Age waiver for 37 here. Army. Had to get at least a 50 on ASVAB. Waiver was approved. Achieved an 82 on ASVAB. Full MEPS approval. I leave for basic in about 2 months. It's possible people! 👍
@@generalinbox3740 the age difference of me being older for my rank. But promotions come quicker. Your "boss" can waive standard promotion requirements if you kick ass. It's pretty easy to stand out in a good way when almost all of your battle buddies are 18-25 and you're pushing 40 (maturity level & work ethic). I have no complaints. 👍
I just turned 28. College degree. Leaving for basic training August 10 as 11b. I workout and run everyday . I look forward to meeting young and older soldiers soon...this has always been one of my childhood goals to be a US soldier. Taking my challenges head on and having the courage in the darkest of times. My advice to anyone shipping in the future like myself "STAYMOTIVATED"
I'm 27 and all I've done in my life is jump from job to job because I don't feel fulfilled in what I'm doing I've always wanted to join a branch of the military but never did due to me trying to find something normal...but now I feel like the military will do me well and put more structure in my life...
I was 28 when I joined the Army as a 11B I fractured my hip the first week of OSUT it was tough but I still pushed threw and made it threw I just re-enlisted for my second contract so I’m living proof that it can be done you just have to push your self to reach your goals
@@mav_4404 I joined at 28 it’s hard to make friends I don’t mind having leaders younger than me cus they are older than me in army years. But get ready for hella immature shit brother .. if you become a pog you will be straight up chilling.. do dog handler or some cool shit
Joined at 38 in 06 at E4. Did three combat deployments: Iraq 08, Afghanistan 2010 and 2012. Got out in 2015 at E6. I now work for the VA finding jobs for vets. I wish I had joined when I was younger. I would've tried for the full 20+ and retired. Loved every minute of it. Best job I ever had.
@@zaksilver1858 No. The age limit for the Army, including Reserves and National Guard, is 35. You can join the Naval Reserves that has an age limit of 39.
I’m 27 and signed this month as a 68w in the Guard. Had my first drill today and felt really old with all these 18 years old 😑😂 BUT very little of them couldn’t meet PT and did not get the job they wanted because they did not have the confidence to advocate for themselves. I’m very glad I joined now, I’m older and more confident and I know what I want. So ready for basic in November!
36 and I leave for basic in a month. Never finished college, and I've spent most of my life playing in bands and working whatever jobs I could find. My local music scene really slowed down after covid, playing in bands just wasn't going anywhere, and I experienced a not so great job change at the end of 2023, so I decided to join the National Guard. I'm pretty excited tbh! I cleaned up my act and I've been working on PT stuff like doing lots of push-ups and running, which is getting easier, and I'm bracing myself for what's going to be a huge change in lifestyle for me. It's going to be tough, but I look forward to crushing it! Older guys can get it done too!!! Thanks for making videos like this. I've been consuming lots of Army content as of late, and this channel has become a favorite of mine. Cheers!
I'm 27, I was in the Marine Corps for 3 years. I've spent 5 years working in factories and taking care of my dad who had cancer. He's passed on now and I really miss the military. I absolutely loved Marine ITB. I want to be an 11B in the Army.
27 - wanted to enlist my whole life, finally taking care of everything I need to do, glad I got the guidance and experience I was blessed to receive and choose, now I want to piece that together and seek the rest of my journey being the best that I am!
I leave for BCT in oct, and I will be 27 at this time. 12M. I see most kids out of HS joining for college benefits. I enlisted for myslef, I don't care much for benefits. Bored with my current career. But the main reason is that Im in love in this country. Im from poland and Im naturalized U.S citizen. My enlistment is big "Thank you" for U.S for giving me a chance to live in this great country. Also I picked 12M firefighter because I want to be a part of rescue team
Pallek997 Congrats and best of luck. Much respect to you for joining for those reasons. How’d you swing a 12M contract? They’re incredibly rare according to my recruiter.
I went in at 18, shipped when I wasn’t actually ready to leave. (Was homeless and outta shape at the time) got to AIT passed my classes but failed apft run by 45 seconds. Got an honorable discharge. Have regretted since(turn 26 next month). I’ve just jumped job from Job no real direction in life. I want something better for wife and daughter so seriously considering redoing it all over again
I'm 28 right now and joining. I really didn't want to when I was younger, I didn't have any desire at all. But for some reason about 1-1 1/2 years ago I started kind of getting the urge to go. But my wife didn't like the idea. But met a friend now that was a Ranger, another friend that's currently serving... didn't take long for them to talk me into going in. I'm wanting to go is as a 35P cryptologic linguist. I already speak 1 foreign language fluently, maybe I'll go in with another language. But I feel like right now I'm much more prepared for the military at 28 than when I was 18-21, I've lived in another country, I've worked jobs of 50+ hours per week, physically demanding jobs. I'm just a lot more physically and emotionally mature now
As for the physical excuses that people have. I literally just had an ACL reconstruction surgery that I'm recovering from to join. I was still able to work out the last 3 years that I've had this shitty knee. I'm good now. Still recovering, but I'm gonna be just fine. None of those stupid excuses about being older so you can't work out.
