@@chrisyboy666 Hated that one. One corporal also used to say 'the world's a gym' just to remind us we could be in a world of pain anywhere anyplace anytime
Oh I know. I was just making a joke at the expense of those who say selection is "unfair". It goes without saying that I have not only total respect for Marines, but for anyone who has the balls to really try out.
A friend of mine was in the marines for 8 years. He told me what this part was like. From what he said its even harder than in the video. Lads throwing up everywhere fainting etc. Lads were given extra press ups for scratching because of sweat. Many just walking off.
Did mine in 1987. Looks a bit more scientific nowadays. I do remember not many passed, probably about half. The taking home of boots and wearing them in is new and a very good idea.
@@ethantaylor6504 if you like the Seas, I'd generally just suggest checking out other naval roles unless you are physically at great condition and your will to go through intensive training is unwavering
Oh my gosh the physical and mental endurance these men must achieve is unreal. Amazing amazing men. much love to you guys and what you do. I love the royal marines and I'm not even british haha. They've inspired me to get into the best shape of my life!
Should be joining next summer when i'm out of school, right now i'm just eating loads and going to the gym to get my weight up to 65kg. To whoever else is joining soon, good luck to you and hope to you there!
And that's just the start. Later, they have the Commando Course to look forward to including the 30 miles in 8 hours with full kit across challenging terrain.
We broke our boots in Day 1 of Army basic training by our drill sergeants having us take them off, fill them with water, put them back on and run around our barracks for half an hour. It worked.
Had a heat stroke last year so I need a dehydration test done so I was going to just do it because I know I don't typically suffer with heat stroke at all but I also have an absolutely shite history of migraines. The information my GP gave me to give to the medical officers, even though I don't get migraines anymore, it is far from showing I can handle them in a good light even though I am fully capable but I was a kid at the time so I figure a couple more years in it as my last one was only just over 2 years ago and I might be alright, no use attempting it now and risking PMU. Getting picked up on your medical SUCKS ASS. Especially when you know you can cut it but what sucks even more is thinking of something to do in the meantime, feeling like you are wasting your life on other meaningless bullshit when you put your heart and soul into training for the corps.
Chrid Boi Thats really fucking unfortunate mate. Didnt think heat stroke would be enough to stop you though. I hope you make it through in the future buddy.
A word of warning....I was failed for not clasping my hand behind my head on doing sit ups...so I'd check to make sure you're doing them correctly because doing one bad sit up. Could get you binned.
Fairly sure chief CTCRM bloke here was PTI Smudge back in 2005 and gave the words to me back then 'do what I do, the worse that can happen is you fall off the high obstacle and break an ankle'. Top bloke,...I wonder what happened to PTI White, hope hes doing well?!
@@jarrodmacs8314 You get paid very little for risking your life and living through difficult times. My advice to him is to use his potential elsewhere.
I actually can't wait to apply, as determined as I am on most things, I just hope my determination or body doesn't fail me for when I attempt my PRMC for the first time.
As a former officer, I admit it’s no cakewalk, just bear in mind lads that officers have to do the training you PRMC boys do in quicker times! “We would not expect you fellas to do something we couldn’t do either”
How ever hard it is , I hold my hands up to each and every one of you , its you lot that keeps the great in Great Britain , well done lads you make us all proud
M hi there mate, wouldn’t consider dropping out of uni cause it’s a hell of an eye opener when you’re down there. I’d recommend running 1.5 miles every 1-2 days at any speed you choose to go and do the classic 50 press ups, sit ups before bed and in the morning. Also find a pull up bar or buy one and do half your maximum effort every day to build up strength. Biggest tip, don’t overthink it and just do what you’re told when you’re told to.
Let me give anyone here a tip from my own experience. If everything from here goes right I will be in at the end of next year, however, I didn’t pass maths in high school so will have to complete a maths test regardless of how fit or otherwise strong. Get maths if your still in high school save you a lot of shite.
In my 40s now, but believe now I have at this point in my life I have the right mindset for this. However my body is old and my limbs would probably drop off in the PT.
I joined 2 days after my 16th birthday in 1972 as a Junior Marine. Did my basic training in Deal and my commando course at CTCRM, 72 Troop. I was still 16 when I joined 42 Commando.
