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Hiking: Boot Camp & Marine Combat Training Hikes
Posted on September 3, 2010 | 1 CommentWhat is the hiking like at Boot Camp and at Marine Combat Training (MCT)? If you are planning on joining the Marine Corps, then you better get used to the idea of hiking everywhere you go. One of the Marine Corps foundational training methods is... -
What To Take To Marine Combat Training (MCT)
Posted on August 11, 2010 | 1 CommentWhat should I bring to Marine Combat Training (MCT)? Even though Marines get lists, directions and instructions several times on what to bring to MCT, I still receive questions on this topic very often. Below is a detailed list of items, issued gear and documents... -
Marine Corps Boot Camp Schedule
Posted on July 27, 2010 | No CommentsBelow is the three-phase boot camp training matrix for Parris Island. I am working on re-designing these schedules to make them easier to read. CLICK IMAGES TO VIEW LARGER SCHEDULE. Training Schedule Phase 1 Boot Camp Training Matrix – Phase 1 Training Schedule Phase 2 Boot... -
Marine Combat Fitness Test Training
Posted on July 7, 2010 | 1 CommentThe United States Marine Corps Combat Fitness Test is designed to test the physical demands that a Marine might find routinely while deployed (or in combat). To score high, you must do some Combat Fitness test Training. Below are some tips and things you can... -
USMC Questions From Google Searchers
Posted on July 7, 2010 | No CommentsPeople have a LOT of questions when it comes to the Marine Corps. Especially Marine Corp Boot Camp. The purpose of this post is to answer many of the frequently asked questions that I get on my blog, and in my email. I’m going to... -
The Only Best Wife
Posted on March 14, 2010 | No CommentsA lot of people think they have the best wife in the world. I hate to break it to all of you husbands out there, but that’s just not possible. There can only be one best… and it’s mine My wife has had a lot... -
Marine Combat Training Schedule (MCT)
Posted on March 12, 2010 | 15 CommentsMCT Training Matrix Every platoon at Marine Corps boot camp has a few recruits that get a hold of the training matrix/schedule. Finding a schedule for Marine Combat Training (MCT) is another story. I’m not sure an up-to-date one even exists. The schedule recently just changed from... -
Undermining Your Own Morale
Posted on March 3, 2010 | 4 CommentsYou are your own worst enemy. We’ve all heard that, right? Being in the military has brought these thoughts into a better perspective for me. Over the last 5 months of training I’ve seen a lot of new Recruits and new Marines do a lot... -
Marine Combat Training Questions
Posted on January 20, 2010 | 12 CommentsThis post is more for people who have already been through Marine Combat Training. This blog has become a great source of first-hand information for people and I want to be able to share some details on Marine Combat Training (MCT) with them, since that... -
Marine Corps Boot Camp: The Crucible
Posted on January 16, 2010 | 4 CommentsJanuary 9th, 2010 The Crucible… the final test in Marine Corps recruit training that pushes you physically, mentally and emotionally beyond the limits of what the average human being can endure. The Crucible is designed to break, torture, try and teach. Eight events, several stations,...