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FINALLY A FEMALE THAT TALKS ABOUT BMT!! Thank you so much, I am a high school senior and joining the air force is still a going process. You're super pretty and your helping me a lot so thank you!
This was very encouraging to watch, because I recently told my mom that I want to join the Air force and she was really putting it down. So thanks this made me feel a whole lot better.
wow! kind of honored a prior MTI is watching my videos haha. That would be REALLY cool! That perspective isn't out there right now and even i'd be interested in your thoughts.
Just a heads up, it's going to be a bummer being away from your spouse during BMT and it's going to suck for him too. My wife and I send letters back and forth all the time, but it's not fun being apart. Just know that it's only temporary and you'll both be fine. Good luck at basic, ma'am!
(02:29) Did she just say that they make the men and women get butt naked together? I have a military spouse in basic training right now and if that’s the case, there’s going to be an issue (between me and the administration in charge, not between me and my wife) when she graduates. That’s sexual harassment and law suit worthy. I hope i’m misunderstanding this, please someone let me know. Im already sceptic of the military and how trustworthy they are (look at our veterans and all the stories attached to the military), so this obviously doesn’t help me as a now military spouse waiting for my wife to get done.
I’m not really scared of waking up early or the exercise, I’m just scared of being screamed at all day and making a mistake. I’m just sensitive. If there wasn’t screaming and intimidation involved, I’d be more likely to enlist...
It’s that much stuff because you’ll likely be in a plane on radio with people being shot down and making sure you follow orders and not instinct War is really bad, I once was there, and boot camp seems like kindergarten compared to war Lots of yelling to do stuff without hesitation
Don’t let your fears stop you. I’m most likely gonna enlist and I’m scared of the same thing you are but you can’t let your fear run you. Bc you will have an experience that you will never have again and will never forget! Life is short do something you want to do and don’t let anything stop you.
Thank you so much Miranda . My daughters just arrived last night at 6pm at Lackland ! She was nervous and so was I (dad). She is the 5th generation of soldier in my family and Extremely proud of her. I remember Army boot camp 20 yrs ago and feared it would be hard for her as it was for me . I was a Combat Engineer so they had to be tough on us but have been preying not so for her. Got the phone call just 3 hrs ago from her that she was there and safe but it was so short and sounded staged (pre-written ) it kinda got me worried . After watching your video I'm very relieved and happy knowing its not like the Hell we went through but enjoyed so many years ago .She a very strong and healthly young woman and now know she will do well !!Cannot thank you enough !!
Im leaving Tomorrow. I’m staying at the hotel tonight and then waking up at 4 am. I can only do 2 push ups, I can run 1 mile in 11 min, 20 crunches in 1 min and ZERO pull ups. I’m not nervous because I believe in myself. If anyone is interested, I can post my experience after I graduate (12/28).
MOPP : Mission-Oriented Protective Postures. I wish i had a video like this before I joined. All I had was my dad saying "you'll be fine boy get out there"
I was in the army. Of what I heard, the airforce does not really go gung ho like in the army or go fanantical like in the marines. In the airforce they need people who can think.
Honestly this video made me feel so much better about joining the Air Force. My mom has been pushing me to do it & i wasn't so sure but now I feel much more comfortable about making my decision.
The physical part isn't hard... you'll get over that. It's the psychological aspect, the sleep deprivation, the lack of food and the constant onslaught of information. Of course, I attended BMT about 10 years ago, soooooo I'm sure things have changed.
Aaron Cardwell I plan on joining the Air Force in 2 years when I graduate.i was wondering is it really that bad when you were butt naked in front of other guys what did you do?
I just signed up and I'm currently in the DEP. Thank you for the information. I don't have much military knowledge so this was a great video on what is to come.
Mason Kenny Im in tech school now. this seems to be a tiny bit outdated... However it is not bad and it may suck at first, but you get better and the yelling starts to die down.
my boyfriend is actually at basic training for the airforce and i've actually been thinking about enlisting too. The thing that holds me back is PT, but your video helped me to be honest. I know it's scary, but it'll be worth it in the end. I'm thinking of talking to a recruiter soon. ❤️
My boyfriend shipped out for BMT yesterday for the Air Force. Joining has been on my mind but I’d like to hear his experience and input. This video makes me feel that I can do it for sure! life is crazy rn but I’m sure it’d be a good thing to think about joining later ☺️ did you join?
I'm soooo scared. I'm trying to do PT to prepare, I was told to try and be invisible. don't fall behind either stay in the middle or be in the front. hair can't be two colors and tattoos will be critiqued
They're just people..... all they want is to know you have the endurance to be used and abused by the government (which as a white doesn't work for your interests these days). They look for people with next to no dignity honestly.
Mary Hicks don't be scared! You hair just needs to be a natural color, and minus PT time (which is so early it'll still be dark out) you will be in full uniform so they most likely won't see your tattoos!
Just do your best, listen (that's why they're yelling). And enjoy how simple life is while you're there, it will never be that way again lol. But def try your best. I didn't put myself out there but MTIs do notice leadership qualities in people and what you do in BMT CAN help you later in your career. One of the main reasons I won BTZ was because I had leadership roles in each level I'd been in since I joined.
