So I'm preparing to apply for Marine OCS as a civilian. I'm a lot out of shape right now (it's a struggle for me to just run 1 mile, let alone 3). I'm also about 25 lbs over weight. I've never been a runner because I always hated it. I did it in highschool while playing football but not religiously. When it came to cardio, I always did something else like biking, rowing machine, eliptical trainer, etc. I find myself trying to prepare for the PFT and once again it's back to running.
I really want to become a Marine Officer and I really want to become an aviator. I really want to be able to pass this PFT so I can get my shot.
So, with that said, how many of you were civilians before going into OCS that were terribly out of shape? Provide me some inspiration here.
Second, how do you guys that hate running make yourself "like" to run (or at least tolerate it for 3-7 miles?
I really want to become a Marine Officer and I really want to become an aviator. I really want to be able to pass this PFT so I can get my shot.
So, with that said, how many of you were civilians before going into OCS that were terribly out of shape? Provide me some inspiration here.
Second, how do you guys that hate running make yourself "like" to run (or at least tolerate it for 3-7 miles?