For someone my age, 41 soon to be 42 in March, the phycial end of basic is my greatest concern. Now, I am sure that there are people my age that this would not bother them. But for me, being a truck driver for the last 15 years and not getting a lot of excersise, this is going to be interesting. I am sure that some of you know that I am working out in a local gym to help get me into shape BRFORE I ship. go in the morning AND in the evenings. I have to admit that there are days that I wake up and want to blow it off. On those days, I have to make myself get out of bed and goand if that isn’t working, I have several friends that I can call to help motivate me to get to the gym and work out. But after I have done my almost 2 hour workout, I feel better not just physcally, but mentally. I know the more I go and the better in shape that I am BEFORE i go to basic, the easier it will be on me.

Again, I went to Military.com to find the best things to do to get ready for basic physcally.

10 Secrets to Boot Camp Fitness
Boot Camp is made for you to succeed, not to fail. You’ll never be asked to do something you can’t handle. Here are 10 tips to getting the most out of boot camp:

1. Run, run, run. The better shape you are in the easier boot camp will be. Be in shape before you get there.

2. Bring your game face. Get up for it. It can be the greatest time of your life. Don’t show emotion; it’s part of the game. Don’t be a wimp.

3. Check your attitude. Drill sergeants and instructors want you to learn because it may save your life some day. Fighting the game wastes energy.

4. Look out for your buddy. Nothing impresses people more than quietly taking care of the person next to you. Remember boot camp is a team sport.

5. It’s only temporary. Basic training doesn’t last forever. There’s a goal and a future. You’ll have down time and do things that are really fun. Your military career won’t be like boot camp.

6. Know your rights. Have your recruiter write and sign any promises they make. If you’re really hurt or sick, go to sick call. Take care of your feet. Lock your gear.

7. Study early. Know the phonetic alphabet and other military knowledge before you go. For the Army, know the Initial Entry Training book and the Army general orders.

• Stew Smith Bootcamp Workouts
• The Ultimate Basic Training Guidebook
• Get an Airman’s Guide
• Get a Coast Guardsman’s Manual
• Get a Guidebook for Marines
• Get a Guide to Soldiers Basic Knowledge
• Get a Sailor’s Guide (The Bluejacket’s Manual)

8. Run with the pack. Don’t draw attention to yourself. This is not the time to satisfy your need for attention.

9. It ain’t personal. Nothing said in basic training is personal. The high-stress environment is part of the game. The winner knows this in advance.

10. Don’t be a loner. Make friends because you are in it together. Keep in touch with family and friends at home too. Don’t let others in your unit be loners.

Bonus Tip. Go to Church. Even if you are an atheist, church is a good time to reflect on yourself, escape the pressure and regroup for the day or week ahead.