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How a Marine lost over 100 pounds ahead of basic training enrollment

A recent Marine Corps basic training graduate who once weighed 290 pounds lost more than 100 pounds over two years to meet Marine enlistment standards.

By Cristina Stassis

4 days ago

Recruit at Naval Station Great Lakes dies

Amid reports of a gunfire incident on base, an investigation is underway into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

5 months ago

Newly graduated sailors eligible for overnight liberty

Sailors who complete boot camp and are heading to advanced training school are now eligible for overnight liberty, a privilege not previously available.

6 months ago

Army prep course jeopardized health of recruits, IG says

Trainees with body fat compositions that exceeded the allowed amount were admitted to the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.

11 months ago

Sailor who once ‘came up short’ on ASVAB graduates as top recruit

Seaman Apprentice Jason Lorentz received the Military Excellence Award after completing the Future Sailor Prep Course and basic training.

12 months ago

Marine recruit says nah to ‘rah,’ flees boot camp, gets captured

The recruit was returned to Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego after being captured by authorities.

14 months ago