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Old 06-29-2009, 05:02 PM   #6 (permalink)
DevilEyes

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I wouldn't recommend cutting out the weight lifting, just modify your routine to focus primarily on things like OHP and deadlifts; there is a lot more heavy lifting in BUD/S than you think. Also, keep in mind that surf torture (cold water training) can last for long periods of time (think in terms of hours). All in all, while you do need to be very physically prepared, as others have said, it's mostly mental and the absolute toughest parts of it are not something that you can train or really even prepare for. Another thing to keep in mind is that the SEALs have around an 80% washout rate, so you may want to have a backup MOS in mind just in case (not saying you're going to fail, but it's always wise to be prepared for all conceivable scenarios). As long as you're mentally and physically tough enough and you are doing it for the right reasons, you stand a good chance. Good Luck.
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