JONATHAN310 Productions It all depends on every prior service members situation. Since I’ve been out more than 48 months i has to get an exemption as well as a waiver because I’m losing my rank which is all good and I was only allowed a three year contract and have to make E-5 before the end or I will be higher tenured. I have to do basic training but I’m looking forward to it all and gonna have some fun
Planning on enlist in about 2 years , I am 24 in good shape I have a good job and family my wife and daughter but, it’s been my dream to wear the US Army uniform since I was back home in COLOMBIA 🙌🏼
35 and headed to Navy OCS in the spring. Waiting for my designator boards. I’ve made great money, I’ve learned another language, I did work abroad in construction, mining, oil & gas. The biggest thing I’ve learned about myself however are these: I care so little about materialism, I want to serve; and I want to be a part of a wonderful brotherhood. 6 years is nothing. And if I want to stay then I certainly will extend. Even with spinal fusion I can get it done. For now I’m walking/jogging 6 days a week and working out with my Ranger buddy. Love your content buddy. Thank you
I'm 37, looking to join the Air Guard. I have 7 years of prior service in the Belgian Air Force before moving to Canada and then moving to the US as a permanent resident. I hope to survive doing Boot Camp a second time at my age.
I'm 28. Since I was a kid, my only plan was to join the Army. Even took the ASVAB at 17 but ended up catching a felony that same year and it hit me hard. I'm getting ready to talk to recruiters soon to try and enlist like I should have 10 years ago. Getting back in shape now.
Age 25+ have more life experience than a 17-23 year old. Which makes a better candidate for military, law enforcement. The being in shape depends how much you work for it age dosent play a role especially if you’re under 35 years old.
I'm 26 now just turned 26 today actually. My father had cancer when I got out of highschool and I had to take care of him and work to take care.of my family. I decided to stay home to make sure my family was ok first. I've been terrified of being too old to take this leap and I have wanted this since I was a child it's been my dream.
Andre Mathews as Someone who served in the army and then became a firefighter/PM, I gotta say that you just made a terrible life choice my friend. Good luck, and I genuinely hope you actually enjoy it, but why in the world would you give up the greatest career in the world to deal with stupid army bullshit?
Chi26trojans What did you even do in the Army? Maybe homie here decided he needed a change and wanted to do something else. Maybe he’s going out for Regiment or SFAS. Just cause you couldn’t cut your teeth with the rest of em doesn’t mean he can’t. Your experience in the Army in no way, shape or form effects what his experiences will be. That being said, I hope you have a successful military career, man. Whatever your MOS may be.
I think the U.S. Army should raise the maximum age limit from 35 to a higher age. I know a lot of people including myself who are in top shape want to join but due to the maximum age limit will not able to. This forces other potential soldiers to join other branches with a higher age limit.
Awesome video! I’m 29 I’ve been unemployed 2 times in less than 10 years neither were my fault. I was in Jrotc in high school and the desire to join the military never really left me. I leave to Fort Jackson next month.
I’m 22 about to be 23 I’m trying to get my stuff in order before I can enlist my family has a long military background my grandfather served 2 tours in Vietnam I have alot of respect for active and non active service members because of it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t be able to enjoy my freedom the way I do today if it was not for y’all and my grandfather I thank you all for your service and god bless you all
Im 34 processing tryna fet in the national guard right now im currently studying for tge asvab and gettimg back in shape my push up strength and sit up strength is coming back to me and im definitely running and jogging alot i just gotta work on my pull ups more tryna get ready to be smoked by the drill surgents at basic training cuz i gotta feeling they gonna be on my azz 24/7 i appreciate the encouragement ben
I’ve been commissioning in the AF since I was 26, I just turned 28 in Feb and am tired of waiting around for a non-rated board to come up and I might not even get selected since I have a comm degree. So! I gave myself a July deadline to enlist and I’m still trying to decide Army or Air Force. I’ve heard all the reasons why or why not from both branches, but something about the Army speaks to me more. The level of discipline is higher from the outside looking in and their jobs appeal more to me. I’m looking for that shell shock environment and idk if the AF could provide that for me. More money because of BAH and BAS? Sure. But the Army let’s you pick your job and sign for it. (My job currently has a $30k bonus). Knowing 100% what my MOS will be outweighs the extra $$$ the AF could give me. The ONLY thing keeping me second guessing is the fact that at 28 years old, I’ll be in the barracks. I guess I have to let go of my pride lol
I'm 26 and looking to enlist because of the fact that I genuinely have no idea what to do with my life. I've been working retail ever since I left high school, I never went to college because I was afraid of the debts that would come with it and never had any faith that the things I would've actually been interested in studying would get me anywhere. As one of those people who joins as a shitbag, how best do I not be a shitbag?
