PARE physical fitness course

[AndyL]

So, before I throw this application in...

I don't know why but there's the requirement to pass the PARE course in under 3:45 (4 laps).

Not exactly a law enforcement position so, not sure why the RCMP physical test requirement but... Government standards?

Is this course setup somewhere public one could run it to see how out of shape one is?

Thanks in advance

[phil98z24]

UofC does training courses and practice setup so you can run it.

[AndyL]

2/3rds the laps but same time... I can't decide if I should not worry or be affraid. The weights aren't an issue, but it's been a long time since Ive actually had to try to run for speed.

No don't have months to prep.

[revelations]

Go to a field and just run lap intervals (eg. goal post to goal post) as fast as you can, or as long as you can for as fast as you can.

[Shlade]

PACE YOURSELF

don't kill yourself first go round. A lot of people make that mistake. Keep it under 30 seconds a lap and you're good.

The push + pull sounds easy but its not when you're fully exerted. There's a good video on youtube showing how its done. As far as one being set up I'm not sure who does it.

[swak]

I'm not a huge guy, but run it in 3:20 or so.
4:45 is a light jog. Don't stress over it too much... You'll do fine!

[FraserB]

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UofC does training courses and practice setup so you can run it.

Does the U of C also offer the fire department physical exam?

[jaylo]

It shouldn't be too hard to condition in a week or two.

The Calgary Curling Club Stairs intervals is a pretty good routine and a push up pull up set.

[klumsy_tumbler]

So I had never heard of this before and watched the overview video on the RCMP site. What counts as a lap? I rep of each stage, or each stage itself? (just out of curiosity)

[AndyL]

My understanding is you run your laps of the course.

Then the push pull immediately after.

Then the carry immediately after that. Not fully understanding how it's timed, guessing it's just the run part?

Kinda surprised with all the outdoor excercise facilities around - there's not a permanent one for training. Maybe this can be our next public art project lol.

[Shlade]

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My understanding is you run your laps of the course.

Then the push pull immediately after.

Then the carry immediately after that. Not fully understanding how it's timed, guessing it's just the run part?

Kinda surprised with all the outdoor excercise facilities around - there's not a permanent one for training. Maybe this can be our next public art project lol.

It's all timed except for the bag carry. My recommendation is do the bag right away. You'll be exhausted but get it done and don't take any breaks otherwise you'll get a major adrenaline dump.

Are you sure its only 4 laps? Standard PARE is 6 laps, push pull, and then carry (4:45 or under)

[AndyL]

Only 4 laps - I don't quite understand the reasoning, this is a government job, but not law enforcement... But yes they're using the PARE as their fitness test.

[Swank]

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Maybe this can be our next public art project lol.

Sorry, that won't cost over $1M so - rejected!

[AndyL]

Add some pre-installed graffiti and you can run it up easy peasy

[Shlade]

Weird. I dunno maybe they don't want fat out of shape possible WCB cases before they hire haha

[phil98z24]

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Does the U of C also offer the fire department physical exam?

I imagine they still do. I saw a few prospective mattress backs running it when I did my practice laps there waaaaaaay back in the day, haha.

[Hallowed_point]

Update: no PARE test at the RCMP Duncan building due to changes in the building's security access.

[Hallowed_point]

Did the practice run @ MRU with a trainer yesterday, a tad hung over and didn't sleep well. Passed it. It's pretty tough even if you're in ok shape. Really tests your cardio and fitness as a whole. I took it easy the first 2-3 laps and saved my energy for the last couple. I got 4:45 on the button but had no idea what I was doing. Now that I have a clue, I can train for it for the real application.

I was told by my trainer that the RCMP PARE does NOT allow you to do the bag carry first. You have to do it at the end.

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[Shlade]

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Did the practice run @ MRU with a trainer yesterday, a tad hung over and didn't sleep well. Passed it. It's pretty tough even if you're in ok shape. Really tests your cardio and fitness as a whole. I took it easy the first 2-3 laps and saved my energy for the last couple. I got 4:45 on the button but had no idea what I was doing. Now that I have a clue, I can train for it for the real application.

I was told by my trainer that the RCMP PARE does NOT allow you to do the bag carry first. You have to do it at the end.

Word of advice, don't take a break when finished the push and pull. Go grab the bag right away before your adrenaline dumps too much and get it done and over with. It's NOT times for that portion.

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Hallowed_point, you applying to the RCMP?

Now would be the time.... they're pushing lots of people through. Better get in shape mentally and physically though. Got a couple buddies in Depot right now and they say it's hard as hell. Both smart and fit dudes. They're letting people stay in their home province now though which is nice. And if you want lower mainland BC you'll get it. Just the whole you know, money situation that's the issue