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That is because you take your job seriously. you have developed skills in that job. Don't laugh, that is the foundation of what it takes to become a "special operator".
Yeah, no one else, is as competent as you. No one can handle that beast they call the *"fryer"* as you can. No one can cook fries without spilling a drop of oil, and make them both perfectly crispy on the outside, but fluffy on the inside as you can. You are a special forces fry cook.
Nothing about this guy says "I served in the military." And since he was Army and I was Army, he doesn't have that military zing that says "Ive been in." He sounds wet behind the ears. And the sound of his voice (especially claiming he was a Ranger) sounds so virgin that he never did PT a day in his life. He would have been better of saying he worked as a Chaplin or dental assistant.
@@donelllamarr777 Nothing about you says 'I served in the military'. Did you see what I did there? Did you? It was a cleverly disguised diss, using your words against you. See how this works? You have claimed nothing and stated nothing in one fail swoop. Let me claim something. My claim is that it's impossible to know what a military personal is supposed to sound like. What intonation does one need to speak with so that everyone around can tell, with crystal clarity, that one is in the military? Now, let me state something. You may well be or have been in the army but your self-righteous indignation about this video tells us all that you never have/or still have yet to see combat. Once you've popped your cherry (if you ever do) you'll realize that 99% of what you think should be said, shouldn't be said at all. If I was in charge of you, you'd be running a 2 miler for forgetting that you're an idiot.
@@donelllamarr777 apparently you've only met hooo-hah operators.. Mostly rangers are like that or the infantry guy that no one gets along with. That's how they're trained and they need to be like that in QRF missions.. The SF, other operators need to blend in and be normal. Think of the PJs, DEVGRU acting Hoo-hah all the time with the raspiest voice and sounding like a lean mean killing machine? Can they blend in? no? then they're better off being infantry or ranger
I love that you pointed out the fact that between deployments, SOF are constantly training HARD. Like you said, in SF (US Army Special Forces, or Green Berets), ODAs generally devise their own training, and we always made it as hard on ourselves as we could, throwing in whatever twists we could think of to ensure we were prepared for whatever might go wrong. Most guys don't understand that as hard as the selection and qualification process is, it just gets harder from there. I'm glad you mentioned commitment, because it's so important. Once you are in that elite 1%, the level of commitment it takes to maintain the level of physical and mental performance required just to keep up with your peers is a real challenge. Every team is full of intense, driven, ultra-competitive, type A+ individuals, and each man must continue to prove himself, over and over, throughout his career. It is a brotherhood, and we love each other, but weakness isn't acceptable. What almost all outstanding operators have in common is that they are their own worst critic; never satisfied with their own performance, and driven to make themselves even better.
I'm former Army Special Forces, (1970s), before they adopted the 18 designation...I was 11B, Light Weapons NCO. For those interested, re: fitness, we spent the vast majority of our time deployed to 3rd world shitholes, where staying in shape was extremely difficult. You don't eat well, a good workout is damn near impossible unless it's pushups, situps, etc. You can usually run, but not always. I always get a kick out of the movies in which the entire team looks like 12 Arnold Schwarzeneggers, when in fact retaining muscle and conditioning can be a bitch.
@bret hammond I hate to burst your bubble lil buddy, but if any of this were to be true #1 you'd never post this in a fucking comment section to a video, especially if you claim the CIA were trying to kill you# 2 If they were you'd be dead already I don't give a flying fuck if your fucking Master Chief from Halo, if the CIA wants you dead you're going to die. #3 WHY, even if your claims were true why the hell would you go around telling random people on the internet? Oh wait let me guess.... Hum is it possible you're a 12 year old boy trying to look like a badass, yes, yes you are.
Spot on! When I actually was what's referred to nowadays as an "operator" the only operators were the people who answered the phone when you dialed "0".
Sgt. Maj. Christopher Nelms, 46, a highly decorated soldier from the Army’s elite Delta Force died July 1 from injuries sustained when his parachute failed to fully open during a June 27 jump at Laurinburg-Maxton Airport, N.C. "Go easy bro...RIP"
I've always wanted to join Special forces and I still do but I'am currently not in the greatest shape. I find your videos very inspiring and your workout challenges and tips very helpful in preparation for the military. Thank you for motivating me even further, you're doing great work. Keep it up!
Mr. Radeni, what I have picked up on is that 18x contracts are not usually the best choice when first joining. Find a job you think you might accel at and either request an option 40 with it or at the very least an airborne contract(you are offered the chance to attend rasp at airborne), just make sure your mos is compatible with regiment. Your success rate for sf selection will be much higher if you spend time in a different sof unit first. I went in the army at my weight threshold and then got in great shape. I don’t suggest this but don’t let a few extra pounds discourage you. If your in it for the right reasons, mentally tough and understand the implications of what you are doing, you will be okay
Daniel Graves What you said is how i keep myself motivated. To be a Special Forces operator is not a job but a lifestyle and my goal. I don't see my extra pounds as discouragement, i see them as a challenge that im working on overcoming in order to achieve my goals. Thanks for the tips.
"Physically strong bodies are better able to support physically strong minds." Powerful. It's not about brain versus braun. It's about brains AND braun.
Great summary, Recruiters i.e. used car salesmen ( just twisting their tails) should show videos like this. I've seen guys that want to join and become SEALs yet can't swim or even do 50 situps and 50 pushups and 3 pullups. But that's not to say they can't do it if they have the right attitude. They need to know what they have to work toward. Joining, having a goal and working hard to make it happen. Guys mature at different rates. I know guys that join and graduate boot camp at 18 years old at 125 pounds. I met them years later and they've grown into 185 pounds of dynamite ready to take on the world. Good video, hope it inspires people to try. I respect all who try and those of you who've made it. But praise goes to the conventional forces and the support forces that make everything happen. From just a Regular Guy
This was very helpful. I was in 9-11 T\I worked in tower two . I reached the 33rd fl. when the second plain hit. I fell broke both shouders. My left hip was damaged. I work every day to do better even though I am in pain. Thanks again
As a person who has gone to RASP and has talked to people that went to 18x Selection and didn't get selected I'll tell you the best thing right now. If your under 21 DO NOT, DO NOT!! Get a 18x Contract. You can make it through the course but you have a 99% chance of not getting selected simply do to you're age. Their looking for maturity above everything else. They do not want kids. Also RUN, Run that ass off. Running is the most important thing and then comes everything else. Also run with 35 pounds of weight and then up it to 40. Run 4 mile with that weight and you'll be good
Here in Australia the s.a.s selection consists of a 20 kilometer run with 30kg pack and must be done within 3 hours 30 mins.. is this similar to your miles and weight???
