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Army Dive School Physicals
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3:57:09 - 4:00:57 (03:48)

A former U.S. Army Special Forces member describes the rigorous physical examination required to attend Dive School, which is part of the Special Warfare Center. The training is physically demanding and requires students to push past their body's limits.

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The SWIC is responsible for overseeing selection, the Q course and various other schoolhouse programs including die school which requires individuals to pass a rigorous physical examination in order to attend.
3:57:09 - 3:59:47 (02:38)
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Special Warfare, Physical Examination, Waiver
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The SWIC is responsible for overseeing selection, the Q course and various other schoolhouse programs including die school which requires individuals to pass a rigorous physical examination in order to attend. Individuals with permanent physical profiles may still be eligible to attend with the approval of a waiver.

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Army Dive School Physicals
Episode
#28 Nick "Machine" Lavery - Active Duty Army Special Forces Amputee
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
The host recounts a confusing call he received, only to realize that it was from a doctor who had saved his life in Afghanistan in 2013.
3:59:47 - 4:00:57 (01:10)
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Medical
Summary

The host recounts a confusing call he received, only to realize that it was from a doctor who had saved his life in Afghanistan in 2013. The doctor, now a SWIC surgeon, is remembered fondly by the host as a wild man and an awesome individual.

Chapter
Army Dive School Physicals
Episode
#28 Nick "Machine" Lavery - Active Duty Army Special Forces Amputee
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show