How should I prepare for the police academy and what should I do to prepare mentally and physically?
Q. I just quit my security job and am planning on going through the police academy. Any experiences you would like to share?
Asked by its just me. relax. - Thu Apr 30 18:47:04 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You should do push ups, sit ups and some running. In general you need to be in good shape physically. Mentally they give you a hard time but not as bad as basic training in military. Be prepared for a lot of late nights studying. If it is something you want you can do it.
Answered by unknown - Thu Apr 30 19:41:46 2009

What can I expect at the Police Academy?
Q. I will be going to the police academy for training as a local county police officer. I was wondering what I should expect, what kind of training, and how intense. I know that I will be doing my weapons qualifications, etc, but I was wondering if someone could give me a good description of the whole training process. I am sure academies are different throughout the country, but the one I will be attending will be here in Tennessee. So any advice to help me along the way would be greatly helpful, maybe some tips as well. Thanks to everyone in advance.
Asked by DewDad - Wed Apr 8 20:47:39 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Be in tip top physical shape. You will be doing a lot of physical training through the academy. This can include push ups, sits ups, running...etc. That is probably if not the biggest thing they look at. A big suggestion and or tip, if you didn't start already, begin to run a lot. You can also look for like you said weapons training, self defense, Emergency Vehicles Operations Course if they patrol, local, state, and federal laws, interviewing people, how to arrest people, the list goes on...here is a list of basic things you will be learning, its not from your state but every agency follows the same guidelines for the most part.
Answered by rangers_86 - Wed Apr 8 21:10:06 2009

What is the best workout to get ready for a law enforcement academy?
Q. I was just accept to a police academy and have a lil over a month to get ready physically that being running, sit ups, and pushups. I need a weekly workout to get myself in shape. I dont want to over do it either. Does anyone know a certain workout that I can follow to get myself in shape slowly?
Asked by Dr. Los - Sat Aug 16 12:50:24 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Slowly??? you have "a lil over a month" I would suggest the Tony Horton's P90X This program is awesome!!! Although it is 90 days it will do you well in 30 if you follow all what is said and you are REALLY interested in getting fit. You can purchase on ebay for a good price and the website may have a great discount. The nice thing about the program is that it doesn't require that you purchase costly equipment. Good luck and send pics if you try this program...you will be a stand out in your course...and I am not connected nor affiliated with Tony Horton in any way.
Answered by Black Eye Suze - Sat Aug 16 13:03:47 2008