US Army standard is 15 min/mile with a 35lb ruck for ruck marches, though the rucks are usually closer to 45-50lbs with water, which you drink along the way (you have to finish with 35lbs). To quality for the 160th we did 2x 10 mile (16Km) rucks in a 2.5 hr time limit during one of the last weeks of Green Platoon. Other schools, like SFAS and Ranger school do longer rucks with heavier packs but I believe the standard is always 15 min/mile no matter how much crap you're carrying.
@@1337x1337x No, but better neural connections from the brain to muscle comes from improving the capabilities of the body. Strength training will provide that. A strong body will also lead to your mind not being foggy with processing thoughts, getting sufficient oxygen to it, and generally being healthier and more capable to complete tasks.
It depends on the person. Some dont have problems. If your in peak condition your both has a nuch higher rate of healing. There are 43 year old men that are doing better then guys in their 20s.
Stumbled onto your channel somehow. Sick as a dog today, and watched several of your vids. Well-done, very professional and concise. Very informative for those thinking about taking the step. 5 SFG 91-99, SWC 99-02, 7 SFG 02-10.
Thank you for the video. I’m a elite class triathlete from the 1980s and regular civilian. I’m always looking for motivation and reason to be a ass kicker. You young kids in your teens. Never give up and never give in. I played six years of water polo in competition and trained as a triathlete when this was foreign to everyone. It’s called Iron Will to workout and not wimp out.
At 75 I am probably too old for deployment at this time. However, I do believe in a home guard and that we, at home, women too, should be physically fit and readily able to deploy "down the street", road town, valley, where ever. The enemy may look like me so I , we, need to be able to recognize them. Spartans, so to speak. You've inspired me to do more. One of my favorite quotes was from von Steuben at Valley Forge. ROUGHLY said. He was surprised how independent the Americans were when It came to training. There were like, "herding cats.", BUT THEY HAD COURAGE, DETERMINATION AND, AGAIN, WERE INDEPENDENT."
I'm late to reply, but yes I noticed that too. 🤣 By the same logic I could say that I'm a former rent-a-cop operator and a grocery store "Thanksgiving and Christmas" veteran.
Regular Infantry units struggle because there isn’t a very high level of commitment to the team goal. Being a new leader in regular infantry units is hard because you can’t make someone commit to a goal. Yes... you can smoke them, but that really isn’t making the team better or pushing for future goals or challenges. You have a guy who hates his life forced to be somewhere doing things out of fear of a “smoking”. It than brings the whole morale down because his negativity leaches off on the platoon. And in all honesty from my experience the regular army needs some huge changes. When you have a platoon sergeant who is a complete idiot running your platoon you get nowhere. If your doing dumb pt and forced to do dumb shit all day. It’s no wonder the smart dudes get out ASAP and go use their GI bill for college. Than the cycle continues of the dumbass soldiers get promoted based on time in service not from being a good leader. When I joined I expected a challenger from the regular army. I expected the men in my units to be into fitness as much as myself. I expected them to care about there bodies and minds. I expected some kind of morales. Lol 😂 It was a rude awaking. Most of these soldiers were just trying to survive their contracts. And that was even for some of the athletes, because they were lied to by recruiters and brought into an environment where they couldn’t continue to progress. They had some dumbass in charge of them pushing there intelligence into the dirt and running a platoon on ego vs knowledge and problem solving.
Yeah, it’s absolutely the same over here in the Marine Corps infantry. Seeing all of this going on in my unit does compel me to just get out after 4 years and utilize my GI Bill. At the same time, I also wish to pursue my dreams of becoming a Recon Marine or MARSOC Raider. The thought of working with well rounded and professional Marines of the SOF community does motivate me again like it once did when I was in highschool.
The Arkham Knight dont let them get to you, join the recon guys or the raider guys. just hold on to that dream, if you want to wait a few years after your contract so you catch your breathe and prepare, do it. but dont let them get to you. EVER. fuck those guys and the people in charge of them.
Thug Wife Back in '02 my Squad leader was always talking about "doing the right thing","taking care of his soldiers" yada yada,we got to Mosul in '03 and he goes crazy,stealing tvs from the market,staying alone with his gf in the middle of a field while his squad was out patrolling so we couldn't bother him,would stay in one of the police stations and send his squad out to get ice for his gf,he would buy eggs and throw them at people as we are patrolling,stealing from other units,I mean OUT OF CONTROL...that shit makes people hate their lives for sure if not the army itself,for me those 5 years of active duty were one bs after the other,I even experienced racism to top it all off.
It doesn’t help that all infantry officers start off with a choice of how committed they’ll be when the get shipped off to benning for school. All 11b Officers have to attend but you don’t have to pass, it’s disgusting
I also love how tier 1 operators (SOF) as this man who knows exactly what he's talking about in this video well the thing I love is almost all of them work together regardless of politics because it's very very important to establish relationships because you don't know if an attack is gonna start in one country and end in another! And I also agree about them being top gear athletes I believe some of them could be pro athletes but they choose another more heroic path! The Special Forces should be paid what pro athletes are!.
The number one attribute that is absolutely needed and is not stressed enough starting childhood with parenting You learn right and wrong and that transitions into conscientiousness This leads into the most important trait for anyone seeking to join the sof community DEDICATION. with it you can go beyond your limits and learn anything. You could be the worst land NAV POG in the world but with dedication you can complete the star I could go on but it really all just boils down to how dedicated are you
Great video. My biggest takeaway is the emphasis on teamwork. Sadly, it seems that outside of the military, emphasis is placed on individual performance, not teamwork. Thanks again for producing great and informative content.
