Basic training is the same for Air Force and Air National Guard recruits. One of the differences, however, is that when you join an Air National Guard unit youu2019ll likely be assigned to something called Student Flight. This will expose you to what itu2019s like to be in the military, and will help prepare you while you wait to attend Basic Military Training (BMT) at Lackland AFB, TX.Fitness is a big deal, of course, so youu2019ll want to start working on yourself now. The fitness assessment consists of push-ups, crunches (although the range of motion is nearly the same as a sit-up), and 1.5 mile run. If youu2019re in good physical condition it will make your transition to military life just a tiny bit easier. Here are a couple resources that may help you:Air Force: Get Ready.Air Force Pre-Boot Camp Workout.Although your experience in Student Flight will help acquaint you with this world youu2019re entering, it canu2019t hurt to learn all you can. To know the organization youu2019re about to join, you might want to read about the history of the Air Force and Air National Guard, the U.S. military in general, and the Profession of Arms. Here are a few resources to get you started (the web is full of others):Discover ANG History.Also: ANG History Office.Americau2019s Air Force: A Profession of Arms.Also: The Profession of Arms: An Ancient and Honorable Tradition.AFI 1u20131, Air Force Standards.Understand that, although the Air National Guard is essentially the air arm of the traditional state militia, it is also whatu2019s called an Operational Reserve. This means that you can be ordered to serve overseas on active duty for a limited term in support of active component missions in addition to being called up by your state Governor for emergencies and the like.Finally, although soldiers & Marines like to make fun of the Air Force (I certainly did in my previous life as a soldier, before going blue myself), bear in mind itu2019s just different. Hereu2019s a decent video giving an overview of what BMT might be like for you:U.S. Air Force Basic Training Camp(full documentary)HD.Enjoy, and good luck.