People train for years to do this - The Spanish Special Forces fitness test

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  • @Rycamcam
    @Rycamcam Рік тому +4498

    The training instructor was so humble and gracious at the end where he said you're now his superior. What a gentleman!

    • @KrlKngMrtssn
      @KrlKngMrtssn Рік тому +244

      Spaniards are educated to become gentlemen and fair competitors. Don't forget, only a few nations managed to hold up a global empire for 300 years.

    • @ninosoldado6361
      @ninosoldado6361 Рік тому +36

      ​@@KrlKngMrtssnthats it , thanks for the words brother

    • @juanalvarez5550
      @juanalvarez5550 Рік тому +34

      Sí, yo estuve en Operaciones Especiales, España.
      Muy duro, pero muchísima educación.

    • @arielgarcia5065
      @arielgarcia5065 Рік тому +64

      In Spanish army there's no reason to not be nice if you haven't done anything wrong

    • @MaMastoast
      @MaMastoast Рік тому +23

      @@KrlKngMrtssn Im not saying you are wrong about modern day spaniards, but im pretty sure being fair competitors doesnt have anything to do with having a global empire, quite the opposite infact

  • @manhattan1vato
    @manhattan1vato Рік тому +5822

    I was in the Spanish Army for three years. The maximum amount of pullups I ever did was 20 (with good form). I never ran under 13 seconds. I saw a girl scream with a panic attack in the tunnel (though we did it with more people, going in both directions). This guy's form is absolutely outstanding. You have to have tried this kind of thing to understand how good of a form he has.

    • @fugu4163
      @fugu4163 Рік тому +221

      He is basically a norwegian marine.

    • @JacobSparks23
      @JacobSparks23 Рік тому +153

      This is special forces test, not regular army training,

    •  Рік тому +84

      ​@@JacobSparks23yes we all know thanks

    • @SaltNBattery
      @SaltNBattery Рік тому +78

      Not trying to be rude, when was the last time Spain was involved in a war? 1815? They stayed out of all the World Wars and to my knowledge haven’t been involved in anything significant in over 200 years. How many generations of Spanish soldiers have never seen combat? All of them. No Spanish soldier alive today, nor their fathers or grandfathers or great grandfathers have ever been in combat. If I’m misinformed, please correct me, like I said I’m not trying to be rude, I’m genuinely curious.
      I respect that Spain is nothing like my country and in perpetual wars for Israel and billion dollar corporation profits. Our military are basically just mercenaries at this point, they’ve done nothing to “defend us or our freedom” like NPC bootlickers like to parrot.

    • @carmenaranjita5321
      @carmenaranjita5321 Рік тому +251

      ​@@SaltNBattery the last war Spain fought in was the civil war which ended in 1939.
      There are loads of people still alive who lived through it and remember some.
      Also Spain intervenes and helps in conflicts in different countries. Like everybody else, we have an army.

  • @Innomen
    @Innomen 9 місяців тому +1352

    The level of niceness on this guy screams competence. I bet he's a monstrous badass in actual combat. That has always been my experience, because exceptional people inherently get confident and real confidence is the opposite of blustering showy insecurity. Those people are Extremely chill.

    • @MR-Last-rj6lb
      @MR-Last-rj6lb 7 місяців тому +4

      And a complete risk to those they are "training".

    • @alfonindatube
      @alfonindatube 7 місяців тому +10

      That's so true

    • @Deadbeatcow
      @Deadbeatcow 7 місяців тому +36

      ​@@MR-Last-rj6lbWhen you're training the best of the best, a bar less than 50,000 people in the world can match, you can be more relaxed in training as they either pass or don't. The basics of every aspect of the military is already long drilled into these soldiers before they even join special forces.

    • @wolfgang4368x
      @wolfgang4368x 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@Deadbeatcowgood, thanks!❤

    • @dominus6224
      @dominus6224 5 місяців тому +3

      I’m glad you’re experience isn’t the reality. Plenty of douches who are capable and plenty of nice guys who suck.

  • @nicdes5540
    @nicdes5540 Рік тому +8202

    This instructor seemed like he was actually a really nice guy ! Pretty cool to see less of a hardass approach

    • @prorangerr
      @prorangerr Рік тому +593

      he's nice to his non soldiers civilians lol

    • @ThinkShink
      @ThinkShink Рік тому +288

      When they have less time to fuck around and a unit that few can ever enter, it actually does tend to create a relaxed instructor, because the standards are just the standards, and they have to tell countless guys they didn't make it that go-around.

    • @jonborno8550
      @jonborno8550 Рік тому +218

      with those kind of standards you really do not need to be an asshole anymore..

    • @chunkspiggle3916
      @chunkspiggle3916 Рік тому

      The entire hardass mentality was invented in the 60's when the US needed to conscript random average joes who had spent the previous 10 years in a cushy office job to ship them halfway across the world and set random asian people on fire. It has long outlasted its original purpose and exists for no reason other than to make bloated welfare queens and other slightly-above-mediocre men feel good about themselves.

    • @MorpH2k
      @MorpH2k Рік тому +129

      Exactly. I don't know about the Spanish SF, but generally most SF only recruit from already trained soldiers and only the very best, so the need to be that hardass drill instructor is not really as necessary when everyone is already an experienced soldier. But I bet he can and will be tough to the applicants when and if it's required.

  • @Neopopulist
    @Neopopulist Рік тому +2093

    5:50 very humble man, says he struggles with the pushups too to make Magnus feel better, love teachers like that. Makes learning what he has to teach much better!

    • @jasonhawkins2717
      @jasonhawkins2717 10 місяців тому +4

      One hundred percent 💯

    • @BWater-yq3jx
      @BWater-yq3jx 9 місяців тому +14

      I don't get when he says at 5:26 that's way harder than normal pushups. They look like normal pushups.

    • @caioeduardo42
      @caioeduardo42 9 місяців тому

      narrow hands, elbows tucked makes you use way more triceps and less back@@BWater-yq3jx

    • @jerrywong9379
      @jerrywong9379 9 місяців тому +64

      @@BWater-yq3jx actually for most people, "normal pushups" allow them to spread their arms further apart, which allows more engagement of the chest and shoulders, I get for calisthenics that's a normal pushup, but yeah, for most people out there this is no normal pushup

    • @spookinoff
      @spookinoff 9 місяців тому +5

      Push-ups are way harder than the old US Army standard. We could sag in the middle or put our butt in the air to rest

  • @elliottcole8406
    @elliottcole8406 Рік тому +1079

    I had the pleasure of working with the Spanish Army at Qala E Naw, Baghdis Province, Afghanistan in 2013 right before they left, including 9 of their special operations guys. It was one of the best experiences in my career. And I got my certificate in cutting Iberian Ham!

