Are You Joining a Military Service Such as:-
Physical Preparation is the key.
All three military services stipulate that all potential recruits complete a PJFT (Pre Joining Fitness Test). Fitness protocols for the induction of military personnel will vary. Sailors and Airmen employed in technical support roles would not be required to achieve and maintain the same levels of fitness as front line infantry personnel. However, the single largest reason for people failing recruit training in all its forms is lack of physical preparation.
Examples of minimum standards for potential Elite troops:
Gym Tests
60 press ups in 2 minutes
80 sit ups in 2 minutes
6 over grasp pull-ups
Minimum of Level 11 on the bleep test
The conduct of these tests is very strict!
Cardio Tests
3 miles in 22.5 minutes
(Your training preparation should be sufficient to cope with running 4-6 miles at 7 min mile pace).
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Our professionally equipped gymnasium on the lower promenade at Saltburn |
Do not underestimate the requirements of your course
Elite Troops (Royal Marines, Paras, etc)
Do not underestimate the requirements of your course: if you have not prepared yourself you will find the going very tough. Your training in preparation should be sufficient to cope with running 4-6 miles at 7 min/mile pace 3 times per week. In addition to your running, your upper body strength is vital. During the gym tests you must complete certain tasks; the conduct of these tests is very strict and your aim is to complete 60 press-ups in 2 mins, 80 sit-ups in 2 mins and 6 over grasp pull-ups. You must also achieve a minimum of level 11 on the bleep test.
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A prospective Royal Marine Candidate trains hard for his upcoming PRMC course |
The All Round Athlete
Physically, in particular upper body strength, is where some recruits struggle during the first few weeks of training. To help you start strong, our training programmes concentrate on building overall base muscularity particularly focusing on upper body strength and core condition using the body's own weight.
Progression
It is our job to help you achieve your goals in preparation for your recruits course. You will need bucket loads of determination and the willpower to push yourself above and beyond anything you have you have done before
The Instructor
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Demonstration of wide suspended ring press-ups |
Harry Meckiffe
25 Years Experience
British Army PTI
BWLA Coach
Summary
Military physical training by definition will be arduous and progressive. In order to meet the demanding standards required by the British Army our training courses are designed specifically to reflect a military training environment. We therefore strongly recommend that all potential recruits seek medical advice in advance of any high intensity training programme.