Day in the Life of a D1 Athlete at the Air Force Academy ft. Sam Gilman

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Chris Floyd

Chris Floyd

Күн бұрын

Follow along as Sam Gilman shows a typical day at the Air Force Academy.
Sam is a Cadet, D1 Cross Country & Track athlete, team captain, senior, and 3 x All American.
Days are long and busy here at USAFA but its more than possible to sustain the military, academic, and athletic work load while still excelling in sports.
Sam's Instagram:
/ samgilman1
If you have any questions about life at the academy comment them below!
0:00 Morning Lift
1:26 Ready for Class
2:25 Class
5:00 Noon Meal Formation
5:16 Lunch
6:39 Balancing School and Running
7:44 PE Class
8:25 Practice
9:21 Dinner
10:48 Evening Routine
AFXC Video Playlist
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@garrettblenkush2530
@garrettblenkush2530 Жыл бұрын
Least realistic part was a management major doing homework
@willkitz6876
@willkitz6876 Жыл бұрын
Could also be wearing blues to class
@starguy2718
@starguy2718 Жыл бұрын
Biz majors usually spent lots of time playing golf. Engineering majors: golf, what's that?
@DariusJones
@DariusJones 10 ай бұрын
@garretblenkush2530 your comment made my day. I’m studying for my MBA, and apart from accounting 🧾, I cry on how easy management majors have it.
@ht1973
@ht1973 10 ай бұрын
Shut your mouth!
@calenmoerman
@calenmoerman Жыл бұрын
This video shows why it's a privilege to cheer for Air Force. Phenomenal work ethic and the smartest team on every field. Congrats on your success, Sam!
@DerrickWilburn
@DerrickWilburn Жыл бұрын
I'm dad of a 2018 grad who ran XC all four years at the AFA. Great video, Sam, & I'll tell you what you already know......WAY TO DO THE WORK!! Here's hoping & praying you have a season that fully lives up to the amazing potential we all know you have. 4x All American and _________ in 2022/23? Time will soon tell.
@donmob07
@donmob07 Жыл бұрын
Props to him for being such a hard worker
@bretstevens262
@bretstevens262 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video Chris! Thank you for giving us a day in the life for Sam and the USAFA!
@michaelkrentzin
@michaelkrentzin Жыл бұрын
I have always been a fan of you and the entire AFXC team. It was interesting seeing what a day looks like for you. I highly respect all of the work you guys do while serving our great country. I am excited to watch you guys at the NCAA Championship coming up soon.
@enriquebaez5570
@enriquebaez5570 Жыл бұрын
So proud of you sube sube Sam Gilman..Thank you for sharing with us.. keep kicking buttos...
@adenbaughman8098
@adenbaughman8098 Жыл бұрын
Miss you guys, good to see you all doing good!!! -Barf
@FFE-js2zp
@FFE-js2zp Жыл бұрын
Sam, good video. Brings back memories. It’s hilarious to see that cadets never change. The best food in CSprings is the biggest Burrito you can find -ha! My USAFA days were magical, looking back, but didn’t always seem like it. After flying the F-16 and retiring in 2008, I wouldn’t change a thing. Now I consult to the aircraft industry, a boring ass job like everyone else. Best of luck and enjoy the things most will never experience.
@oatmeal4life441
@oatmeal4life441 Жыл бұрын
Learned a lot! Seems like a more regimented day than the average d1 runner but looks like some great people to spend time with. Beautiful setting for a university
@frisk151
@frisk151 9 ай бұрын
What a stud! His upwards trajectory is as good as his attitude... Thanks for sharing!
@lensalvemini3175
@lensalvemini3175 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your video. Congratulations on your success and keep up the good work! Class of 75
@beckypadilla9490
@beckypadilla9490 Жыл бұрын
Great info I loved this! My daughter is there Shayla Padilla you’ll meet her, high jumper a freshman. And I like seeing what the day in the life looks like. Keep up the grind buddy!
@pacificrules
@pacificrules 9 ай бұрын
Great video of our future leaders (of course, you included🥰). Thank you so much for sharing.
@carolrockett390
@carolrockett390 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video, thank you!!
@jumpingjeffflash9946
@jumpingjeffflash9946 Жыл бұрын
I never thought of trying to do USAFA or college when I was in HS, no matter. I wasn't college material anyway and no way would I have gotten good SAT' scores so I served as enlisted in the USAF. It was a great time. The USAFA looks like an awesome school to attend, I know it's not easy and has a big course load but it looks like, after the "doolie" year it's a "normal" college w/higher course load w/mandatory academics to deal with.
