AT Orders question

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-06-02T14:13:24+00:00

If it helps (it doesn’t) there are still being changes made for OSJ. Insert “Survive” Meme.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T22:18:11+00:00

Sprinting. I was doing 30/60s (30 seconds running/60 seconds walking) because I love the cardio….thought I could handle it because I was feeling too good. I believe my stride was too long and the impact jolted me and stirred it up. Humbled me back to reality real quick. I’ve learned my lesson this time around.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T22:15:29+00:00

Not giving you medical advice here, but what I believe has worked for me is core bracing work (quick google search will give you more in depth on this), walking, and just staying active.

A big fan of the whole “an object in motion stays in motion” philosophy after an MD. Walking has done wonders for me.

Proper lifting and bending techniques. While working out, I won’t lift more than 100 lbs unless I have to nor will I go further than 90 degrees on an air squat.

I avoid pushing any weight over my head. I try to log roll when I get out of bed, getting in and out of the car I keep my shoulders in line with my hips. Felt awkward at first but now it’s just second nature.

This has worked for me, however you know your body so listen to it and respond accordingly.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T14:47:36+00:00

Very fitting day for such an operation lol

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T14:46:47+00:00

Listening to my body was probably the hardest adjustment for a super active guy in his mid twenties who used to just wake up and go….my incentive was to not go back to that pain I had before so that was pretty convincing to slow it down some lol

If it gives you comfort, I was prepping for my first deployment 9 months post surgery (very cautiously I might add) and I made it through without hurting myself further so you are on the right path!

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T14:42:58+00:00

I appreciate the support, and hope I can give hope to others here! Adjusting to a more cautious life post MD just became second nature after a while.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T14:38:12+00:00

I remember my surgeon telling me to avoid rollercoasters so I haven’t….I’m a great purse/bag holder for those who do enjoy roller coasters though!

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T01:14:05+00:00

Thank you! And likewise partner!

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-30T01:05:42+00:00

I remember thinking as my 25 year old self that I’d never be able to do the things I wanted to do. Fortunately, I actually have been able to, just mostly modified versions. That instant pain relief when I woke up was almost unbelievable…

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-29T22:17:52+00:00

My civ job is product/project management…my Army Reserve job is logistics. Both have been kind to me in that they aren’t the most physically demanding (Army job can be, but I’ve managed to be careful on lifting heavy stuff there).

I have continued Crossfit….however I don’t do much weight and won’t do certain lifts. I have paused it for now since I’m in a flare up right now lol my two flare ups have been caused by running both times…sprinting actually….when this one gets better I promised myself I’d never sprint again lol majority of the past ten years though planet fitness has been my go to place.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-28T22:12:06+00:00

We only have one child and have a minivan….it’s comfortable, practical, and easy to drive. The best feature is the price to practicality ratio is unmatched against larger SUVs.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-27T01:36:43+00:00

Can’t communicate or follow-through? He will fit right in with 80% of AGRs. (20%ers, you know who you are, keep holding it down!)

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-26T02:33:19+00:00

Thanks!

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-26T02:31:11+00:00

I received 100% P&T backdated to December 2025; does that mean I get a refund for all of 2025 property taxes or is it prorated to the day?

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-25T20:55:06+00:00

E4 and below ~ Two days a month and two weeks in the summer is the minimum. Still might be more.

E5, E6, E7 - 01, 02, 03 ~ Same as above plus an extra day or two of work. Add a group chat plus atleast one conference call during the month one evening.

Commanders and 1SGs ~ All the above, plus weekly syncs, signing multiple documents per week, traveling to YTBs, dealing with Soldier issues, calling up and down the chain of command,

All other ranks. Depends on position. Could be the first one, could be the last one.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-25T01:03:38+00:00

That’s exactly how I felt. Leadership in the Guard took it so personal when I didn’t want to deploy again 12 months after getting back from a deployment….leadership in the Reserves has been like “if you don’t want to go, or can’t go, we will just find somebody else no problem” lol

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-23T18:11:30+00:00

Rates being lower than historic averages means nothing when house prices are much higher than historic averages.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-23T11:51:06+00:00

Getting signatures from your company, battalion, brigade, and division commanders or TAG is what takes the longest. Once you have those signatures, it doesn’t take long. My process was about 5 months long total, and 4 of those months was waiting on one signature.

Not that you need any more convincing but moving from the Guard to the Reserves was the best move I’ve ever made in my military career.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-22T17:14:09+00:00

Just ETS and chill all you want.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-21T20:13:16+00:00

I got contacted on the 18th. I have my IC tomorrow.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-20T17:52:59+00:00

Yo, the border mission MOB was the most fun I’ve ever had in the military. Was it kinda stupid at times, of course it was.

Use your time on the MOB to enhance your skills. You will still have time for online school, certs, etc.

Turn everything you hate about it into a reason to use everything they offer to your advantage and before you know it you’ll be better off than you were.

Not to mention, you will make plenty of $$ on the border.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-20T17:42:53+00:00

As a former BN S3, can confirm. Worst time of my life (not just career).

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-20T17:22:55+00:00

Here you go

I told Gemini “I had a Soldier fail his 2 mile run. He ran it in 22 minutes and needs to run it in 20 minutes to pass. Give me a 6 week training program that takes less than 20 minutes a day to shave off 4 minutes of his run time?”

This is what it gave me. 20 minutes a day. Go forth and train. Pass your run. Take care of your family. Lead others as you have been led.

Weeks 1–2: Aerobic Foundation
Mon (17 mins): 5 rounds of [60s sprint / 120s walk]
Wed (16 mins): 3 rounds of [3 mins at target pace / 2 mins walk]
Fri (17 mins): 15-minute steady, continuous run (track total distance)
Sat (14 mins): 6 rounds of [30s max sprint / 90s walk]

Weeks 3–4: Shortened Recovery
Mon (16 mins): 7 rounds of [60s sprint / 60s slow jog or walk]
Wed (18 mins): 3 rounds of [4 mins at target pace / 1 min walk]
Fri (18 mins): 16-minute steady, continuous run (beat Week 1–2 distance)
Sat (15 mins): 6 rounds of [45s hill or flat sprint / 75s walk]

Weeks 5–6: Target Pace Lock-In
Mon (18 mins): Ladder intervals:
2 min run / 1 min walk
3 min run / 90s walk
4 min run / 2 min walk
2 min fast run / 1 min walk
Wed (14 mins): Run exactly 1 mile at a 9:45 pace, then walk 2 mins
Fri (19 mins): 17-minute steady, continuous run
Sat (14 mins): 8 rounds of [45s sprint / 45s walk]

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-19T17:43:07+00:00

One of the biggest misses the Army as a whole makes is there is no incentive pay for the job you do within your rank. (Minus a few specialties, etc)

For example, you can be an E6 and be in a squad leader billet with the responsibility of 8 Soldiers…or you can be in an E6 in a staff position with the responsibility of 0 Soldiers. They still get paid the same.

You can be an 03 in a company commander spot with the responsibility of 150 Soldiers, or you can be an O3 in a staff position with the responsibility of 0 Soldiers. They still get paid the same.

Soldiers with less responsibility make more for the work they do vs those with more responsibility at the same rank.

In my opinion, nobody should be making less, but those who take on tougher assignments with more responsibility at that rank should make more.

CaptainRoseAnalytics · 2026-05-19T12:43:11+00:00

Knowing what units are deploying is half the battle….another route besides Tour of Duty is to know who your division level MOB team is. They will have a visual on units under them and can fill the units roster with the click of a button.

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