    • @k1k2k3k4
      @k1k2k3k4 11 місяців тому +11

      How was it? How do they compare to other nations in terms of competence and reliability?

    • @elliottcole8406
      @elliottcole8406 11 місяців тому

      The rank-and-file soldiers and officers were pathetic. I have stories. But their Special Forces dudes were harder than woodpecker lips. @@k1k2k3k4

    • @Combatives101
      @Combatives101 11 місяців тому +11

      We were there late 2012 in Qala E Naw, I enjoyed the Spanish dining facility. We were there to shut down FOB Todd

    • @elliottcole8406
      @elliottcole8406 11 місяців тому

      Yeah I got there in May 2013 and we were supposed to go somewhere else, but it was taking a little longer to shut down. We were there about 2-3 months then it closed and we wend to Delaram. I think it was MNANG dustoff that we relieved.@@Combatives101

    • @ChrisHenares
      @ChrisHenares 11 місяців тому +7

      I was there too. Qala E Naw, Bala Murghab, Herat. But I was on 2009 and 2010. Great times indeed.

  • @talbech
    @talbech Рік тому +570

    The instructor sounded like a great guy who really wanted Magnus to perform well. Awesome job, both of you.

    • @coolirliswear9548
      @coolirliswear9548 10 місяців тому +15

      Seems like he's a good soldier and also a good leader/instructor. No need to be aggressive if you can make the person you're training understand the reason and meaning behind rules and instructions.

    • @charlesfranks1902
      @charlesfranks1902 5 місяців тому +2

      Let the man fail the test, not his incorrect technique. Everyone doing the test the same way makes the grading easier too.

  • @EliosNex
    @EliosNex Рік тому +2706

    I feel like the instructor was a Magnus fan, he sounded like he was so happy to show magnus how to perform the exercises and his encouragement was spot on! What a great guy! Well done Magnus for another military test passed! Where to next?

    • @zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028
      @zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028 Рік тому +212

      Or just a decent human lmao

    • @Nefville
      @Nefville Рік тому +149

      @@zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028 Or just a great guy. Decent is a low bar to pass, people should aspire to be better than that.

    • @zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028
      @zeinfeimrelduulthaarn7028 Рік тому +59

      @@Nefville Decent would be enough, I would love for everyone to be decent humans

    • @ragarde3861
      @ragarde3861 Рік тому +65

      Just a spaniard, we are usually happier than nordics

    • @johnnyfrankenstein0123
      @johnnyfrankenstein0123 Рік тому +2

      Russia north korea israel

  • @rafapazos06
    @rafapazos06 11 місяців тому +81

    The instructor is an absolute class act. Bravo!

  • @robbiewilliamson9783
    @robbiewilliamson9783 Рік тому +6957

    I love when Magnus tries to joke with super serious instructors 😂

    • @JamesLinenX
      @JamesLinenX Рік тому +88

      Agreed, its hilarious

    • @Oli_Vier1886
      @Oli_Vier1886 Рік тому +13

      Yes😂

    • @jordiferrer9064
      @jordiferrer9064 Рік тому +192

      I'm spanish, and I'm aware of the english language level we have in here... Maybe he didn't understand. Never discard that

    • @luckyspurs
      @luckyspurs Рік тому +77

      He's always got such an innocent naughty impish look on his face.

    • @tasorodri
      @tasorodri Рік тому +28

      Well, he said Magnus needed full power for the pull ups, I think he meant it as a semi-joke, not sure if it's 100% serious.

  • @noAPlease
    @noAPlease Рік тому +173

    Having a blurred out face and masked voice, it's still obvious the guy Magnus was with here was a great guy. Really encouraging and all around jovial. Super cool to see.

  • @allanc2827
    @allanc2827 4 місяці тому +34

    I have been to Spain four times. Love the people. An important value in Spain is personal dignity. It's not what kind of job you have. It's whether you take pride in your work. I even saw a beggar who remained on his knees and prayed to god with eyes closed.

  • @dkitt-1
    @dkitt-1 Рік тому +1497

    Magnus, I really appreciated your effort in this one, because this fitness test had elements that we haven't seen in others. The tunnel/maze test was wild and was definitely more mental than physical. The adherence to strict form in the calisthenics portion increased the difficulty dramatically. Adding weight to the run at the end tested both your physical fitness and mental toughness. The Spanish Special Forces is definitely looking for a specific type of warrior and I gained a tremendous appreciation for the men and women who qualify, and for you. You are a world class athlete. Thank you for this video.

    • @WonderleagueLP
      @WonderleagueLP Рік тому +54

      was this written by gpt?

    • @tasorodri
      @tasorodri Рік тому +19

      Interestingly if this is the corp I think it is there's no woman because the physical tests are so hard that no woman was able to pass yet, I had a friend who was trying to be the very best, she was ripped but don't know if it would be enough.

    • @SwainixFPV
      @SwainixFPV Рік тому

      @@tasorodri these tests are always made to select the best rather than being necessarly the most applicable, because for sure women would be qualified for everything else. Endurance wise they have just as much too, but I am not really pro-military or trying to join the military so if only men go killing instead of men and women I don't really care ahah

    • @kerolokerokerolo
      @kerolokerokerolo Рік тому +6

      @@tasorodri I assume they will have different standards for female aspirants...

    • @stickydone
      @stickydone Рік тому +70

      @@kerolokerokerolo nah, high level military It should all be equal. You can't risk one teammate not being able to help out someone because their standards were lower than the rest. It's all about end result and safety, nothing to do with the actual gender (not saying there ain't any discrimination or whatever, just that all requirements are equal regardless age, gender, mood whatever)

  • @Nefville
    @Nefville Рік тому +481

    Magnus I was sitting around about a year ago not working, feeling miserable, recovering after a surgery on my inner ear. Then I found your channel and it got me working out again. Now about a year later I'm 37 and in the best shape I've ever been in, feeling great, and it wasn't for watching your videos like this one and getting inspired I don't think I would be. Thanks!

