Do you think civilian thrill seekers who participate in challenge races and competitions would cut it in the military?

LTC Gavin Heater — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 21:33:41 -0400

Do you ever watch Wipe Out or Bullseye or Survivor and wonder if the competitors would cut it in the military? While a few competitors have served, most have not. They all seem to complain a lot even if they are in shape? What are your opinions?

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2015 9:35 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 21:35:28 -0400

Physically I think some of them could cut it. The standards in the Army are not that difficult. I have competed in some obstacle course/endurance runs and I cannot keep up with many and I am an above 300 APFT guy.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 3 at 2015 9:58 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 21:58:20 -0400

I watch Red Bull videos sometimes, Sir. I wonder why some of these folks aren't military. There's some potential HALO guys right there. I'd love to ask one of them. "Dude...you could do this A LOT! Sign here."

Response by LTC Gavin Heater made Jun 3 at 2015 10:21 PM

LTC Gavin Heater — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 22:21:28 -0400

Recruiting from some of these adventure based activities might be a good idea.

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Jun 3 at 2015 10:24 PM

MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca — Wed, 03 Jun 2015 22:24:52 -0400

These folks tend to not be conformists and "by the book" types, which is why the do some of the things they do. Granted SOCOM has it's share of adrenalin junkies, but there's a lot more to it than just the willingness to do some crazy-ass stuff.