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I’m considering joining the service, but I’m stuck between choosing the Corps or the Army. The Corps seems to offer much more pride and discipline (seems like the kind of people I’d like to be around), but it also seems like an incredibly tough boot camp (physically and mentally), especially considering that I’m 28 years old and only in average shape. I’ve seen some USMC boot camp videos and those DIs REALLY tear the recruits a new one. Is it like that 24×7? I’m of average toughness mentally, but I’m not sure I could take that kinda training 24×7 for 13 weeks straight. Is the Army boot camp comparable to USMC, apart from it being 4 weeks shorter?

I’ve also heard the Corps doesn’t like older guys like me because we’re not as easy to "brain wash" as the 18 year olds. Any truth to that statement?

Please, only people with personal experience reply. Thanks!

Truthfully, how hard is it compared to "hearsay" and what you see in the movies? Please, only those who have actually been to Parris Island within the last 10 years respond.

I’m considering joining while I still can. I’m 28, in average shape but working out and running daily (1 mile run). I’ve been told I need to be able to run 3 miles non-stop before shipping off. Any truth to this? Also, how much harder would it be for an older guy like me compared to the 18-19 year olds? Any advice, stories, or motivational tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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