Company A recruits use all their upper body strength to get over the double bars aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego May 3. This was one of the many events recruits had to complete while taking on the Obstacle Course during week two. After the double bars recruits climb the rope, which can be extra challenging after completing the whole O-Course since it requires a lot of upper body strength. - Company A recruits use all their upper body strength to get over the double bars aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego May 3. This was one of the many events recruits had to complete while taking on the Obstacle Course during week two. After the double bars recruits climb the rope, which can be extra challenging after completing the whole O-Course since it requires a lot of upper body strength.
Staff Sgt. Brandon Jacobs, left, Platoon 3245, Co. L, asks Recruit Greg Person, Platoon 3246, about the proper techniques of climbing the 30-foot rope at the end of the course. Lance Cpl. Charlie Chavez/Chevron - Staff Sgt. Brandon Jacobs, left, Platoon 3245, Co. L, asks Recruit Greg Person, Platoon 3246, about the proper techniques of climbing the 30-foot rope at the end of the course. Lance Cpl. Charlie Chavez/Chevron