i want to join the army , so as a lady how tough do i have to be?
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a lot tougher then your nail varnish lady.
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Honestly, you are right.  The number of concessions and exceptions the military has had (and continues to have ) tomake just so females can serve is counterproductive and detrimental to the mission.  I am all for equal rights, but if you can not do the job, you should go elsewhere- the standards should not be lowered just so you make it.  The fact that female Marines I was in Iraq with (numbering 5) has an entire 30 man tent for themselves because they needed sperate billiting shows the preposterous nature of the system.  I have never met a female Marine (who are the toughest the US has got) who could perform physically as well or as long as a male Marine, or maybe more importantly, had the emotional or phychological strength to handle sometimes normal occurances.  Everyone in knows this and simply ignores or covers up for the discrepancies.  I applaud the females for their willingness to serve, but they do not and (except in rare cases) cannot equal a male in the same postion.\nGay men are a little different, though- the only problems I see logistically would be the same as females- seperate billiting and head faculities (baths/showers for you non DevilDOGs or squids) would be required, but they still could be expected to perform at the same levels physically as the other males.\n\noh, and sorry for the Jedi remarks- just kidding!`\n\nKsuccubis-  Being an able mechanic or a driver is not at all equal to the ability to endure physical and mental pain for weeks or months on end and still be counted on to complete the mission.  And PFT scores are essentially worthless in judging strength between individuals-  your ability to do pull-ups or sit -ups (your weight being the resistance) can not be measured to my ability using my weight.  and running is a great measure of endurance and cardiovascular strength, but the ability to do so with ruck and flak and kevlar under combat conditions is something all together different.  I am in no way trying to demean you or your service to the country, but emotional responses and personal investment are not the issues- combat effectiveness is.  I promise you no Male Marine could get away with the things the females do all the time- they use the full arsenal fo womanly guile to get out of the heavy lifting, barracks duty, deployments, etc- from PMS, to emotional issues, to sexual suggestiveness, with all the tears,pouting, preening, huffing and puffing that goes along with it.  It silly, wasteful and countertproductive, and has no place in the military as it should be.
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call an army recruiter and they will fill you in on all of this information!
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Aside from the obvious physical difference between the two sexes, there are other factors to consider.    Combat is extremely difficult on all levels, not just the physical.   Seeing close friends killed in action is not an easy thing.  Going for sometimes days without sleep, or weeks without food is always a possibility.  Becoming a POW is a possibility, and what kinds of torture will the ememy use.  Gang Rape?     \n\nFrankly I wonder why women want combat roles.  War is hell.   Visit some of the veterans hospitals and talk to the disabled vets.   Guys with missing arms and legs,  and even worse than that.   Combat is not entirely about the "glory" of battle, and although it is admirable for one to volunteer to do fight in combat,  for the real grunt work we need the most physically capable to win the war.   Survival of the fittest.  \n\nNow saying that,  I realize there are some combat missions that dont require a lot of physical strength, such as fighter pilots.    There are those high tech combat rolls that women and some men may be better suited for.   \n\nCall me sexist if you wish,  but there are differences in the sexes, and no one can deny that.   Men tend to be physically and emotionally the stronger of the sexes.    That is not to say men are superior in any way, we are just different.
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First, before you go have it in your mind that YOU WILL NOT EVER GIVE UP! That's what is going to get you throuh.  Rememberthat Basic Training isn't really as hard as it is going to seem like and millions of other American Soldiers have completed the training.  You can get through it- you just have to keep trying and keep a positive additude.  Never quit when you feel like quitting, and you will have times when you feel like quitting.  Erase from your brain that quitting is even an option.  Your mental and emotional state needs to be solid before you get to Reception- it will help everything else fall into place.  Leave your relationships back home on a good note; try not to levae any unfinished business that you'll have to go back to. It will only make you worry about other things when you need to concentrate on training.\nOnce you get that prepared. . . .\nRun, Run, Run, Run, do push- ups and sit-ups, and then run some more.  Most females have the toughest time with push-ups and running, so make sure that you are as prepared as you can be. That being said, you will still get smoked, no matter how good of a shape you can work yourself up to, the Drill SGTs will push you harder.  Remember that this is a good thing and take something from it- teh Drill SGTs will make you better than you thought you could be, if you let them. This will be a chance for you do to things that you never expected and will teach you that your limits aren't as low as you thought the were.  Overall, it's a positive experience; one that you can be glad of.  Try to enjoy the challenges, but take them seriously- you will probably have to use what you learned someday soon.  \nI'd advise keeping your hair at least long enough to pull it back into a bun.  Shorter hair requires constant maintence to keep it within the regulations, and you won't have much time for that, and you don't want o have to worry about a dozen bobby pins every day. Don't expect long showers, or many chances to shave your legs either, but you'll get used to it, and make the time if it's important to you.  Good luck!\nOh- one last thing- start getting used to drinking lots of water!
