Just wondering if anyone here is supposed to attend OBLC this upcoming January (2009). Not 100% at this point whether I will be or not, but figured it wouldn't hurt to start trying to make some contacts. My commissioning package was supposed to meet the board in August but I guess there were some fixes that needed to be made so I was placed on the back burner. Was told that my package is supposed to be before the board today though and should hear back by next week (pretty exited right now). My wife is currently active duty AF Nurse Corps, but is in the final stage of securing an interservice transfer to the Army Nurse Corps and we both hope to attend the January OBLC class.
Hope to hear from some of our future classmates soon.
I agree, no one should try to injury themselves. I am currently at OBLC and there is a nurse who got a stress fracture from doing the AFPT and pushing herself to the limit. Did she get 100%? No.
I was happy to have scored 179 after walking 7.5 miles that morning. I welcome the PT in the morning as it is a great way to increase one's metabolism, get in shape, etc. I am hoping to be able to retest in a few weeks and am expecting a 200+. My advice, if you fail and have to take PT then don't worry about it...about 90% of the direct commission and 20% of the reservists are doing it in my class. We have a battalion run in a few weeks so that shall be interesting.
I agree that you should be the one who cares about your results. For me, I know that I will expect more out of myself as I get used to everything. I am just taking it one day at a time here.
Wisdom: All I can say is start out slow if you are training now for January's OBLC. Do not injure yourself. Good luck! Train to save! Hooah!
Good to hear from you again. Hope all is still going well down at Ft. Sam for you. With regards to the nurse who ended up with stress fractures... what happened with her? Are they dropping her on a medical? The closer I get to OBLC the more I have been worrying about injuries. I can't imagine how horrible it would be to work as hard as we all have to get to this point in our lives only to have it slip through your fingers because of an injury.
To answer your question no she did not have to recycle. They are going to let her take it via 800m in a timed test. The second week here at FSH is much better. I am coming back in February so I will be prepared for what is on base. I am scheduled to take the 66b course even though it is not listed on the main schedule yet.
Yes, please take it easy and try not to over train before you get here. We have finally broken into platoons. I will post more about this week later on in the week.
Feel free to ask any questions that you might have. I will try to answer.
Can you explain how the residency program is working (I don't this applies to you - but perhaps you've heard from peers) Those who go to this 1 year program.. is it at all locations and just a format for leaders to 'train' you or is it a specific location? At what point will that new nurse get to find out which specialized course he/she will be attending?
I guess I'm so nervous about not passing and not being a "runner" . Unfortunately, like most nurses (being anal) I was pushing myself to do the best. Age really does play an important part in conditioning. I promise to take it slow and steady!! Thanks again for the web site. I'll check it out.
Hi Scout, sorry this is a late entry but back to the pt test debate. I see both sides. Sure I want to do better than just the min requirement, but I think they are telling me to go slow to prevent an injury. Believe me, getting back into shape is so much harder for 40+ and in my opionion harder for women also--more body fat. (This is a proven statement by many trainers). I'm not out of shape, just not used to that type of testing. Give me a tennis racquet or a yoga mat or walking endurance and I can blow your socks off. I just have to re-condition my program. Thanks for the input. Trust me, I'll give 100% during my service.
A great big HOOAH!! I praise your courage and self discipline. After 23 years of marriage, I am finally trying to find my voice. (we have been together since 15 and I came from a sexually and physically abusive father to a controlling husband. My fault because I let it happen) I just regret never getting my BSN. (It was discouraged so I could be home with the kids and I didn't think I was worth it) But no worries, I plan to try to get it once I join. You are an inspiration to me..!!!
Yes, I have read the entire thread; just because people reserve comment for a long period of time, does not mean they're not watching whats going on. I understand people can struggle with a pt test initially; however I made my statements as a direct response to this:
Why kill yourself? Believe me, it will NOT advance your career, as a RESERVIST to attempt to run 8:00 miles."
I'm sure this is the same line that got scout's attention. Having been ad and reservist, this kind of attitude is rampant during drills. But when mobilization comes, units wonder why ad looks down on them. Sure, take it slowly at first and build up. But it is deceitful for anyone who knows the real deal to condone a "shoot for the minimum attitude". ANC o's are officers first and condoning a 9% on any aspect of pt test is b.s.
Really? So, you have been to my drills? Hum.....funny, I don't remember seeing you there :) But you seem to know all about every reservist out there......
Dude, we all bust ass at our RESERVE AFPT.
Talk to me in 20 years, when your tendons and cartilege and muscles have
a few more miles on them.....
HOOAH is not the problem. Building endure and strength in your muscles gradually is.........
I agree with scout 100%. The truth isn't always encouraging or negotiable. If you are attempting to join the military as an officer, branch is immaterial, you are expected to lead and set the example. What is important is a desire and ability to achieve the best, not shoot for the minimum and say "I'm a reservist". Simply meeting the standards is only partially acceptable if your an E-nothing private and not one iota as an officer.
Officers with better pt scores will always be picked before slugs who just shoot for the minimum; especially for anything high speed like airborne, air assault, pathfinder, etc.
Now this is the second reference to what an officer means...well, I am an officer and do I get 100 % at age 39, no. Am I out there with my enlisted everyday running with them and joining them at PT yes. Do they see me quit and whine, no. That is what they see and respect, trying your best...even when it means they are running past you. Do we joke about it, yes. My enlisted come into my office everyday for advice...professionally and personally. So, they know I am not a great fitness person, I do pass, they are ok with that, they know I stand behind them no matter what, and I would never abandon them.
Now for airborne school, air assault...most likely we wouldn't get picked up on because of age, however, if you are gung ho...go for it. Personally, my goal is being a great nurse to the soldier's that need us, as well as a great officer in any role the military sets before me. Remember...grow where you are planted and you will do well.
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you get injured you get taped..... you get out of commission...... that doesn't help morale.