My 2 cents - A friend(VN Recondo, LRRP) commented that he and his buddy would ALWAYS volunteer during training. To the point that the instructors would say "I need two volunteers" "Except you two." Did they do it to get out of dirty jobs? No, it was simply their attitude to volunteer. The instructors realized those two already had the attitude and didn't need to be pushed unnecessarily. So, in training why would you push yourself like that. To be your best. No matter what level you achieve. Ranger, Airborne, SF, or whatever.. You don't need any other reason to push yourself, but... After training (which is on-going learning) look around. Those that pushed, volunteered, and grew; they are the ones around YOU. Who would you rather rely upon? And you know that they would rely upon you. This "attitude" works in the military and civilian life. You may surprise yourself.
"Special Operational Forces" is the US military's generic name for Elite Soldiers with a special mission, while "Special Forces" is the dedicated name for the army green berets, yes green beret is just a nick name.
I’ve taught several generations of designers at art schools and I refer to the variations of creative types as one of 3 categories. An ‘operator’ in my world is someone that can do the job with minimal instruction but better than 99% of the artists around. But the position of operator has a limit and requires the second type which I call ‘administrator’. The admin is usually someone who was once an operator and has either worn out or was better at communication skills to begin with. Admins take on the task of communication with other admins to help negotiate and balance expectations. Without admins the artist operator would end up duplicating effort and end up being less efficient. And finally if an operator or administrator transcends the role they are given, or has an innate desire to achieve, I call this person a “visonary.” These are the highly motivated and resourceful leaders in the art community that rely on insight and idealism to achieve the impossible. The operator and administrator need to work inside the box in my world but the visionary must act outside the box to break convention. However without a support group of admins and operators, a visionary is ineffective. In the end the three roles rely on each other to progress. It becomes clear that visionaries are rare. And most often overconfident. The danger of assigning the role of visionary to a “buddy” is failure, but it happens. True artistic success is not accomplished with a popularity contest despite popular opinion. Along the way to the visionary position in the art world, human factors typically exact an emotional toll. To find a visionary that has become one without having the baggage of deception or subterfuge along the way is truly a rare thing indeed. And so the best and truest visionaries are those with rock solid ideals and Stand on a platform of performance, insight, and patience.
Thank you I'm 47 years old and I was inspired by that video we should all hold ourselves to a higher,standard indeed mediocrity is not something to be,proud of self reliance and dependability are so admirable
I’m a former Special Forces operator, 18B with a designation as a W-7. That was all before 9/11. I would have gladly followed my brothers into Afghanistan in 2001, but a HAHO parachute accident left me a paraplegic. I did keep in touch with the guys though and would have given anything to go with them. Our Selection was brutal with a pass rate of about 15%. Unfortunately, from what I’ve been hearing from instructors for quite some time is that the addition of a 4th battalion to the Groups and the 18X program have made it extremely difficult to fail anyone. That’s really quite sad. DOL and tack care my friend.
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Im assuming u meant HALO. That outcome is the worst I can imagine. I'm sorry it had to happen to u. Thank you for your service and for bearing the sacrifice inflicted on u. Please stay strong. Regardless of what the "professionals" have told u, I hope there's at least some recovery for u in the future
Thank you for time and effort you put in every video you make . It has been a great open source information ! I was an aspiring SOF and always feelt that basic training in regular army was something easy and needed a bigger challenge . Unfortunently I know my body well and it will not meet the minimum standard to resist the selection of SOF and also wearing correctional eyeglasses is a big " - " . I haw a good idea what life and selection of SOF is all about and Sir , I salute you with Respect for the things that you haw done ! Keep up the good work and Greetings from Romania !
Thank you for your service and I hope that one day I will be granted an opportunity to serve with the capabilities prescribed on this video and channel.
That's the thing about SOF teams, if one member is lacking compared to another in one region, they work together to make one solid block of sheer skill.
Excellent video Sir! Thank you! Like you said I think anyone in any job field or organization can learn from the SOF community and apply it towards whatever it is that they do. Thanks again!
You can go in with a 18 series contract? WOW. When I was in(98-02) you had to be in a Pfc or higher and x number of years of service. Had a couple of guys in my unit make it through and get selected in selection.
Operator ::: 1. In box ( traditional , tested tactics ) , out of box . Know and master of inside box but generally thinks about outside of box. 2. Weedout - high iq , high phy. capabilities (minimum level) , mentally committed , high bearing capabilities , teachability , smart rangers/marine (because high performance is more about mind and mindset over body), above avg. IQ. 3. Edu. and training -- able to see war not just battle . Life long learners . 4. Perfect craft everyday by practice by keeping high standards , everyday break standards or maintain them . 5. Health is lifestyle . 6. Team . 7. Resources ( first to experiment ) . 8. Good support system .
What exactly do you mean with "highly educated" "the best educated" "go to the best schools" etc. Do you mean academically or military proficiency schools like sniper school and so on. I'm in Sweden so it might not fully apply to me but I'm working really hard to recover and join the Swedish navy coastal rangers. Thanks! Love your channel. Keep up the great work
The only thing I remember from all of this is oda745 is a sniper unit. I forgot a lot of how it all functions between each other and I've gotten a lot of the information from Carl Steiner's Books.
Had a friend in SF. With out a dour one of the badass I ever met and that was before he was in SF. We on occasion ran together after we got off duty. Could leave me sitting in the dust at will. Very similar builds.
great video - my son is MARSOC...just returned from his second team deployment....he NEVER talks about it LOL - I learn more from info vids like yours than I ever will from him - thanks.
Correct me if I am wrong though, but does not operator specifically refer to tier-one/special mission unit members such as Delta Force and SEAL Team 6? At least I know it used to, maybe it has changed. At least here in Sweden "operatör" in the context specifically refers to our tier-one/special mission unit members. I do realise that you said that you use the term "operator" in the video for the sake of simplicity, but I am still curious. Though, thank you for making an honest video about this. I am tired of hearing so many people in an attempt at humility say that special forces members are just "regular guys". No, they are per definition not regular guys.
Well the MOS for Marine Raiders is (CSO)Critical Skills Operator and the Rating for Navy SEALs is (SO)Special Operator. So operator is literally in their job title.
Osvath97 there is a difference between all the branches but they all have their own “operators” but there is a big difference between special operations and special forces, special forces is just green berets and by extension, delta force
I should add that by special forces I am referring to special forces as an international term, not to the United States of America Army Special Forces.