    • @gabrielo4749
      @gabrielo4749 Рік тому +26

      Keep the great spirit up!

    • @WAR-4-YHWH
      @WAR-4-YHWH 10 місяців тому +1

      Also Watch 3 of 7 Project. He's a Navy Seal and does endurance running, biking, anything to keep himself in shape. They also have a weekend camp they run to help people go beyond their normal limit. If I wasn't awaiting surgery I'd love to go. Good Christian tight knit group, but all kinds go.

  • @rodmm3010
    @rodmm3010 9 місяців тому +27

    Both humble genuinely nice people. Refreshing to see content like this

  • @Nakkiteline
    @Nakkiteline Рік тому +246

    that's so cool that they gave you a rank! you performed very well, i think a deep-dive to endurance, what can you achieve in a year in maraton or something would be super interesting! but these military test videos has been awesome too, you're the rare youtubers whose every video i watch as soon as possible! cheers from finland mate!! 😎🇫🇮

  • @tmgthemobgamez2657
    @tmgthemobgamez2657 Рік тому +569

    I am currently training to take this test here in Spain, this video helped me get a better understanding, thank you Magnus !

    • @VodKaVK
      @VodKaVK Рік тому +91

      Suerte chaval, dale duro!

    • @SouthGlass
      @SouthGlass Рік тому +60

      Estás a tope, jefe de equipo

    • @tmgthemobgamez2657
      @tmgthemobgamez2657 Рік тому +40

      @@VodKaVK Muchas gracias, ya casi estamos !

    • @joseluisalonso6627
      @joseluisalonso6627 Рік тому +5

      A por todas

    • @imaginateca
      @imaginateca Рік тому +25

      Recuerda: no vayas hacia la luz, ¡siempre hacia donde esté más oscuro! 😀 ¡¡Ánimo y suerte con las pruebas!!

  • @davidrussell8689
    @davidrussell8689 11 місяців тому +48

    I was invited to visit the base of an elite unit of the Spanish army by a high ranking officer . I was deeply impressed . True professional soldiers ; capable and dedicated . On par with other elite units from around the world .

  • @spicy_fishes
    @spicy_fishes Рік тому +344

    Magnus is going to become one of the most complete athletes ever at this rate… Awesome video!

  • @takeiteasy8847
    @takeiteasy8847 Рік тому +914

    I am always incredibly impressed when Magnus performs endurance tests. It is crazy to have a time like this with no special training.

    • @dongurudebro4579
      @dongurudebro4579 Рік тому +33

      A decent fitness regime and most importantly a smart game plan paired with a sound mindset can bring you to at least to 99% of the best times. The last % is where it gets hard.
      But yeah imennsly impressiv! :)

    • @exanyt
      @exanyt Рік тому +26

      @@dongurudebro4579 Yea magnus has a good mindset for those kinda things, like with the dark tunnels or with the hiking up the hills and then running down the hills to get faster times. His instinct is hella good.

    • @sigmal47
      @sigmal47 Рік тому +32

      No special training? If I recall Magnus ran 4x4 intervals more than once a week for his entire youth and pro climber career?

    • @takeiteasy8847
      @takeiteasy8847 Рік тому +18

      @@dongurudebro4579 absolutely not. For sure mindset plays a huge role. But if you are not really gifted with exceptional endurance your cardiovascular system will just collapse under such a demand. The mindset will make you survive the run but to do it in such a time. Mindset will not be enough. Trust me I ran in a team for years. You cannot will yourself to have good times. The other guys before him also did not lack willpower thats for sure.

    • @takeiteasy8847
      @takeiteasy8847 Рік тому +1

      @@sigmal47 That is powerendurance especially in the forearms. Thats why you do it. It is a different thing to running thoug. Thats like saying - of course Jakob Schubert excells on the competition lead wall - he goes hiking all the time in the mountains of tyrol. It gives some benefits to be generally in good shape but endurance - like strenght - is highly specific to a task and bodypart.

  • @Freebirdz3
    @Freebirdz3 9 місяців тому +148

    I deployed to Spain as a US Navy Seabee in the mid 80s. I miss Spain, the Spanish People, and of course the food.

    • @CroquetaNinjaTV
      @CroquetaNinjaTV 6 місяців тому +11

      We are still here!

    • @Ruano-13
      @Ruano-13 5 місяців тому +16

      Quien respeta y valora siempre tendrá sus puertas abiertas 🇪🇸

    • @killuagato6887
      @killuagato6887 Місяць тому +1

      @@Ruano-13 y quien no también xD

  • @tangerineman27
    @tangerineman27 Рік тому +231

    I hope Magnus knows how huge of a honor it is to ranked as a Colonel right out the gate honorary or not! Massive props!!!

  • @narrowpath9491
    @narrowpath9491 Рік тому +423

    Magnus doing special forces tests is for me the absolute best content on the Tube. We all love the underdog and Magnus is a beast for his size

    • @nesciusplayground
      @nesciusplayground Рік тому +22

      Underdog, lol. He still is one of the best athletes out there.

    • @Eva-mp7xg
      @Eva-mp7xg Рік тому +15

      I agree, the 20kg on a 110kg man is a different challenge than the 20kg on a 70kg man.
      So yeah, you're totally right with the "beast for his size" statement.

    • @juggdogg
      @juggdogg Рік тому +4

      ​@@Eva-mp7xg You're right but it's different to run if youre 110 kg than 75 kg even if it's muscle. I think the optimal for every style would be around 90 kg bw

    • @qweasd9153
      @qweasd9153 Рік тому +4

      @@juggdogg 90kg quite heavy still. I think between 70-80 is optimal.

    • @Eva-mp7xg
      @Eva-mp7xg Рік тому +2

      @@juggdogg I'd guess the ideal weight depends on the distance you run? Sprinters seem to be built bigger than marathon runners (see Usain Bolt v/s Eliud Kipchoge)

  • @emollient3
    @emollient3 5 місяців тому +19

    This was so cool. Good job, Magnus! I was overseas in Afghanistan with Spanish SOF. They are all really chill like this guy. They were the best hosts and even gave us paella, too ❤

  • @ByGuiji
    @ByGuiji Рік тому +387

    I was not expecting a video showing my home country Special Forces. So tuned for this!!