@isaacfoster3201
@isaacfoster3201 Жыл бұрын
Just moved to the springs will definitely check out costa vida
@isaacfoster3201
@isaacfoster3201 Жыл бұрын
Amazing work ethic!
@cool_ben9270
@cool_ben9270 Жыл бұрын
Fire video! Keep it up!
@thelittlepineapple2782
@thelittlepineapple2782 Жыл бұрын
I ran against Bryce in high school. He won states running for Colgan when I was a sophomore.
@DariusJones
@DariusJones 10 ай бұрын
Costa Vida was founded in my home state of Utah, and I have never entered into that establishment. However, after watching your video, I will now.
@FrankMcClung
@FrankMcClung 5 ай бұрын
I remember my 4 degree year going for a 5 mile run on the roads at the Academy only to be smoked by the XC team on their run of 13 miles. I almost quit running that day. These cadet-athletes are amazing.
@Stargirlproductions
@Stargirlproductions Жыл бұрын
This was very helpful !
@sethr.4600
@sethr.4600 Жыл бұрын
Good video. Former Academy ALO here. I recall the standards for making the bed was tougher...😆
@bobbydouglass1813
@bobbydouglass1813 Ай бұрын
life as a senior, D1 athlete is quite different than freshman non athlete!! congrats on your accomplishments....AIM HIGH,.
@Iloveguillermo
@Iloveguillermo Жыл бұрын
I love Mr. Plop. I love Thurgood.
@ethanmarshall3373
@ethanmarshall3373 Жыл бұрын
Yo JOJO!
@aidendiedrich355
@aidendiedrich355 Жыл бұрын
I wanna be a D1 cross country runner at the Air Force academy like Sam Gilman one day!
@corydiedrich2890
@corydiedrich2890 Жыл бұрын
Maybe a D3 jogger
@samwalker5338
@samwalker5338 Жыл бұрын
You are almost 600 like Good luck Sam and all USAFA cadets, thanks for doing this video, I always wanted to see how my son's day looks like
@arickedge563
@arickedge563 Жыл бұрын
“Good runners floss”
@ajkedge8312
@ajkedge8312 Жыл бұрын
Who came up with that?
@edwhitt3727
@edwhitt3727 Жыл бұрын
My oh my, how things have changed!
@hurdlegod4933
@hurdlegod4933 Жыл бұрын
I MET SAM LAST WEEK SAM THIS IS BRYSON THE RECRUIT UR A BEAST BRO
@JakeHJumps
@JakeHJumps Жыл бұрын
Still waiting on that AFXC vs AFHJ basketball game
@colemiller7835
@colemiller7835 Жыл бұрын
Sam Gilman, it’s Joshua Williams here. I was your 100th like. I will get you to 500. Show us the Sam Gilman ab routine please :)
@joshuawilliams2501
@joshuawilliams2501 Жыл бұрын
while I agree with this statement this is identity theft
@dunesmom7990
@dunesmom7990 8 ай бұрын
Go Sam!!
@johnwachter6369
@johnwachter6369 11 ай бұрын
Fridge in the room ???? Luxury !!
@tornadochaser8328
@tornadochaser8328 Жыл бұрын
Holy shit must be nice waking up and smelling the coffee.... in Brazil
@telesniper2
@telesniper2 7 ай бұрын
Smooth character!
@killakev9589
@killakev9589 Жыл бұрын
waiting for the Q&A
@bretstevens262
@bretstevens262 Жыл бұрын
Question: Are there AFA XC specific shirts sold anywhere?
@bengilman6420
@bengilman6420 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Just like Top Gun with Tom Cruise. Wish you would have shown the fighter planes!
@tomcruise640
@tomcruise640 Жыл бұрын
Yes, thank you it was an honor to film the movie "Top Gun: Maverick" at the Naval Air Force Academy pilots elite Fighter Weapons School (known as TOPGUN) in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
@benjamindavenport9660
@benjamindavenport9660 Жыл бұрын
f105 thunderchief thumbnail
@berto4083
@berto4083 Жыл бұрын
Great job Sam! Wish you the best...go Army beat Navy...at least we can both agree on that! LOL!
@pj561
@pj561 10 ай бұрын
Great video. Can you explain why some cadets wear fatigues or the flight suit and blue cap during the day when most are wearing the usual blue slacks and short sleeve shirt?