I’m 28, been working since I was 18, been over weight, I’m a single father. I’ve always wanted to experience being in the military. And it has some good benefits for me and my child. Been working on my weight, I hope I can join as soon as I meet the weight
I'm 33 yrs, married with no college degree. My ship date is in 6 days kind of nervous but proud of this decision, I believe is never too late for a new career.
I enlisted in the Infantry at 24. Loved it, excelled in it and never looked back. Re-enlisted once and had 2 combat tours for total 6 years active duty- both airborne- Special Ops and 82nd ABN line infantry. Great video, real good insight and details.
I’m 24 about to turn 25 this year, I have a family and I considering joining so I can start my career. I’ve always wanted to be a police officer in the civilian side so I’m hoping this will push me into the right Direction!
Iam 55 I would like to return , National Guard side. I really miss it. It made me grow up. I am willing to learn from the young Troops and as well try and teach them from my experience. I work in a Refinery, Iam a member of the Emergency Response Team as an EMT-A and in High Angle Rescue. My regular job is an Operations Technician on the Waste water treatment plant. I have 20plus years of experience as a Medic and in High Angle Rescue
I am 19 right now, hopefully joining when I am 20 as an infantry. Finally got to my goal weight of 179! I wanted to get my life set together a little bit, understand what I wanted to do and see if the military was right for me!
Hey man I’m 23 with a criminal justice bachelors degree. How are you liking the army? Are you surrounded by a bunch of 18 year olds? That’s one of the main things holding me back from joining and going infantry. Don’t want to work with a bunch of kids.
@@mav_4404 go the officer route you have a degree it will look great resume you can go work for the feds when u get out lower enlisted do all the bullshit work
@@mav_4404 if you go lower enlisted when your not camping in the field you will be cleaning up and mowing grass infantry is lit during war time other that that they put up with the most bullshit which is why they are called grunts because you grunt at the dumb shit you have to do
Dude im on the same boat ill be 29 when i join but I also have to drop a good amount of weight. My goal is until January since im finishing school at the moment. You got it just push hard and cut out sodas and fast food!
Just turned 30 - I'm pretty seriously considering going for National Guard or Army Reserves. I never really knew what I wanted to do, but got my Bachelor's Degree (Sociology) and have been working as a Recruiter for the last 4 years making a decent income. Even still, I feel unfulfilled and have a desire for something else, something more, to just be better overall and I think the military may be the place to find these things. Thanks for the video, I thought it was helpful!
Im 25 and scared to join. Excited for the experience, scared of being to old. You just made me sleep way better at night. Thank you infinitely. Got 87 on my picat.. overwhelmed by all the jobs i can choose from. I want to be a diver. But dont know if im enough of a monster.
Yes but you are joining for the right reason and you will have the maturity to have your goals and your head on your should you focuse! You got this !!!!
I’m 26. I have a business degree and work as a mortgage loan originator. I want to serve our country so bad but I am afraid of the commitment that comes with joining the military.
I’m 23 and don’t consider myself mature still , I feel like I’m still 19 , only worked at staples fir 7 months and Lowe’s fir 2 after highschool the rest was side jobs and landscaping
Did you join???? I’m in a similar situation. I’m 23, still live with my fam and work a minimum wage job. Haven’t done much with my life and honestly still feel like a teenager. I’m thinking of going into the Navy to help me mature and figure out what I’d like to do with my life. If you have joined tell me how it’s going, if you haven’t joined maybe tell me what you ended up doing instead?
