r/Wildfire • u/Primary-Historian-64 • 2d ago

Question Training advice

Im in the Marines right now, and I have two years left in my contract, but I want to start training now. I just don't really know what to focus on. Some people say focus on bodyweight others say on lifting and some people day run while others say hike.

Edit-For people wondering what my MOS is, im a 0331 or machine gunner

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u/noswimming1978 2d ago

For weight training, focus on the legs (dealifts, squats, lunges, more free weights) and back (lat pulldowns, pullups not chinups, dumbell rows), especially the lower back. I was always a great runner but not awesome at hiking, and I made it 8 years as a shot. That being said, hiking with a weighted backpack over varied terrain is more beneficial as the cardio you'll gain from running. Regarding running, work up to long distance runs. It can be on level ground, but I'd get yourself to 8+ miles runs, at least a couple times a week. Cardio + leg strength + back mobility and strength should be your focus.