09-02-2005, 21:29
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Quiet Professional
Join Date: Jan 2004
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Hemi:
Slow down, relax, and take a deep breath.
You seem to be confused with your distances and times. While not good enough, 3 miles in 23 minutes is a lot better than 2 miles in 21 minutes. Attention to detail is important here and in SF.
Read more and keep the posts shorter. Wait till someone asks you before giving your life's history. You will learn more here, as in most places in life, with your mouth closed.
Remember what the Duke said: "Talk low, talk slow, and don't talk too much."
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09-04-2005, 06:57
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FTFSI
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Fayetteville
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Fellow 18X
Hey All...
I was just told about this site from another guy on AKO who is leaving with me in Oct for Benning for BCT/AIT/Airborne. I'm also in the 18X program, and really just wanted to introduce myself. Pretty much the same info I gave him:
I'm 21, and I went to school at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. Nonpractical classroom banter that has no hands on application wasn't for me, so I moved on. I've been a personal trainer for 3 1/2 years, and I'm trying to stay nice and plump before I leave for basic. Currently I'm right at 5'11", 208lbs, around 11% body fat.
Currently I'm on an endurance program with weightlifting, since I've already got the size and burst strength that I feel will be an asset. Currently my sister and I are running on average 4 days a weeks for distance, and 2 days a week for some sprint and burst strength work. I'm swimming 4 days a week, and lifting approximately 6 (it's nice to train for something this hardcore since I've stopped working. I'm worried about going broke prior to leaving though  ).
Uh, so yeah. What's up guys? As I said, I'm from Texas now residing in Florida until I ship.
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09-04-2005, 08:18
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Aztec, you have not filled in your profile, and you appear to be working on the wrong physical attributes.
The heavier guys do not fare as well at SFAS as the skinny guys with endurance.
If you do not follow the prep instructions with running and rucking, you will not last the first week at CMK.
Good luck, and read the stickies and intros before posting again.
TR
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09-04-2005, 12:18
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Reaper, I will gladly read through all of the introduction material and take advantage of whatever info you guys can offer. I also however have a suggestion in regards to you reading - I stated that I know my size is a problem and that I'm working on endurance now. I have roughly 2 months to train strictly for that aspect. I'm completely comfortable with my burst strength - it's the muscular endurance that I've been trying to condition and work on prior to my signing. Thus, my suggestion would be to read and comprehend what I'm saying such as, "currently my sister and I are running on average 4 days a weeks for distance, and 2 days a week for some sprint and burst strength work. I'm swimming 4 days a week, and lifting approximately 6," which in itself is example enough that I'm WORKING on endurance. I'm trying to stay thick so I have room to work with. I'd rather end basic at 185-190lbs and in GOOD shape, rather than 165-170 and a scrawny piece of shit.
To each his own, though. We'll see when the time comes how long I last. I don't plan on washing out, chief.
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09-04-2005, 12:37
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Originally Posted by AztecSN95
Reaper, I will gladly read through all of the introduction material and take advantage of whatever info you guys can offer. I also however have a suggestion in regards to you reading - I stated that I know my size is a problem and that I'm working on endurance now. I have roughly 2 months to train strictly for that aspect. I'm completely comfortable with my burst strength - it's the muscular endurance that I've been trying to condition and work on prior to my signing. Thus, my suggestion would be to read and comprehend what I'm saying such as, "currently my sister and I are running on average 4 days a weeks for distance, and 2 days a week for some sprint and burst strength work. I'm swimming 4 days a week, and lifting approximately 6," which in itself is example enough that I'm WORKING on endurance. I'm trying to stay thick so I have room to work with. I'd rather end basic at 185-190lbs and in GOOD shape, rather than 165-170 and a scrawny piece of shit.
To each his own, though. We'll see when the time comes how long I last. I don't plan on washing out, chief.
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Kid, I went through the SFQC before you were born and just finished four years at the SF Schoolhouse.
I have seen almost every class for the past several years. I think that my comments to you are based upon valid experience, but you are free to choose any conditioning program that you want, including none at all.