@@ashtondillard6906 oh wow dude I commented when I wasyour age now I’m 3 years older at 26 and I didn’t do the army unfortunately a lil while after and the vaccines came out for the military and I was against it so I ended up at staples warehouse shipping but I might try again when I’m 28 or 29 I’m to busy with life right now to even try to enlist but definitely young lad do what you feel will lead to a nice foreseeable future with skills and knowledge and always be humble and you will do fine regardless whatever you do ! Stay bless an good luck chap
@@ashtondillard6906 also if it helps my brother is 22 in the navy as a aircraft mechanic since 19 and he enjoys it but it takes alot away from family time and friends and being young in early 20s only working for the military and not doing anything Else until contract is over but if you enlist at 22 you can still be young at 26to27 getting out an enjoy life being young vet or join later 20s
I'm 28, i moved from Korea last year as a permanent resident. I was a Korean Marine for 2yrs in Korea. And then worked as a Nurse in ICU of Hospital. But i had to move to USA with my wife. now I finished ASVAB, physical test to join US army. I'm gonna get the job 68W or 91B soon. It would be interesting and exciting even tho i already had degree for nursing!Doing what i want is the best for my life. And the point is Age doesn't matter! At least in USA🇺🇸 cheer up for older people like me 😂
Cool. I was even older when I enlisted. Still though, is it possible for you to get another kind of mos other than either 91bravo (wheeled vehicle mechanic) or 68 whiskey combat medic? I ask this because while pretty much all jobs have things about them that suck and while pretty much all jobs have long hours,. Wheeled vehicle mechanics have it pretty rough in the hot or cold motorpool all day everyday and it is arguably more stressful than quite a few other mos are. And in the army, this is all still after a hard early mornings work of pt, which maynot only be physically demanding but also pretty ridiculous (army does nonsense for pt which is why you'll hear people who like to workout saying they don't care for army organized pt) . Being married, you might not want to be THAT much more exhausted and stressed out when you go home after duty. As for 68w keep in mind that while you may get assigned to working in a clinic helping people sign into dick call, lots of 68 whiskeys, especially if assigned to a combat support hospital (which I've been assigned to before) end up doing the same nonsense as so many other soldiers in the army: screwing around a motorpool emptying and laying out connex (storage sheds) followed up by sweeping and cleaning the company building and being bored out of their minds waiting to be released by 1700. As the word "combat" in the name "combat medic" indicates, you'll never actually be doing your job unless you are actually deployed in a combat zone. So that's why you'll be spending most of your time doing the nonsensical stuff I just mentioned (along with everyone in a while sitting in the woods for a few weeks at a time). Being an older guy I doubt you'd want to be scrubbing toilets and treated like a little kid because you're coming in as a lower rank. I'm not telling you what to do, but as an older joiner, have you thought about other medical type mos (that would actually have you DOING your job like a 68e or a 68q or 68g), or anything else other than the two you listed?
@@golfery5119 first of all Thanks for your comment sir. today i joined as 15U. CH-47 Helicopter Repairer! i considered a lot so far. but i could get better chance today than 91B and 68W.of course, both are very cool and nice jobs. Now i'm waiting my ship date. 19th in this month! really thanks for your kind answer :D
@@2saint-bell good luck. I've been attached to a cab (combat aviation brigade) unit also (not assigned to but attached with). They seem more chill. Only problem I would have with it is that the 15 series seem to all be automatic six year long contracts (I don't think is want to do an automatic six year term even if I was with the air force) Good luck!
@@golfery5119 appreciate! Yes but at least for me, 6yrs ain't long in my whole life :) i will work there for this greatest country in the world to protect! and Thanks for your service Veteran sir!
You still got plenty of time to enlist. I thought it was too late for me to join as well. I just chose a MOS at my recruiter's office a few days ago, and I'm 40.
I'm 26 years old turning 27 in September. I'm an amateur boxer. So not worried about my pt. But I am interested in the army boxing team and if I'd be able to join and just more about it.
I’m 23, turning 24 next month. I have a 2 year old, and plan on getting married this coming year. I’ve been helping my mom pay off her house after my dad (he was also an army veteran) passed back 2021, all she has is 6 months left to pay. I make fairly good money, about 3,000 a month. Won’t have much bills to pay after my mom’s home is paid. I realize I can save a ton of money if I stay with her a couple more years, or I could just join the army but, obviously I’d get less money. However, I’ve had a desire to join the military since I was a teen.
I’m 34 and leave for OSUT on the 8th. FLW as a 31B. Feel great at my age. Only concern is being away from my wife and son but they understand why I’m doing it.
I have had my application take 4 years long and am still calling at 25 because I didn’t hear back in pandemic after passing all the testing the first time with no medication or diagnosis. Have an excel sheet ready of all the dates and contacts that I had to this point and am ready for the Member of Parliament to take action.
