Maryland Army National Guard - BCT: Week 5

Week 5 - Trials

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The White Phase is more advanced training, teaching the art of living the army values. There is an emphasis on personal courage and digging deep in order to complete the mission.

Most injuries are a result of Warriors not being physically fit. Many injuries can be prevented through an individual PT program. One in four ARNG Warriors have difficulty meeting the Physical Training (PT) Assessment Standards. Warriors may be recycled for not meeting PT assessment standards. Requirements are, males; 13 push-ups,17 sit-ups and 8:30 one mile. Females; 3 push-ups, 17 sit-ups and 10:30 one mile.

This week, two of the more decisive moments loom in front of the recruits—the Basic Rifle Marksmanship Qualification and the “Fit to Win” Obstacle Course. Their fortitude, both mental and physical, will be thoroughly tried and tested.

Weekly Schedule

	Drill Sergeant Sessions
	Basic Rifle Marksmanship (BRM) Pre-Qualification
	BRM Pre-Qualification
	BRM Qualification
	Phase Two Tests begin
	Phase Two Tests continue. Fit to Win Obstacle Course
	Personal Time, Foot March and Chapel Services.

Obstacle Course

The Fit to Win Obstacle Course is a valuable physical fitness-training tool. The 900-meter course presents the recruits with challenges to help them develop and test their basic skills. Recruits are required to negotiate and clear up to 20 obstacles while running, jumping, dodging, climbing, traversing, vaulting, balancing and crawling.

As the recruits master the various obstacles, they also embody several of the Army Core Values. By overcoming their own physical limitations and supporting other recruits, they develop a deeper sense of personal courage, respect and selfless service.

The course includes the following obstacles: