Should I quit my job to focus on training?
No. See this video for a detailed explanation. https://youtu.be/K7pVZLLyRjM
For the workouts, is it all supposed to be accomplished all at once in the same setting, or is it okay to break it up?
You can break it up if you need to. That's not a big deal, just make sure you get it all in. I have many clients who work full time or work 18 hours a day, or 24hr shifts and they break up their workouts too. You have to find a way to make it work with your schedule.
If I was to train twice a day here and there during the week, is there anything specific (land based) that you recommend I do?
I would recommend rotating through a ruck, cals, stretching, and grass and guerrillas with stretching and foam rolling being the most important. I don't want you to get injured so just make sure you are really listening to your body.
How should I start my training so it's not too hard on my body?
No matter what you do, it will be hard on your body, but there are things you can do to make yourself more resilient. First off, I would start a phased workout plan that involves different focuses over time. So I would start with running then go to swimming, then Cals, then rucking, and so on. Increase the weight you are able to carry and make your body used to it in order to reduce injury chances later on.
What's a good way to hold yourself accountable for not bitching out when shit gets tough?
Write it down on a calendar or planner or wherever you look at frequently. Also having a buddy to train with.
I'm a female trying to go PJ, what areas should I focus on training wise?
Start rucking a lot. Get very comfortable wit 60 lbs on your back. Also focus on load bearing activities (i.e Farmer carries, Buddy carries, Training aids)
What is your take on being in a relationship that involves kids, while trying to train and become a pj?
Everyone is busy, you are just going to have to prioritize your time well. It's definitely not the easiest thing to do, but it can be done. Remember that training to become a PJ is really the start of your future PJ career.
Advice on how to prepare for Selection? What should I do now to set myself up for success later?
In the business of saving lives no one in the world can compare to a PJ. A corpsman and a combat medic also save lives but aren’t involved in such a way as a PJ. In order to graduate you need to be 100% dedicated to it, there is no half assing. In order to prepare there are a couple things I would recommend. First, challenge yourself, find a group of people who are going to go hike up a mountain or swim in the ocean whatever it is to push yourself outside of your comfort zone. It is also important to train with like minded people who will push you to be better. Check out my Cone Connect page to see if there are any like minded people near you to train with. Next of course I have to recommend checking out my website/youtube channel and Workout programs, I am dedicated to ensuring people who have a true desire to be a PJ realize their goals and have put my knowledge as the lead instructor of Indoc into these workouts.
When it comes time for a PJ to rank up, do you guys have to attend Airman Leadership School or the NCO academy or any of those type of schools?
Yes, we still currently attend all Air Force PME courses.
I was wondering what would be the best way to practice ten ups?
The best way to practice is to do them. You can do some push-ups on the side of the pool till you get tired, then dive in, do your under water and do the same thing try to monitor you interval and see how you do. I wouldn't do anything less than a 1 min interval. DO NOT DO THIS ALONE. Only practice these types of events with a buddy/lifeguard who is actively watching you and prepared to get you out and perform CPR.
Do the PJs that get attached to an ODA or seal team through STS get extra training like weapons and tactics etc?
All PJ units have every type of gun, to include pistols , machine guns, sniper rifles, shotguns, and grenade launchers. You will be trained on all of them and also how to shoot a 50 cal machine gun out of a helicopter. STS units focus a little heavier on tactics.
What stroke technique can be used during underwaters?
You need to use the keyhole/frog kick stroke.
What would you say was more mentally challenging Indoc or SERE?
Indoc is the most difficult in all aspects. SERE Is not really difficult it just is cold and less sleep.