How to Physically Prepare for Air Force Basic Training

Physical Training at Basic Training

So, you have joined the Air Force and are getting ready to head off to basic military training? It will be quite a challenging experience. Not only is it important to be mentally and emotionally prepared, but also being physically prepared is crucial. In "basic", you will be working out 6 days a week and marching every single day. Here are some steps to get you physically ready for basic training so you will feel better prepared.

Things You'll Need

• Comfortable workout clothes
• Good running shoes

Instructions

1. Begin a workout regime at least 6-8 weeks before starting basic training. This workout includes running and calisthenics 3-5 times a week.

2. Assess your fitness level. You must be in reasonably good shape to begin this workout. If you have to start with a walk or slow jog until you can work yourself up, it is important that you do.

3. 

   Start with a one mile run (or walk) 3 times/week for the first week and work up to 2 mile runs over the next two weeks. Once you can complete a 2-mile run at a good pace, start running 2 miles 5 times a week. Depending on your fitness level, the following 2-4 weeks you will continue to add mileage and run 3-5 times a week.

4. 

   Include push-ups (knees off the ground) and sit ups in your workout routine because in basic training, you will be doing calisthenics 3 times a week and it is important to be able to complete push-ups and sit ups to pass your physical fitness test (PFT).

5. Get plenty of sleep and it is important to begin getting up early in the morning because in basic you will start your days at 4 am.

Tips & Warnings

• Stay focused and dedicated

• Buy good running shoes

• Eat healthy and get plenty of rest

• Do not overexert yourself and avoid injury

• Seek the advice of a professional trainer or physician before beginning ANY NEW workout routine