Katz (1994) describes the success via Nike's placement within the matrix of the fitness revolution: 'the idea of exercise and game-playing ceased to be something the average American did for fun,' instead Americans turned to working out as a cultural signifier of status.
Before you visit your local recruiter, be sure you meet the minimum qualifications for serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Some qualifications are required by all five services: 1  You must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien. 2  You must be at least 17 years old (17-year old applicants require parental consent). 3  You must (with very few exceptions) have a high school diploma. 4  You must pass a physical medical exam.
Age. The U.S. Army accepts recruits who are over 17 years of age but under 18, with the consent of their parents. The Army accepted recruits up to 42 years old until April 2011. Now, recruits must not have reached their 35th birthday before they report for basic military training.he U.S. Army accepts recruits who are over 17 years of age but under 18, with the consent of their parents. The Army accepted recruits up to 42 years old until April 2011.