DontBurnMyFlag
Member
I am getting ready for the police academy. I should be entering by late 06. I will lay out my preparations and abilities and I ask for some suggestions, tips on what to expect and some answers to some questions. I know a few of us THR members are LEOs or military, and even if you are not, I would still appreciate anyones advice.
My preparation and ability
I am 21, 170lbs
I take martial arts 3x a week and hit the gym 3x a week and I play paintball which is great at conditioning
I take kung fu and systema. My experience is great in reality fighting and disarming of weapons.
I run a 8:00 min mile and my situps are great. My pushups could use some work.
Im an B student in college for criminal justice. Math is hard for me
I have no criminal record
I can shoot pretty darn well and my experience and knowledge of firearms is above average. I Always hit the target, im just not a match competitor by far
My questions
I know each departments physical fitness requirements are different. Realisitcally, what am I expecting?
If I pass, do they continue testing you? Or do they train you physically?
I mean, will they kick you out right away, or let you work on your fitness.
I dont know which way to go into the academy. Should I do civil service, alternate route (pay) or take the chiefs test and get hired by that department and have them send me?
What type of running excersises are recommended before going to the academy?
What type of diet is recommended? Im a college kid, I eat horribly. I cut out candy and soda though to make up for the fried food.
There ya have it. Sorry for the long post, but I thought I should cover all the bases. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
My preparation and ability
I am 21, 170lbs
I take martial arts 3x a week and hit the gym 3x a week and I play paintball which is great at conditioning
I take kung fu and systema. My experience is great in reality fighting and disarming of weapons.
I run a 8:00 min mile and my situps are great. My pushups could use some work.
Im an B student in college for criminal justice. Math is hard for me
I have no criminal record
I can shoot pretty darn well and my experience and knowledge of firearms is above average. I Always hit the target, im just not a match competitor by far
My questions
I know each departments physical fitness requirements are different. Realisitcally, what am I expecting?
If I pass, do they continue testing you? Or do they train you physically?
I mean, will they kick you out right away, or let you work on your fitness.
I dont know which way to go into the academy. Should I do civil service, alternate route (pay) or take the chiefs test and get hired by that department and have them send me?
What type of running excersises are recommended before going to the academy?
What type of diet is recommended? Im a college kid, I eat horribly. I cut out candy and soda though to make up for the fried food.
There ya have it. Sorry for the long post, but I thought I should cover all the bases. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.