So, my career / job has been on a steady decline due to the recession and Its starting to look pretty bleak for winter time work. I already didn't work for 4 1/2 months last winter and I dont know if ill be able to do it again as it is a struggle to find work in the summer as it is now.
I have contemplated joing the Military because it has always intrigued me for some reason. I have thought it would be a great adventure and a chance to serve my country and hopefully learn new skills for another career. I have not thought about any specific branch as of yet but I the appeal is really growing on me. Im kinda thinking Marines, but not sure if I can cut it now (ill explain this below) or Army or Airforce, sorry the Navy does nothing for me.
Here is the real question (and dont laugh) - Am I too old? Too out of shape? I am currently 26 years old (27 in December). I know im overweight at 220+ Lbs. 5'10". I smoked cigarettes for 12 years however I have quit for about a year and half now. Could I or would I cut it?
I would like to hear the brutal truth for some service men and women. Are there people you know who are my age and have joined and sucessfully made it? Let me here some opinions please from active duty, reserves, and veterans.
I have contemplated joing the Military because it has always intrigued me for some reason. I have thought it would be a great adventure and a chance to serve my country and hopefully learn new skills for another career. I have not thought about any specific branch as of yet but I the appeal is really growing on me. Im kinda thinking Marines, but not sure if I can cut it now (ill explain this below) or Army or Airforce, sorry the Navy does nothing for me.
Here is the real question (and dont laugh) - Am I too old? Too out of shape? I am currently 26 years old (27 in December). I know im overweight at 220+ Lbs. 5'10". I smoked cigarettes for 12 years however I have quit for about a year and half now. Could I or would I cut it?
I would like to hear the brutal truth for some service men and women. Are there people you know who are my age and have joined and sucessfully made it? Let me here some opinions please from active duty, reserves, and veterans.