@chris_floyd1
@chris_floyd1 10 ай бұрын
There will always be a standardized uniform for the day, however certain additional duties may warrant a different uniform wear. i.e. working in the lab wearing OCPs or glider instructors wearing flight suits.
@gradywilson183
@gradywilson183 8 ай бұрын
Hey so I’ve still got a few years till I go to college but for years now I’ve wanted to go there and it’s my dream. I’ve looked online but there’s not a ton of information on the golf team as that is my main sport do you know a bit about that?
@MrDmfan
@MrDmfan Жыл бұрын
The country is proud of you my man!
@heemjerry
@heemjerry Жыл бұрын
More videos like this please
@JP-cx6th
@JP-cx6th Жыл бұрын
::screams over the fan running in the background:: nice intro man
@samcruz2199
@samcruz2199 Жыл бұрын
Still lookin for that q&a vid👀👀
@chris_floyd1
@chris_floyd1 Жыл бұрын
It’s coming shortly. Already been filmed!
@user-yc3zz6wo6j
@user-yc3zz6wo6j 19 күн бұрын
About how many walk ons are on each team?
@timothywoods2484
@timothywoods2484 4 ай бұрын
Bald dude from Harry Potter 😂 the villain whatever you would call him
@brhimsa5416
@brhimsa5416 Жыл бұрын
Everyday I want watch like this,
@LukeMcCastlain
@LukeMcCastlain Жыл бұрын
I love the Air Force Academy. It's been my dream for years to go there. Do you happen to know anyone homeschooled who was accepted? Or someone who went through the Civil Air Patrol?
@stt577
@stt577 Жыл бұрын
Commenting because so I can see an answer
@FFE-js2zp
@FFE-js2zp Жыл бұрын
I’m an ‘88 grad. I was also in CAP in HS. I could see where home schooling could be more a challenge to get in front of an admissions liaison officer. Reach out to admissions and get the name of an LO in your area. Your biggest hurdle will probably be the Congressional nomination. No matter how old you are, reach out to your local congressman asap. Your senators also can nominate you, but realistically they will be a long shot.
@lukemccastlain843
@lukemccastlain843 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Can I find one on the USAFA web site?
@lukemccastlain843
@lukemccastlain843 Жыл бұрын
Maybe write a letter to my congressman?
@lukemccastlain843
@lukemccastlain843 Жыл бұрын
Maybe write a letter to my congressman? Would that be a good idea? Or like request to meet him?
@davidbessey4392
@davidbessey4392 Жыл бұрын
Retired Air Force here, Curious about other sports. My son is a basketball…do they have the same routine as you do as a runner?
@fuzzybutkus8970
@fuzzybutkus8970 10 ай бұрын
@@choasisgoatedwell done lol.
@seanbeasley27
@seanbeasley27 Жыл бұрын
A 9-10 mile run on an indoor track would make me want to die 😫
@pilotgeorge2000
@pilotgeorge2000 Жыл бұрын
Now do day in the life of a doolie
@q.cumber6950
@q.cumber6950 11 ай бұрын
Im planning on going to the USAFA, but I was wondering what it took you to join the Academy?
@chris_floyd1
@chris_floyd1 10 ай бұрын
High test scores and good grades but more importantly excellent extra-curricular resume with strong leadership experience and volunteering.
@brendenfletcher3761
@brendenfletcher3761 Жыл бұрын
Still waiting for that Q &A
@chris_floyd1
@chris_floyd1 Жыл бұрын
It’s coming eventually
@debbied9997
@debbied9997 Жыл бұрын
I thought AF Academy requires more military drilling and them yelling at you. Also, you seem to have your own car there and can drive off campus. Is that because you are a senior? I"m guessing you are a senior as you said, you are putting in 4 years. In any case, thanks for your service, and I wish you well with your running events.
@xEKOy
@xEKOy 9 ай бұрын
aerodynamic af !
@patboland1650
@patboland1650 7 ай бұрын
What do you hope to major in Sam
@andyschweitzer
@andyschweitzer Жыл бұрын
RTB
@connorlinehan92
@connorlinehan92 Жыл бұрын
What is the recruiting process like for an usafa athlete?
@jordyndevaughn144
@jordyndevaughn144 Жыл бұрын
Kind of the same as non military academies, but you still have to go through the application and try to get a nomination.
@TheCrewReviews
@TheCrewReviews Жыл бұрын
Same as any D1 with the exception that Admissions has final say rather than the coaches at the bigger institutions. Just because you're a great athlete doesn't mean you're gonna slide in like many other places.