Aumi Shiba I am too, I still managed to get a decent score and pass the pre test. If you figure out a MOS that you want work on the minimum score and it really helps with motivation(:
Bro, I'm the worst person EVER in math...literally, I've had to go to Summer School since my Freshman year of Highschool for math. But somehow, I managed to make an 81 on the ASVAB...Complete and utter shock to me tbh. The Mechanical part about knowing about levers and wedges and nails was the hardest part to me, I don't know jack about Cars, and somehow still made a 116 on it.
I'm only in 7th grade, and my brother is in the Airforce. He inspired me and I'm now hopefully going into the Airforce! Edit: my brother was also in the 320th squadron😂❤️ I still remember his little chant thing they did "3 what's it feel like 2 to be bit by 0 by the gator oh oh oh oh"
Pt expectations: warhawk My expectations: thunderbolt What I got: 84.6 (it's pretty average) This video represent expectations: oh it's easy. It's only easy if you do the minimums. Males is 33 pushups, 44 situps, 13:37 for the 1 mile and a half. Those are minimums. She already told you the minimums for females. Overall if your a female its literally a walk through the park for you. 18 push ups in 1 minute... situps are the same bit than the run they get 3 minutes more. ....utilizing the latrines you dont need a wingman anymore unless if you are outside. If you're outside you need a wingman to escort upstairs or to a porta potty. I got to ask, since you made sound like a vacation. An that is what squadron were you a part of? Disneyland or Alcatraz (new school and old school)?
It's not scary. In the moment it is and 9 1/2 weeks seems like forever but looking back it was fun and short. The ladies in our defac serving all the food always said "For you sir?" in like super high pitched voices so we had something to laugh at after MTI tools
Not to rain on your parade. But I would join Air Force or Navy. They are a lot more classy with what they do. Especially if you want to be treated with respect. The Army is not as good as it used to be.😊
I'm 35 :) I've lost 84 lbs less than 6 months. Only have 19 lbs left to go and I can join the airforce :) I was curious how bad is the running at bmt ?? I know for my age I need to run a mile in a half less than 16 min. Just was curious how often you run... is it pretty hard core ? that's my only concern about bmt lol.. any advice will be greatly appreciated :) thank you !!
I'm 25 and thinking about going. But first I have to lose 55 pounds before I can be considered. What are you doing to lose weight? Have you talked to a recruiter? Did the recruiters help you lose weight?
Miranda Lorton Hi Miranda I've lost 110 lbs total. I'm finally meeting with the recruiter on Halloween day :) No unfortunately I didn't have ANY recruiters wanting to help me with losing weight. They basically said come back and we'll talk once your at the weight requirement. It's been a HUGE motivation for me to lose weight to be able to join the military. What I have been doing to lose weight ? it's been pretty intense... NO soda... no bad carbs such as brrad, rice, pasta, chips, crackers. I kept my carbs, sugars and sodium really low. Lots of water. I also didn't eat past 5:00 pm. That really helps. I also have been walking 2-4 miles everyday. You can do it !!!! Only you can be your biggest motivation... you can do it if you want it bad enough :)
Thank you. I was figuring they wouldn't want to bother unless you were actually at the requirement. My weight gain came from the nexplanon birth control implant I got a year ago. I gained 50 pounds and no change in diet or activity. I think my first step would be to remove the birth control and continue going to the gym. Thank you for replying to me! I am motivated. I need to support my family and have money for college. And go you! Such an amazing accomplishment losing the weight.
Miranda Lorton Hey how are you doing ?? How is your weight loss going ? I’m leaving for BMT in either April or May ! I’m excited but of course nervous lol
awesome. I'm 31 and currently starting at the gym to lose weight a d get in shape to meet the requirements. I was also nervous because of my age. This really helps, thanks guys.
they’re very understanding about it if you just tell them you have a feminine need to take care of they will let you go do what you need to do! hope this helped!!
can we bring leggings to basic as our civilian clothes or will we get in trouble :( i've heard they'll send you home even at meps if you have holes in your jeans?
It can be fun or can be not so fun - it is up to the person! 7 weeks of training and one week of enjoyment from all your hard work! If you make this choice prepare - check you self and any attitudes towards authority figure crap. This is not the place for childish non-sense! Best approach is this is a personal challenge and you will succeed! Upper body prep goes a long way and start way before leaving - delayed enlistment can help serve you in this transition. Also you get paid for that period retro active and any college goes toward a stripe with pay on the get go! BMT Broken down to Intro to military life - yelling at you and pressure to perform is kids play so don't get worked up and play the game with speed and confidence. Week 2 you begin getting into the actual training and physical fitness while still processing. Week 3 - ramps up and start education and warrior training. Week 4 - TI's relax and you should be getting the hang of it. Week 5 - Real training kicks in - chemical warfare, range, marching skills and of course PT. Week 6 - Ramps up some more - history class and first aid as well as combat stuff to get ready for BEAST week - confidence course REAL FUN! Week 7 - BEAST WEEK. Deploy to the annex for the week and train like combat and defense skills. Exhausting but fun. Team work and cool stuff! This is the real graduation! Week 8 - Airman' week - TI's cool and helpful - get awards and do the Airman's Run, parade and Town pass! Congratulations You did it!
