Preparing for Marine Corps boot camp in 2023

Marine Corps Boot Camp is one of the most challenging and physically demanding military training programs in the world. It requires a high level of mental and physical fitness to succeed, which is why it's essential to prepare yourself adequately before heading off to the training. In this video, we will cover the best ways to prepare for Marine Corps Boot Camp in 2023, including both mental and physical methods.

1: Physical Preparation

Start with Cardiovascular Training
Cardiovascular training is essential to building endurance and stamina, which are critical in Marine Corps Boot Camp. Start by incorporating cardio into your workout routine. You can begin with 30 minutes of jogging, cycling, or swimming three to four times a week. Also mix up the duration and length to further build up your endurance and stamina. PS: Don’t forget sprints. 10- 40 yard sprints at a great start!

Strength Training
Marine Corps Boot Camp will test your physical strength, so it's essential to work on building muscle and strength before joining. Focus on compound exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses that target multiple muscle groups at once, However PULL-UPS, PUSH-UPS AND CORE WORK are the MAIN focus.

Practice Calisthenics
The Marine Corps Boot Camp will require you to perform a lot of calisthenics, so it's essential to practice them before joining. Start with basic exercises like push-ups, pull-ups, and sit-ups and increase your reps and sets over time.

Run with a Weighted Vest
Running with a weighted vest will help you get used to carrying heavy loads and build endurance. Start with a light-weight vest and gradually increase the weight.

2: Mental Preparation

Set Realistic Goals
It's essential to set realistic goals before joining the Marine Corps Boot Camp. Create a list of short-term and long-term goals and work towards achieving them.

Develop a Positive Attitude
Developing a positive attitude is essential in the Marine Corps Boot Camp. A positive attitude will help you push through challenging situations and motivate you to keep going. Practice positive self-talk and surround yourself with positive people.

Develop Mental Toughness
Mental toughness is the ability to push through difficult situations and persevere. It's essential to develop mental toughness before joining the Marine Corps Boot Camp. You can do this by exposing yourself to uncomfortable situations and pushing through them.

Practice Good Time Management
Time management is critical in the Marine Corps Boot Camp. You will have to complete tasks within a specific time frame, so it's essential to practice good time management skills before joining. Create a schedule and stick to it, and practice prioritizing tasks.

Practice Mindfulness
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and improve mental focus. Incorporate mindfulness practices into your daily routine, such as meditation or deep breathing exercises.

Preparing for Marine Corps Boot Camp is not an easy feat, but with the right mental and physical preparation, you can increase your chances of success. Focus on building endurance, strength, and mental toughness, and develop a positive attitude towards the training.

Remember to set realistic goals, practice good time management, and incorporate mindfulness practices into your daily routine. With these tips, you'll be well on your way to succeeding in Marine Corps Boot Camp.

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Disclaimer: All views expressed on this video and comments made verbally or written do not reflect the views of the United States Marine Corps or the Department of Defense and are my own.

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[Jarhead]

I grew up on a dairy farm. From age 13 to 20 I got up at 0330 even before school. Milked and fed before and after school and on the weekends. I hauled 30, 000 square bales of hay the summer before boot camp. I finally joined the Corps in 88 to get some damn rest. Hands down Marine Corps boot camp was the best sleep I’ve ever had.

[ryank]

I never did any exercise before bootcamp, longest run in high school PE 1/2 miles. If I can do it anybody can.. I think I ran first 3 miles in 29mins but end of bootcamp it was around 22-23mins.

[AnnePeaceWithGod]

Planking isn't a joke. I use to plank alot. Practice Practice Practice!!!

[totes]

I decided that I wanted to leave for the Marine Corps around a year ago mainly because my stepdad went in in 79, I told him I was dead set on joining, he told that boot camp is certainly not all sunshine and rainbows and I'm aware of the difficult road ahead my whole life everyone has always told me that I am never going to make it in life, your never going to accomplish anything worth something, and that's why I'm joining, So I can prove to myself and everyone around me that I am not worthless and that I'm capable of greatness. I'll be leaving for basic training in around a year and a half, and until then I want to wish all of my fellow poolee's the best of luck. Until then. Semper Fi

[zander]

Planking is no joke, we used to do 5 minute planks before swim practice in high school.