He said at the beginning of the video that for the sake of keeping it simple he’s just gonna call them all operators even tho they may have different title
The greatest warriors on the planet, a warrior cast, the elite. I passed my PRMC, I start my recruit training soon, I will earn that title. I will be elite!
My dad served in sof he isn't the smartest he couldn't use computers but if you need something done he made it happen no matter what it was he made sure i knew i am never allowed to quit five years ago i broke my back the doctors weren't sure I'd walk 6 months later i was on the tread mill every time i fell learning to walk again i knew i would never give up
Question about 4:08 - I recently stumbled upon a pic on wikipedia which shows CIA SAD/SOG and other special forces in the early stages of the Afghanistan war: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special_Activities_Division#/media/File:Hamid_Karzai_and_US_Special_Forces.jpg Alot of them do not look very athletic at all... Is there a point in the SOF hiarchy where experience trumps physical fitness?
These guys are way elite! Some of these guys I personally know went to Ft. Benning Infantry Basic, AIT, and Airborne School with me. These guys when I remember them were not arrogant but highly motivated guys. I met most of them during Airborne School. That is where I saw the SF, Navy SEALS, Air Force CCT, Marine Force Recon, Marine ANGLICO and Pararescue Guys. Their PT levels were 10 times the level for Airborne School standards and basic infantrymen who were going to the 82nd Airborne and other Airborne units and even regular infantry units. The Ranger Contract Candidates were in the same physical condition as us except they would have to get their asses kicked when they go through Ranger Indoctrination Program to be selected before they even get to one of the 3 Ranger Battalions to be Privates in that elite unit. Like me I just rotated in and out of regular and Airborne Infantry units in the Army during my career. These guys are the "Crème De La Crème".
Maybe I missed it, but you didn’t include combat controllers. All cut are airborne, HALO, and SCUBA qualified as well as trained in JTAC and air traffic controllers. Don’t know any other operators that have this type of training right off the rip. They also have a Tier 1 component with the 24th Special Tactics Squadron. This includes CCT, PJs, Combat Weather, and support elements. Hope I didn’t miss anyone, but yes, the Air Force has a seat at that table too. TSgt John Chapman was a Combat Controller and a Medal of Honor recipient too for his actions in Afghanistan.
So in short, funding, cool toys, dedicated support forces, and the freedom to think outside the box is what separates them from conventional forces. That and a legit selection process vs an acceptance process. Got it.
man u r the best now i know what a special forces mean and what do i need to get in one of them nice keep ur videos up they r very helpfull and well in the swimming training i am the best in the whole team and always win the gold medal and #1 place
I'll share this with anyone wanting to go this route, when in selection, DO NOT self assets yourself as people tending to be harder on themselves than 2nd person pov
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Yup. When my boss needs someone to operate the deep fryer, he goes to ME.
That is because you take your job seriously. you have developed skills in that job. Don't laugh, that is the foundation of what it takes to become a "special operator".
Yeah, no one else, is as competent as you. No one can handle that beast they call the *"fryer"* as you can. No one can cook fries without spilling a drop of oil, and make them both perfectly crispy on the outside, but fluffy on the inside as you can. You are a special forces fry cook.
That's amazing
You are a real operator😂
wear it proudly...the amount of time and effort it takes to master one of those things is mind numbing...you sir are a cut above.....SALUTE!!!!!!
The statement, "A strong body supports a strong mind", is significant.
в здоровом теле здоровый дух =)
It's what I tell my Joe's all the time. A hard body can get you far because you know it can take it.
Not really. It's a nice little saying with no basis in fact. Just look at Stephen Hawking. A very strong mind with the weakest body you can have.
@@spicecrop rgr that Yoda
WRONG. I tried out for Special Forces they said the opposite.
This gentleman who narrates this video I can tell he is a great teacher.
Nothing about this guy says "I served in the military." And since he was Army and I was Army, he doesn't have that military zing that says "Ive been in." He sounds wet behind the ears. And the sound of his voice (especially claiming he was a Ranger) sounds so virgin that he never did PT a day in his life. He would have been better of saying he worked as a Chaplin or dental assistant.
@@donelllamarr777 Your assessment to me is exactly why I think he was special forces. He's not as arrogant as you are ;)
@@donelllamarr777 Nothing about you says 'I served in the military'. Did you see what I did there? Did you? It was a cleverly disguised diss, using your words against you. See how this works? You have claimed nothing and stated nothing in one fail swoop.
Let me claim something. My claim is that it's impossible to know what a military personal is supposed to sound like. What intonation does one need to speak with so that everyone around can tell, with crystal clarity, that one is in the military?
Now, let me state something. You may well be or have been in the army but your self-righteous indignation about this video tells us all that you never have/or still have yet to see combat. Once you've popped your cherry (if you ever do) you'll realize that 99% of what you think should be said, shouldn't be said at all.
If I was in charge of you, you'd be running a 2 miler for forgetting that you're an idiot.
@@donelllamarr777 apparently you've only met hooo-hah operators.. Mostly rangers are like that or the infantry guy that no one gets along with. That's how they're trained and they need to be like that in QRF missions.. The SF, other operators need to blend in and be normal. Think of the PJs, DEVGRU acting Hoo-hah all the time with the raspiest voice and sounding like a lean mean killing machine? Can they blend in? no? then they're better off being infantry or ranger
@@donelllamarr777 I suggest you look up the guy's credentials. Stop embarrassing yourself.
I was in a special ed class in high school! Now thats elite!
I love that you pointed out the fact that between deployments, SOF are constantly training HARD. Like you said, in SF (US Army Special Forces, or Green Berets), ODAs generally devise their own training, and we always made it as hard on ourselves as we could, throwing in whatever twists we could think of to ensure we were prepared for whatever might go wrong. Most guys don't understand that as hard as the selection and qualification process is, it just gets harder from there. I'm glad you mentioned commitment, because it's so important. Once you are in that elite 1%, the level of commitment it takes to maintain the level of physical and mental performance required just to keep up with your peers is a real challenge. Every team is full of intense, driven, ultra-competitive, type A+ individuals, and each man must continue to prove himself, over and over, throughout his career. It is a brotherhood, and we love each other, but weakness isn't acceptable. What almost all outstanding operators have in common is that they are their own worst critic; never satisfied with their own performance, and driven to make themselves even better.
