12 Tips Before Basic Training - GDS Episode 003

[skatervega7]

Tomorrow I'm shipping to Fort Jackson! Woot!!!

[bigmacatt]

So, I leave for Ft Benning in 3 days and this video was super helpful. Thanks a lot. HOOAH!

[NavySealO3]

You know, joining the army sounds good, but , Obama said that there are gonna be budget cuts with the military, but special forces will still be needed. Should I join the army and then go for green berets? If I join the army and enlist, and then I say that I want to be an officer, which school would they send me to?? Thanks

[chrisant99]

I can't wait till I join

[masterkorn]

@penton11 benning. And no you're lucky the more you endure the more shit you can talk. 400push ups in full battle rattle m4's on hands. Fuck yeah benning!

[MrLethalweezel32]

Does the army have something that I may join (I'm a junior in highschool age 17) that will help me loose weight and get physically fit for army?

[hnic1337]

@MrLethalweezel32 Its called get off of youtube and run fatty.

[prindles1]

Just locked my November 3 and November 9

[kfgsdfgsjfskd]

Leave in 5 days for jackson!

[54CFC]

@kfgsdfgsjfskd

YAY! (: Good luck too you! I still have to take the ASVAB. I'm trying to get into the army reserves.

[dylanxsv]

does anyone know why there are no infantry jobs open? btw you are a good public speaker sir.

[inuyasha0xpk]

i can get my military id before basic??

[Holehpper]

Very helpful! Leaving for basic on the 24th, to Ft. Sill ,to become a 13Fox!

[rvbgrifrules]

very good video, and very eloquently spoken. thanks

[guitarhamster102]

I leave tomorrow for Benning lol. Too late for the advices.

[Mattymiller3]

leaving for british army basic tomorrow, nervous as shit now :( but it will al be worth it!

[erickmclark]

Jan 23rd Ft Leonard Wood for Basic then Ft Huachua for AIT 35F

[NSauerbier]

I ship June 30th to Fort Sill for Army BCT

[HOOAHBRINGSHURT]

i go to BT next week and my running sucks. FML

[wsuppsteven]

Ft benning April 23rd! airborne infantry all the way!

[reliablethreat23]

before leaving to bootcamp...run, do push ups and sit ups everyday...repeat until your ship date...you'll be fine.

[school1554]

I leave for bct at Ft Leonard Wood, Missouri on January 17th 2012. MP Hooah!

[girsonfire]

Good Tips

[girsonfire]

Ship January 3 for Fort Jackson

[Steez2Passout]

@girsonfire Hey, I ship for basic on January 3rd as well. Fort Jackson.

[girsonfire]

@Steez2Passout Cool what MOS

[Steez2Passout]

@girsonfire 35S Signals Collector Analyst

[girsonfire]

@Steez2Passout 25U Signal Support Specialist

[killerstrail]

hey david Im 17. I want to join the military but i have talked to my parents about it and my dad hates the idea. Are there any tips to help him let me go to the Army?

[dumasbobcat]

@killerstrail I just told my parents about me going to the Guard, i told my parents why i wanted to do it, and they seemed to agree, just talk to them and get their point of view, at the end of the day its still your decision. hope this helps a little bit, HOOAH

[MRCLUTCH808]

Thx

[Jaklamtak]

im 16, and never even thought about the army, but dayum thats a lot of basic stuff you actually have to get to know b4 even applying :O. thanks great video

[atigers850]

Leaving for Basic June 24, 2012. 20 days after my HS Graduation. FT. Jackson, SC.. Cant wait!

[godavidstrong]

@atigers850 HOOAH! ALL THE BEST! What's your MOS?

[atigers850]

@godavidstrong My MOS is 35N , Signals Intell Analyst!!

[MrJhuneo1]

@atigers850 hey man, i will see you there at BCT bro. :)

[atigers850]

@MrJhuneo1 Not tryin to sound like a creep man, but keep in touch forreal!! Might become battle buddies!! Never know! hahaha

[MrJhuneo1]

@atigers850 yeah man for sure bro

[MikeTheBonePlayer]

@atigers850 Leavin to basic June 6 Ft. Jackson as well, 35F

[Penten11]

@atigers850 You Get To Go To Fort Relaxin Jackson ! Lucky Lol. Fort Bennson For Me xD

[DJSIQGRINDER]

hi I'm shipping off to BCT on April 17,2012 at Ft Leonard Wood,MI and I was wondering how's the weather there around that time...and also what brand is your new camera? lol :)

[yungmoney922]

@DJSIQGRINDER Ft Leonard Wood March 9th 2012 here for Military Police. I here it get's hot as hell during the day and cold as shit during night lol. Be prepared for the unknown is all I can tell you man.

[dubbys]

What should be your maximum number of reps for Push ups and sit ups before leaving? Thanks

[pasajero537]

It's sad that Fort Knox no longer conducts BCT :(

5/15 G Troop HOOAH!

[normanowns0613]

I leave Nov. 22nd. Im subscribed to your page & Ive been watching your videos for weeks. Theyre great! thanks for the time & effort making these videos.

[litoak47]

Thank you sir, shipping the 15th of november to benning.

[luvtwinkie1993]

The AKO website is f----ing annoying for the past 3 weeks I've been having trouble

[godavidstrong]

@luvtwinkie1993 Oh, I know! I hate AKO, but you'll have to get used to using it. To play devil's advocate, AKO is a major portal to every bit of knowledge, help and training you could want to gain. Kinda have to make the best of it and take the good with the bad. :/

[deguimerautube]

Best video about getting ready... All other videos talk about boot, this one talks about getting your life straight before you head out. It's food for thought, when you can go train without worrying about the little things; makes a big difference.

[YoungSteve17]

FT.Jackson February 27th

[CaseHouser]

thank you! very helpful

[godavidstrong]

@CaseHouser Glad to have helped. :)

[MsDisturbedpuppy]

@bkyungplaya thank u for the tips

[MsDisturbedpuppy]

im a female and wanna be in the army, any tips??

[bkyungplaya]

@MsDisturbedpuppy start running 3-4 miles a day..trust me it will help u big time..also work on the proper way to do pushups and situps because the army standards are different..

[pogisiG]

david i been in the army 6 yrs,can u give me tips on how to pass my pt test,im a fat fuck and i play COD all day..

[IamViraPeter]

I Go To Basic July 25 Ft. Benning. Any Tips?

[godavidstrong]

@IamViraPeter Go to my website and see the frequently asked questions page (click the link at the top). I added some tips there.

[AlphaSniper11]

@IamViraPeter get in shape fast. work out atleast a few times a week

[derkdirtydiggler]

hey I ship November 14 and just wanted to say that you should get your pocket PT guide at your MEPS stations after you sign your contract

[godavidstrong]

If you were misdiagnosed then your medical records should reflect that and then bipolar disorder is a non-issue. Lying gets people hurt and/or killed including the person that lies at worse. At best one only gets caught and discharged. So don't lie. If you're going to try to enlist, then do so sparing no information that is asked of you. However, don't volunteer information that wasn't asked either. If someone encourages you to lie, then that person is not thinking of your well-being!

[monstadakid]

hey david i was diagnosed with adhd when i was 5 and when i was 12 they said i was misdiagnosed but actually i had bi polar which the test the pyschiatrist game was 400 questions i was 12 so i just filled in anything ..i dont get mad easily i get mad at what normal people get mad at ....but my problem is you cant get in the army with bipolar and i dont wanna lie but my dad who was in the coast guard said to lie to the recruiter what should i do

[Matt90Attack]

I leave to FT Leonard Wood also on August 30th. Thanks for posting this video

[godavidstrong]

@Matt90Attack You're welcome.

[systemaddictshock]

@Matt90Attack I bet you got the jitters right now.

[PatrickkkSTAR]

I leave Monday for Fort Leonard Wood. 92g , any last advice ?! David!?

[godavidstrong]

@PatrickkkSTAR Just do what your drill sergeants tell you to do and when they intend for you to accomplish the task. Remember it's all a head game. Don't take every too personal, if even at all. Have fun! In as much as BCT will be extremely stressful at times, you WILL get a lot of laughs, maybe even out of your drill sergeants. :) Trust your training and do your best. What you read about in your smart book is relevant--cover to cover. Don't take your BRM instruction for granted!

[godavidstrong]

@PatrickkkSTAR Remember these three things: SPORTS, The Four Fundamentals and Muzzle Awareness! You'll learn why later if you don't know now. TRUST ME!!!

[UsArMyRaNgErS99]

@PatrickkkSTAR GOOD LUCK IN BASIC

[PAairsofter]

My platoon gets smoked every future soldier training event every week lol. It's great. I leave for ft. benning this monday so I'm done with that.

[BioHazardPro1]

Where can I get my CAC before OSUT?

[Carl2]

Its all a mind game......you wont feel it after a while, and they cant smoke ya forever and the sergants have to sleep sometime

[MrWestpoint2311]

I ship to Basic this Monday to Fort Jackson and am 17yrs old just graduated from high school and turn 18yrs old in basic do I get a cake or somethin?

[godavidstrong]

@MrWestpoint2311 No you won't get a cake, but if you decide to inform the drill sergeants that you are turning 18, they will gladly smoke you and anyone else around for each year you've lived--for fun of course, they just won't smile about it. OR they might make you do a wonderful exercise where you repeatedly jump really high and shout each time, "I'm a bright shining star!". It all really depends on where you go for basic training and who your drill sergeants are. And I kid you not.

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[godavidstrong]

School will help you as far as promotion, and if your degree is related to any particular job in the Army that also helps, especially if you decide to become a commissioned officer at some point in your Army career.

[MrJorrad]

Hey david, thanks for the tips man, i get shipped to jackson this november, so i got a bit of time in between now and basic but im gonna definently use these tips. My thanks to you and who knows maybe we'll get stuck in a platoon together one day. Thanks man! :)

[godavidstrong]

@MrJorrad No prob

[sXesteve1]

@godavidstrong Hey David I'm joining up after my year of College. Will I get credit for college when I enlist. My recruiter told me I get credit already for Jrotc but will school help me as well?

[bb33nnii]

btw, i know ill receive an answer for my question rite after i join but i like to know before hand so i can prepare

[bb33nnii]

im not sure where to find this information so im just gonna ask u. junior in hs, and wants to join the army RESERVES. i understand that i'll get the same benefits as the active, but i was wondering if ill be going to basic training this summer if i join rite now. if ur not sure, can u tell me where to find this information. thanks bro

[godavidstrong]

@bb33nnii When you ship for basic training is VERY uncertain. There is no way to tell you until you go to MEPS, take the oath of enlistment and see your career counselor. There is no way of knowing prior to that I'm sorry.

[bb33nnii]

@godavidstrong no problem bro, thank you. hooah!

[bb33nnii]

@MrRipper222 keep it up, but u gotta do more than that buddy

[godavidstrong]

@MrRipper222 Awesome. Keep it up.

[CroCkz01]

that helped quite alot...im actually waiting to take my asvab...anything else u can tell me to help me pass?

[godavidstrong]

@CroCkz01 Stay tuned. I'm working on a video about Red Phase. Just gotta finish researching it. The phases are really intricate.

[sgtchief]

I don't think your average person joining the army will have much financial obligations.

[219Raul]

Hey im 17 years old and a junior in high school I want to join the Army and i want help on knowing what i need to know and how to prepare myself can anyone help me please ?

[707Airsoft]

Hey guys. I need help. Im 16 and im 25 credits behind in school and im a junior. Do i need a HS Diploma to join the army reserves? Or will they allow me to join with a GED, instead of a diploma? If anyone knows, that'd be great. Thanks.

