UMDStudent24
09-17-08, 10:09 PM
As I've mentioned before, I am applying for an aviation contract for OCS.
As it stands, I need more LORs (Letters of Recommendation) and I need to improve my PFT. There are numerous threads here about improving one's PFT so I won't ask for any advice on how to improve and clog up the boards with repetitive mundane threads; I do, however, seek a little perspective on what I should aim for prior to the each OCS-selection board. (I'm looking for plausible/achievable fitness goals!)
The more important question is, where should I go for LORs that really stand out? My father is a retired Airman (he was a Master Sergeant (E7) in the USAF) and he currently works for DOD. He is around and has known a few high-ranking guys (Marines included) that I could perhaps have write me a LOR. Other than this idea I am stumped. Beyond the recommendations that are typical for most (family friends, former/current employers, etc.,) I am short on influential people.
Perhaps I could speak to my sister's recruiters? Is it necessary that I even have a Marine write me one? I'd prefer it if I could find a Marine willing to do so, but I don't want to have someone who does not know me and thus could not accurately describe my character write a recommendation for me. Any direction is much appreciated!
Back to the PFT, I need a 225 to apply.
I took my first PFT yesterday and scored a 218.
13 Pull-ups
74 Crunches
21:21 3-Mile run
I did more pull-ups, but they did not count 2 (a difference of 10 points), so my next test may show drastic improvement there.
The crunches surprised me in a terrible manner. I simply did not adequately prepare for this portion of the test. I believe I can have this maxed within a month.
The run, while I was pleased with the time, happened to be one of my worst runs in some time. So, barring a repeat of yesterday, that should show some great improvement as well.
The selection board meets every month. By this time next month, what are some reasonable goals for each category?
Thanks!
:usmc:
As it stands, I need more LORs (Letters of Recommendation) and I need to improve my PFT. There are numerous threads here about improving one's PFT so I won't ask for any advice on how to improve and clog up the boards with repetitive mundane threads; I do, however, seek a little perspective on what I should aim for prior to the each OCS-selection board. (I'm looking for plausible/achievable fitness goals!)
The more important question is, where should I go for LORs that really stand out? My father is a retired Airman (he was a Master Sergeant (E7) in the USAF) and he currently works for DOD. He is around and has known a few high-ranking guys (Marines included) that I could perhaps have write me a LOR. Other than this idea I am stumped. Beyond the recommendations that are typical for most (family friends, former/current employers, etc.,) I am short on influential people.
Perhaps I could speak to my sister's recruiters? Is it necessary that I even have a Marine write me one? I'd prefer it if I could find a Marine willing to do so, but I don't want to have someone who does not know me and thus could not accurately describe my character write a recommendation for me. Any direction is much appreciated!
Back to the PFT, I need a 225 to apply.
I took my first PFT yesterday and scored a 218.
13 Pull-ups
74 Crunches
21:21 3-Mile run
I did more pull-ups, but they did not count 2 (a difference of 10 points), so my next test may show drastic improvement there.
The crunches surprised me in a terrible manner. I simply did not adequately prepare for this portion of the test. I believe I can have this maxed within a month.
The run, while I was pleased with the time, happened to be one of my worst runs in some time. So, barring a repeat of yesterday, that should show some great improvement as well.
The selection board meets every month. By this time next month, what are some reasonable goals for each category?
Thanks!
:usmc: