Air Force Academy Essay Question #2

2. Which aspect of the Air Force Academy experience (academic, military training, athletic, social/spiritual) do you anticipate will be most challenging for you? Discuss why and how you expect to succeed in that area. (250 to 300 words, 3000 characters max) You must answer either this question or question 1 (above).
The one aspect of the Air Force Academy experience that will be the most difficult for me is athletics. I have never been a natural athlete, nor will I ever be. It is something that everyone must work at but my challenge is greater still than others. My history of physical activities includes one year of soccer, three years of tennis, a year of golf, five years of softball, and five years of dance over the course of my life. Although I have stayed active in many organizations throughout my middle and high school careers, I have participated in very few sports during that period of time. All four years of high school, I have been on the JROTC Drill Team. The experience was vital for my personal growth because I learned several skills like teamwork, drill, and leadership which helped me excel in the JROTC program. Unfortunately, the practices were scheduled for the same time as sports teams and since the drill team competed during both the fall and spring semesters, it was not possible for me to participate in both. Also, physical fitness had not been an important part of my life until my freshman year when I was introduced to PT in ROTC. Just this year, I started a personal workout and joined the track team. This was possible because the drill team has been scheduled for only one competition during track season. I am seeking guidance from individuals in the military through my church, civil air patrol, and JROTC to gain a better understanding of how I can improve my physical fitness. By continuing my personal workout, track, and the help of others knowledge, I know that I will succeed in the athletic aspect at the United States Air Force Academy.