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For one, DO NOT tell them you have any mental history what so ever.  Without a waiver it will be impossible for you to join the military no matter what branch.  It is extremely difficult to get a waiver for mental issues.\n\n2. You only have to be 17 to join.  The only thing you can't do is deploy until you turn 18.\n\n3. go to about.com for paycharts and such.  Pay goes up every year so by the time you get to join the pay will be higher.  You will get full health/dental/life insurance. You will get free housing with no utilities, if you are single, if married you will get money for housing and utilities or you can live on base and get the free housing. \n\n4. Any job you want to do is suitable for a female in the military. ASVAB is the biggest thing.  It will tell you what you are eligable for, specifically your GT score, which a recruiter can explain to you.\n\n5. Females can do ALMOST anything, with the exception of combat arms such as infantry, special forces, ranger.  \n\nJoining the military is a very good way of life and it is a good way to get a better education also, thats another benefit you will have, they will pay for you to go to college and in some instances you will be able to get out of work if you have classes.\n\nA lot of my family is in the army and none of them regret their decision, its a great way of life.  And don't let anyone tell you that joining the military is going to mean you will deploy.
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It's gonna be tough, but not overly so. Try not to sweat it too much. BCT for the combat jobs is a bit more intense. This is on account of the more intense 'working" environment. Fort Sill is on of the more "pleasant" posts for basic training. (that term being relative of course.)  You'll be hating life for the first week or so, this is what they call the "total control" phase of basic training. After that phase, it gets progressively more relaxed as the D.I.'s see that you're coming along satisfactorily.\n  P.S. You'll notice during B.R.M. (basic rifle marksmanship) that the drill sargeants are particluarly nice. Has somethng to do with the private having a loaded assault rifle I believe.
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wow coming from a female soldier that dose no serve breakfast or do laundry.  I drive and fire big guns.  If you really have an attitude like that you should not be able to enlist in the military we don't need people like you in the military.  It is people with attitudes like you that make it harder for everyone including the guys to do our jobs.  you really don't need to be in the military.  If you don't care if you die then you should just jump in front of a train do us all a favor
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women on the frontlines should be as a last resort. It is very difficult for many men to concentrate when women are around and our "protect the woman" program runs in our brain, which could cause some fatal errors in judgement and this is not the womens fault, it is just human nature.Support roles are very important because a current army can not win for very long without the support troops.
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Hi Lynda. You replied/answered my question about the idiot who thinks he can be special forces without training. So, I'm answering yours, but I first want to thank you and your husband for your service to our country. I know what it is to be a woman in a man's job/world. I was a cop. I know how difficult it can be. You all made us so proud here at home with your courage and your bravery so from the bottom of my heart, I thank you. All of our soldiers, including you my dear, are in my prayers and I'm so proud you all. Okay, now, here are some links to your question here. I don't know if it'll help but I hope it does. Also, if you need to talk, my email is rilti8@sbcglobal.net. Here's the links:\n\nhttp://www.etpv.org/2001/parashat.html\nhttp://www.absoluteastronomy.com/ref/judaism\nhttp://100777.com/aggregator/feed?from=1920\nhttp://www.heraldmag.org/olb/Contents/dictionaries/0TISBE.htm\n\nOnce again, I'm here if you need a friend. May God protect and keep you and yours and the rest of our soldiers no matter who or where they might be.
