Blue / Green Blog — Basic Training
Losing Weight for Running Improvement
Why does running matter in the military? Will losing weight help me run faster? Where do I start?
Training for Option 40 + 18X
If you’ve recently signed a Ranger Regiment contract (Option 40) or Special Forces contract (18X), you’ve made a significant military commitment. Others may not have been offered these contracts but intend on pursuing options for Ranger Regiment and Special Forces while already at Basic Training. Circumstances change regularly, so be sure to ask your recruiter about the likelihood of attaining these opportunities while at Fort Benning. Both the Option 40 and 18X programs fast track you into the Army’s Special Operations community. If you’re serious enough to sign one of these contracts, you should also be serious about preparing for the challenges ahead...