I'm former Army Special Forces, (1970s), before they adopted the 18 designation...I was 11B, Light Weapons NCO. For those interested, re: fitness, we spent the vast majority of our time deployed to 3rd world shitholes, where staying in shape was extremely difficult. You don't eat well, a good workout is damn near impossible unless it's pushups, situps, etc. You can usually run, but not always. I always get a kick out of the movies in which the entire team looks like 12 Arnold Schwarzeneggers, when in fact retaining muscle and conditioning can be a bitch.
You must have a killer rack and belly
@bret hammond Wow! I'd love to hear your story on Jocko Willink's podcast.
@bret hammond Have you not taken your meds in a while buddy?
@bret hammond I hate to burst your bubble lil buddy, but if any of this were to be true #1 you'd never post this in a fucking comment section to a video, especially if you claim the CIA were trying to kill you# 2 If they were you'd be dead already I don't give a flying fuck if your fucking Master Chief from Halo, if the CIA wants you dead you're going to die. #3 WHY, even if your claims were true why the hell would you go around telling random people on the internet? Oh wait let me guess.... Hum is it possible you're a 12 year old boy trying to look like a badass, yes, yes you are.
@@bobertbobbers1452 Hahahah this guy is killing me
The term “operator” was first used by Delta, then everybody started using it for everything. “DEVGRU operator”, “SWAT operator”, “Culinary operator” 😭
culinary operator 😂
Hahaha u.s s.force??? R u serius? I know u.s s.force done nothing!
Youre seriously implying DEVGRU are not operators? Seeing how theyre better than Delta these days, they most definitely are.
I mean, I'm pretty sure I'm justified in saying that I'm a forklift operator...
Spot on! When I actually was what's referred to nowadays as an "operator" the only operators were the people who answered the phone when you dialed "0".
Sgt. Maj. Christopher Nelms, 46, a highly decorated soldier from the Army’s elite Delta Force died July 1 from injuries sustained when his parachute failed to fully open during a June 27 jump at Laurinburg-Maxton Airport, N.C. "Go easy bro...RIP"
only 1 way out the life!
Flying Dutchman RIP SGM Nelms!
Flying Dutchman dude shut up
SGM Nelms Rest easy brother...watch the skies, we got it from here. To The Lost.
@Srijit Surendranath yes because a world class warrior would just forget to pull their reserve chute. Also re-read it.
I've always wanted to join Special forces and I still do but I'am currently not in the greatest shape. I find your videos very inspiring and your workout challenges and tips very helpful in preparation for the military. Thank you for motivating me even further, you're doing great work. Keep it up!
Thanks Mr. Radeni
Mr. Radeni, what I have picked up on is that 18x contracts are not usually the best choice when first joining. Find a job you think you might accel at and either request an option 40 with it or at the very least an airborne contract(you are offered the chance to attend rasp at airborne), just make sure your mos is compatible with regiment. Your success rate for sf selection will be much higher if you spend time in a different sof unit first. I went in the army at my weight threshold and then got in great shape. I don’t suggest this but don’t let a few extra pounds discourage you. If your in it for the right reasons, mentally tough and understand the implications of what you are doing, you will be okay
I highly suggest checking out Jeff Nichols' channel. He's a former Navy SEAL and now guides people like you in the right direction through training.
Daniel Graves What you said is how i keep myself motivated. To be a Special Forces operator is not a job but a lifestyle and my goal. I don't see my extra pounds as discouragement, i see them as a challenge that im working on overcoming in order to achieve my goals. Thanks for the tips.
Though being in shape helps theyblook for leadership and teamwork during SFAS
"Physically strong bodies are better able to support physically strong minds."
Powerful.
It's not about brain versus braun. It's about brains AND braun.
REALLY thought you're comment from 6months ago would have a sloughe of supporting and or like minded input. Smh comment community. .. ... LoL
@@strongwing123 2 years later and I guess practically nobody has seen this comment.
Great summary, Recruiters i.e. used car salesmen ( just twisting their tails) should show videos like this. I've seen guys that want to join and become SEALs yet can't swim or even do 50 situps and 50 pushups and 3 pullups.
But that's not to say they can't do it if they have the right attitude. They need to know what they have to work toward. Joining, having a goal and working hard to make it happen.
Guys mature at different rates. I know guys that join and graduate boot camp at 18 years old at 125 pounds. I met them years later and they've grown into 185 pounds of dynamite ready to take on the world.
Good video, hope it inspires people to try.
I respect all who try and those of you who've made it. But praise goes to the conventional forces and the support forces that make everything happen.
From just a Regular Guy
Yea look at david goggins...
This was very helpful. I was in 9-11 T\I worked in tower two . I reached the 33rd fl. when
the second plain hit. I fell broke both shouders. My left hip was damaged. I work every day
to do better even though I am in pain. Thanks again
That number 33 again
As a person who has gone to RASP and has talked to people that went to 18x Selection and didn't get selected I'll tell you the best thing right now.
If your under 21 DO NOT, DO NOT!! Get a 18x Contract. You can make it through the course but you have a 99% chance of not getting selected simply do to you're age.
Their looking for maturity above everything else. They do not want kids.
Also RUN, Run that ass off. Running is the most important thing and then comes everything else. Also run with 35 pounds of weight and then up it to 40. Run 4 mile with that weight and you'll be good
Dogmeat1950 sooo did you make it to batt?
Here in Australia the s.a.s selection consists of a 20 kilometer run with 30kg pack and must be done within 3 hours 30 mins.. is this similar to your miles and weight???
US Army standard is 15 min/mile with a 35lb ruck for ruck marches, though the rucks are usually closer to 45-50lbs with water, which you drink along the way (you have to finish with 35lbs). To quality for the 160th we did 2x 10 mile (16Km) rucks in a 2.5 hr time limit during one of the last weeks of Green Platoon. Other schools, like SFAS and Ranger school do longer rucks with heavier packs but I believe the standard is always 15 min/mile no matter how much crap you're carrying.
really , thats all you need to do?
wow
Excellent. Thanks. DOL
Mediocre to the story teller.
"Physically strong bodies are better able to support physically strong minds."
Those Greek philosophers will be laughing
Does your brain curl dumbbells?