    • @oscarsanchezgiller
      @oscarsanchezgiller Рік тому +3

      Me too!

    • @maxguevara5054
      @maxguevara5054 Рік тому +6

      Yo me he quedado loca 🤣🤣 no sé qué cuartel es este. Pero no sabía que a un extranjero le podía interesar hacer Paef del ejército español

    • @Oscar-iu7zi
      @Oscar-iu7zi Рік тому +7

      @@maxguevara5054 Lo gracioso es que no es el paef si no las pruebas fisicas del GOE, que es el grupo de operaciones especiales militar del ejercito de tierra español, por eso las marcas son una absoluta fumada, 31 dominadas cuando por ejemplo, el 10 en las pruebas de policia nacional son 15 jajaja

    • @karamelo
      @karamelo Рік тому +1

      ​@@maxguevara5054Esta en el pardo en Madrid

    • @maxguevara5054
      @maxguevara5054 Рік тому

      @@Oscar-iu7zi ya ya vi que Goes por la boina. Dije Paef por los abs y las flexiones. Me ha matado en serio 😁🤣 muy bueno

  • @shanybody
    @shanybody Рік тому +282

    I have to say, after so many tests and collaborations, Magnus has definitely become less tense in front of camera with strangers, more natural and loosen with the conversation, much much less "awkward fillers", it feels like the conversation and some small talks are super calming and way way comfortable to watch comparing to the first couple of test videos. And again I really appreciate the fact that Magnus always gives it all without holding back when it comes to making efforts. That genuine feeling on his face is really inspiring and motivitional!! Keep up the great work Magnus!!!

    • @javiermp6608
      @javiermp6608 Рік тому +9

      “Don’t worry about the snakes, maybe you find a wild boar”😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @pwndbaby
    @pwndbaby 9 місяців тому +9

    I'm half way through this video, and i'm so happy you made this video. instructor seemed like a cool dude.

  • @zangao5
    @zangao5 Рік тому +384

    To maximize pushups for endurance, push to failure then drop to your knees and continue to failure. This will increase your ability for max pushups. I never seemed to be able to get the maximum Army test score because of the pushups, even after basic training, till someone advised me to train this way. The next test I maxed the pushup portion.

    • @nigermant6347
      @nigermant6347 Рік тому +13

      thanks a lot

    • @vidividal
      @vidividal Рік тому +18

      this is useful!

    • @nieczerwony
      @nieczerwony 10 місяців тому +7

      I think it's also genetics m8. I had a friend who was able to do 120 push ups at the age of 15. He was extremally fast in sprints also, and strong AF in the gym.

    • @w4rg3rm
      @w4rg3rm 10 місяців тому +1

      I'm going to incorporate this into my regimen.

    • @fifthycharaktersforaqualit7468
      @fifthycharaktersforaqualit7468 10 місяців тому +9

      ​@@nieczerwonyAs far as I know its about your VO2 max your diet your mitochondrial health and what types of muscle fibers you have most (so its part genetics but allot can be done to still perform better than most)

  • @Bawamba
    @Bawamba Рік тому +95

    This was so cool to watch! Big up to Spain special forces for having you, seems like great guys!

  • @dwaynemadsen964
    @dwaynemadsen964 Рік тому +31

    WOW! Great job! I love that you ended on a high note. I'd love to believe that all Spanish SF Soldiers are like your guide, but I bet they assigned one of the very best at interacting with the media and the public. The feeling of camaraderie really came through in the final video. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.

  • @knucklesdk
    @knucklesdk Рік тому +992

    As a spaniard I can only be thankfull to you for doing this, spreading our ways and showing it from the inside. Thanks a lot mate.

    • @briansk6325
      @briansk6325 Рік тому +29

      ARRIBA ESPAÑA HERMANO

    • @Zeioth
      @Zeioth Рік тому +7

      I can't say the same. There have been a strong fascist movement in Spain, and last time that happened, the army perpetrated a coup d'etat and kill thousands of civilians. This kind of video is tremendously dangerous.

    • @fromtheotherside1980
      @fromtheotherside1980 Рік тому +49

      @@Zeioth 🧠📉

    • @frankcastle10
      @frankcastle10 Рік тому +37

      @@Zeioth 🧠📉

    • @adriii_021
      @adriii_021 Рік тому +35

      @@Zeioth🧠📉

  • @marioherrerosiles727
    @marioherrerosiles727 Рік тому +183

    I was waiting for this one Magnus. Proud to see you train with our special ops. Un saludo! 🇪🇸

  • @101personal
    @101personal 10 місяців тому +7

    Magnus , we are astonished on your good condition and attitude. Thanks for your video. Congratulations. Regards from Mexico City

  • @ramsessiereveld2824
    @ramsessiereveld2824 Рік тому +869

    never stop doing these things Magnus, but also never stop "this stupid climbing thing'

    • @NoahGrandry
      @NoahGrandry Рік тому +4

      Yes pleasy, i wanna see more climbing again!😄

  • @Falconn000
    @Falconn000 Рік тому +70

    Shout out to these two legends. The instructor seemed like an awesome and supportive man. Even though it was for a youtube, I do believe he treats his subordinates right.

  • @ManuRomer0
    @ManuRomer0 9 місяців тому +8

    What a beatiful video Magnus,i was smiling all the time😁 i'm so proud of our army,viva España!🔥🇪🇸

  • @scepii
    @scepii Рік тому +428

    That 3km run was absolutely incredible. Really didn’t expect you to perform so well on it.

    • @testie__111
      @testie__111 Рік тому +50

      It's actually almost 12km/h (11.73km/h), that's kinda hard to believe to be honest. In the video he didnt seem to be running THAT fast

    • @Connux
      @Connux Рік тому +41

      ​@@testie__111theres downhills that give a big speed boost

    • @javiermp6608
      @javiermp6608 Рік тому +27

      “Don’t worry about the snakes, maybe you find a wild boar”😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @antflynn7
      @antflynn7 Рік тому +29

      It’s about 5:13 mins per km. I know what that looks like and he wasn’t running at that pace even with the downhills. If you are walking you are dropping to 10 mins per km for those bits. It doesn’t add up

    • @BOB2112420
      @BOB2112420 Рік тому +13

      @@antflynn7 I'm thinking maybe he was supposed to do two laps and he only did one.

