS btw

    • @rehmanshakir20
      @rehmanshakir20 Год назад +1

      ​@@realkevinellis ayyy man of culture!!! Mashallah!

  • @papijosh6506
    @papijosh6506 Год назад +1

    How did you join overweight? I’m 6’3 280 not sure about my body fat % but I can run a mile nonstop and run 2 miles in 12 mins or so. I’m a big boy yk 😂 I’ve just seen the requirements with height and weight and have been discouraged from actually contacting a recruiter

    • @realkevinellis
      @realkevinellis  Год назад +1

      You will be ok!! Let the recruiter tell you what needs to happen

  • @Nmsss760
    @Nmsss760 Год назад

    Thank you so much

  • @BonnieBunny118
    @BonnieBunny118 Год назад +3

    I’m headed out next year after Graduation! I’m nervous but super excited!

  • @tw1876
    @tw1876 Год назад +1

    Thank you

  • @duped8273
    @duped8273 Год назад +1

    I'm joining the army reserves through the split training option

  • @xXenithx_Gaming
    @xXenithx_Gaming Год назад

    Anyone else going to bct at Jackson sc July 12?

  • @marwankareem477
    @marwankareem477 Год назад

    Ft jackson October 3rd anyone ?