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The Unyielding Trials of BUD/S Training

Joshua Skovlund's article delves into the essential details for succeeding in Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training.

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  • November 6, 2023
Basic Underwater Demolition/ SEAL (BUDS) students drag their boat back to shore during their first Surf Passage at the Naval Special Warfare Center at the Naval Amphibious Base Coronado. This is one of many evolutions during the first phase of BUDS training where students are tested both mentally and physically to prepare them for life as a special operator. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Blake R. Midnight (Released)
(Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Blake Midnight U.S. Navy)
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Joshua Skovlund’s article delves into the essential details for succeeding in Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, emphasizing the historical significance, rigorous nature, and comprehensive structure of the program that prepares candidates for the elite Navy SEAL teams. He outlines the extensive preparation required and the physical and mental characteristics essential for success.
  

Key Points: 

  1. BUD/S has a storied history dating back to World War II, with a consistent attrition rate of around 68%, reflecting the program’s enduring rigor.
  2. Navy SEAL candidates must undergo nearly two years of training, which includes a progression from basic orientation to specialized SEAL Qualification Training (SQT) after the BUD/S phases.
  3. The training is notoriously challenging, with ‘Hell Week’ being a pivotal moment where candidates are tested to their limits with minimal sleep and continuous physical demands.
  4. Candidates must meet strict physical and health requirements before training, with the Navy emphasizing traits like maturity, self-assurance, and self-confidence.
  5. Proper preparation to avoid overtraining and injury is crucial, as is a persistent mindset focused on the goal of becoming a SEAL rather than seeking fame or external validation.

 

Source: https://taskandpurpose.com/military-life/navy-seal-buds-training/ 

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