This weekend I was fortunate enough to be invited to “tryouts” for a team not most would really ever consider, being a Sheriff Deputy.  Like any job, there is a hiring process you have to go through and hurdles you have to jump to be considered as a Sheriff Deputy Candidate.  About six months ago, I had submitted my application for the Reserve Deputy Sheriff.  It wasn’t until last week, when I received a letter in the mail inviting me to the physical abilities test and exam.

Excited about the opportunity and nervous at the same time.  It has been awhile since I have done any sort of structured workouts and wasn’t sure that I was ready enough to attend. As time approached I ended up pushing myself to testing site.  Upon arrival, I noticed the massive amounts of people who wanted to tryout for this once in a lifetime opportunity.  After orientation I found out the details of what was expected of me to pass and move onto the next step, which is the exam. I knew if I didn’t pass this, I would not be going on the the exam session. In the next hour I needed to show that I can do:

A) 1 1/2 mile run (16:32 or less)

B) 29 Sit ups (60 Seconds)

C) 25 Push ups (No Time Limit)

D) Vertical Jump (14inches)

C) 300m sprint (60 seconds)

In theory, it looks and usually is pretty simple especially for those who workout on a daily basis.  I ended passing all of the different components to this test.  One thing I can say, I will start working out on a daily basis.  I can definitely feel the affects this week and boy I’m sore. Overall I’m glad I had the opportunity to pass this first of many hurdles.

It is important to keep to have a structured workout to keep your body at its best. Your muscles are like rubber bands and if you don’t involve yourself in physical activity, your muscles will become tight. So the next time you use them, it will feel sore like mine did at the test.  It is important to perform at least 20mins of physical activity a day, weather is would be a light walk or a vigorous run. Check out Men’s Health Online, they have many different workout routines and information catered to you.