Thank you for sharing this. My daughter is really wanting to join and i have no clue about what happens when you join any branch of the military so this was very reassuring for me. I hope you're doing well now cause you posted this video 3 years ago so im sure things have changed in your life. Anyway, thanks for your service and for this video!!!! 🇺🇸
Ay you have to go through it just like everyone else had to, has to, and will have to in the future. You'll be surprised how many men can fit in the shower without making contact hahaha.
I lived on a multi branch post back in the 90's. Even thought it was an Army base the Air Force had the best of everything. New Barracks, chow hall, etc. The Army lived in barracks that were like ghetto buildings from the 60's with steam heat that barely worked in the winter and no AC in the summer.
I am glad they do not have the stress cards, that was some weird rumor. Yes graduating basic training was a huge milestone in my life. Served 1976 to 1982 Staff Sergeant! Proud of my service! Strategic Air Command until I discharged in June 1982!
Homosexuality isn't allowed in the military. Not saying there are not homosexuals there, they just aren't allowed to make it known without the possibility of getting in trouble (kicked out, reprimanded, ranks lowered, etc) I've been told. They don't ask about ur sexuality but you aren't allowed to marry the same sex while in the military, and anything else you can think of. It's really sad to me considering our sexuality has nothing to do with how productive we can be
Thank you for this video. My daughter is heading to the airport to fly from MEPS to San Antonio right now. My wife and I were in the Army so we really didn't know what to expect from the Airforce Basic Training. Also thank you for your service.
I did Basic at Lackland in June of 1982 and it was only tough because of the humidity. I stayed in for 10 yrs and separated with Bill Clinton's RIF. I miss the life. I live a short distance from Edwards AFB but don't have access to the Base. I really enjoyed my 6 yrs in Europe.
Congratulations to you and Kyle on getting married! I stumbled on t your page after going to "Gott Love". Another Air Force Airman and his wife that does videos.
your videos are THE BEST. i’m only a sophomore in highschool but my parents are constantly pressuring me to figure out what i want to do when i’m older and i’ve become super passionate about the air force, despite fear, and your videos rlly help
Wow, this was really helpful!! Thank you for this because im really thinking of joining but also I think about boot camp and how hard it would be but hearing from you seems like a fun experience to do!! Thank you so much!!
hi, Miranda. I am laccorey. and I just wanted to let u know even though u r an American and I am a Canadian, I appreciate your service. I just subscribed to your chanel. thank u for your service. laccorey.
I went through a long time ago. It is a lot like a boy scout camp but with discipline. It is very easy compared to the other services. We were trained to provide more technical service than to be a combat service. Much has changed. Being yelled out is nothing.
Regardless if you went to BMTS in 1962 or 2022. It is basically the same game. Bring you up to the minimal fitness standards, bring you up to mental standards and bring you up to the educational standards.. It is also to weed out those who exhibit a failure to adapt, dont want to uncover that in a wartime situation when other peoples lives hing on you doing your job. Go into it knowing it is a mind game. Do what they say to the best of your ability and dont give the TI's an attitude. Once you make it through its behind you. The real USAF is more relaxed. But everything you learn in basic is a building block for you moving forward. Dont give your leaders noise, I know there is some poo NCO and O's.. I have worked with some.. I have also worked with some great ones.. In today's USAF it is easier to get a bad apple out of the military than it is to keep a good one in. Very hard to justify a 5 EPR, no questions asked on giving someone a 4. Evals count for promotions.. If you plan to do 4 years and eject ok do 4 years eject.. But if you are undecided pretend you are staying and do what it takes to get hte good eval. If you plan to reach Chief aka E9. you need to start planning for it at E3.. Making BTZ, Making Staff Sergeant first time. The longer you take on anything puts you behind. Anytime any schooling or training is tasked of you such as 5 or 7 level training or PME.. GET IT DONE ASAP, push your boss to get you in it. Volunteer for jobs outside your specific trained job. Volunteer for special duty assignments. The key is move move move.. I bucked the system, did it my way, stayed at bases too long.. But in year 1 when the super intendent asked 12 airman in my work center, where do you see yourself in 20 years. All the folks around me said Chief E9. I knew most wouldnt make Staff. I said E7 Master Sergeant. I pinned on at my 19 year mark. I was not a bad troop, I didnt kiss ass, I didnt do the extra's. I did what I did the best i could.. did 24 years. If I just played the game a bit more, and listened ot the folks who tried the mentor me when I was young I could have for sure made E8.. In short if someone takes interest in you and tries tell you do this, do that, (personal growth stuff) listen to them.. Senior folks will pick a few junior folks to groom and mentor to grow. Seek out a mentor even if not your boss. I lost some jobs in my senior years due to me fighting for young troops who were problems, which I saw their boss was poor leaders. I won a few I lost a few. Integrity, service before self though a core values is a rare thing. You have to decide what is best for you and your moral compass. Take all the college courses you can on uncle sam's dime, when you get out use your GI bill why the benefits are there (time limit).Thanks for serving in my Air Force.. Good Luck!!
Yes- I know it's called MOPP gear!
I have asthma will they not let me in?
CraftsMAN you would have to get a pulmonary function test (: doctors will look over your test results & see whether you are eligible or not
Miranda i needs youre advice . I want to get a girl in my jrotc class a present and shes joing the airforce . I needs some good ideas
Get her some condoms she will like and need them
A fine Murican If you want to be a dick, check out the page Dysfunctional Veterans on Facebook and ask them. If you don't want to be a dick, get them a card.
