Are there any armed forces that might consider recruiting someone with mild asthma?

Question

I had asthma at a younger age and was on medication, inhaler, etc. Now at 21 I havent used any of those in maybe 5+ years. However, I do still get shortness of breath after short runs. I'm guessing my chances are slim to none or I may not be able to make it through any basic training courses?

Answer 1

Symptomatic asthma with the use of medication to control it past age 13 is disqualifying for enlistment or appointment in the armed forces

Answer 2

You have pretty much answered your own question. Each branch has a running standard that has to be met. If you can meet it, then you're in. If you can't, you won't get in, or stay in very long. There's a slim possibility of a waiver, but VERY slim. I think the Air Force has the easiest walk, I mean "run", requirement; something like a mile and a half in 15 minutes for the youngest age group. You get more time the older you get. Well, except for Army Rangers/SF/Delta [and I would guess USAF SpecOps or USN SEALs and the like], no matter how old they get, they still have to meet the 18 year old PT requirements while in those units.

Answer 3

Asthma is pretty much a no go for active service, If you want to serve you might want to check with your State Militia, They serve Honorably and have helped alot since 91101 and they do not require prior military service.
Good Luck.

Answer 4

hey dude just dont tell them you had asthma, can you run 2 miles without shortness of breathe? if so then your golden! just join the army or talk to an army recruiter.