I’m 26 man and I’m really trying to join a branch man I’ve jumped job to job as well and I feel like I’m just going with my life without a purpose or maybe I’m just not happy
The Army standard is 180 (60 in each event) I am an older person, I could solidly get a 210. The problem is that Officers working with NCO's have this thing about having a higher PT standard. But STOP. STOP it. If the standard is too low, then talk to congress. If you want a higher a standard, train it for every Soldier. That might take time away from layouts or the motor-pool Monday. Fact, none of the deficiencies are ever getting fixed in garrison. If deployed, takes about two weeks. )
Hello, I have a similar background. I just turned 40 and looking to do the same. I’m prior service/honorably discharge/ and good re entry code. My question for you is, will I be able to join still?
I enlisted at the age of 37. I can only say, PT is over emphasized, but leadership and "heart" is what I had. I had a strange amount of respect. I was trusted but not allowed into the NCO club as soon as I could have because... PT. Holy whatever you are into. Does not indicate "heart".
I’m 21 almost 22. Just a construction worker in Chicago. No ged or schooling (dropped out early cause I didn’t have money) My main reason for joining to is to get broken down and re built. Better shape. Brotherhood. I’ve had a girlfriend for 2-3 years, she had a child before we met but she says she is totally open for me to join. I went to a recruiting officer last month and told him what I said up there He told me I have a good 2 years of preparation. Main thing that will mess with me I think is the anxiety I’ve had all my life
Me I have all for this, training, leadership..but just too older now (lol)..Seriously, I want say it’s a beautiful challenge for the future women and men I encourage everyone for this..Enjoy your video Sir..Thanks for the post
Another good video Ben.....I was thinking about this as I am 29 and currently in the process of joining. Kinda wish I went ahead and gone through with it about 9 years ago when my twin brother joined but it’s all good. I currently weigh 234 and still working my ass off to lose as much as I can before I go....thanks for the info....I’ll be going this week or next week to have a physical done since I have to do a tattoo waiver, then hopefully soon after I’ll get to sign my contract
I'm 29 and in the process of enlisting for 11b (11x right now) Been trying to quit smoking and start running.....i havnt ran in 10 years and have been smoking for about 8...i have a lot of work to do! Lol But I know I can do it, and looking forward to the challenge of keeping up with the young bucks
Just turned 30 a few days ago. I’m considering the guard. I’ve been a police officer for the last six years and have a 4-year degree. I’m married have and have a step son. I don’t mean this in a braggadocious way, but I’m well established in life. I make nearly 100k a year, own a nice home, and have a family. Im worried it’ll be a bit of culture shock. I’m in a different spot in life than most. I’d say I’m in excellent physical shape. Any advice?
Thinking about joining at 27 and entering the Army’s PA program - i got my background in science with a masters degree and have been teaching for 6 years. Talking with the recruiter tomorrow to see - any questions I should ask????
I hate the end "If you are joining to be a shit bag" Nobody knows what is to sign on the line. Some cannot handle it. Respect to recruits who tapped out. They at least gave it a shot.
Lol thanks for the info helps a lot, I was mainly curious because I'm not sure of the age demographics for new recruits. ITrying to join the reserves at 25, I'm taking the asvab Monday. I mainly want to go because civilian life is getting boring, and I want to serve my country before I lose the opportunity to do so.
I am 44, married for 10 years, small contracting business for restorations and remodeling owner. I have many friends who served, I have grandchildren lol, to be serious though, I want to join for peace of mind for them, knowing they would be protected and secure if something happend to me. it would be tough to adjust, but I truly believe I am fully capable.
dude im 24 and i tried air force, army, and marines 5 years ago and no go and no waivers because of a shoulder surgery i was just thinking about trying again and my all time favorite MOS was 68 Whiskey and here i am clicked on your video without even knowing im gonna keep watching now just had to say it
I know I’m not quite as old as some of these other guys but essentially I’m 23 working a minimum wage job and haven’t done anything with my young adult life. I’ve lived with my fam up till this point but after some unfortunate events my fam is losing the house. I’m scared as hell for the future and am thinking going into the Navy might help me find structure and help me know what I want to do with the rest of my life.
I’m 32 trying to join as 91b been turning wrenches sense I was 22 years old (UTI) I took the practice test for the first time the other day got a 17 so I’m mad rusty with math haha. I’m still going for it. Your advice was super helpful and motivating. Your right about the age thing when I was young I wasn’t mentally ready I grew up with no parents so I was mad at the world and bitter. I would workout with some ex military buddies that I met at Universal Technical Institute they helped me change my life along with the workouts.
Thanks for this video. I’m 26 thinking of joining and this video helped alot I do push ups work out daily my whole thing is being away from my family but it’ll be fine✊🏿
I'm 32, God help me. 68w. I'm looking forward to getting in best shape of my life. Looking forward to Learning, looking forward to the friends I'll make.
