Conquer RASP, Pre-Ranger, and Ranger School with the 18A Fitness 16-Week Ranger Training Plan

Kevin Edgerton
May 2
3 min read

If you’re preparing to take on the challenge of Pre-Ranger, RASP (Ranger Assessment and Selection Program), or Ranger School, you know you’re stepping into some of the most demanding courses in the U.S. military. The 18A Fitness 16-Week Ranger Training Plan is designed specifically to prepare aspiring Rangers to meet these challenges head-on — both physically and mentally.

Why Ranger School and RASP Are the Ultimate Test

RASP is an intense eight-week selection designed to test every ounce of your physical and mental strength. Those who succeed earn the right to wear the iconic tan beret as members of the elite 75th Ranger Regiment. But it doesn’t end there. Ranger School is the Army’s toughest course — a 61-day marathon of physically punishing, mentally exhausting leadership and small-unit tactics training. Graduates walk away with the coveted Black & Gold "RANGER" tab, proving they are among the best.

Build a Rock-Solid Foundation

The 18A Fitness 16-Week Program focuses on building a complete foundation:

Cardiovascular development
Muscular endurance
Strength
Mobility
Swimming proficiency

Each component is carefully structured to give you the best chance of success in these grueling courses. This program isn’t just about lifting weights or running miles — it’s about training your body and mind to perform under the harshest conditions.

A Proven Track Record

For over 20 years, 18A Fitness have been at the forefront of unconventional training methods that have helped thousands of Airmen, Green Berets, and Rangers earn their tabs and berets. This isn’t theory — it’s a tested system with 90% pass rates at some of the military’s toughest courses, including:

U.S. Air Force Special Warfare Pre-Dive Course
Air Force Special Operations Dive School (Panama City)
U.S. Army Special Forces Combat Diver Qualification Course (Key West)

Expertise You Can Trust

The program’s creator brings unparalleled experience:

7 years as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the U.S. Air Force Special Warfare Training Squadron
26+ years as a proven combat leader, Special Forces Communication Sergeant, Detachment Commander, and GORUCK Cadre with over 100 successful events led worldwide

This isn’t a cookie-cutter fitness plan. It’s a blueprint drawn from real-world special operations experience — both enlisted and officer — designed to help you survive, succeed, and thrive.

Know Your Operational Environment

At 18A Fitness, training goes beyond push-ups and pull-ups. You’ll gain critical insight into the environments you’re preparing to face, increasing your chances of mission success. Many programs on the market come from trainers with little or no military or special operations experience — 18A Fitness gives you the best of both worlds: special operations expertise combined with elite-level strength and conditioning knowledge.

What You Get with the 18A Fitness Ranger Training Plan

✅ Instant access through the 18A Fitness App✅ 200+ custom exercise, warm-up, breathing, and mobility videos✅ Access to the 18A Fitness private Facebook group✅ Daily fitness log to track progress✅ Nutrition guidelines to fuel performance✅ Recovery strategies for injury and illness (optional add-on, $25/month)

Mental Toughness: Find Your WHY

Perhaps the most important lesson this program teaches is mental toughness. Staying consistent, showing up every day, and focusing on your WHY are the keys to success. Quitting can’t be an option — you must dig deep, especially when the temptation to give up hits hard. The 18A Fitness approach will help you identify and anchor to your WHY, the internal driver that will push you forward when things get tough.

Are You Ready to Reshape Your Mind and Body?

Join 18A Fitness today and prepare to transform yourself. Stay consistent, stay disciplined, and you will stack the odds in your favor. Remember: do the hard right over the easy wrong — and always focus on your WHY.

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