Physical Training

Physical training prepares recruits to meet the Marine Corps’ high standards of physical fitness. Throughout recruit training, a daily sequence of increasing challenges will help them develop 
the body of a Marine.  
 
Obstacle courses 
• Develop upper body strength  
• Create the ability to maneuver quickly around barriers 
 
Combat conditioning 
• Part of martial arts training  
• Builds core strength and technique 
 
Conditioning marches  
• Build endurance and strength 
• Increase in length from 3 to 9 miles 
• Require carrying full gear and supplies