I joined the Royal Marines before there was a PRMC, I doubt if I'd have passed it, but I did pass the Commando Course and served for 10 1/2 years before being invalided following an RTA. So I'm not too sure that I'm a fan of the PRMC.
@williambelford9661 I joined the RoyalMarines in 1961as a junior entry a few weeks after leaving school. At the recruiting office there was a maths test, and some chat from the recruiting staff. After a medical I received a letter with a date that I would be joining the R.M.s at the former Royal Marine's depot at Deal in Kent, 5/9/1961. No PRMC for me or my recruit squad mates. So it was 12 months at Deal followed by 6 months at CTCRM. After completing training I went on to serve 10 years, followed by 3 years on the reserve (which was part of the contract when I joined up). The only commitment on the reserve was just to make yourself available if the 3rd World War kicked off!!!
I did my training in 74. Slightly different now but no less demanding. There's only one thing to remember when the end of the run/yomp is still miles away. Just ask yourself: How much do I want this?
hi,I'm james I am meeting my recruiter in two weeks I'm to dress smart causal and bring ID etc.but do u have any tips for me I'd be so greatful as its my passion to join the royal forces.my appointment is in two weeks so any advice I'd be so greatful thank you so so much
Remember mine like it was yesterday, anybody wanting to do this make sure you train like fuck, being 16 and naive I didnt train for it I think i did one 4 mile run in preparation, what a shock I got, although I did pretty well in the end it was blisters of all things from the terrible boots that forced me to stop, was asked to return in 4months, no idea why but I never did, probably one of my biggest regrets, good luck to all who go for it
I'mma Teen (15) and I can do the An average of around 45 push ups / Sit ups in 1 minute (Is that good enough?) Sit ups are Easy to do in my opinion and I always feel exhausted around 20+ pushup
NS odin you can do an all arms commando course through the army mate, but it you don’t need any formal qualifications for the marines but you do need to sit an aptitude test firstly
How can i get my weight up by 10 kg im 15 and and im going to apply once im 16 im 5'4 so im rather small. I want to put on weight but maintain my muscle and fitness how can i do this before I apply
Pull ups and then lots of leg training, squats, dead lifts and compound movements. Put on 10kg will take awhile but you can do it. Also on the run up to your medical take créatine and drink lots of water can easily hold an extra 4/5 kg in water weight if you you load it on with creatine
Dude, I wouldn't join at 16, give it time. Join at say 18 or above. Try get some life experience. The more experienced you are at life the better it will be for you.
Combine eating habits with physical exercise. Eat a lot. Eat breakfast every morning. Eggs, sausage, potatoes, spinach, etc. Eat lots of protein and snacks throughout the day. Combine this with physical exercise, both strength training and physical endurance. Get a good pair of running shoes, drink lots of water, stretch and then go for a three mile run. Push ups, pull ups, lift, etc. I'm a Hospital Corpsman in the U.S Navy (the British counterpart would be a medical assistant). We train and serve with U.S Marines. What I realized in my training was endurance outweighs how much you can lift. I've literally never benched in my life. I'm 155 lbs and I can fireman carry a 220 lb guy without a problem. The problem with a lot of soldiers and Marines is that they spend too much time lifting and improving their physique as oppose to running, bear crawling, low crawling or some other endurance workout. You can also grab a backpack and throw some books or something with some weight in there, and go for a jog. I know the Royal Marines do a 4 mile condition run with 30 pounds of gear. If you do this, make sure you have a good pair of running shoes. Drink lots of water. Training days I go throw 2 camel packs a day. Stretch, etc. Infantry life is rough on your body. You'll ache, you'll be wet, cold, tried, muddy, etc. But you'll love it anyway. You're always capable of more than you think. Mental strength is more important than anything else. Love to our brothers across the pond.
I had the same problem, I was 5’11 but still light. I eat LOADS, trained hard in the gym with classic weightlifting (not messing about crossfitting etc) to help gain weight. However, there is no rush to join at 16, I did and regret it, better wait til you are 18/19, a bit world wiser and have time to get fitter too. By then, you should have gained a bit of mass too. Get yourself into college, get some a levels before you join. Again, there is no rush.
I've the exact same issue, I tried applying at 60kg but got told to apply when I hit 65. I've instead decided to do another 2 years at college and come back to it in 2019 after more training. Good luck lads