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That is an impressive marathon time but over 3km it’s not very fast at all! I expected military standards to be more stringent?
by fire_lake 2y ago
That is an impressive marathon time but over 3km it’s not very fast at all! I expected military standards to be more stringent?
- TrackerFF 2y agoA 7 min mile would pass most special forces (selection) requirements around the world. For BUD/S (Navy Seals), it seems like a 1.5 mile run is part of the physical screening test, a 10m30s time would put you 10 seconds from the "competitive category". Minimum requirement is 11m And from my memory, that was roughly the same requirements in my country for most SOF positions. But, of course, those screening tests aren't necessarily done under ideal conditions. But if you can do a 7 min mile, it's not your conditioning that will stop you. You should be able to pass the minimum requirements for every position in the military.
- PaulDavisThe1st 2y agoI use the Navy standards as a rough guide to reclaiming some fitness I've lost over several years. They are remarkably non-stringent. Basically the ones I pay attention to (running, rowing (on an erg), pushups etc) have a highest level that means "good athletic conditioning, but not particularly competitive at this activity".
- meroes 2y agoMy lay observance is many soldier's are stronger+heavier than WWII for example. Strength doesn't quite offset the increased body weight effects when it comes to running medium to long distances. So typically you'd be right, but recently I think we're selecting for strength which requires higher bodymass more than in the past.
- ninininino 2y agoSpecial forces tend to care most about physical endurance and mental tenacity/toughness. 1 rep max, 3km speed PR, not so much. Can you hike for 48 hours without sleep matters more.