@@1337x1337x No, but better neural connections from the brain to muscle comes from improving the capabilities of the body. Strength training will provide that. A strong body will also lead to your mind not being foggy with processing thoughts, getting sufficient oxygen to it, and generally being healthier and more capable to complete tasks.
Don’t forget the lifelong commitment to arthritis, back and joint pains after retirement!
Correct. My knees are killing me this morning.
Yup, they never talk about this part of being SOF. You're not carrying around your backpack from high school anymore.
lol
It depends on the person. Some dont have problems. If your in peak condition your both has a nuch higher rate of healing. There are 43 year old men that are doing better then guys in their 20s.
Just like what a real soldier would endure.
Stumbled onto your channel somehow. Sick as a dog today, and watched several of your vids. Well-done, very professional and concise. Very informative for those thinking about taking the step. 5 SFG 91-99, SWC 99-02, 7 SFG 02-10.
Thank you for the video. I’m a elite class triathlete from the 1980s and regular civilian. I’m always looking for motivation and reason to be a ass kicker. You young kids in your teens. Never give up and never give in. I played six years of water polo in competition and trained as a triathlete when this was foreign to everyone. It’s called Iron Will to workout and not wimp out.
I'm tired of waiting for a new vid.
Good job. Most consistent and informative UA-cam channel about army things, etc.
At 75 I am probably too old for deployment at this time. However, I do believe in a home guard and that we, at home, women too, should be physically fit and readily able to deploy "down the street", road town, valley, where ever. The enemy may look like me so I , we, need to be able to recognize them. Spartans, so to speak. You've inspired me to do more. One of my favorite quotes was from von Steuben at Valley Forge. ROUGHLY said. He was surprised how independent the Americans were when It came to training. There were like, "herding cats.", BUT THEY HAD COURAGE, DETERMINATION AND, AGAIN, WERE INDEPENDENT."
I liked that all the pictures were already in frame and you systematically went through each aspect of operators
Absolutely is still one of the most used words in my vocabulary. Thanks for the videos. Well done "Sir".
Im seeing alot keyboard operaters in the comments. 😂
I'm late to reply, but yes I noticed that too. 🤣
By the same logic I could say that I'm a former rent-a-cop operator and a grocery store "Thanksgiving and Christmas" veteran.
Interesting, inspiring video.
Be Selfless to the team & self disciplined. And be dedicated to your craft.
Great video. Thank you.
Simply put, excel, go above and beyond, and be the best version of yourself you possibly can in all you do in life! Thank you.
Regular Infantry units struggle because there isn’t a very high level of commitment to the team goal. Being a new leader in regular infantry units is hard because you can’t make someone commit to a goal. Yes... you can smoke them, but that really isn’t making the team better or pushing for future goals or challenges. You have a guy who hates his life forced to be somewhere doing things out of fear of a “smoking”. It than brings the whole morale down because his negativity leaches off on the platoon. And in all honesty from my experience the regular army needs some huge changes. When you have a platoon sergeant who is a complete idiot running your platoon you get nowhere. If your doing dumb pt and forced to do dumb shit all day. It’s no wonder the smart dudes get out ASAP and go use their GI bill for college. Than the cycle continues of the dumbass soldiers get promoted based on time in service not from being a good leader. When I joined I expected a challenger from the regular army. I expected the men in my units to be into fitness as much as myself. I expected them to care about there bodies and minds. I expected some kind of morales. Lol 😂 It was a rude awaking. Most of these soldiers were just trying to survive their contracts. And that was even for some of the athletes, because they were lied to by recruiters and brought into an environment where they couldn’t continue to progress. They had some dumbass in charge of them pushing there intelligence into the dirt and running a platoon on ego vs knowledge and problem solving.
Well said, same thing over in the Navy. I'm using my gi bill now ; )
Yeah, it’s absolutely the same over here in the Marine Corps infantry. Seeing all of this going on in my unit does compel me to just get out after 4 years and utilize my GI Bill. At the same time, I also wish to pursue my dreams of becoming a Recon Marine or MARSOC Raider. The thought of working with well rounded and professional Marines of the SOF community does motivate me again like it once did when I was in highschool.
The Arkham Knight dont let them get to you, join the recon guys or the raider guys. just hold on to that dream, if you want to wait a few years after your contract so you catch your breathe and prepare, do it. but dont let them get to you. EVER. fuck those guys and the people in charge of them.
Thug Wife Back in '02 my Squad leader was always talking about "doing the right thing","taking care of his soldiers" yada yada,we got to Mosul in '03 and he goes crazy,stealing tvs from the market,staying alone with his gf in the middle of a field while his squad was out patrolling so we couldn't bother him,would stay in one of the police stations and send his squad out to get ice for his gf,he would buy eggs and throw them at people as we are patrolling,stealing from other units,I mean OUT OF CONTROL...that shit makes people hate their lives for sure if not the army itself,for me those 5 years of active duty were one bs after the other,I even experienced racism to top it all off.
It doesn’t help that all infantry officers start off with a choice of how committed they’ll be when the get shipped off to benning for school.
All 11b Officers have to attend but you don’t have to pass, it’s disgusting
I also love how tier 1 operators (SOF) as this man who knows exactly what he's talking about in this video well the thing I love is almost all of them work together regardless of politics because it's very very important to establish relationships because you don't know if an attack is gonna start in one country and end in another! And I also agree about them being top gear athletes I believe some of them could be pro athletes but they choose another more heroic path! The Special Forces should be paid what pro athletes are!.
The number one attribute that is absolutely needed and is not stressed enough starting childhood with parenting
You learn right and wrong and that transitions into conscientiousness
This leads into the most important trait for anyone seeking to join the sof community
DEDICATION.
with it you can go beyond your limits and learn anything. You could be the worst land NAV POG in the world but with dedication you can complete the star
I could go on but it really all just boils down to how dedicated are you
Great video. My biggest takeaway is the emphasis on teamwork. Sadly, it seems that outside of the military, emphasis is placed on individual performance, not teamwork. Thanks again for producing great and informative content.
Totally can be applied to life and be better and sucessfull. Thanks for this vid.
Great video. We can all try to follow greatness, even if we don't physically have the tools , we can still train every day and expand our thinking.
Exceptional. I’d love to see a vid on “the military decision making process”.
