Wondering if it would be possible to restart the program?
You can definitely restart as many times as you would like up to a year from your purchase date.
I was wondering what physical benchmarks I should be at before starting training, as well as what gear I should be buying?
In order to start the past program there are not specific benchmarks but I usually tell people as long as they can pass the AF PT test then they will be just fine. Also, you can repeat the workout as many times as you want for up to a year from your purchase date. Equipment recommendations can be found on my website here or on my amazon page here.
Is it better to have a little fat or be as lean as possible going into selection?
A little fat is totally fine, all anyone really cares about is whether or not you can perform. From what I have seen people with no fat have more trouble than those with a little fat.
Can you explain the process for PS from shipping out to arriving at A&S?
You will go to phase 2 from your current duty unit and if you are selected you will be given a date to come back to Lackland to attend SW prep (shortened version).
Will we be allowed to bring our own boots to A&S?
Yes as long as they fall within AFI 36-2903.
How do you like the LALO boots? What are your tips 3 ruck boot recommendations?
The ones I use are keens (super comfortable but not as durable as some) and Lowas which are more durable but more expensive. Another recommendations, Salomon’s they makes several boots that work well.
Will there be the same amount of water con during A&S as Indoc since TACP and SR are going through it as well?
There will not be as much watercon, but there will be events that don't require skill in order to test fortitude. The more technical events will be saved for predive which will immediately follow selection.
Do you have to renew your flight physical? I got one while being in BA prep and now I'm getting ready to do the retrain process and I'm wondering if I have to get it again?
Yes, for some reason that one doesn’t last a year like a normal one does.
Are you allowing guys to rest during push ups with their butt up in the air or is it starting position only?
Practice without resting with your butt in the air. Know that the rules can change at any time, so be prepared.
How do you get assigned to a unit once you graduated from the pipeline? Is it based on where you live in the states or is it random?
Usually, when you are about to graduate the have a list of available bases on the board and they rank your performance throughout the pipeline, the top guy picks first and so on.
For the 500m PAST swim are we allowed to do a combat side stroke or only freestyle?
You are allowed to do any stroke you want. But it is highly recommended you use free style.
Can active duty CROs be assigned to National Guard Rescue Squadrons in active duty billets?
No, you will have to get an active guard slot.
What made you leave Pararescue?
I needed to get a job that I could do as a civilian and that I could do in case I became broken. Also I felt as though I had done everything I set out to do as a PJ and if I stayed one longer I would be confined to a desk.