  • @TheIrishBiker93
    @TheIrishBiker93 Рік тому +972

    The Spanish Special Forces don't mess around with the entry fitness test. Top notch content as well and the instructor seems like a super nice guy but wouldn't want to get on his bad side as well haha

    • @imaginateca
      @imaginateca Рік тому +59

      Once one of them told me why: they want to know your attitude and also if you have a physical base to improve. They know that later they can make you improve your marks with their training. And they do it 😉

    • @ReDDx666
      @ReDDx666 Рік тому +2

      The end was like giving him candy lol it’s just do or go test

    • @ninosoldado6361
      @ninosoldado6361 Рік тому +27

      ​@@imaginatecaasi es , se trata de actitud y cojones. Ya se puede mejorar cada a dia con esas dos cosas

    • @ManuelSalasM
      @ManuelSalasM Рік тому +12

      It used to be way harder. Back in 1987 when I went to the navy divers course we started 240 men, and only 18 of us finished it. Now even women pass it

    • @SaltNBattery
      @SaltNBattery Рік тому +4

      Haven’t won a war since 1815, stayed out of the world wars. That’s multiple generations of “soldiers” who’ve never seen combat, their fathers, their grandfathers, their great-grandfathers. I’m just confused, how can a military be capable of no one alive from the top to the bottom has been involved in anything significant for over 200 years?

  • @deif1969
    @deif1969 Рік тому +46

    Orgullo de ser español!! Gracias por mostrar un pedacito del esfuerzo que nuestro ejercito hace por toda la patria.

    • @pichafloja7373
      @pichafloja7373 10 місяців тому

      nuestro ejercito no hace nada por la patria, dejan que nos fumiguen, nos traen invasores ellos mismos.....

  • @TerapiBoat
    @TerapiBoat Рік тому +66

    Spanish instructor is really cool. Congrats for your performance, it's crazy!

  • @misanthrophex
    @misanthrophex Рік тому +234

    20 kilos is A LOT
    I wasn't expecting the military dude to be so cool, surprisingly one of the best people I have seen in ages.

    • @oz_jones
      @oz_jones 11 місяців тому +4

      Especially when the vest doesn't distribute the weight evenly and puts a strain on your shoulders

    • @falcodarkzz
      @falcodarkzz 10 місяців тому +23

      3km on a trail with that much uphill and 20kg...in 15mins. Absolutely insane performance.

    • @turntablesrockmyworld9315
      @turntablesrockmyworld9315 10 місяців тому +3

      I wear a 20 lb backpack for my 1 hour walks and it kills me! lol I can't imagine 20 kilos.

    • @k14michael
      @k14michael 9 місяців тому +3

      @@falcodarkzz
      Yup, that’s wild. That’s 8 min/mi pace for almost 2 miles with 44 pounds carry on a hilly course!

    • @CatharticSense
      @CatharticSense 9 місяців тому +6

      Magnus also isn't the biggest guy. If he was a 100kg 1.90 guy 20 kg is more manageable.

  • @neizanepilept4364
    @neizanepilept4364 Рік тому +19

    im from Spain and it makes me so proud that u came to our country, thank you! And i recomend you to do some climbing here in Spain, theres good climbing spots in Asturias or Cantabria.

    • @ciaranandrew8905
      @ciaranandrew8905 5 місяців тому +2

      Irish person here, I can say I feel Spain is the best country in the world, just love the place and its people

    • @Lex-nx7kd
      @Lex-nx7kd Місяць тому

      ​@@ciaranandrew8905thank you for your kind words

  • @qweasd9153
    @qweasd9153 Рік тому +196

    incredible pace in the last test. I struggle to run 5km in 5:20min/km in flat terrain. You did faster than my pace in steep terrain and +20kg without much training for it. Elite athletes are really just build different

    • @SantoRedentor
      @SantoRedentor Рік тому +11

      If you struggle to do go under 5min/km on a 5k you are below average of peole who have trained for it with any intent.
      But agree that Magnus is a pretty strong athlete overall and doing everything he did with no specific training is really good.

    • @qweasd9153
      @qweasd9153 Рік тому +6

      @@SantoRedentor never really trained for it. I just climb and tried running 5k a few times. Just comparing myself with magnus cos I dont think he trains for running and still performs as good as ppl who trains for running, like he aced the last test and I'm pretty sure that spec ops do train for running to some extent.

    • @gmy33
      @gmy33 Рік тому

      ​@@qweasd9153most strong people hate running over 1k :-) .. i remember running with pro decathlon competitors .. they hate the 1500mtr they have to do .. yeah i was middeldistance runner would be fun to do it with 20kg

  • @martinpp95
    @martinpp95 Рік тому +124

    "Somewhere in Spain" right as we see the 4 tallest buildings in Spain haha. Great video magnus, hope you liked your stay in Spain :D

  • @rakka6315
    @rakka6315 5 місяців тому +182

    "Somewhere in spain" shows us madrid from the northwest

    • @MarkanVaran7
      @MarkanVaran7 4 місяці тому

      Where is that

    • @rakka6315
      @rakka6315 4 місяці тому +1

      @@MarkanVaran7 madrid? The capital autonomous community in Spain. Slam dunk in the middle. You can see the four towers of madrid in the drone shot from there you figure out position of base

    • @MarkanVaran7
      @MarkanVaran7 4 місяці тому

      @@rakka6315 tried to find it on google maps the exact same spot but couldnt lol whatever Ive been in Madrid twice fyi Spain has absolutely stunning scenery. I might go through student exchange next year to Malaga. I love Spain, the music,culture and I want to learn the language

    • @weichmacher3973
      @weichmacher3973 3 місяці тому +7

      Ok no secret base anymore

    • @notorio666
      @notorio666 2 місяці тому +1

      Sierra de Guadarrama somewhere

  • @almar0k
    @almar0k Рік тому +40

    Some can only dream to reach your physical abilities. You really inspire a lot of people to push their limits and be modest about it, as you are!

  • @Beamikla
    @Beamikla Рік тому +51

    This is one of the best UA-cam channels, it is so original and I just love how your videos are made, truly inspiring to workout and reach similar goals ! Keep it up

  • @miguimau
    @miguimau Рік тому +9

    Dang, you are in good shape, mate. Cheers from Spain. Actually I had to do much of that stuff (not the tunnel thing , of course) at my High School, our instructors were very strict.

