Ranger School Prep

Ranger School prep programs are built specifically for IBOLC and MCCC programs of instruction and are provided for students at the beginning of each course. Soldiers outside of these courses can stop by the TAPC to get a program that fits their needs.

Ranger School Recovery

Following Ranger School it’s normal for Soldiers to feel sore, achy, tired, and uncomfortable. Recovery efforts should focus on sleeping and eating a well-rounded diet before jumping back into exercise. Remember, your body just went through a significant period of stress and it needs time to return to your previous level of activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Feeling sore and uncomfortable is normal after this course. If you had a specific fall or injury, come get seen by an Athletic Trainer during sick call hours. If you don’t remember having a specific injury, work on your mobility for 1-2 weeks first. If the symptoms persist, then come in to be evaluated by an AT.

Multiple studies have shown that changes in your hormonal profile occur after prolonged periods (weeks and months) of intense physical training but will typically return to a baseline level within 2-6 weeks. Drawing labs immediately after completing Ranger School is unlikely to be helpful. If you still have concerns after returning to your normal sleep and diet reach out to your primary care manager or a registered dietitian.

It depends! We usually recommend 1 complete week of low impact activity (walking, biking, swimming, rowing, etc). If you feel great, you can start running but keep your volume low and ramp up slowly over 4-6 weeks.

Go to bed as early as you can, eat a lot, and stay hydrated! Avoid alcohol on the weekends as this will further impair your sleep and hydration. If you have time throughout the day work on full body mobility. Don’t worry about adding any lifting back in or starting on a running program until after you’ve completed the course