Are You Ready? | Combat Standard Test
TLDRThe video introduces the Combat Standards Test, a workout designed to mimic a half-day of land warfare training in a SEAL platoon. The creator shares the significance of each exercise, including front squats, cardio through running or assault biking, and a combination of burpees and pull-ups to simulate firefights. The challenge is to complete the circuit with a 20 lb vest on, aiming to standardize the workout and honor the creator's mentor, Daniel Jake Hubman.
Takeaways
- 🥊 The Combat Standards Test is a workout designed to replicate a half day of training during a land Warfare Block in a SEAL platoon.
- 🏋️ The workout was created to standardize the movements and ensure everyone is holding themselves to the same standard.
- 🤼♂️ It reflects the physical fitness required to be part of a SEAL platoon, emphasizing the importance of strength and endurance.
- 🏃♂️ The test includes 25 front squats, 100 calories of salt bike or a mile and a half run, 100 burpees with pull-ups, and another 100 calories of salt bike or mile and a half run.
- 🏅 The front squats aim to mimic loading heavy gear into trucks, a common task in land warfare training.
- 🚴♂️ The cardio portion offers an option between running or using an assault bike, catering to different training preferences and accessibility.
- 🔥 The burpees with pull-ups simulate the intense physical demands of a firefight in a land warfare scenario.
- 🎯 The standard requires completing the workout with a 20 lb vest on; without it, the standard is not met.
- ⏱️ The time cap for the Combat Standards Test is 1 hour, encouraging participants to work efficiently and push their limits.
- 💪 The workout is dedicated to Daniel Jake Hubman, a mentor and SEAL operator, symbolizing respect and admiration for military personnel.
- 📣 The creator encourages sharing results online with the hashtag #combatstandardtest and tagging the 307 project for community support and tracking progress.
Q & A
What is the Combat Standards Test designed to replicate?
-The Combat Standards Test is designed to replicate a half day of training during a land Warfare Block in a SEAL platoon.
Why was the Combat Standards Test created?
-The Combat Standards Test was created to standardize the movements that make up the test and to reflect the fitness level required for SEAL platoon members, including those in their 50s who have been in service for over 20 years.
Who is the workout dedicated to?
-The workout is dedicated to Daniel Jake Hubman, also known as Bam Bam, who was a mentor to the creator during his time in the SEAL Teams.
What does the front squat movement in the test simulate?
-The front squat movement simulates the action of loading heavy gear and weapons into Humvees or trucks during land warfare training.
What is the standard weight for the front squats in the Combat Standards Test?
-The standard weight for the front squats is 135 lbs, which must be performed with the barbell starting from the ground.
What are the two options for the cardio portion of the Combat Standards Test?
-The two options for the cardio portion are either 100 calories on an assault bike or a mile and a half run.
How does the Burpee-pull-up sequence in the test simulate a firefight?
-The Burpee-pull-up sequence simulates the individual movement techniques used during a firefight in land warfare, including a series of ups, downs, and sprints.
What is the proper execution of the pull-up after the Burpee?
-After the Burpee, one should jump into a dead hang position and perform a pull-up with the chin going over the bar, avoiding any CrossFit-style butterfly pull-ups or jumping pull-ups.
What is the requirement for the Combat Standards Test to be considered as meeting the standard?
-To meet the standard, the test must be performed with a 20 lb vest on. If it cannot be completed with the vest, it indicates the need for the individual to get stronger.
What is the time cap for completing the Combat Standards Test?
-The time cap for completing the Combat Standards Test is 1 hour.
How can individuals share their results of the Combat Standards Test?
-Individuals can share their results by posting them online and using the hashtag 'combat standards test' while tagging '307 project' so the creator can follow their progress.
Outlines
🏋️♂️ Introduction to the Combat Standards Test
The speaker introduces the Combat Standards Test, a workout routine designed to mimic a half-day of training during a land Warfare Block in a SEAL platoon. The workout aims to standardize the movements and hold participants to the same standard. The inspiration behind the workout is the speaker's experience in the SEAL Teams, emphasizing the importance of land warfare training and the fitness level required. The speaker dedicates the workout to their SEAL dad, Daniel Jake 'Bam Bam' Hubbman, who mentored and developed them during their time in the SEAL Teams.
🏃♂️ The Patrol In and Cardio Portion
This section discusses the cardio portion of the workout, which simulates the patrol phase of land warfare training. Participants have the option to either complete 100 calories on an assault bike or go for a mile and a half run. The choice is provided to accommodate different circumstances, such as limited space or injuries. The speaker shares their personal preference for running but acknowledges that both options are equally challenging, albeit the run may take slightly longer to complete. The segment concludes with a brief mention of the next phase of the workout, which is to replicate a firefight scenario.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Combat Standards Test
💡SEAL Teams
💡Land Warfare
💡Front Squats
💡Patrol
💡Burpee Pull-ups
💡Firefight
💡Daniel Jake Hubman
💡20 lb vest
💡Hashtag
💡Time Cap
Highlights
The Combat Standards Test is a workout designed to replicate a half day of training during a land Warfare Block in a SEAL platoon.
The workout was created to standardize the movements and hold participants to the same standard.
The creator of the workout has a deep respect for those in the military, especially those active duty members training well into their 50s.
The Combat Standards Test is dedicated to the creator's SEAL dad, Daniel Jake Hubman, who mentored him in the SEAL Teams.
The front squats in the workout are meant to mimic loading heavy gear into trucks, a common task in land warfare training.
The workout includes a choice between 100 calories on a salt bike or a mile and a half run, offering flexibility for different training preferences and limitations.
The Burpee pull-ups section of the workout simulates the physical demands of a firefight in a land warfare scenario.
For the Burpee pull-ups, participants must jump into a dead hang from the Burpee, avoiding the common mistake of jumping into a jumping pull-up.
The Combat Standards Test is to be performed with a 20 lb vest to meet the standard, reflecting the physical demands of actual land warfare training.
Modifications to the workout are allowed, but they do not meet the standard; the goal is to eventually perform the workout without modifications.
The time cap for the Combat Standards Test is 1 hour, pushing participants to work hard and efficiently.
Participants are encouraged to share their results online with the hashtag #combatstandardstest and tag 307 Project.
The workout is not only a physical challenge but also a tribute to the creator's mentor and the broader military community.
The Combat Standards Test is meant to reflect the essence of a day's work in a land warfare training block, beyond just the physical exertion.
The creator's relationship with his mentor is explored in more depth in another video on the same YouTube channel.
The Combat Standards Test is a tool for both physical improvement and honoring the sacrifices and dedication of military personnel.