x-grunt
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Hi all/Salut,
I have read through many posts here and have some questions about doing my BOTC at Venture.
First off, I am in my 40's. I Have previous service (NCM) from long, long ago so not a complete noob. I honestly have no major concerns about any of the training except the physical stuff - I'm working hard to get my slightly flabby butt in shape again.
So I am wondering about what actually is needed to succeed physically in BOTC and also I would like to know a bit about the leadership challenges. Care to share your experiences?
I would also really like to hear about or from anyone who has been through BOTC (esp at Venture) who did so at a mature age.
What is the physical regimen like? What kinds of things should I expect in terms of daily runs, upper body stuff like pushups and chinups, tests, confidence course, etc. I know what the minimums are for entry, I want to know what the reality of training is. Any info appreciated. I do know the more fit I am the better!
Also, I am curious about the leadership stands - what kinds of things where thrown at you in BOTC? This part of the training sounds very interesting.
Many thanks for any and all responses.
I have read through many posts here and have some questions about doing my BOTC at Venture.
First off, I am in my 40's. I Have previous service (NCM) from long, long ago so not a complete noob. I honestly have no major concerns about any of the training except the physical stuff - I'm working hard to get my slightly flabby butt in shape again.
So I am wondering about what actually is needed to succeed physically in BOTC and also I would like to know a bit about the leadership challenges. Care to share your experiences?
I would also really like to hear about or from anyone who has been through BOTC (esp at Venture) who did so at a mature age.
What is the physical regimen like? What kinds of things should I expect in terms of daily runs, upper body stuff like pushups and chinups, tests, confidence course, etc. I know what the minimums are for entry, I want to know what the reality of training is. Any info appreciated. I do know the more fit I am the better!
Also, I am curious about the leadership stands - what kinds of things where thrown at you in BOTC? This part of the training sounds very interesting.
Many thanks for any and all responses.