@LukeMcCastlain
@LukeMcCastlain Жыл бұрын
any advice for a Academy Cadet wannabe??
@FFE-js2zp
@FFE-js2zp Жыл бұрын
Reach out to your congressman now. The younger you are, the better. Let them know your interested and build a chain of correspondence with them you can point to when the time for your nomination interview comes.
@LukeMcCastlain
@LukeMcCastlain 9 ай бұрын
You’ll be glad to know I took that advice but kind of on accident😂 I was volunteering at sun n fun (I was super fortunate, I got selected to be on blue angels support) but at the moment I had nothing to do. I was in a building, watching an f35 do it’s thing through the window, and all of a sudden this older gentleman walks up behind me and says “I heard you want to go to the academy” I had been telling everyone that was anyone that I wanted to attend a service academy, so it didn’t surprise me that he knew, so I replied yes. We talked for awhile and he told me he was an f14 pilot (I happened to have a top gun shirt on that day) and we joked around. Finally he asks “do you know who your congressman is? For your district?” And I said yes Scott Franklin. And then he goes “oh, we’ll I’m Scott Franklin!” One of the coolest moments of my life. After that we talked about me getting a nomination in the future and what he looks for in applicants.
@richardholder8439
@richardholder8439 Жыл бұрын
Did you get in through a scholarship? I’m asking cause I want to go to the Academy.
@wj3672
@wj3672 Жыл бұрын
Admission Is free, but it’s also very hard to get into
@jrgkls
@jrgkls Жыл бұрын
All cadets are on scholarship whether they are an athlete or not.
@richardholder8439
@richardholder8439 Жыл бұрын
@@wj3672 Thx for the info
@richardholder8439
@richardholder8439 Жыл бұрын
@@jrgkls Ok that makes sense, thanks
@ct8764
@ct8764 Жыл бұрын
It's not free, it just doesn't cost money.
@meekthemonk1186
@meekthemonk1186 Жыл бұрын
So busy buddy got two watches
@SplitDecision11
@SplitDecision11 Жыл бұрын
🤣
@SplitDecision11
@SplitDecision11 Жыл бұрын
USNA Chow > USAFA Chow
@bscu0493
@bscu0493 Жыл бұрын
What happened to that kid’s nose?
@DD-00-DD
@DD-00-DD 7 ай бұрын
Wow. Things have REALLY changed. Four Seasons compared to 20 years ago. Literally. I can't believe how much better the cadet's life is. Except Mitch's still looks like $hit. Freakin' prison food.
@chafouaube985
@chafouaube985 10 ай бұрын
Go Navy beat Air Force
@robertorodrigueziii7027
@robertorodrigueziii7027 Жыл бұрын
Academy ain’t real D1 😂. JK when I was at Texas Tech in 2018 we played you guys during the fall. Y’all had a solid squad. The real kicker is the fact my wife is now enlisted in the Air Force lol
@Andrew-DEF
@Andrew-DEF Жыл бұрын
Fast. Neat. Average
@chris_floyd1
@chris_floyd1 Жыл бұрын
Friendly good good
@kurtbjorn3841
@kurtbjorn3841 Жыл бұрын
@@chris_floyd1 - I still have a form 0-96 tucked into my 1984 contrails. It reads "... our plates were really dirty. Also, we would like cheese to go with our hamburgers." Along with the standard FNA, FGG. I am a bit baffled though over fridges in dink rooms. WTF.
@davidalejandro4808
@davidalejandro4808 9 ай бұрын
jjajaja que pedo con tu cara
@stevel8743
@stevel8743 Жыл бұрын
The zoo lol. Looks miserable
@ghostfacehd5333
@ghostfacehd5333 Жыл бұрын
D1 athlete? 2 time all American? Punter or chess?
@osamabagdadi5789
@osamabagdadi5789 Жыл бұрын
What’s wrong w your nose
@philibertorodrigo7118
@philibertorodrigo7118 Жыл бұрын
No one is going to mention the elephant in the room? What’s up with this dudes beak? Just good genetics or what?
@Idontlikeanyoneanywhere
@Idontlikeanyoneanywhere Жыл бұрын
What's wrong with his nose?
@presidentevil4zombie
@presidentevil4zombie Жыл бұрын
Increased airflow for extra endurance
@Idontlikeanyoneanywhere
@Idontlikeanyoneanywhere Жыл бұрын
@@presidentevil4zombie Looks cleft
@Talisman97
@Talisman97 Жыл бұрын
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