If you're scared of joining cause you're out of shape, you'll adapt to it all while you're there
Andrew Carr thanks that’s my issue
I sure hope so
Do you still have to meet the weight requirement for your height?
Yoko Ai yes
thank you SO much for this
FINALLY A FEMALE THAT TALKS ABOUT BMT!! Thank you so much, I am a high school senior and joining the air force is still a going process. You're super pretty and your helping me a lot so thank you!
Hillery Garcia hey same here! Good luck!
Lizeth Prospero aww thanks you too!!
Hey! I'm a senior in high school this year. I plan on going to college then joining the Air Force after college.
Im gonna go to college and to reserves together
Elora Jean is also pretty good with BMT videos.
This was very encouraging to watch, because I recently told my mom that I want to join the Air force and she was really putting it down. So thanks this made me feel a whole lot better.
2:56 scared the shit out of me
Gradeoff me too oh my gosh
Gradeoff same
hahaha
Gradeoff nothing happened between 2:56
Gradeoff haha
I was a prior MTI, I been thinking of doing videos from a TI perspective on what to do not do for bmt
Please do!
wow! kind of honored a prior MTI is watching my videos haha. That would be REALLY cool! That perspective isn't out there right now and even i'd be interested in your thoughts.
AJ Summers you should
Miranda Gollnick whats your snapchat ? i want to more info on the airforce if possible thanks. @your_father28
u should!!!!! omg that'll be pretty cool
My wife is in basic right now and I'm heading there myself in two months from now. Nervous but excited!
Just a heads up, it's going to be a bummer being away from your spouse during BMT and it's going to suck for him too. My wife and I send letters back and forth all the time, but it's not fun being apart. Just know that it's only temporary and you'll both be fine. Good luck at basic, ma'am!
Are y'all doing the joint military spouse program? Not exactly sure what it's called.
My wife just graduated, and I'm researching on this air force stuff...
Good luck on being together lol
(02:29)
Did she just say that they make the men and women get butt naked together? I have a military spouse in basic training right now and if that’s the case, there’s going to be an issue (between me and the administration in charge, not between me and my wife) when she graduates. That’s sexual harassment and law suit worthy. I hope i’m misunderstanding this, please someone let me know. Im already sceptic of the military and how trustworthy they are (look at our veterans and all the stories attached to the military), so this obviously doesn’t help me as a now military spouse waiting for my wife to get done.
You made basic sound so much less stressful than what I'm anticipating, I'm leaving to basic soon and this helped a lot !
thank you for watching! good luck!!
How did it go !
I’m not really scared of waking up early or the exercise, I’m just scared of being screamed at all day and making a mistake. I’m just sensitive. If there wasn’t screaming and intimidation involved, I’d be more likely to enlist...
The screaming and constant stress is a must for recruiters to do their absolute best. Personally, I don't want them to get soft. I have to get tough.
Congratulations, when the next war occurs you can go hide in your safe space
You won't be sensitive any more when you're done.
It’s that much stuff because you’ll likely be in a plane on radio with people being shot down and making sure you follow orders and not instinct
War is really bad, I once was there, and boot camp seems like kindergarten compared to war
Lots of yelling to do stuff without hesitation
Don’t let your fears stop you. I’m most likely gonna enlist and I’m scared of the same thing you are but you can’t let your fear run you. Bc you will have an experience that you will never have again and will never forget! Life is short do something you want to do and don’t let anything stop you.
Thank you so much Miranda . My daughters just arrived last night at 6pm at Lackland ! She was nervous and so was I (dad). She is the 5th generation of soldier in my family and Extremely proud of her. I remember Army boot camp 20 yrs ago and feared it would be hard for her as it was for me . I was a Combat Engineer so they had to be tough on us but have been preying not so for her. Got the phone call just 3 hrs ago from her that she was there and safe but it was so short and sounded staged (pre-written ) it kinda got me worried .
After watching your video I'm very relieved and happy knowing its not like the Hell we went through but enjoyed so many years ago .She a very strong and healthly young woman and now know she will do well !!Cannot thank you enough !!
Im leaving Tomorrow. I’m staying at the hotel tonight and then waking up at 4 am. I can only do 2 push ups, I can run 1 mile in 11 min, 20 crunches in 1 min and ZERO pull ups. I’m not nervous because I believe in myself. If anyone is interested, I can post my experience after I graduate (12/28).
Gretel Andrade I know you can’t see this but this stranger believes in you too!
Good luck and stay strong!! Please update.
YES PLEASE DO, I believe in you!
Almost time 😭 I’ve been waiting!
Post your experience, joining soon!
2:54 RIP headphone users 💀
This was very helpful,I'm planning on going in the Air Force.
Me too!
same here
same
JazeyJazz me too but still thinking about the costs
JazeyJazz Same
Most fun I never wanna have again. You’re gonna look back at it and realize how easy it was
I am currently talking to a recruiter and I was petrified but your personality and explanation really put me at ease.
I started dying when. She was like there's someone in the marines laughing but when I was in boot camp for the marines we got cliff bars every night
I ship out tomorrow... I definitely don't feel ready now but that's just my anxiety talking. Thanks for this video!!
Watching this on the plane ride to San Antonio she really calms my nerves!!!!
Riana Lucas how was it?