[terrencedrakeford]

Training for OCS…
Plank: 3:45 max
Pull-Ups: 20 Max
3 miler: Sun 24:00 Max

[giovannijuarez]

“when things get tuff in boot camp, which they will. Remember that why that’s going to drive you forward to that finish line.” (par. 7:32). Great advice Taylor

[alexcar]

I appreciate you! I leave to Parris Island on March 26, 2024!
Semper Fi brother!🫡🇺🇸🦅🌎⚓️

[billandpech]

A lot's changed! In 1981 it was a 3 mile run, sit-ups rather than planking, and way more pullups than 3. I don't remember the minimums. I started training 6 week before, maxed out, and got promoted. If that's still done, it's worth it in confidence and momentum!

[tianthomas]

I really appreciate all your videos! It helps me out as I ship out here for the marines in August so thank you!

[OWRx]

Train train train- physically. Don't settle for the minimums. Mentally it's tough, but once you're in the fleet you can go to even more intense training. So just stay disciplined. RAH. 🤘🤘

[michaellawson]

"Why do you want to become a marine?"
I'm bored 🗿🗿

[gutterboyy]

everyone makes it through bootcamp (unless you get injured) the drill instructors will NOT let you fail it’s honestly fun i would just recommend getting in shape if you’re going to infantry school (mainly if you’re going to be in a weapons MOS)

[israeltorres]

I’m 30 joining this year 2023. Kinda needed this video no joke

[thomasp.murphyiv]

Boot camp is the easiest thing you do in the Marine Corp. don't over think it.

[FallujahMarine]

Run. Pull ups. Situps. Mountain Climbers. There, Barney style.

[Brian-qgbm]

I enlisted when "Desert Storm" was still "Desert Shield".
My high school principle came into our classroom and put on some TV for us to watch, the news, because he was concerned that we were about to go to war. I got up, walked out of class, got on my dirt bike, rode to the village airstrip, got on the next plane, flew to Kodiak, walked across the parking lot to Alaska Airlines, got on the next plane to Anchorage, got into a cab and told the driver to take me to the Marine recruiter.
I got there and they told me I couldn't enlist because I still hadn't graduated and I was wearing braces. I walked out the door, took out my leatherman and pulled my braces out, turned back around walked back into the recruiting office and grinned at the recruiter. He stood there with his mouth hanging open, so I opened my left hand and showed him my braces.
They signed me up right then.
I had to go in on delayed entry, because I was still in school. By the time I graduated that spring, the war had already run its course.
Prior to boot camp, I prepared by loading a pack with 50 pounds of sand in a garbage bag and running 5 miles a day. Two and a half in the morning and two and a half in the evening. I also fired 1500 rounds of 22lr a week, three 500 round bricks, since shooting was a known USMC priority. I shot at all sorts of targets but my favorite thing to do was to pick a piece of terrain that I might have to defend, set myself up in a position to defend it, then taking a soda can and set it up where my head would be in the defense. That done, I would assume the role of the attacker. My task then was to figure out how to put a bullet into the can from the bottom of the hill or wherever an assault would have to be mounted from, in order to take that piece of terrain.
I learned to bounce rounds off of surfaces in order to spray the target with ricochets and bullet fragments. Got good at making "bank shots" and things like that.
Once I got to boot camp, most of that turned out to be a waste of time. I did a LOT more shooing as a civilian than I ever did in the military.
The PT thing helped, but I turned out to be a near perfect IST score, so the pressure was off there as far as making the minimums.
Basically, boot camp was easy, except for the stress of walking into a complete change of life situation. Most of that stress was an emotional waste too. All you really have to do, is what you're told.
In Boot Camp, your DI's actually, secretly care about you. They're human too. They do get attached.
I found, this was the last time in the USMC that anyone actually cared about me.

[billkussmaul]

I went through Paris Island in 1967. My advice to prepare: keep it simple. lots of push ups, lots of pull ups, Lots and lots of running.

[RobLindström]

My dad was a Marine and I joined the Army. His one piece of advice to me was it is all a head game. Never say no, never say I can't, let the DI get bored of watching you try and you will do fine. Give it everything you have and don't stop or give up. I had a great time in boot camp with this advice.

[russellbogrett]

I played football in high school and our coach was a retired Marine. I told him I enlisted and he volunteered to work with me and a couple other guys after school. It was still hard but I did it. That was 1975.