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05MAY2025 SWO BOARD

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serrd03

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Ignotti said:
So, my method personally has been just spending a lot of time on the stair master some days to strengthen my legs + when I run on the treadmill, I just keep going the same pace for days on end then take a few days break to recover and then just increase .5 speed after 2 weeks of the same pace. At least that's how I worked up to 7MPH.

Then from there it just became a mental game, telling myself "If you run faster, you can get done with this mile faster and then you don't have to run anymore, if you run slower, this will take forever". But as of right now, I've been trying to find the right way to get over the 1.5-mile hurdle. 7MPH up to the 1.0-mile mark is difficult on its own, but as of right now I need to push myself to break past my limit and last just another 4 minutes and 28 seconds which on paper doesn't sound too bad.... but in physical reality feels like forever.
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Do you run only on the treadmill? I feel like treadmill and trail/road running is so different. If you're burning out after one mile, you're going too fast. you gotta start off comfortably "slow". What has worked for me is to incorporate different types of runs. One day I do speed runs- intervals, fartlek, PR on a certain distance. Next i pick a time (ie 25 min, 30 mins 40 mins etc) and just run that and dont worry about pace just enjoy the run. then i do long runs >3 miles at a good pace. These will help you biuld endurance and speed. I am at 8:34 for the mile, and 14:04 for 1.5 run
 
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serrd03

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UncleJimini said:
Oh man, I'm sorry to hear this! Do you know if you made it into the June 2 board??
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he said my packet "is with the swo people" but he mentioned that since swo is my secondary, then i wont be reviewed until my primary (supp) is reviewed first and supply doesnt convene until august. then swo convenes again a week after that. so either way it looks like im waiting until aug/sep
 
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Ignotti

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UncleJimini said:
To be honest, hitting the stair master sounds like a great idea. I'm gonna have to try adding that myself for the strength/endurance. My biggest issue is my legs feel heavy nearly my whole run, so that sounds like a good fix.

I have a buddy who is training for a marathon right now, and I asked him about what you said to overcome the last bit of extra distance. He recommended I tell you to try doing 5k's at a minute to 2 minutes slower than your max mile pace.

When I first started training to prep for OCS back in April, he had me walking 5k's before I ever even tried running. (I'd literally never gone for a run before this) I can't speak for everyone, but it really changed my mindset and helped me tackle the 1.5 without gassing out.
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That sounds like a good idea. I feel like if I just keep doing that up until I actually ship out, I'll have plenty of reserve stamina to tap into and use for the real deal.

I'll take your advice and focus on increasing distance and time running before focusing on speed.
 
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Ignotti

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serrd03 said:
Do you run only on the treadmill? I feel like treadmill and trail/road running is so different. If you're burning out after one mile, you're going too fast. you gotta start off comfortably "slow". What has worked for me is to incorporate different types of runs. One day I do speed runs- intervals, fartlek, PR on a certain distance. Next i pick a time (ie 25 min, 30 mins 40 mins etc) and just run that and dont worry about pace just enjoy the run. then i do long runs >3 miles at a good pace. These will help you biuld endurance and speed. I am at 8:34 for the mile, and 14:04 for 1.5 run
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Definitely great advice to switch up the tempo/pace different days. I'll take that to heart. Also, I want to start running outside once I finally find out when my ship out date is for more motivation.

It's also been the hottest 2 weeks ever in Florida right now so I may start just running at night or wait until it cools down a bit.

Another thing is I just really love how easy the treadmill is on my knees, shins, and ankles. I find I recover a lot quicker from intense workouts using the treadmill. Just don't wanna overdo it and injure myself or have an extended recovery time if I may be shipping out soon.
 
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Ignotti

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serrd03 said:
he said my packet "is with the swo people" but he mentioned that since swo is my secondary, then i wont be reviewed until my primary (supp) is reviewed first and supply doesnt convene until august. then swo convenes again a week after that. so either way it looks like im waiting until aug/sep
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Sorry to hear that man😓 I'm super impatient personally. I hate that you have to wait even longer.
 
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serrd03

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Ignotti said:
Definitely great advice to switch up the tempo/pace different days. I'll take that to heart. Also, I want to start running outside once I finally find out when my ship out date is for more motivation.

It's also been the hottest 2 weeks ever in Florida right now so I may start just running at night or wait until it cools down a bit.

Another thing is I just really love how easy the treadmill is on my knees, shins, and ankles. I find I recover a lot quicker from intense workouts using the treadmill. Just don't wanna overdo it and injure myself or have an extended recovery time if I may be shipping out soon.
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totally understand. Texas heat has been insufferable lately as well but ive been a runner for 10+ years and running outside has been my thing. I do not like the treadmill at all. Id recommend doing knee exercises to strengthen them and make sure your shoes fit your needs! but yeah, like my recruiter said "hurry up, and wait!" so thats what i will do 🥲
 
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Cusroj

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Has anyone heard anything new yet? Because my recruiting office just informed me SWO has been closed for "quite some time" without ellaborating further.
 
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k_8

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Cusroj said:
Has anyone heard anything new yet? Because my recruiting office just informed me SWO has been closed for "quite some time" without ellaborating further.
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I wouldn't get caught up in that. Your recruiter will most likely tell you anything to buy themselves some time until you ask again. Historically, the results come out anywhere from 2-6 after the board concludes. We're still in that timeframe. I check to see if results have come out at least 3-4 times daily but they should realistically be out in the next week or so. I know being patient isn't easy! We're all at the edge of our seat.
At least you're not in the process alone.
Good luck everyone! 🖤
 
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