[godavidstrong]

@707Airsoft You can join with a GED or Diploma. It doesn't matter so long as you completed a high school level education.

[pvtking18]

@707Airsoft bro the army takes less then 5% of ged holders a year,i have a ged but i went to job corps and i have established clock hrs similar to college credits so i count as a hs graduate

[MrsGlamour88]

@707Airsoft If you get a ged you may have to have 15 college credits to enlist. Also sometimes they have ged slots available. In that case you would only need a 50 or above to enlist. Thats if your joining the army.

[dgary37769]

@707Airsoft technically you can join with a GED but my buddy was just denied by the army because he had a GED and not a highschool diploma

[RSSchumacher83]

@707Airsoft it's not as simple as that. You can join with a GED sometimes, you may need a wavier or 15 college credits. With only a GED you will more than likely not be able to receive a bonus. Quickest way to have all of your military questions answered...go to your local recruiters office. The internet is filled with misinformation about the military. Good Luck.

[msdesoto05]

@707Airsoft you can join w/either. But do know that if you decide to join w/a GED you will need 15 hours of college credit to go along with it.

[707Airsoft]

Hey guys. I need help. Im 16 and im not sure if i'll get a diploma, cause im 25 credits behind in school and im a junior. I plan on getting in the army reserves, but do i need a diploma? Or can i get in with a GED? I asked my dad and he said i need a diploma, but im wondering if i can get in with a GED, instead of a diploma.

[thebrownguy79]

Insomnia is kicking my ass because I'm in the process of reenlisting. I've been out of the military for over ten years and joining the Army. You've hit every tip on the head! When I joined the Air Force back in 2000, i went in with no pre-knowledge of anything whatsoever. I've elected to go through Basic Combat Training instead of the half ass one month training offered to prior enlisted individuals at Ft. Sill. Study up on everything Army and get your asses whipped into shape. Most important

[sbabigrl91]

This video is very helpful, thanks for the tips

[HELPxOPPSx]

how long is basic?

[AttackBitPress]

@HELPxOPPSx I believe it's 9 weeks.

[sexytrackstar2008]

IS THIS ALSO FOR ARMY RESERVE?

[godavidstrong]

@sexytrackstar2008 Active, Army Reserve and Army National Guard

[MrAmericanNinja]

You are spot on here.

[luke11620]

Great tips as usual Man, thanks for sharing and don't worry about them trolls lol, Ure doing a great thing for all of us future soldiers.

[godavidstrong]

@luke11620 Thanks Luke!

[mjjcng8958]

the fact that you are serving is great. i love you for that man. thanks so much

[ChanVideos]

I'm a 17 year old Junior in High School.. Should I join the Reserves? I have no money for College or Job. Any advice would be awesome.

[TheThekid0909]

@ChanVideos I am 17 and have joined the reserves and plan on doing ROTC to.. I am gonna have full tuition pay at uw milwaukee. Also if I get accepted into a med school the army plans on putting me through that.. Go to college so you dont do shit work when you get deployed.

[ChanVideos]

@TheThekid0909 Figured out I can't. I'm 71 inches and only way 120 pounds. I need to gain like 15 pounds before I can.

[godavidstrong]

@ChanVideos Don't be discouraged. You will need to definitely start some weight lifting and eating healthily (three square meals with healthy snacks in between). Don't do too much cardio outside of running, keep running but every so often to start.  If you really want join the military and you are truly motivated and driven, then you'll do what it will take to get enlisted. Think about it and dig down deep. I believe you can do it! :)

[ChanVideos]

@godavidstrong Thanks :D I really appreciate your advice :) I already have weights class in school and I am sure I have already gained a few pounds since the last time I checked my weight because I haven't checked in a few months. I try to eat a lot but I just have a high matabilsm(*?) and it's hard for me to gain weight. But I have heard that spaghetti is my best friend when it comes to gaining weight and building muscle, what do you say about it? Thanks again. :D

[godavidstrong]

@ChanVideos Make sure you getting a good source of protein before and after your workouts. Protein is what your muscles need to recover and grow. All the best!

