FITNESS

The Air Force Fitness Program goal is to motivate Airmen to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that emphasizes total fitness, to include proper aerobic conditioning, strength and flexibility training, and healthy eating. Health benefits from an active lifestyle will increase productivity, optimize health, and decrease absenteeism while maintaining a higher level of readiness. 

FITNESS NEWS

  • Team 5-0 holds Warfit Run

    Airmen with the 50th Space Wing participate in the Warfit Run at Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado, Wednesday, April 13, 2016. Participants are given the opportunity to run either 2.5 or 3.5 miles. (U.S Air Force photo/Dennis Rogers)

  • Wingman Week looks to bring Airmen and families together

    The 81st Training Wing will host its annual Wingman Week April 25-29.The week-long event includes multiple 5k runs, a Story Tellers showcase covering hardships and resiliency, a heritage themed scavenger hunt, a live streaming event and much more.Wingman Week’s goal is to help strengthen fitness,

  • Warrior Games premiere at Laughlin

    Members of the 47th Student Squadron from Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, competed in the first ever Warrior Games, a competition organized by physical training leaders to change up fitness routines.

  • Passion vs. priorities

    Physical fitness doesn’t come easy for everyone -- sometimes the drive to finish one more repetition or set a new personal best just doesn’t cut it. For 1st Lt. Christian Torres, having the spirit to stay mentally and physically strong when going through adversity is not just found in the gym, it’s

  • How to prevent a push up fitness restriction

    Having a fitness restriction is seen as a Scarlet Letter in the military. One of the most common complaints physical therapists receive from patients requiring a fitness restriction is wrist pain or clicking with pushups and burpees. The standard push up form can lead to injuries as it combines

  • Loose Change 5k kicks off AFAF

    The 5k kicked of Andersen Air Force Base’s support of the Air Force Assistance Fund, which is powered by Airmen and aims to take care of Airmen in need.

  • One man’s power behind the iron

    The circumference of his arms test the strength of the fabric of the normally baggy sleeves of his Airman Battle Uniform, which stretches across his chest just far enough to look like a snug fit. It’s easy to see that he’s a large man, and though his uniform may attempt to hide it, it’s easy to see

  • New MDS Program helps Airmen get in shape

    Fitness and activity trackers, such as Fitbits and Garmin Connects, have been becoming very popular among those in the fitness industry, and have become a useful tool for individuals trying to lose weight.These trackers have capabilities which include tracking physical activity and steps, heart

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