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You must be prepared to follow higher up's orders, and this could inclulde killing or annihilating everything in your path be it men, women or children. Not that I would judge you only God knows what I'd do with a gun in my hands in wartime situation.  You must have a true cause I believe to do this and be a true warrior.
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That depends on you.  Do you feel that the Army, or any other branch of the military, can help you in your endeavors?  The military has a lot to offer, and you can take it far.  The military, however, is also not for everyone.  There can be long hours, but we have a lot of time off for that.  You could be sent to war, or not.  \n\nYou need to get all the information you can get, and be honest with yourself about the reasons you are joining.  Read the material, don't just look it over.  Ask people who judgment you trust.  See if there are people in your area that are in the Army, and ask them.  REMEMBER, tho, there are always people that aren't happy with what they are doing.  Some people like the military way of life, others don't.\n\nLife is full of decisions.  Unfortunately, this is one decision that YOU have to make.
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Whatever you do, don't try to cheat (except for maybe sneaking a candy bar or something).  When you are told to make your pack 55 lbs for an all day hike, make it 58 lbs just to be safe.  They WILL trip you up and surprise inspect you.  Everybody's body will fail at some point, it's how you deal with it.  Remember that the whole thing is a test and each day you get through is closer to an A.  It is also training of course, they are training you to follow orders and to be mentally tougher.  But EVERYHTING is a test.\n\nWhen they tell you you can't eat until they say or you have to clean the entire bathroom with a toothbrush or dig a hole and fill it up again, don't look for a purpose. The purpose is discipline, not the damn hole.  making your bed perfectly is a test, shining your shoes and then running in mud and shining them again is a test.\n\n Make sure you can run at LEAST 5 miles and do 100 pushups and the like and you will be already ahead of the game as far as fitness.  They will exhaust you anyway, but your body will be more prepared.\n\nIf you are freezing or shaking from lack of sleep and exhaustion, just remember, if you get through it, you never have to suffer that in the future if you don't want to, it's your choice so tough it out.  You may choose Marine recon or something and have to do further training, but it's YOUR CHOICE.  So stick with your decisions and you'll be a better man in the end.\n\nWatch those shows on Discovery for SEAL training.  It's  harder in some respects than boot camp, so you'll have a good idea. It will help you prepare mentally.\n\nYou will make friends that you will remember for the rest of your life and earn the respect of your instructors and yourself when you get through it.
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Well, you have to be fit, physically and mentally for starters. If deciding to enlist, go 18X. Have a good asvab score, not everyone can get special ops like that..... if that wasnt the case, like the devildogg said, go infantry, they will ask for volunteers for either rangers or airborne, take it, then later on, you can put in a request for selection, pass that and your in...... i tell you that rangers is more hardcore physically, but green berets is more mental.....
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You can't join the military unless:  you are 17, have parents permission, and are a junior in high school (or have already graduated).\n\nAll military training is design to be hard.  It is NOT harder than necessary, remember you are learning how to survive.  Is it hard?  Yes.  But if it was TOO hard, how come some many millions of people have already completed it?
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I think it depends on the branch. \n\nIf you start of slow, you can work up to your goal before you leave for basic. \n\nFor the Army: \n\nHere are the requirements for a 25-year old female to graduate basic training:\n\nMaximum weight I can be for my height: 154\n\nMinimum:\n\n# of push-ups in 2 minutes – 17\n\n# of sit-ups in 2 minutes – 50\n\nAmount of time to finish 2 mile run – 19:36\n\nI think I got the charts off About.com or the Army's website. They showed you what you would need to score to pass the Physical test.
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Not a problem, I'm a current serving soldier in the British Army and there are a good few girls undergoing the same training as myself and are perfectly competent. Some more so....The female in my class has the highest marks so far in electronics.\n\nIn response to that dick who said their both gonna die sooner or later, he needs a slap n I'll gladly be the one to give it. You carry on taking your life for granted whilst others provide defence to ensure your right to freedom (probably a fat basterd who indulges himself in Macdonalds everyday). Wanker!!