  • @Theironbodysensei
    @Theironbodysensei Рік тому +48

    As a former pfa instructor for the Navy your pull ups were definitely spectacular.

  • @spicy_fishes
    @spicy_fishes Рік тому +64

    This goes to show how elite Magnus is

  • @saudude2174
    @saudude2174 10 місяців тому +5

    I never knew you had such good stamina and spatial awereness Magnus.
    You impressed a lot of people with this video.

  • @aaronhughes7573
    @aaronhughes7573 Рік тому +18

    Magnus tries his absolute hardest with every test ive seen on here. I love his attitude and work ethic.

  • @allogogonzalez5640
    @allogogonzalez5640 Рік тому +149

    Being spaniard myself Im glad that you came here to experience the test for the army, it's always said that it is a super hard test but seing you struggle just put into perspective the training some colleagues of mine have to go through.
    PS. dont say somewhere in spain when you show some of the most recognizables buildings in spain xDD

    • @goekhanbag
      @goekhanbag 9 місяців тому +1

      Where was it?

    • @DavidAguileraMoncusi
      @DavidAguileraMoncusi 8 місяців тому +4

      @@goekhanbagMadrid

    • @diob1234
      @diob1234 6 місяців тому +1

      @@goekhanbag they are so iconic that if you have ever lived in Madrid you can guess the position of the base he was

  • @malumarado1600
    @malumarado1600 5 місяців тому +8

    En España somos así de amables de toda la vida. Instructor de lo mejor

  • @jaumee__
    @jaumee__ Рік тому +73

    The maze part is by far the most difficult part, there's been people who actually needed to be rescued, also people staying for hours before surrender or pass. Also that was the short version and you did it during daytime and it is done during noght, sometimes stormy nights. And you absolutely did amazing man!!

    • @profpuffofficial2
      @profpuffofficial2 10 місяців тому +2

      just keep holding the right wall

    • @musthabe_
      @musthabe_ 8 місяців тому +1

      @@profpuffofficial2 dammit, no wonder i couldnt do it, i kept holding the left wall

    • @profpuffofficial2
      @profpuffofficial2 8 місяців тому

      @@musthabe_ it should work tho same principle

    • @profpuffofficial2
      @profpuffofficial2 8 місяців тому

      @@musthabe_ but if the route has a loop in it can cause issues

    • @TheRiverweasel09
      @TheRiverweasel09 7 місяців тому +1

      I wonder if they have circular routes in there, because my normal tactic in situations like that is just keep going right forever or left forever. If there is only one exit and just dead ends otherwise, it's a tactic that will always work so long as you stay calm.

  • @cahal
    @cahal Рік тому +57

    Damn the physical effort Magnus puts in to his videos is off the charts. 💪

  • @annymus4502
    @annymus4502 8 місяців тому +6

    THIS IS SO COOL TO WATCH AS A SPANIARD!!! 🇪🇸

  • @Zondu
    @Zondu Рік тому +27

    You're probably good at endurance from also rock climbing. Endurance running is about your body's capacity to withstand lactic acid (Causes pain), your muscles ability to utilize oxygen efficiently, and your lungs rhythm and consistency with breathing. All of these are traits you would've gained from your extensive climbing experience.

  • @vikroy3777
    @vikroy3777 Рік тому +25

    The instructor seemed like a really nice guy. Nice balance of pushing and motivation.

  • @mattthompson8657
    @mattthompson8657 11 місяців тому +9

    I've worked with Spanish Marines. They were certainly special!

  • @Zondu
    @Zondu Рік тому +161

    The fact that Magnus' reputation has preceded himself to the point that one of the most dangerous men in the world acknowledges his superiority while shirtless

    • @SnakePliskin762
      @SnakePliskin762 Рік тому +10

      That's because it's not about how he looks it's about what he can do.

  • @MVPhurricane
    @MVPhurricane Рік тому +57

    i really liked this spanish military guy. and magnus is a beast, as always. given the scoring system, a 6.5 is actually outrageously good. and i can't imagine what some of these special forces guys look like-- jesus. the sprinting rubric was completely outrageous-- they seriously have guys who can run 10.5 second 100m in those conditions? insane.

    • @62meta
      @62meta Рік тому +2

      10,5 sounds hard but he could get to 11 / 11,5 seconds if he trains his legs for speed and general muscle.
      He is a little guy who needs to have a high pace with his legs to get to higher speed. But in the video you see he has general endurance but lacks the strength in legs to push him harder forward and in a higher pace.
      And i know fully well that he would smoked me in sit ups, push ups and pull ups.

    • @helmuthvonmoltke5518
      @helmuthvonmoltke5518 Рік тому +7

      ​@@62metaIt's not really a matter of strength though. You need explosiveness and power in your lower body to get a decent 100m time. That's something Magnus obviously doesn't train for.

    • @WlerickBigotOfficial
      @WlerickBigotOfficial Рік тому +1

      Good question, and the answer is no.

    • @abcitiseasyasonetwothree3066
      @abcitiseasyasonetwothree3066 Рік тому +8

      There is no guy who runs 10
      5. Withhout electronic time its like 10.7 - 10.8 time in serious athletics competition.. and that time is really achieved only by sprint based athletes.. thatkind of athlete would not be in military.. if he could do 10.5 and do great inensurance run.. i doubt there is 100m sprinter even who runs under 10 seconds who could do so well as magnus onendurace run.

    • @thegoldenthread-greatstori6795
      @thegoldenthread-greatstori6795 Рік тому +1

      ​@@abcitiseasyasonetwothree3066yeah tbh I'm even sceptical of magnus time in this

  • @GizelleQuant
    @GizelleQuant 7 місяців тому +1

    This instructor was incredibly friendly and professional. This was a fun challenge to watch.

  • @gizzardz8700
    @gizzardz8700 Рік тому +130

    at this point i'm convinced magnus has been recruited by the norway government to get info on other nations militaries lol

  • @tnan123
    @tnan123 Рік тому +23

    Magnus has crazy endurance and strength at the same time. The fitness tests are always fun to watch.

  • @bertvg86
    @bertvg86 Рік тому +18

    Love to see these pushups in contrast to the ridiculous numbers you sometimes hear. Another great episode, thanks for sharing!

