How to Approach MCAT Physics When You Haven’t Seen It in Years
Let’s be honest for a second. When most students see “Physics” listed under MCAT content, there’s a very specific reaction that happens. It’s not loud panic, but it’s a tight feeling in the chest. A little voice saying, “I haven’t touched this stuff in forever.” I’ve heard that sentence more times than I can count. And it usually comes from smart, capable students who did fine in college but haven’t thought about forces, lenses, or circuits in years. That gap alone can make MCAT physics feel way scarier than it needs to be. What I’ve learned over time is that this fear isn’t really about physics. It’s about rust. When concepts feel unfamiliar, your brain jumps to worst-case scenarios. That’s where MCAT exam preparation classes quietly help more than people expect. They don’t just reteach content. They help you rebuild trust in your ability to reason things through again, which matters more than memorizing formulas ever will. Once students realize they’re not starting from zero,...