Optamix Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Im sure the tabata sit ups didn't help. I've found that between heavy squats and deadlifts I don't have to do any ab specific workouts to max the PT test. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.am.Specialized Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 May will be a tough board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I3uller Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I'm really interested to know if the slots from the cancelled March board will carry over to the May board or if all the slots for March have been cut. It could have no effect at all or be doubly hard to be selected in May. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWeStand111 Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I heard March board is cancelled due to sequestration, and all board ready packets will be moved to the May board. I could be wrong though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I heard March board is cancelled due to sequestration, and all board ready packets will be moved to the May board. I could be wrong though. .... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfire Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Oh crap! Im really sorry to hear the board has been cancelled.. On the bright side, i think you can submit a newer APFT to make your packet more competent.. That of course, if you are still working out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWeStand111 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Man, you guys get news fast here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Man, you guys get news fast here! Nah, we just read before we post. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnitedWeStand111 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Ohhh zing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01CelicaGTS Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I'm really interested to know if the slots from the cancelled March board will carry over to the May board or if all the slots for March have been cut. It could have no effect at all or be doubly hard to be selected in May. I would imagine that the March board slots are now gone. The slots that were allocated for the May board will now have twice as many applicants. Otherwise, what would be the point of canceling it? Just to move the slots out two months? I don't think so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I would imagine that the March board slots are now gone. The slots that were allocated for the May board will now have twice as many applicants. Otherwise, what would be the point of canceling it? Just to move the slots out two months? I don't think so. Unless they are hoping Congress will get their act together by then? It could just be a way of them putting it off until everyone knows more. Although that's most likely just wishful thinking on my part. The rational side of me says that you're probably right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jag32 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I would imagine that the March board slots are now gone. The slots that were allocated for the May board will now have twice as many applicants. Otherwise, what would be the point of canceling it? Just to move the slots out two months? I don't think so.This is exactly what I imagine is going on. It doesn't cost the Army any money to put on a board. What costs the Army money are the numbers of slots they grant during the boards. Therefore, all slots allocated for the March board are simple gone and the number of slots for the May board will likely remain the same, only with more applicants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jag32 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Does anyone have an approximate idea of how many active duty applicants applied to the March board and will now be automatically placed on the May board? Edit: I'll repost this in the May 2013 Active Duty Board thread on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndGen Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Anybody know what the cut-off for submitting updates for the May board. PT is probably the only thing I can improve on between then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndGen Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Does anyone have an approximate idea of how many active duty applicants applied to the March board and will now be automatically placed on the May board? Edit: I'll repost this in the May 2013 Active Duty Board thread on here. I bet it a couple hundred, considering that you have all new applicants, AND all the FQ-NS's from the January board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndGen Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 May might be the most competitive board in years... Might be the biggest understatement in years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optamix Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I don't think the slots will roll over, if so, why Vance the board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optamix Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Cancel* Can't edit from my phone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.am.Specialized Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 This is exactly what I imagine is going on. It doesn't cost the Army any money to put on a board. What costs the Army money are the numbers of slots they grant during the boards. Therefore, all slots allocated for the March board are simple gone and the number of slots for the May board will likely remain the same, only with more applicants. This is actually false. It does cost the army money to put on the board. They pay for all expenses of board members attending as well as extra pay while they are there. Furthermore, the board was cancelled due to TDY pay being cut, which is temp duty pay...which is paid to board members while on the board. I spoke just this morning with a CW5 who was scheduled to be on the board. Due to TDY pay being suspended and the lack of applicants on this board they saw it unfit to convene when they could roll slots over. The budget is there. The slots are there. I think May will be fine. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndGen Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 ^^^^I hope you're right. 'Not enough applicants,' Damn sounds like the perfect board to get picked up at..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jag32 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Iamspecialized, I sincerely hope that you are right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob1237051 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 The march warrant board was not cancelled. All other warrant MOS are being boarded. 153A, specifically, was cancelled due to the very publically realeased information in regards to flight slots. However, we are both simply posting what we have heard. If there is a 70% selection rate in May I will buy you a coke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.am.Specialized Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 The march warrant board was not cancelled. All other warrant MOS are being boarded. 153A, specifically, was cancelled due to the very publically realeased information in regards to flight slots. However, we are both simply posting what we have heard. If there is a 70% selection rate in May I will buy you a coke. I am simply relaying information from a CW5 who is actively a part of WOFT boards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob1237051 Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Well, we have conflicting information. Best of luck with your packet. I hope you have the good information. Edit: Removed specifics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsey Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Trust me when I say that Specialized is "in the know." He's relating much more than hearsay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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