    • @nigermant6347
      @nigermant6347 Рік тому

      to be honest, he didn't lock the elbows, and situps lower the upper back and the head than what the instructor said. But those 30 pull-ups were insane, specially when he wasn't comfortable with the grip and couldn't change it. 👋

    • @thunderball11111
      @thunderball11111 8 місяців тому

      @@nigermant6347 With the situps I believe you are allowed to lower your upper back the instructor simply noted that it is not required.

    • @bjen3273
      @bjen3273 3 місяці тому

      @@nigermant6347 The instructor didn't say he had to lower his upper back and head with the situps. He specifically said it's acceptable as long as 2/3 of your back is touching the mat

  • @echodub81
    @echodub81 Рік тому +15

    That captain is impressive, well spoken and sure no joke

  • @erinoconnor537
    @erinoconnor537 Рік тому +9

    Really enjoy these videos. 100x better than the standard UA-cam military fitness test videos. What an athlete.

  • @RaskiPlaski3000
    @RaskiPlaski3000 Рік тому +3

    what a nice instructor! its really motivating to see you doing those tests

  • @luckyspurs
    @luckyspurs Рік тому +7

    I feel like good instructors have a way of making you really like them without giving you too much encouragement.
    Just enough for you to know they're on your side and human.

  • @aicarambaalguem
    @aicarambaalguem Рік тому +22

    these military tests you take are always super fun to watch. It really takes a world class athlete out of breath to show people how hard these tests are

  • @klamxia
    @klamxia 11 місяців тому +19

    That was actually the cleanest 30 pull ups I have ever seen. Your form was absolutely brilliant magnus! I did expect alot from your pulling abilities as a climber, and you surpassed it by double

  • @spotlessmind9263
    @spotlessmind9263 Рік тому +15

    I like that its just a single officer with Magnus.. having cadets around to talk about their experiences is good but this feels more intimate, like the officer is here to evaluate you, not guide you

  • @DannyDeVitois80
    @DannyDeVitois80 Рік тому +19

    Hell yes! “Magnus Tries ____ Military Test” is maybe my favorite “series” on ALL of UA-cam!!
    Let’s go! Magnus is a freaking beast of a little Norwegian man haha 👏

    • @DannyDeVitois80
      @DannyDeVitois80 Рік тому +1

      *** Also, I can’t wait until you make a collaboration with STORROR….. You and Juji should be a part of one of their big “hide and seek” videos lol! 🤙

  • @goodyeoman4534
    @goodyeoman4534 11 місяців тому +4

    Not seen much of the Spanish military but something tells me they are pretty handy soldiers. They certainly have some challenging terrain in which to train, and a large population from which to draw talent.

  • @bassegoder
    @bassegoder Рік тому +161

    My step father was a Spanish especial operations sargent, of one of the toughest COE (compañía de operaciones especiales) on that time (90 to 95). I've seen crazy videos that sine movies like GI Jane are a joke in comparison.
    Actually, the NAVY SEALS stopped makings combined training with COEs because apparently they were too tough and crazy for them....
    After some fatal accidents and crazy stuff, the tests were downgraded, so this you see in this video is the light version of what it used to be.
    Cheers

    • @Davidman3976
      @Davidman3976 Рік тому +46

      I also have heard stories about the SEALS being crushed by the spanish in trainings and friendly competitions.

    • @jimsturt
      @jimsturt Рік тому +8

      doubt it.

    • @m3photo726
      @m3photo726 Рік тому +7

      Y no digamos el BOEL … 😂

    • @joseberna8417
      @joseberna8417 Рік тому +20

      Epoca muy dura de las COE en los 90, solo los mejores aguantaban

    • @andrewjackson82
      @andrewjackson82 Рік тому

      I trained with the seals as a colab with the UK army. They were such a bunch of pussies! It was embarrassing.

  • @r.schumacher
    @r.schumacher Рік тому +13

    It must be the the best feeling in the world to be able to push yourself to the limit. That's what everybody should try to achieve. Such an inspiration!

  • @wolfgang4368x
    @wolfgang4368x 5 місяців тому +2

    Thanks!❤ I am a German, 68 years old, handicpped since years, do a lot excercises in m,y way - so some from here, I use a 4 wheel!❤

  • @hanswoast7
    @hanswoast7 Рік тому +23

    Colonel Mitbø, we salute you.

  • @NSW15355
    @NSW15355 Рік тому +21

    Not a single show on TV can beat this! Nice job Magnus!!

  • @Ferdrew-fw2hr
    @Ferdrew-fw2hr 11 місяців тому +2

    Great stuff dude !! 💪🦾💥🔥
    I respect you and these Forces !! ☝️🇪🇸💯🙏

  • @Bobbzorzen
    @Bobbzorzen Рік тому +19

    Epic episode like always, you're well on your way to becoming the first person in the world to pass every countries special forces training :D

  • @EffigyOfficial
    @EffigyOfficial Рік тому +15

    Magnus is doing a military world tour and I'm here for it

  • @economicsofmarketing
    @economicsofmarketing 28 днів тому

    One of the most interesting video and fitness-video formats ive ever seen. So good commentary and interesting tests all the way trough.

  •  Рік тому +210

    Spanish special forces are one of the most underrated military units in the world.
    ¡Great video!

    • @AZadeh-nd8vx
      @AZadeh-nd8vx Рік тому +8

      Are they? I spoke to my British Marine friend and a few American Marines and they say they're pretty poor...

    • @SaltNBattery
      @SaltNBattery Рік тому +8

      How’s that? They haven’t fought in a war in over 200 years… 1815 was the last war Spain “won”. So we’re talking muskets? I’m not sure how anyone could claim that they’re the best or top of anything, when no one alive for generations has even seen combat from the top to the bottom.
      They didn’t even fight in the World Wars.

    • @carmenaranjita5321
      @carmenaranjita5321 Рік тому +34

      ​@@SaltNBatterybecause we had our own civil war

    • @javiergallardo6102
      @javiergallardo6102 Рік тому +77

      @@SaltNBattery We fought in the 2nd Wold War with the División Azul and the russians were pretty scared of the spanish soldiers, They respected a lot that the officers never took their galons off even in prision. Napoleon couldnt invade the full country. H1tler was against trying to invade Spain and said: "You can't enter in Spain without the spanish allowing it." In Croatia, 1st of december every year they remember the Spanish soldiers that saved 200 croatians from being masacred. We have been in Afghanistan. We won this year's Apex Predator (elite snipers tournament from the OTAN) And this are only a few of the things the Spanish military have done.

