Mar 31, 2026

U.S. Marines and poolees with Recruiting Sub-Station Elk Grove pose for a photograph at the conclusion of an initial strength test in Elk Grove, California, Dec. 23, 2025. The IST is a preliminary physical assessment for aspiring recruits to determine their fitness level before beginning official Marine Corps Recruit Training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Harvey)

CAMERA

Canon EOS 7D Mark II

LENS

EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM

APERTURE

4

SHUTTERSPEED

1/400

ISO

200

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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CAMERA

Canon EOS 7D Mark II

LENS

EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM

APERTURE

4

SHUTTERSPEED

1/400

ISO

200

12th Marine Corps District