My 2 cents - A friend(VN Recondo, LRRP) commented that he and his buddy would ALWAYS volunteer during training. To the point that the instructors would say "I need two volunteers" "Except you two." Did they do it to get out of dirty jobs? No, it was simply their attitude to volunteer. The instructors realized those two already had the attitude and didn't need to be pushed unnecessarily. So, in training why would you push yourself like that. To be your best. No matter what level you achieve. Ranger, Airborne, SF, or whatever..
You don't need any other reason to push yourself, but... After training (which is on-going learning) look around. Those that pushed, volunteered, and grew; they are the ones around YOU. Who would you rather rely upon? And you know that they would rely upon you.
This "attitude" works in the military and civilian life. You may surprise yourself.
Thanks for an informative video! That last part on how to apply soft operations to regular life and work is really good!
The Silent professional......I'm an ex 18-D (medic) The best years of my life.
The Operator: World Class and Badass Warrior.Special and Elite, Chosen and Unique. The consummate Commando and quiet professional.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🤘
Damn, you've absolutely done it, thanks for inspiring
The reason why I like military life. Easy sub!
I'm so operator, at school I got my own bus! Putting the special in special forces
"Special Operational Forces" is the US military's generic name for Elite Soldiers with a special mission, while "Special Forces" is the dedicated name for the army green berets, yes green beret is just a nick name.
And they DO wear a green beret! LOL
As always an on point and concise summary. Thank you
As always sir, great video with a greater purpose! Your videos are much appreciated 👍🏽
I’ve taught several generations of designers at art schools and I refer to the variations of creative types as one of 3 categories. An ‘operator’ in my world is someone that can do the job with minimal instruction but better than 99% of the artists around. But the position of operator has a limit and requires the second type which I call ‘administrator’. The admin is usually someone who was once an operator and has either worn out or was better at communication skills to begin with. Admins take on the task of communication with other admins to help negotiate and balance expectations. Without admins the artist operator would end up duplicating effort and end up being less efficient. And finally if an operator or administrator transcends the role they are given, or has an innate desire to achieve, I call this person a “visonary.” These are the highly motivated and resourceful leaders in the art community that rely on insight and idealism to achieve the impossible. The operator and administrator need to work inside the box in my world but the visionary must act outside the box to break convention. However without a support group of admins and operators, a visionary is ineffective. In the end the three roles rely on each other to progress. It becomes clear that visionaries are rare. And most often overconfident. The danger of assigning the role of visionary to a “buddy” is failure, but it happens. True artistic success is not accomplished with a popularity contest despite popular opinion. Along the way to the visionary position in the art world, human factors typically exact an emotional toll. To find a visionary that has become one without having the baggage of deception or subterfuge along the way is truly a rare thing indeed. And so the best and truest visionaries are those with rock solid ideals and
Stand on a platform of performance, insight, and patience.
Thank you I'm 47 years old and I was inspired by that video we should all hold ourselves to a higher,standard indeed mediocrity is not something to be,proud of self reliance and dependability are so admirable
Impossible to not love this channel
I’m a former Special Forces operator, 18B with a designation as a W-7. That was all before 9/11. I would have gladly followed my brothers into Afghanistan in 2001, but a HAHO parachute accident left me a paraplegic. I did keep in touch with the guys though and would have given anything to go with them. Our Selection was brutal with a pass rate of about 15%. Unfortunately, from what I’ve been hearing from instructors for quite some time is that the addition of a 4th battalion to the Groups and the 18X program have made it extremely difficult to fail anyone. That’s really quite sad.
DOL and tack care my friend.
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Im assuming u meant HALO. That outcome is the worst I can imagine. I'm sorry it had to happen to u. Thank you for your service and for bearing the sacrifice inflicted on u. Please stay strong. Regardless of what the "professionals" have told u, I hope there's at least some recovery for u in the future
HAHO, look it up
That’s not true I was an 18x and the fail rate was high. 2/3 failed selection and over 80% failed the actual q course
Chris Butler I did. Thanks. Just learned something new :)
I am a McD*nald's Operator .. I have all the badges to prove it :)
Thank you for time and effort you put in every video you make . It has been a great open source information ! I was an aspiring SOF and always feelt that basic training in regular army was something easy and needed a bigger challenge . Unfortunently I know my body well and it will not meet the minimum standard to resist the selection of SOF and also wearing correctional eyeglasses is a big " - " . I haw a good idea what life and selection of SOF is all about and Sir , I salute you with Respect for the things that you haw done ! Keep up the good work and Greetings from Romania !
Currently 4 years in Law Enforcement, I structure my work with an Operator mind set to help adapt and over come challengers in this profession.
All the way up, my man. All the way up. Guys like you who put magic of one field into their own inspire and motivate me to do so for myself.
Thank you for your service and I hope that one day I will be granted an opportunity to serve with the capabilities prescribed on this video and channel.
My uncle, and my closest friend, is within 160th SOAR. MOS 153A so, hes a pilot. He never speaks about his job, i only know he flies a chinook.
That's the thing about SOF teams, if one member is lacking compared to another in one region, they work together to make one solid block of sheer skill.
Excellent video Sir! Thank you! Like you said I think anyone in any job field or organization can learn from the SOF community and apply it towards whatever it is that they do. Thanks again!
LOL. I found a genius like you at my late stage in life but I apply your principles to my life. Thanks
Good video, how ever Don't forget USAF Combat Control (CCT) & Pararescue (PJ)
Thank you for the video, i needed it and I am ready. Just want a nap first.
You can go in with a 18 series contract? WOW. When I was in(98-02) you had to be in a Pfc or higher and x number of years of service. Had a couple of guys in my unit make it through and get selected in selection.
Operator :::
1. In box ( traditional , tested tactics ) , out of box . Know and master of inside box but generally thinks about outside of box.
2. Weedout - high iq , high phy. capabilities (minimum level) , mentally committed , high bearing capabilities , teachability , smart rangers/marine (because high performance is more about mind and mindset over body), above avg. IQ.
3. Edu. and training -- able to see war not just battle .
Life long learners .