    • @davidpenaarroyo1205
      @davidpenaarroyo1205 Рік тому +25

      ​@@SaltNBatteryThe United States fought in half of the world's wars, and they have only won half due to economic superiority in weapons, and yet their common soldiers are completely useless, this is an example that participating in wars does not mean having good soldiers, and Spain has been in several wars.

  • @alejandrocastillo5080
    @alejandrocastillo5080 Рік тому +90

    La Infantería del Ejército Español 🇪🇸💪 From them comes the famous Spanish Tercios. One of the oldest, strongest and most legendary armies ever.

    • @balbos7114
      @balbos7114 Рік тому +34

      ¡Aspa de Borgona flameando en viento,hijos de Santiago,grande son los tercios! 🇪🇦 Saludo de un Croata desde Alemania!

    • @ninosoldado6361
      @ninosoldado6361 Рік тому +14

      ​@@balbos7114saludos para ti buen hombre!!

    • @balbos7114
      @balbos7114 Рік тому +16

      @@ninosoldado6361 Gracias! Espana es una maravillosa y gloriosa pais!!🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦

  • @limitedignition
    @limitedignition Рік тому +13

    Honestly it is hard to believe for me that this was not one of the better results of this test. Do not want to mess with Spanish special forces for sure. Great job , Magnus!

  • @Dnboswachter
    @Dnboswachter Рік тому +16

    I love these episodes so much! I hope your going to go trough all branches!!
    Love the difference between county’s!
    Magnus, your such an amazing inspiration!!
    🔥 ❤

  • @garyt123
    @garyt123 3 місяці тому +1

    I was able to experience a stint with the Spanish Army in Haiti about 20 years ago. All the soldiers (and I mean all) are extremely well mannered, professional, and the level of comradery is very high. One finds oneself feeling integrated within the unit in a short period of time. Major respect to those excellent men and women.

  • @Gtapolice123
    @Gtapolice123 Рік тому +19

    Magnus, as a fellow Norseman, I truely appreciate the work you do, and the fact that you give us the opportunity to see the militaries from this POV is amazing! Keep up the good work!

  • @oscarramosgonzalez4438
    @oscarramosgonzalez4438 Рік тому +5

    Magnus I'm spanish and I love all your videos It makes me proud that you visited our country, thanks a lot

  • @davidconcannon6503
    @davidconcannon6503 11 місяців тому +2

    Fantastic video and well done. Top marks to you and the instructor.

  • @marcomolina9628
    @marcomolina9628 Рік тому +56

    The endurance that you have is crazy you should try to do a running challenge like a 5K with real runners. I think that you would do really well.

    • @palmarolavlklingholm9684
      @palmarolavlklingholm9684 Рік тому +13

      He completed a marathon once, without training for it. Insanely impressive.

    • @adamjohnson5285
      @adamjohnson5285 Рік тому

      @@palmarolavlklingholm9684 which video was that? I remember one where he stopped at like 30K? (that's still impressive for no training, but obviously about 12K short of a marathon)

    • @AnthonyGruba
      @AnthonyGruba Рік тому +6

      ​@@adamjohnson5285it was in 50° temperature though...

    • @terraflow__bryanburdo4547
      @terraflow__bryanburdo4547 Рік тому

      ​@@adamjohnson5285it was in Las Vegas,with Rockentry dude part of the way. It was very impressive off the couch.

    • @palmarolavlklingholm9684
      @palmarolavlklingholm9684 Рік тому

      @@adamjohnson5285 Ok it may be the video I am talking about, and I remembered wrong. But like you said, 30k is very impressive.

  • @Milassoccer
    @Milassoccer Рік тому +6

    Acutally got pretty emotional watching this. Very cool, and amazing job. When you passed the 3km run, and the officer was amazed, that s*it was beautiful and heartwarming. !

  • @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro
    @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro 10 місяців тому +5

    My goal for 2024, is to be able to meet these standards! I'll be 56! Thanks for sharing this with us! It was so motivating!💪🏻😃🏃🏼‍♂️

  • @_K.L
    @_K.L Рік тому +4

    Colonel Midtbo, We salute you. 😂. That badge really warmed my frozen heart. Congrat on your new title!

  • @rh.m6660
    @rh.m6660 Рік тому +76

    No fucking way, these guys are absolute animals. It is my understanding that Spanish SF is one of the only groups that gets actually tortured for torture preparation. No simulation just straight up piece of information that you have hold onto with several stages of information that you can release during x windows and sleep deprivation treatment, water boarding, humiliations.

    • @goncalolopes5818
      @goncalolopes5818 Рік тому +25

      Its not, every EU and US SF does that, its the SERE exercise

    • @Mr7ich7
      @Mr7ich7 Рік тому

      ​@@goncalolopes5818are you high

    • @EPrice282
      @EPrice282 Рік тому +1

      @@goncalolopes5818 yup, the british sas definitely does that too.

    • @rh.m6660
      @rh.m6660 Рік тому +2

      @@goncalolopes5818 Actually waterboarding is not allowed in most countries now due to the perceived psychological reprecusions. One thing is to experience what waterboarding is like the other is to be commited to it in search of information.

    • @BoroChiclana
      @BoroChiclana Рік тому +2

      You are absolutely right mate. But, where Magnus was, has nothing to do with the real S.F. from Spain. He was on the land army with no water tests at all. That´s not Spain´s Special Forces Unit. Cheers Bro.

  • @ArtOfHealth
    @ArtOfHealth 11 місяців тому +7

    Best Endurance result for running is Shut Your Mouth. Breathe in/out your nose. Do NOT talk. This was fun!

  • @MyCatHasAsthma
    @MyCatHasAsthma Рік тому +19

    Shout out to Blurry face Spanish dude, he was pretty cool

  • @spatongue
    @spatongue Рік тому +31

    These guys have been training so long, I bet they can do push-ups in their sleep. Meanwhile, I need a break after just watching this video, and I'm sitting in a comfy chair. 😂 But, seriously, the dedication and hard work of these people are truly inspiring! They've turned their sweat into superheroes 💪🦸‍ . I'm amazed by this guy. How can he talk while running and still chat after the last test?