Now, you can keep your comments about what I should do to yourself, or find somewhere else to post. My reading and comprehension is probably significantly better than yours, especially given your comportment thus far here. This is our board, not yours. If you had read the posts and advice that I directed you to, you would know who is who here and how to start your tenure on this site. HINT: The way you are approaching it will result in you not posting here much longer.
I am not "Chief", BTW, and you need to check the attitude, right now. No one comes to the SF Pipeline intending to wash out. Many do, regardless of their intent. The rate is significantly higher among those who lip off, lack SA, fail to follow instructions, and do not prepare themselves properly.
Have a very SF day.
TR
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09-04-2005, 12:42
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Roger that, sir.
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09-04-2005, 15:08
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Originally Posted by AztecSN95
rather than 165-170 and a scrawny piece of shit. I don't plan on washing out, chief.
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Funny that is what I weighed going through SF training and still do.
Aztec
I'd be careful with your mouth/attitude, physical strength alone will not see you through Special Forces training.
Your size means nothing on todays battlefield, nothing.
Your learning curve is about to become very steep....
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09-04-2005, 16:31
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Originally Posted by Team Sergeant
Funny that is what I weighed going through SF training and still do.
Aztec
I'd be careful with your mouth/attitude, physical strength alone will not see you through Special Forces training.
Your size means nothing on todays battlefield, nothing.
Your learning curve is about to become very steep....
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Well, at least it looks like lots of people will know me once I get to Camp Mackall.
Thank you for the heads up. That's another thing I suppose I should work on prior to shipping, eh?
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09-04-2005, 16:58
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Originally Posted by AztecSN95
Well, at least it looks like lots of people will know me once I get to Camp Mackall.
Thank you for the heads up. That's another thing I suppose I should work on prior to shipping, eh?
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Not sure that you can.
We can make people stronger, faster, better shooters, foreign language speakers, technical experts, and better educated at a lot of things, but we cannot make people smarter, more ethical, or change their personalities.
Just my observation, but you seem to step into a situation with guns blazing and be inclined to open your mouth and smart off with people that you do not know (but should prior to talking). That will also get you in a bind with your fellow students and they will remember that on their peer reports. There is always someone watching.
Not saying that you can't try to change, but those habits you are displaying here will get you non-selected and/or booted off a team. I have known several guys who had very little team time and found their rucks in the hall with a note saying to report to the B Team.
Just my .02.
TR
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09-04-2005, 16:59
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Well, at least it looks like lots of people will know me once I get to Camp Mackall.
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If you think that that is a good thing, you will be fun to WATCH !!! You have no idea, you'd better start learning how to focus on the 25M Target, keep your mouth shut and your head down.
Later
Martin
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09-04-2005, 15:02
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Guerrilla Chief
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Hello!
Ambush Master pointed out the fact I failed to read all the stickies when I registered for this board.
Anyway, I'm Jeff Flint. I work as a postal worker in Harrisburg, PA. I was on active duty with the Air Force for 10 years, then switched to the PA ANG and now flying with the 193 Special Operations Wing as an ECS (Electronic Communications Section) member.
I stumbled across this site by accident. I was given a MOLLE ruck by a friend, and trying to figure it out! It's different than the ALICE I'm use to (have a med that I've owned and used for years), that's for sure.
I'm sure that I'll enjoy my stay here.
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09-12-2005, 16:31
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SF Candidate
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Introduction
Hello,
I am a college student and will be graduating in December. I recently signed, and I am now in DEP with an 18x contract. I am 23 years old and reside in Charlotte North Carolina. I'm here to learn and hopefully increase my chances of success.
I would also like to thank the administrators of this site for the invaluable resource.
-David
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09-12-2005, 22:32
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Bladesmith to the Quiet Professionals
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Originally Posted by sdave
Hello,
I am a college student and will be graduating in December. I recently signed, and I am now in DEP with an 18x contract. I am 23 years old and reside in Charlotte North Carolina. I'm here to learn and hopefully increase my chances of success.
I would also like to thank the administrators of this site for the invaluable resource.
-David
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Welcome David.
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