[Senmaru98]

Thanks for the tips. This is great for newbies like me. :)

[MakeupMelody22810]

oh my god! he is trying to help future soldiers out!!! shut up! who cares if hes gay or if hes not? its AMERICA.

[mrpaddywagon]

no offense, but did anyone mention anything about you being gay? i know back in july they were still on the subject of dont ask dont tell, and you have a gay accent. just sayin'. so was that any problem for you?

[godavidstrong]

@mrpaddywagon How would you know with whom I sleep with behind closed doors, based solely upon my accent? Your line of questioning is predicated upon the assumption or belief, that one can undeniably determine that a person sleeps with x ("x" being whomever) because of y accent ("y" being the type of accept identified). Let me answer your question with a question. What kind of an accent does a murderer have? German, Arabic, or how about American? Your stereotypical reasoning is offensive.

[DirtyDebFurn]

@godavidstrong Gay man response^^^^^

[godavidstrong]

@mrpaddywagon Now had you simply asked if I am gay, I wouldn't have been offended because that would appear at least somewhat genuine, straight forward and honest. Or if you'd asked me my thoughts on the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy I would have had a lot to tell you. You, young man, committed a major fraggo.

[mrpaddywagon]

@godavidstrong i would apoligize if you werent gay, but if you are, then i think my question was fine.

[godavidstrong]

@mrpaddywagon Your statement dismisses the reality of the wrong that stereotyping is. It's just as if not more offensive for to ASSUME that y ou're one of those young rich white boy who has nothing better to do than troll people's YouTube channels. But saying that robs you of the benefit of the doubt that you might genuinely be far from what prejudged you to be. But I know better and wouldn't say such a thing. I could care less about your question, it's the wrong of prejudice I'm after.

[godavidstrong]

@mrpaddywagon Bottom line is this. Prejudice is a dangerous and forbidden weapon. More importantly the irony of using this weapon is that the user must always be prepared and understand that the same force with which you prejudge a person can just as easily be turned upon you, and is usually much more hurtful than the way you inflicted the first blow. I won't be communicating with you any longer because I fear I casted my pearls before a swine and spoke over your head.

[BootCamp4Me]

really nice tips... thanks a lot

[angelrach06]

Great advice, I'm leaving soon, this was helpful!

[godavidstrong]

@angelrach06 you're very welcome! :) when do you ship?

[mariamurray91]

thank you

[liftinislife91]

i work out everyday use a punching bag for cardio i did mma training for 3 months lol i think im ready i have like 8% body fat.. i can run 2 miles in 13 minutes i think im ready before i even go :) what you think

[godavidstrong]

@liftinislife91 you're definitely ready! sorry for the late reply.

[grant2053]

How do i get my CAC, i don't ship to basic until June 5th so what do i have to do to get it?

[godavidstrong]

@grant2053 talk to your recruiter to see if he/she will take you to get your CAC card now. you most certainly can. I did. just make sure you speak up about it. you'd be surprised how much you can get by asking--on the same token, you'd be surprised how much pass people by in the army do to sheer misinformation or just not knowing. :) good luck with your army career. :)

[SSGPETTY210]

Def some good info being put out here. godavidstrong is giving out great pointers, and viewers who are debating on joining should listen to these 12 steps. There are many more that can be mentioned as well. I am a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, and I agree with this guy. Good luck to future members, and please complete the cycle ready to work when you get to your first duty station. And please know what discipline is. There seems to be a lack of it now a days.

[twilightlover637]

@ godavidstrong have you joined the army just curious

[GDXVX]

Great job on everything my friend.

[DistantIdentity]

Great Tips Thanks

[turbotrooper84]

Great video. I'm looking at doing the army reserves early next year and this was exactly the info I was looking for. Big thumbs up.

