Introduction

Black Sadie · Post by **Black Sadie** » June 16th, 2007, 7:08 am

Hello Rangers,

My name is Andrew, I'm 30 years old and I live in Overland Park, Kansas. I enlisted in the Delayed Entry Program with an 11x, Airborne, Option 40 contract on May 14. My ship date is August 14, 2007. It is my goal to serve as an Army Ranger.

Thank you for your service to our country. It's an honor to speak with those who allow me to sleep safely every night.

Also, thank you for this website. It has been by far and away the best resource while going through recruiting. When the recruiter said that there were simply no Option 40s available - I was ready with a polite response. When the MEPS liason said that due to my having LASIK five years ago an Option 40 was out of the question, I knew exactly what to do. I knew that I was qualified for an Option 40 and with persistence, I received it.

My PT scores are as follows: PU - 52, SU - 35, Pull-ups - 9, 2 mile - 16:25. These scores leave much to be desired. I've got a lot of work to do.

I run six days a week, swim four, and do a routine that consistes of push-ups, pull-ups, sit-ups, planks, lunges, flutter kicks, back extensions, etc. four days a week. I picked up a yoga class once a week to help me with my strength and flexibility. I've lost 90 pounds since January 1st (285 to 195) and I want to lose another 20 before I ship.

Thank you again for this resource and your protecting of our freedom. I will now sit down and STFU until requested to do otherwise.

Andrew

Bravo57 · Post by **Bravo57** » June 16th, 2007, 7:28 am

Good luck on losing the wieght. Once the Military gets you in shape, don't resort back to your old habits.

Welcome to the site.

AbnRgr289 · Post by **AbnRgr289** » June 16th, 2007, 7:46 am

Welcome.

You need to get an avatar.

Rangerguru · Post by **Rangerguru** » June 16th, 2007, 8:33 am

Good intro, obviously you did some reading before posting it. You seem like you are very determined, Don't lose that and never quit!!! Welcome to the site, continue to read and use the search button as much as possible.

Jim · Post by **Jim** » June 16th, 2007, 8:51 am

Good introduction. Are you married? Children? Finished College? What skill sets are you bringing with you?

Charlie 51 · Post by **Charlie 51** » June 16th, 2007, 9:04 am

Good intro

I live in Shawnee

Looks like you need some help with PT. I may be able to help.

Good luck

42L5V · Post by **42L5V** » June 16th, 2007, 11:02 am

Welcome.

Oto-Man · Post by **Oto-Man** » June 16th, 2007, 2:12 pm

Welcome here...Good luck...and that was refreshing to read a quality intro for a change...

Really, welcome to ArmyRanger.com.....

Black Sadie · Post by **Black Sadie** » June 16th, 2007, 9:23 pm

Thank you for your responses, Rangers.

Ranger Jim, I graduated from the University of Kansas eight years ago with a B.S. in Journalism with an emphasis in Business Communications. I will enter the army as an E-4.

I am no longer married (annulment seven years ago) and have no children, so there is nothing holding me to Kansas except my family who support me 100%.

FIST TEAM LTR · Post by **FIST TEAM LTR** » June 18th, 2007, 4:57 am

Good Luck. Stay motivated.
Say Hi to fucking Toto.

Ranger Bill · Post by **Ranger Bill** » June 18th, 2007, 5:32 am

Welcome and congratulations for enlisting to serve as an Army Ranger.

Steadfast · Post by **Steadfast** » June 18th, 2007, 5:22 pm

Welcome

Introduction

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Good Luck

Black Sadie