MOPP : Mission-Oriented Protective Postures. I wish i had a video like this before I joined. All I had was my dad saying "you'll be fine boy get out there"
Brandon Kuehn cute baby
Productive speech
I was in the army. Of what I heard, the airforce does not really go gung ho like in the army or go fanantical like in the marines. In the airforce they need people who can think.
Devorah Epstein your telling me that you don’t need your brain in the midst of combat? That sounds dull man
the drill sergeants tell you what to think.
My problem is that I can get emotional sometimes but otherwise I feel like I would be perfect, but idk
I like to think being emotional doesnt mean weakness. I'll cry but I'll still keep up. 🤣
Excellent presentation, Airman Gollnick. My best wishes for your USAF career. A former SSGT, 1950-1954, 1964-1967
Honestly this video made me feel so much better about joining the Air Force. My mom has been pushing me to do it & i wasn't so sure but now I feel much more comfortable about making my decision.
I'm planning on joining once I completed my degree. I'm excited
wesrt north officers dont go through bmt you go through cadet training
wesrt north Interesting. I need to do research on this.
same, but I'm going for spec ops. Run 4 miles a day, 120 of everything, swim all the time.
Have you joined yet? I just graduated with my Bachelors and was wondering if they paid off your loans.
First and foremost, Thank you for serving, thank you for letting young people know what to look forward to when arriving at basic training.
The physical part isn't hard... you'll get over that. It's the psychological aspect, the sleep deprivation, the lack of food and the constant onslaught of information. Of course, I attended BMT about 10 years ago, soooooo I'm sure things have changed.
Aaron Cardwell I plan on joining the Air Force in 2 years when I graduate.i was wondering is it really that bad when you were butt naked in front of other guys what did you do?
Aaron Cardwell I can do all of the physical activities all I’m worried about it the shower part
Davian Parish youre worried about the shower 🤦♀️
@@Itsokay222 hey man people have anxious beings
@@Itsokay222 Yea man, he’s got a little pecker.
I dont think anyone thought it was scary...lol
I just signed up and I'm currently in the DEP. Thank you for the information. I don't have much military knowledge so this was a great video on what is to come.
Mason Kenny Im in tech school now. this seems to be a tiny bit outdated... However it is not bad and it may suck at first, but you get better and the yelling starts to die down.
my boyfriend is actually at basic training for the airforce and i've actually been thinking about enlisting too. The thing that holds me back is PT, but your video helped me to be honest. I know it's scary, but it'll be worth it in the end. I'm thinking of talking to a recruiter soon. ❤️
did you join?
My boyfriend shipped out for BMT yesterday for the Air Force. Joining has been on my mind but I’d like to hear his experience and input. This video makes me feel that I can do it for sure! life is crazy rn but I’m sure it’d be a good thing to think about joining later ☺️ did you join?
the best summary of the air force I've finally heard
I'm soooo scared. I'm trying to do PT to prepare, I was told to try and be invisible. don't fall behind either stay in the middle or be in the front. hair can't be two colors and tattoos will be critiqued
Direct message me ma'am.
hell yea, going for loadmaster myself, just took asvab got 84 :>
They're just people..... all they want is to know you have the endurance to be used and abused by the government (which as a white doesn't work for your interests these days). They look for people with next to no dignity honestly.
Mary Hicks don't be scared! You hair just needs to be a natural color, and minus PT time (which is so early it'll still be dark out) you will be in full uniform so they most likely won't see your tattoos!
Just do your best, listen (that's why they're yelling). And enjoy how simple life is while you're there, it will never be that way again lol. But def try your best. I didn't put myself out there but MTIs do notice leadership qualities in people and what you do in BMT CAN help you later in your career. One of the main reasons I won BTZ was because I had leadership roles in each level I'd been in since I joined.
*required to swim thru a body of water fill with sharks, alligators, and electric eels*
Miranda: IT WAS SUPER FUN! It really wasn’t THAT bad, guys! XD
WUT!?
I want to join but I'm terrible at math. so I'm scared of taking the Asvab ):
Fall Autumn
khan academy, I'm not kidding, use it.
Aumi Shiba I am too, I still managed to get a decent score and pass the pre test. If you figure out a MOS that you want work on the minimum score and it really helps with motivation(:
Dylan McCallister I use that shit at school sometimes bkz I have to and it is sorta helpful
Bro, I'm the worst person EVER in math...literally, I've had to go to Summer School since my Freshman year of Highschool for math. But somehow, I managed to make an 81 on the ASVAB...Complete and utter shock to me tbh. The Mechanical part about knowing about levers and wedges and nails was the hardest part to me, I don't know jack about Cars, and somehow still made a 116 on it.
pick up asvab for dummies at a local bookstore no bullshit it's amazing. I'm getting it when I sign the dotted line next year
I ship out in one day, this is very comforting to hear because I'm so nervous. I really love your videos ❤
"...a little more up to date..."
Me: 2020... ok good enough
Your video really helped me honestly. Answered all my questions. Now I just need to meet with a recruiter to enlist! :)
Hoku Aurello how'd it go ? I'm almost up and nervous lol !
Going to talk to recruiters this week. So excited
me too
This was so helpful!!! I was so nervous but now it seems like a very fun, challenging, and new experience :)
I'm so happy this video was made! Finally someone who is relate-able and a female! You did an awesome job of describing BMT
This made me more excited about joining. I just have to lose 10lbs.
