should you cross your feet for the pull too if allowed, or no? I have COPAT tomorrow morning and just trying to pick up as many tips as possible. Thanks.
@@johnleeder7682 I didn’t and in the meantime I had the interview and I didn’t pass that either, but I will try again and if not, I will try for the RCMP
Hey Marc, what exercises do you recommend for preparing for the push portion. My daughter broke her shoulder 8 months ago and is training for her PARE and we are particularly concerned about the push portion of the test so we are looking ideas on what she should be doing. Also, are there any ways to mimic the push component in a typical gym?
+Jeff Brant My apologies for the late reply. Is your daughter cleared to train again? If so, here's what I recommend: - Push-ups and pulling exercises (like rows) will help with the push portion, but it needs to be used in conjunction with other exercises. - A strong and stable core is arguably more important than having a strong upper body, as the power generated from the legs can be transferred to the upper body and into the machine much easier. - In terms of mimicking the push, the closest I've come to is doing partner pushes. Here's an example: ua-cam.com/video/VNjIJoM_Vyg/v-deo.html
When I did my practice yesterday, I felt that when I was doing the push portion it kept pushing me back. So watching this video and from what I take from it is ideally you want to be close to the machine as possible and push with your elbows tucked in towards your body. I guess it helps to have your body lower to the ground?
+Kelo Ross Ideally, yes you want to be close with elbows tucked. You also want to push into the machine using your legs. That's where the power and drive comes from, not the upper body. And I wouldn't say you have the body lower to the ground. You want to be angled enough so that you're utilizing your legs for pushing and staying tight in your upper body to take advantage of the leg drive.
is it okay if the weights goes up and down but doesn't touch all the way down ? Would it be acceptable or must it be pushed in or out all the way during your rep ? thanks
MrDigit420 Generally speaking, there's a colour scheme on the handles letting you know how much of it is pushed in and if you're close to dropping the weights. Green means you're good, yellow is close, and red you've dropped it. As long as it's in green or yellow, you're good, but of course to be safe you want it pushed in as far as possible, and it should be elevated the entire time.
Is that a 80 lb load on the handle? I have a test coming and worked on leg strength and upper body because they have a portion that uses a power training machine and the carriage is 50 lbs but the handle is translated to 80 lbs. Is that difficult to push and pull?
With no weight added, the carriage is 20 lbs. Depending on which test you're doing, the actual weight will vary. As for difficulty, the machine is hard if you don't use good technique. The machine also gets harder to perform when you're fatigued. This increases the importance of technique as you can't rely on brute strength. Relying on strength alone after the obstacle course means you'll struggle more than necessary with the machine.
Just wanted to drop in. I did my POPAT test today. Thank you so much for your tips they helped me pass the test man. YOU ROCK!
+Kelo Ross Congratulations! I'm glad to hear my tips helped you pass :) I wish you luck in the rest of your process.
Hey great videos, I am doing the PARE test next week and your tutorials really helped me out! Thanks for sharing.
You're welcome Shaheer. Good luck with your test next week!
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should you cross your feet for the pull too if allowed, or no? I have COPAT tomorrow morning and just trying to pick up as many tips as possible. Thanks.
Great videos man! I just did my pare today and failed it.. found you and looking to bounce back! Thank you for your videos
Did you make it bro ?
@@johnleeder7682 I didn’t and in the meantime I had the interview and I didn’t pass that either, but I will try again and if not, I will try for the RCMP
Very helpful; thank you!
Hey Marc, what exercises do you recommend for preparing for the push portion. My daughter broke her shoulder 8 months ago and is training for her PARE and we are particularly concerned about the push portion of the test so we are looking ideas on what she should be doing. Also, are there any ways to mimic the push component in a typical gym?
+Jeff Brant My apologies for the late reply. Is your daughter cleared to train again? If so, here's what I recommend:
- Push-ups and pulling exercises (like rows) will help with the push portion, but it needs to be used in conjunction with other exercises.
- A strong and stable core is arguably more important than having a strong upper body, as the power generated from the legs can be transferred to the upper body and into the machine much easier.
- In terms of mimicking the push, the closest I've come to is doing partner pushes. Here's an example: ua-cam.com/video/VNjIJoM_Vyg/v-deo.html
Thanks so much Marc, we will be sure to incorporate your advice into her new workout regime.
When I did my practice yesterday, I felt that when I was doing the push portion it kept pushing me back. So watching this video and from what I take from it is ideally you want to be close to the machine as possible and push with your elbows tucked in towards your body. I guess it helps to have your body lower to the ground?
+Kelo Ross Ideally, yes you want to be close with elbows tucked. You also want to push into the machine using your legs. That's where the power and drive comes from, not the upper body. And I wouldn't say you have the body lower to the ground. You want to be angled enough so that you're utilizing your legs for pushing and staying tight in your upper body to take advantage of the leg drive.
how much is that wait
Depends on the test. PARE starts at 70 lbs of resistance. POPAT starts at 80 lbs.
Hey how much is the weight for the push ? Looks like 70?
Depends which test you're doing. PARE is 70 lbs (but does go up at final PARE at Depot), POPAT is 80 lbs.
is it okay if the weights goes up and down but doesn't touch all the way down ? Would it be acceptable or must it be pushed in or out all the way during your rep ?
thanks
MrDigit420 Generally speaking, there's a colour scheme on the handles letting you know how much of it is pushed in and if you're close to dropping the weights. Green means you're good, yellow is close, and red you've dropped it. As long as it's in green or yellow, you're good, but of course to be safe you want it pushed in as far as possible, and it should be elevated the entire time.
Not having access to a machine sucks.
Where can I find that stupid machine so I can practice
i dont think ur gonna find it with that attitude
Imagine if he said “especially females” in 2021 in 1080p, this guy would get cancelled
Is that a 80 lb load on the handle? I have a test coming and worked on leg strength and upper body because they have a portion that uses a power training machine and the carriage is 50 lbs but the handle is translated to 80 lbs. Is that difficult to push and pull?
With no weight added, the carriage is 20 lbs. Depending on which test you're doing, the actual weight will vary. As for difficulty, the machine is hard if you don't use good technique. The machine also gets harder to perform when you're fatigued. This increases the importance of technique as you can't rely on brute strength. Relying on strength alone after the obstacle course means you'll struggle more than necessary with the machine.