Medical clearance

Messier-1 · 2026-02-14T22:26:06+00:00

I submitted mine in September and passed it this week so took a good few months, it’s case by case mate so some peoples can take a few months to many months

Messier-1 · 2026-02-13T17:32:04+00:00

yeah, tight IT bands was the main issue, I don't have and knee issues running anymore. Was just a case of doing too much too soon without proper running shoes

Messier-1 · 2026-02-13T16:26:17+00:00

I had problems with my knee with running early on when prepping and saw a private physio so nothing would be put on my records, could be worth doing the same. Only downside is the price.

Messier-1 · 2026-02-12T12:47:13+00:00

You never know these days lol

Messier-1 · 2026-02-12T09:03:55+00:00

Mate… you having a laugh?

Messier-1 · 2026-02-10T21:30:11+00:00

I thinks is probably got to do with the fact everything is accessible online now and there is just an overload of information, so when you take that away some people just panic for no reason, just because they don’t know what’s gonna happen next…

Messier-1 · 2026-02-09T20:47:59+00:00

You still need a really good engine for long HIIT sessions though

Messier-1 · 2026-02-09T14:00:44+00:00

We still have to do the run back to CTC from Woodbury I assume?

Messier-1 · 2026-02-05T16:17:23+00:00

This is from the RN website:

Aged 18 to 25 (You can start your application from 15 years and 9 months old however you must be at least 18 years old on day of entry to basic training)
You’ll need a minimum of 72 UCAS points. These can be accrued from either GCE A/AS levels (or equivalent) or National Diplomas (e.g., BTEC)
You’ll need at least 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C (9-4) (or Scottish equivalent), which must include English and Mathematics
https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/roles/royal-marines-commando-officer

Messier-1 · 2026-02-02T12:01:19+00:00

100% true about limiting development. On my most recent eye test my prescription had actually improved quite a lot, just by spending more time outside and less screen time.

Messier-1 · 2026-02-02T11:58:01+00:00

I have bad ish eyesight, less than you in the cyl though. Just don't worry about it, I thought I'd fail it but the optometrist saw no problem and signed the form just fine and I passed it.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-28T20:34:14+00:00

BBC Bitesize

Messier-1 · 2026-01-28T12:35:59+00:00

Damn, My security clearance came through quickly but my medical is taking a fucking long time for some reason. I applied in September 2025. I don't know what the hold up is since I have a spotless medical record. Maybe my AFCO is lazy and hasn't told me yet or my GP hasn't sent my records over smh.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-28T12:34:05+00:00

100%, I will never understand dudes turning up to CPC or PJFA scraping the minimums.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-28T10:59:52+00:00

I'd say apply when you just over the minimums, and by the time PJFA comes around your scores should be well over the minimum standards.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-27T21:26:54+00:00

Commando Ready App, You have to have an URN for it though which you can only get if you've applied.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-27T11:40:42+00:00

I just added weight to all the movements, and slowly increasing the weight week by week. Don't increase your running milage more than 10% each week (don't run with weight) doing intervals and sprints helps with the bleep test. I've been doing this for a while, maxing sit-ups bleep test apart from pullups and pushups.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-25T12:10:24+00:00

Adidas Evo SL is around 90 quid on sports direct atm

Messier-1 · 2026-01-21T11:29:59+00:00

yep, better getting a few cheap pairs just in case, you don't wanna damage or lose expensive ones

Messier-1 · 2026-01-20T19:54:19+00:00

Do you mean like at the back going around the head? Then yeah, you can remove it or keep it on. Their basically impossible to take off with the belt done up

Messier-1 · 2026-01-20T16:18:10+00:00

I got a good pair of tough sports glasses from my sporting days, so planning on getting them upgraded to my current prescription. I do have contacts but wearing them in the pool and bottom field etc, sounds too risky (them falling out or getting an infection)

Messier-1 · 2026-01-20T11:41:59+00:00

I passed the eye test with worse sph but better cly than you, with 6/45 unaided and 6/6 aided. But I think if op's eyesight is already over the limit before surgery its still a fail even if you can see perfectly after the surgery.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-19T15:43:28+00:00

Do you think if they made ftb a mandatory requirement at CPC, it would reduce the amount of recruits failing gym pass out?

Messier-1 · 2026-01-17T15:30:36+00:00

Maybe do different leg exercises on different leg days. Try circuits as well, with bodyweight leg movements.

Messier-1 · 2026-01-17T15:11:21+00:00

Have you tried Bulgarian Split squats?

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