Seriously so helpful, you rock girl❤️
Thank you for your service
Hi this is Bob in Seattle 3702 bmts great video hope to see more hoooya air force
That's funny I was in 3702 flight 318 24th of April 86
+David Mcphail I was in 3702 also 2nd to none! flt 297 1981
Airforce boot is heaven compared to marine boot camp 😂😂😭😭
tommy pham tell us more about how you did Air Force boot camp and marine boot camp
Tony Hernandez probably a pog
def a pog
You have the EGA as your pic. Probably a boot
tommy pham imagine national guard😂😂😂
I'm only in 7th grade, and my brother is in the Airforce. He inspired me and I'm now hopefully going into the Airforce!
Edit: my brother was also in the 320th squadron😂❤️ I still remember his little chant thing they did "3 what's it feel like 2 to be bit by 0 by the gator oh oh oh oh"
Nice! I watched my mom go through it and I want to go active now. Only a freshman in highschool but everybody says highschool will go by fast. :)
This sounds alot nicer than any other bootcamp.. Besides coast gaurd.
I'm still nervous about it, so many new experiences. The being yelled at seems to be the worst for me.
9.5 weeks ?! The last time I went it was just changing to 7.5 weeks. When did they change it?
Thanks for shedding light on Boot Camp. The videos I’ve watched makes it look horrible👏👏👏
Pt expectations: warhawk
My expectations: thunderbolt
What I got: 84.6 (it's pretty average)
This video represent expectations: oh it's easy.
It's only easy if you do the minimums.
Males is 33 pushups, 44 situps, 13:37 for the 1 mile and a half.
Those are minimums.
She already told you the minimums for females.
Overall if your a female its literally a walk through the park for you. 18 push ups in 1 minute... situps are the same bit than the run they get 3 minutes more.
....utilizing the latrines you dont need a wingman anymore unless if you are outside. If you're outside you need a wingman to escort upstairs or to a porta potty.
I got to ask, since you made sound like a vacation. An that is what squadron were you a part of? Disneyland or Alcatraz (new school and old school)?
Watching this while I’m at the airport before I ship out to San Antonio 😂
Is there only one Air Force basic training location ?
sup buttercup Yes, Lackland Airforce Base in San Antonio, Texas ☺️
@@alondra2317 ayyy! I live in Texas so I could just walk there
lol B.E.A.S.T was chill as fuck, best week of BMT because the cadre were so easy going.
It's not scary. In the moment it is and 9 1/2 weeks seems like forever but looking back it was fun and short. The ladies in our defac serving all the food always said "For you sir?" in like super high pitched voices so we had something to laugh at after MTI tools
When on like a timeline do you actually start the flying part
coast guard has oatmeal bars every night haha
so does the air force lol
negative
I mean, I went through basic about 2 years ago. So I would know.
GamingInfinitive same, we didn't get them every night though, only thursdays
Marine recruits get CLIF bars every night (at least my company did) because MCRD PI gets them by the truck load.
Yess a second video please!! I leave in september and this was really helpful, eased my mind about the PT too.
so glad i could help!
When is your ship out date?
+Aaron Jude September 27th...you?
+Bria I just joined and I ship out on the 27th too!
+Micaela Dennis you should join the Facebook group for people leaving in September! Where are you shipping from?
woo hoo !! i leave to bmt jan 1st 2017 ! you made all of my anxiety go away im so excited to go (:
Direct message me ma'am.
i feel like that'll be my date too lol, and we're both ari's :D
I wouldn't post arrival dates due to security. It is called OPSEC
Ari chunks so how was it ?
I wanna join army but at the same time I’m scared 😫😫😫
Jennifer Molina don’t be!! I’m shipping in less than 48h. Don’t be scared.
same here! i’m scared about my weight and stuff haha
Gretel Andrade okay 😫but I’m resident ?
Not to rain on your parade. But I would join Air Force or Navy. They are a lot more classy with what they do. Especially if you want to be treated with respect. The Army is not as good as it used to be.😊
Gretel Andrade congratulations!!!!! You should make videos 😊
When I turn seventeen im going to the air force.
Guitar Les Paul Same
"Air Force Boot Camp-- It's not as scary as you think
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Yea, we all knew that waaay before this video.
USMC gets protien bars too. every night
You helped me so much! I leave Dec 6th!
Madisen Tena howd your experience go?
Air Force boot camp is 7 1/2 weeks now I think
It's 8 1/2 weeks.
I'm 35 :) I've lost 84 lbs less than 6 months. Only have 19 lbs left to go and I can join the airforce :) I was curious how bad is the running at bmt ?? I know for my age I need to run a mile in a half less than 16 min. Just was curious how often you run... is it pretty hard core ? that's my only concern about bmt lol.. any advice will be greatly appreciated :) thank you !!
I'm 25 and thinking about going. But first I have to lose 55 pounds before I can be considered. What are you doing to lose weight? Have you talked to a recruiter? Did the recruiters help you lose weight?
Miranda Lorton Hi Miranda I've lost 110 lbs total. I'm finally meeting with the recruiter on Halloween day :) No unfortunately I didn't have ANY recruiters wanting to help me with losing weight. They basically said come back and we'll talk once your at the weight requirement.
