I plan on becoming a Navy Seal when im older, what are tips you can give me?

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I'm only 15 but that is what I want to be. I've thought about it for about a year now and i'm dead set on it. I don't want to do there actual work outs, but things I can do to get some what ready. Like how far should I run everyday? how much weight should I carry? How much weight do I have to be able to lift? just things like that. Give me as much info as possible. Thanks!

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First off don't join the Navy to JUST to be a Navy SEAL. I don't want to discourage you or anything but the truth is only 20% of people who go to BUDS/Seals training actually pass. Therefore it would be a good idea for to make sure that the Navy as a whole is a right fit for you....especially if you're not fond of being on a boat for 8 months at a time. I'm not saying you don't have what it takes, I'm just going by statistics of BUDS attrition rate. I just see too many kids get burned by the system.



Secondly I've heard it's possible to enlist in the Marine Corps and apply for SEALs later once you're in. Someone on this site with prior service in the USMC can probably give you a better heads up and if not you can always just ask your local Marines recruiter about possible entry into a BUDS program.



Thirdly, if you want to see as much action as possible (which is normal for someone your age), I would suggest Army or USMC, obviously. I will say this, if you're not absolutely dead-set on Navy SEALS and would just like to get into Special Forces in general, then you might want to consider Army Green Berets. Keep in mind that any entry program into any special forces will be the toughest thing you will ever do. The Green Berets have a slightly lower attrition rate and cover a wider breadth of operations. It's just a suggestion but definitely do some research on the different SF programs in all branches of the military. Also if you want more traditional grunt fighting, then you just might want to get Infantry as your MOS for USMC or Army. You'll probably see more action as an Army Ranger or USMC infantrymen than you would in Special Forces.

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I plan on becoming a Navy Seal when im older, what are tips you can give me?

I'm only 15 but that is what I want to be. I've thought about it for about a year now and i'm dead set on it. I don't want to do there actual work outs, but things I can do to get some what ready. Like how far should I run everyday? how much weight should I carry? How much weight do...

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Hey man, I'm 15 too. I'm joining the military too. Not sure exactly what yet, but definitely something in combat arms. Really looking into Air Force Pararescue. Make sure you're dead set on the Navy SEALs. It's no joke. BUDs is a 6 month haze fest. Statistics say you won't make it. Beat the statistics!



I would suggest running 2-5 miles 5 times a week, mixing up length and intensity. Don't overdue it at first, or you'll injure yourself. By the way, you can get kicked out of BUDs for getting injured too bad, so be careful and smart if you make it there. Have a light day, medium day, intense day, medium day, light day, etc., with the running. DO NOT carry weight....yet. When you get to be 17-18, then start rucksack marching about once a week with at least 45 pounds. Why wait till then? Because we're still growing, and this is the perfect time for you to stunt growth or develop shin and knee problems if you rucksack march regularly at our age. Trust me, that won't help out.



A little weight lifting is good, but you won't see any weight in BUDs. Focus on push ups and overhand pull ups. Vary push up positions. Be a push up king. You''ll do thousands, if not more, in BUDs. Every time you or your boat crew mess up, you have to drop and do twenty(if you really want to, and are self- disciplined, drop yourself every time you mess up at something). Push yourself, and strive to improve your reps every time you workout. If you quit during your own workout, you will likely fail BUDs workouts miserably. Keep that in mind.



Get mentally prepared. Have fun though. We're 15, and this will likely be the best part of our lives before we make it in the real world. But, focus in school and stay in shape. Research BUDs and Navy SEAL history and news. Why do good in school? Because the ASVAB requirements for SEALs are the highest in the Navy, besides the Nuke rating. And they're pretty much Einsteins. Operating is a smart man's game. Also, you'll have to learn dive physics and demolitions, etc., at BUDs.



Good luck man. Know what you're getting into. It's a deadly proffesion.

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Tips : When you first report to BUD/s Always have a pin and paper with you .. Day one Week one Have a nice clean room . ( A Clean ship is a happy ship ) Don't talk back to Instructor Staff Attention to detail is very important . 7 Minutes is Fast but not fast enough , You have only ran on Roads or Walkways , not on sand . The Chances of anybody getting pass that 1st Phase are not very good . Need any more info feel free to contact me via e-mail . Frog Out.........

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