[VBH8888]

cant wait to finish basic, the workouts are to easy for me but hey alteast other skills to learn. run 6min 40sec mile, 80+ pushups , situps 400+, and marching not a problem for me

[MrNell84]

Hey David we may be ken folk lol we have the same last name! And I'm trying to get into the Navy I pray all goes well with it. And good luck to you man do our country proud!

[dacaptain84]

Thanks David, I am joining the military in a few months and I found this information very useful.

[Martinez0336]

hey dude i would like to knoe more about the I.D how can i get it ? im shippin OCT 12 to basic .. i got the ID they give u on ,meps future soldier ID !! BUT I WANT THE REAL ONE !>? send me a mess thank you !

[thedutchone4201]

Hey thanks for taking the time, to make this video.. 

[omgitstanae]

Thank you for these tips! I will put them to use! I'm looking forward to joining the Army Reserve soon!

[godavidstrong]

@arnoldprime You're welcome.

[kinksandcurls]

lol I have my pocket guide.. I'm working on my push ups thats my weak area so far I can only preform 1 good one. so yeah I have a long way to go.

[godavidstrong]

@kinksandcurls I believe in you! You can do it!! :) 

[RacngRican]

awesome bro I'm in the process now of joining just hav to loss 2% body fat n i go to meps do the physical n swear in.. I appreciate u sharing

[godavidstrong]

@RacngRican You're welcome.

[MarcoBrolo]

When do you ship out ?

[godavidstrong]

@MarcoBrolo I ship out on August 4th.

[kmfiske13]

seriously thank you so much!as you were speaking i was constantly opening up new tabs to do some research on some of your topics like drill weekend, the pocket pt guide (which is also a available PDF file online

I have some some past research and im not sure if the phonetic alphabet is no longer required for the Army but possibly still the Navy

Again thank you so much!!

[godavidstrong]

@kmfiske13 You're very welcome! Glad I could help.  If you find anything new, please let me know so that I can update any incorrect information in this video. Thanks! :)

[g3tlucky7]

i dont know if anyone else is seeing this....but you are on point man. it is like you are a pro, the vids, tips, and advice. i just want to ask you something, are you already in army or like the rest of us trying to get to bmt.lol i never seen so many people that WANT bmt

[godavidstrong]

@g3tlucky7 Sorry to reply late. I just saw your comment. I am awaiting to ship to basic combat training. And I agree, I didn't expect to see so many people eager to go to bct/bmt. lol

[usafmason21]

great video bro. im switching to the army in fact i leace for meps tomorrow. keep posting i love your vids

[godavidstrong]

@usafmason21 Cool. How come you're switching to the Army? All the best at MEPS tomorrow!

[B1urred]

Dude your awesome! I understand the Army and the Air Force are two different branches, but I've been following some of these techniques without even realizing it. I leave in a month and I've been working out essentially hard. On another note, is it me or did you lose some weight? You're looking good bro.

[godavidstrong]

@B1urred Awesome! Keep up the good work. Yep. I began to intensify my work outs three weeks ago with a combination of Yoga, Balanceball workouts, P90X, while running and sprinting every other day. Running too much daily can thin me out fast, so I try not to do too much of it, but just enough to open my lungs, strengthen my heart and increase endurance. The lost weight has been a plus even though I was always under my Max Weight.

[sunshineloft]

another great video. I am leaving for basic on October 4th for 88m. You can add that they need too drink a lot of water before they get ready for PT.

[tetrafin917]

Great vid im sure alot of it goes for the Marines too. And congrats, you look like if you have lost alot of wieght from your earlier vids.

[godavidstrong]

@tetrafin917 Thanks! I did. I've been on a strict workout regimen until basic training. its hard some days, but i've never felt more fit. 

[tetrafin917]

@godavidstrong Way to go, keep it up man.

[MorenoChulo92]

Another great video man keep it up