4. Perfect craft everyday by practice by keeping high standards , everyday break standards or maintain them .
5. Health is lifestyle .
6. Team .
7. Resources ( first to experiment ) .
8. Good support system .
Every potential future operator, as well as every air soft wannabe.. should watch this video
What exactly do you mean with "highly educated" "the best educated" "go to the best schools" etc. Do you mean academically or military proficiency schools like sniper school and so on. I'm in Sweden so it might not fully apply to me but I'm working really hard to recover and join the Swedish navy coastal rangers.
Thanks! Love your channel. Keep up the great work
WAT Both.
OP as Hell.
Echelons above..
Glad this shown in my feed as suggestion. Thanks for the great video though!
Great video. Thanks for creating these informing and inspiring videos
"Are you ready for it?" I WAS BORN READY💪
Amazing video. Learn lots of new insights about Operator and life.
The only thing I remember from all of this is oda745 is a sniper unit. I forgot a lot of how it all functions between each other and I've gotten a lot of the information from Carl Steiner's Books.
Awesome video 😊
You definitely inspired me to do more and be better
Had a friend in SF. With out a dour one of the badass I ever met and that was before he was in SF. We on occasion ran together after we got off duty. Could leave me sitting in the dust at will. Very similar builds.
great video - my son is MARSOC...just returned from his second team deployment....he NEVER talks about it LOL - I learn more from info vids like yours than I ever will from him - thanks.
Thanks Mark. Please give a "Welcome Back" to your son.
I love these vids... thank you for the awesome info...be safe out there! 😎👏👏👍💪
yes well this video only magnified the desire to grow with me.
This is really an inspiring and amazing video overall. Well done man. Well done.
I'm 11A.. my son will be sof
😂
Correct me if I am wrong though, but does not operator specifically refer to tier-one/special mission unit members such as Delta Force and SEAL Team 6? At least I know it used to, maybe it has changed. At least here in Sweden "operatör" in the context specifically refers to our tier-one/special mission unit members. I do realise that you said that you use the term "operator" in the video for the sake of simplicity, but I am still curious.
Though, thank you for making an honest video about this. I am tired of hearing so many people in an attempt at humility say that special forces members are just "regular guys". No, they are per definition not regular guys.
Well the MOS for Marine Raiders is (CSO)Critical Skills Operator and the Rating for Navy SEALs is (SO)Special Operator. So operator is literally in their job title.
Alex Cacares SO means special warfare operators but i think thats different from operator but do not quote me you might be right.
Osvath97 there is a difference between all the branches but they all have their own “operators” but there is a big difference between special operations and special forces, special forces is just green berets and by extension, delta force
I should add that by special forces I am referring to special forces as an international term, not to the United States of America Army Special Forces.
He said at the beginning of the video that for the sake of keeping it simple he’s just gonna call them all operators even tho they may have different title
This is amazing!
Awesome video brother, great stuff.
The greatest warriors on the planet, a warrior cast, the elite.
I passed my PRMC, I start my recruit training soon, I will earn that title.
I will be elite!
My dad served in sof he isn't the smartest he couldn't use computers but if you need something done he made it happen no matter what it was he made sure i knew i am never allowed to quit five years ago i broke my back the doctors weren't sure I'd walk 6 months later i was on the tread mill every time i fell learning to walk again i knew i would never give up
Question about 4:08 - I recently stumbled upon a pic on wikipedia which shows CIA SAD/SOG and other special forces in the early stages of the Afghanistan war:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special_Activities_Division#/media/File:Hamid_Karzai_and_US_Special_Forces.jpg
Alot of them do not look very athletic at all... Is there a point in the SOF hiarchy where experience trumps physical fitness?
These guys are way elite! Some of these guys I personally know went to Ft. Benning Infantry Basic, AIT, and Airborne School with me. These guys when I remember them were not arrogant but highly motivated guys. I met most of them during Airborne School. That is where I saw the SF, Navy SEALS, Air Force CCT, Marine Force Recon, Marine ANGLICO and Pararescue Guys. Their PT levels were 10 times the level for Airborne School standards and basic infantrymen who were going to the 82nd Airborne and other Airborne units and even regular infantry units. The Ranger Contract Candidates were in the same physical condition as us except they would have to get their asses kicked when they go through Ranger Indoctrination Program to be selected before they even get to one of the 3 Ranger Battalions to be Privates in that elite unit. Like me I just rotated in and out of regular and Airborne Infantry units in the Army during my career. These guys are the "Crème De La Crème".
Maybe I missed it, but you didn’t include combat controllers. All cut are airborne, HALO, and SCUBA qualified as well as trained in JTAC and air traffic controllers. Don’t know any other operators that have this type of training right off the rip. They also have a Tier 1 component with the 24th Special Tactics Squadron. This includes CCT, PJs, Combat Weather, and support elements. Hope I didn’t miss anyone, but yes, the Air Force has a seat at that table too. TSgt John Chapman was a Combat Controller and a Medal of Honor recipient too for his actions in Afghanistan.
I love this video. Absolutely inspiring.
Focus. Commitment. Self Discipline.Strength. Sheer Will. Some, but not all of the character traits of a Special Operator.
This is a good video to show kids this is what it is to be a elite not a Kardashian. It’s about being the best and brightest with a can do attitude.
Great video! My son is waiting to start the Q course. Thanks for the info.
So in short, funding, cool toys, dedicated support forces, and the freedom to think outside the box is what separates them from conventional forces. That and a legit selection process vs an acceptance process. Got it.
Thanks for the videos they are filled with priceless Informational
Your videos are what keep me going.
The soldier in the thumbnail looks badass🔥🔥
Love your videos and minds like yours much love friend
Thanks for the awesome motivation!! i needed a guide.
“Thankfully, body armor technology has come a long way”
Is there a story here? Hahaha
I have a long way to go. But I WILL be a SF operator.
Inspiring video. Wanting to volunteer for Coast Guard Auxiliary.
I should of gone to at least one those courses. Never stop learning.
A M-60 gunner with less than 30 days in country (Viet Nam) was the most dangerous man I ever saw.
man u r the best now i know what a special forces mean and what do i need to get in one of them nice keep ur videos up they r very helpfull and well in the swimming training i am the best in the whole team and always win the gold medal and #1 place
I'll share this with anyone wanting to go this route, when in selection, DO NOT self assets yourself as people tending to be harder on themselves than 2nd person pov