It's been a HUGE motivation for me to lose weight to be able to join the military. What I have been doing to lose weight ? it's been pretty intense... NO soda... no bad carbs such as brrad, rice, pasta, chips, crackers. I kept my carbs, sugars and sodium really low. Lots of water. I also didn't eat past 5:00 pm. That really helps. I also have been walking 2-4 miles everyday. You can do it !!!! Only you can be your biggest motivation... you can do it if you want it bad enough :)
Thank you. I was figuring they wouldn't want to bother unless you were actually at the requirement. My weight gain came from the nexplanon birth control implant I got a year ago. I gained 50 pounds and no change in diet or activity. I think my first step would be to remove the birth control and continue going to the gym. Thank you for replying to me! I am motivated. I need to support my family and have money for college. And go you! Such an amazing accomplishment losing the weight.
Miranda Lorton Hey how are you doing ?? How is your weight loss going ? I’m leaving for BMT in either April or May ! I’m excited but of course nervous lol
awesome. I'm 31 and currently starting at the gym to lose weight a d get in shape to meet the requirements. I was also nervous because of my age. This really helps, thanks guys.
Man she's cute 😍 just seeing her make me wanna go, but lol I'm going anyways
Do they have any special rules for women for our time of the month?
Like if we have to use the restroom a little more than normal?
BethysJourney I was thinking the same thing.
they’re very understanding about it if you just tell them you have a feminine need to take care of they will let you go do what you need to do! hope this helped!!
Great video, I leave October 10th I'm super excited!!
i leave october 11th!
must be nice
Lol what if we're in the same flight?! 😱
That would be so cool! Where are you flying from to texas?
Florida, what about you?
Im planning on joining the air force
I REFUSE TO TAKE A SHOWER!
Kenneth Lucas your going to smell
I remember a guy who didn't shower. He was dragged to the shower and scrubbed with a brush. He showered after that.
I dont wanna take a shower in front of everyone 😲
do you spend a lot of time in the air? i wouldn't say i'm afraid of heights but i get very nervous in the air lol please help!
9.5 weeks? i thought it its 8.5
its 7.5
Rome Dep if you include zero week and airmans week then it's 9 1/2
can we bring leggings to basic as our civilian clothes or will we get in trouble :( i've heard they'll send you home even at meps if you have holes in your jeans?
love ariko you can wear leggings that's fine! Just make sure they are not see though- that would be embarrassing😬
Rimmed hat, huh? :)
oh and im really looking forward to your next upload
thanks so much girl! uploading now :)
this is probably a weird question but do you know if the protein bars have milk/whey in them
I have the same question.
It can be fun or can be not so fun - it is up to the person!
7 weeks of training and one week of enjoyment from all your hard work!
If you make this choice prepare - check you self and any attitudes towards authority figure crap. This is not the place for childish non-sense!
Best approach is this is a personal challenge and you will succeed!
Upper body prep goes a long way and start way before leaving - delayed enlistment can help serve you in this transition.
Also you get paid for that period retro active and any college goes toward a stripe with pay on the get go!
BMT Broken down to Intro to military life - yelling at you and pressure to perform is kids play so don't get worked up and play the game with speed and confidence.
Week 2 you begin getting into the actual training and physical fitness while still processing.
Week 3 - ramps up and start education and warrior training.
Week 4 - TI's relax and you should be getting the hang of it.
Week 5 - Real training kicks in - chemical warfare, range, marching skills and of course PT.
Week 6 - Ramps up some more - history class and first aid as well as combat stuff to get ready for BEAST week - confidence course REAL FUN!
Week 7 - BEAST WEEK. Deploy to the annex for the week and train like combat and defense skills. Exhausting but fun. Team work and cool stuff! This is the real graduation!
Week 8 - Airman' week - TI's cool and helpful - get awards and do the Airman's Run, parade and Town pass!
Congratulations You did it!
BMT is not 9 1/2 weeks
Technically zero week, then 7 1/2 weeks, then Airman's week.
1+1+7 1/2 = 9 1/2.
Thenextworldwar ugh thank you! I gave up trying to explain this to every person haha
USAFsarge Why'd you only have to do 6 weeks?
BMT length changes all the time
Thank you for sharing this. My daughter is really wanting to join and i have no clue about what happens when you join any branch of the military so this was very reassuring for me. I hope you're doing well now cause you posted this video 3 years ago so im sure things have changed in your life. Anyway, thanks for your service and for this video!!!! 🇺🇸
do you have to learn how to swim?
no
Why don't you know how to swim?
actually about 44% of Americans don't know how to swim at all. Not uncommon.
Tropic King no lol
You only need to know how to swim for the Navy and Marines I think
Thank you Miranda for the info. .I leave for basic in less than two weeks, and I am relieved now.
and the shower part...
Ay you have to go through it just like everyone else had to, has to, and will have to in the future. You'll be surprised how many men can fit in the shower without making contact hahaha.
Derrick Smith
wait, the showers aint separated? i'm finna be taking prison showers???
I lived on a multi branch post back in the 90's. Even thought it was an Army base the Air Force had the best of everything. New Barracks, chow hall, etc. The Army lived in barracks that were like ghetto buildings from the 60's with steam heat that barely worked in the winter and no AC in the summer.
Air Force Boot Camp? Scary? Yo love you must be joking.......
