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A U.S. Special Operations selection will challenge even the most prepared service-members. Due to the austerities ahead, it is vital that you prepare properly. With this selection prep program, the On The X team will ensure you are ready to Get Selected.

  • Currently, this program has been used by individuals to pass RASP, SFAS, SMU support, SFAB, and French SOC selections.
  • 16 - Week program designed to optimize your physical readiness for selection.
  • Programmed de-load weeks and pre-selection taper weeks.
  • Heart rate zone optimization information included.
  • Nutrition and recovery guidelines.

Program Details

Overall Duration: 16 Weeks

Weekly Workouts: 6

Average daily workout completion time: 1 1/2 - 2 hrs (sessions can be broken into two-a-days)

Must have access to: Ruck w/ weight, major gym with standard equipment. A gym with a functional training area, like major military installations’ gyms would be ideal. Certain movements can be substituted in the event you do not have access to a specific piece of equipment.

The program at a glance:

Block 1 - General preparedness, strength and power, anaerobic capacity, MSK durability.

Block 2 - Strength, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance.

Block 3 - Cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, increased rucking, transferability is maximal.

The program at a glance

  • Block 1

    • General preparedness
    • Strength and Power
    • Anaerobic Capacity
    • MSK durability

  • Block 2

    • Strength
    • Cardiovascular endurance
    • Muscular endurance

  • Block 3

    • Cardiovascular endurance
    • Muscular endurance
    • Increased rucking volume
    • Maximal transferability

OTX App Features

  • Gain complete access to all OTX Training programs. Start, pause, and switch between programs at your own discretion. Over 3 years worth of training is currently available!

  • Follow your program with an easy to follow and interactive interface. Enter and track exercise metrics such as weight, reps, times, etc.

  • Communicate with the OTX community and coaches via the community forum.

  • Track metrics such as bodyweight, steps, and macros & calories (by connecting MyFitnessPal).

  • View exercise tutorial videos.

  • Rearrange your workouts to fit your unique schedule.

What people are saying about Get Selected...

"My program is going great. I just ran my fastest 1-mile in a long time, 6:21 down from 8:15. The conditioning is working wonders, and my endurance is drastically improving."

- Connor (SMU Support)

"I feel more well rounded and prepared than when I was on *big competitor* programming. My conditioning has skyrocketed and my ruck times have gotten much faster."

- Tyler (SFAS)