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

  • 51st MSG shows warriorship through taekwondo

    The 51st Mission Support Group poses for a group photo during a physical training event at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 25, 2023. The 51st MSG practiced taekwondo with Master Mun in an effort to explore innovative methods of physical fitness to remain agile and resilient. (U.S. Air Force

  • 2023 Air Force Marathon weekend: What you need to know

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The 2023 Air Force Marathon weekend, which encompasses not only the titular 26.2-mile race but also a half marathon, 10K, 5K, 1K and various festivities open to the public, is set to take place at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and Wright State

  • Minot Airmen compete in Summer Games

    A Summer Games trophy is displayed inside the McAdoo Fitness and Sports Center at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, during the 2023 Summer Games Aug. 25, 2023. The 5th Force Support Squadron hosts the annual Summer Games to encourage physical fitness, camaraderie and competition. (U.S. Air Force

  • Fitness in the face of adversaries

    Serving in the U.S. Air Force requires commitment to a set of standards that support all aspects of an Airman’s life.These standards, recently referenced by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, JoAnne Bass, in her letter to the force addressing standards, are a key component in upholding the

  • Reducing your waist size, the healthy way

    The Air Force has Registered Dietitians and Diet Technicians who can provide guidance on healthy eating. Nutrition classes and appointments are open to active-duty members, retirees, and dependents.

  • AFRL leads USSF Continuous Fitness Assessment study

    The Air Force Research Laboratory, or AFRL, is conducting a two-year voluntary study with Guardians to assess the use of wearable fitness devices that measure physical activity. The study, which began enrollment in May 2023, is part of the U.S. Space Force’s Continuous Fitness Assessment, or CFA,

  • Arnold AFB Fitness Center access changed to improve base security

    In May, fencing was installed to prevent access to the Arnold Air Force Base Fitness Center from Wattendorf Memorial Highway.Prior to this change, patrons could park in a lot between the highway and the Fitness Center. They would then access the facility through a secured turnstile.Now, patrons must

  • Wright-Patt’s Gate 1B to reopen for Bike-to-Work Days

    WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is making Bike-to-Work Day a nearly weeklong affair, highlighted by the temporary, limited reopening of Gate 1B off Springfield Street.Bikes on Base, a first-year volunteer group promoting health and fitness through safe