This is THE most informative, comforting bmt video I’ve watched and I watched so many. 😭 Also your nose is adorable
I went through BMT in 1984. What she's describing is summer camp :-/ Powerbar and Gatorade ??? WTF!
Thank you so much for posting these videos, they make me feel so much more confident about joining the Air Force!
Nov 8 anybody ?
dan alvarado right here
dan alvarado me too
How did everything go?
I am glad they do not have the stress cards, that was some weird rumor. Yes graduating basic training was a huge milestone in my life. Served 1976 to 1982 Staff Sergeant! Proud of my service! Strategic Air Command until I discharged in June 1982!
Any hot lesbian action in the barracks?
adolfhitmaker no.
we had all male MTIs.. idk if this is old info but my flight had some scandalous things going down after our TIs left for the night/weekend
hey somebody had to say it tbh.
Homosexuality isn't allowed in the military. Not saying there are not homosexuals there, they just aren't allowed to make it known without the possibility of getting in trouble (kicked out, reprimanded, ranks lowered, etc) I've been told. They don't ask about ur sexuality but you aren't allowed to marry the same sex while in the military, and anything else you can think of. It's really sad to me considering our sexuality has nothing to do with how productive we can be
Jannah Clark they are allowed to make it known now.
Thank you for this video. My daughter is heading to the airport to fly from MEPS to San Antonio right now. My wife and I were in the Army so we really didn't know what to expect from the Airforce Basic Training. Also thank you for your service.
I did Basic at Lackland in June of 1982 and it was only tough because of the humidity. I stayed in for 10 yrs and separated with Bill Clinton's RIF. I miss the life. I live a short distance from Edwards AFB but don't have access to the Base. I really enjoyed my 6 yrs in Europe.
Congratulations to you and Kyle on getting married! I stumbled on t your page after going to "Gott Love". Another Air Force Airman and his wife that does videos.
Wow! So cool you came across my videos. Thanks so much :)
your videos are THE BEST. i’m only a sophomore in highschool but my parents are constantly pressuring me to figure out what i want to do when i’m older and i’ve become super passionate about the air force, despite fear, and your videos rlly help
Went through basic back in April now I'm in Korea. Totally worth it. Had to lose 60 lbs before I could join.
Hi! I'm a senior in high school and I plan on joining the Air Force after college. This video was helpful thank you.
Wow, this was really helpful!! Thank you for this because im really thinking of joining but also I think about boot camp and how hard it would be but hearing from you seems like a fun experience to do!! Thank you so much!!
hi, Miranda. I am laccorey. and I just wanted to let u know even though u r an American and I am a Canadian, I appreciate your service. I just subscribed to your chanel. thank u for your service. laccorey.
I went through a long time ago. It is a lot like a boy scout camp but with discipline. It is very easy compared to the other services. We were trained to provide more technical service than to be a combat service. Much has changed. Being yelled out is nothing.
Regardless if you went to BMTS in 1962 or 2022. It is basically the same game. Bring you up to the minimal fitness standards, bring you up to mental standards and bring you up to the educational standards.. It is also to weed out those who exhibit a failure to adapt, dont want to uncover that in a wartime situation when other peoples lives hing on you doing your job. Go into it knowing it is a mind game. Do what they say to the best of your ability and dont give the TI's an attitude. Once you make it through its behind you. The real USAF is more relaxed. But everything you learn in basic is a building block for you moving forward. Dont give your leaders noise, I know there is some poo NCO and O's.. I have worked with some.. I have also worked with some great ones.. In today's USAF it is easier to get a bad apple out of the military than it is to keep a good one in. Very hard to justify a 5 EPR, no questions asked on giving someone a 4. Evals count for promotions.. If you plan to do 4 years and eject ok do 4 years eject.. But if you are undecided pretend you are staying and do what it takes to get hte good eval. If you plan to reach Chief aka E9. you need to start planning for it at E3.. Making BTZ, Making Staff Sergeant first time. The longer you take on anything puts you behind. Anytime any schooling or training is tasked of you such as 5 or 7 level training or PME.. GET IT DONE ASAP, push your boss to get you in it. Volunteer for jobs outside your specific trained job. Volunteer for special duty assignments. The key is move move move.. I bucked the system, did it my way, stayed at bases too long.. But in year 1 when the super intendent asked 12 airman in my work center, where do you see yourself in 20 years. All the folks around me said Chief E9. I knew most wouldnt make Staff. I said E7 Master Sergeant. I pinned on at my 19 year mark. I was not a bad troop, I didnt kiss ass, I didnt do the extra's. I did what I did the best i could.. did 24 years. If I just played the game a bit more, and listened ot the folks who tried the mentor me when I was young I could have for sure made E8.. In short if someone takes interest in you and tries tell you do this, do that, (personal growth stuff) listen to them.. Senior folks will pick a few junior folks to groom and mentor to grow. Seek out a mentor even if not your boss. I lost some jobs in my senior years due to me fighting for young troops who were problems, which I saw their boss was poor leaders. I won a few I lost a few. Integrity, service before self though a core values is a rare thing. You have to decide what is best for you and your moral compass. Take all the college courses you can on uncle sam's dime, when you get out use your GI bill why the benefits are there (time limit).Thanks for serving in my Air Force.. Good Luck!!