Sam

I was discharged at the very end of training because I apparently had symptoms of PTSD (from a past event when I was younger). I was told and RE-3 or an RE-8 would allow you to go back; 6 months to a year. (I was never told which) I apparently did very well in my division and am wondering what I would have to do to re-enlist (I was told I could with my discharge code). I'm looking for answers and not people to be rude, since I have to wait until May to see a recruiter with intent to re-enlist. Thanks.

I started working out a few weeks ago; I drink 64-96 ounces of water a day and do a lot of weight lifting. I am an 18 year old female; 5' 7", 163 lbs. Why am I so hungry all the time? I eat a lot of protein. How many calories do I need a day? Thanks!

I leave for RTC in a week. If all goes as planned, I'll graduate either November 7th or 14th. I've heard you can come home for Christmas? How does this work? And if you're held at A School waiting to start, do you still get to go home? I know I'm asking early but it doesn't hurt to know. Also, how many tickets for GM A School graduation? Thanks!

I've been running and working out for 2 months. I've never been a good runner, but I'm definitely better than I used to be. I can do a 9 1/2 minutes mile apposed to 16 minutes when I started. Do I have to do the 1.5 mile in basic or can I do the elliptical test? Any advice on pushups would also be appreciated.

I leave for RTC two weeks from today. I've been working out almost daily for 2 months. I can endure running, but I'm not fast. My pushups aren't great either. (I'm a female, I know the physical requirements differ by gender). I've been studying and know almost everything in my START guide. I have a few questions.

-How bad are vaccinations?

-What is PT like?

-Do you like the Navy?

-What is GM school like?

-How many tickets do you get to A School graduation?

-What is PT like in A School?

Any advice at all is greatly appreciated, thank you!

I leave for RTC on September 9th. I'm an almost 18 year old female. I'm not a great runner but I starred and the routes I do range from 1 to 1 1/2 miles. How do I get faster? I'm not fast at all, I don't quit but I'm certainly no track star. Also, will running 5 days a week with a warm up of agility cones (that fast tip-toe thing over cones), stretching and 60 jumping jacks help me slim up? Anything else anyone would recommend for fitness? Thank you!

I've been having serious gender dysphoria lately; even my dad brought up the past 8 or 9 months I seem to show more signs of not comfortable being a female and have been conforming more and more to masculinity. Are there any transgendered support groups or places I could go in CT? I'll be 18 in about 2 weeks. I really want to know who I am buy I think I need help sorting it out.

I ordered a Medium size binder from Tranz* Forms and it seems extremely tight; I have a 37 inch chest. I'm considering buying one from Underworks and I'm wondering if a certain style is more comfortable than others while still being effectively concealing? Comfort and breathing is key here. I graduate high school next Saturday and I want to walk across that stage with confidence. Thank you!

What percentage go to trial and what percentage actually get sentenced? Is there actually a good source for these statistics because so far I've only found websites with very generalized information.

I thawed octopus yesterday; bodies that I will cut into chunks. I have to make it for noon today. Do I need to blanch it? I'm making octopus Veracruza with is octopus sautéed in clamp juice with raisins and peppers. Any advice?

It's for flan.

I'm doing Mexican cuisine for my Senior Culinary Arts project. Is there a certain method to making it right because last time I made it it came out funny.

I'm a 17 year old girl, I'm 5' 7" and 144lbs. I wasn't to lose at least 9 lbs. I'm planning to start running when all this snow melts because I want to grt in shape. I'm also a vegetarian. I eat a lot of fruits and kale and other vegetables. What should I do to lose weight?

I know my phonetic alphabet, 11 general orders, Sailors' Creed, RTC chain of command, and RTC maxim, what else should I study? I leave September 9th.

I'm a 17 year old girl, 5' 7", 140 lbs. I need to get in shape for the Navy (I leave in September). I'm considering joining the YMCA because my current gym sucks. How long does it take to get in shape? I'm always list on my workouts, but I enjoy working out.

Thank you!

I've been practicing for a while now and can barley push out 3 good pushups. I need to be able to do 24. I feel like my improvement has dead-ended and I have no idea what to do. Someone gave me the suggestion of doing 10 pushups every time I enter a designated room. Would 5 real and 5 girl pushups help me? I'm a woman so I don't build muscle quickly but I'm open to suggestions. Thanks!

Right now I am set to serve 4 years active duty in the Navy. Just out of curiosity, can someone with prior service in one branch enlist in the Marines? I'm excited about joining the Navy but I also want to know my options down the road, please don't give me that "you should have gone Marines to begin with" stuff because it was considered.

I live in the US and currently hold a Connecticut State Drivers' License. I'm thinking I may want to move to Canada someday; so my question is would I have to take a drivers test in canada or could I apply for one because their road laws are so close to those of the US?

Is there a nutritional benefit in drinking a smoothie from McDonald's over a frappe or shake? If so, what is it? I realize fast food is bad for you to begin with, but I'm curious.

Like the ones at Taco Bell, but just the shells.