Jan. 27, 2012 AFMC to observe American Heart Month in February February is American Heart Month and a good time to educate ourselves on how to prevent heart disease. Cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke, is the number one cause of death for men and women in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, every 25 seconds an
Oct. 17, 2011 Freeze holiday weight gain with AFMC program Looking for a way to maintain your weight and heart health during the hustle and bustle of the upcoming holiday season? Then don't miss the opportunity to enroll in the Air Force Materiel Command Freeze the Gain Holiday Challenge. Online enrollment at www.afmcwellness.com is open from now through
Sept. 6, 2011 Flu shots to be available for civilians as well as military This year, flu vaccine will be made available to Air Force Materiel Command's civilian workforce in addition to active-duty personnel and their family members.Given the negative impact of the flu on workforce health and workplace productivity, AFMC Commander Gen. Donald Hoffman approved the purchase
Nov. 5, 2010 Tinker civilian credits fitness program for helping him become a 'big loser' Type 2 Diabetes can happen to anyone, just ask Gregory Hightower. In June 2009, the 290-pound Oklahoma City native began experiencing an unusual pain in his arms, noticed sudden weight loss and constantly had to urinate. Mr. Hightower went to the doctor, where he learned he had Type 2 Diabetes
Sept. 23, 2010 AFMC bases to offer Self-Care Basics program "Is there a doctor in the house?"Because most people do not have constant, immediate access to a medical professional, Civilian Health Promotion Services -- a partnership program between Air Force Materiel Command and Federal Occupational Health -- has developed the Self-Care Basics Program,
Sept. 16, 2010 Pentagon urges employees to 'leap' into fitness Uniformed and civilian Air Force members are encouraged to represent the Defense Department in the presidential fitness challenge this fall as our country continues to focus on health and wellness.The DOD's civilian personnel policy office is sponsoring 'Leap Into Fall,' a fitness challenge for all
Aug. 19, 2010 Air Force Marathon makes history, sells out full and half marathons For the first time in its 14-year history, the Air Force Marathon maxed out registration for its full and half marathons. The 5K and 10K still have slots remaining. Runners wishing to participate in these events are encouraged to register online at www.usafmarathon.com to secure a spot. This year's
Jan. 14, 2010 Air Force seeking athletes for warrior games The deadline for submitting applications to compete in the inaugural Warrior Games is Friday.Approximately 200 wounded active duty members and military veterans will compete in the Warrior Games May 10 to 14 in Colorado Springs, Colo., Defense Department officials announced Jan. 7. Air Force is
Jan. 7, 2010 Wright-Patterson opens CrossFit gym Wright-Patterson hosted a ribbon cutting for one of the first fitness centers in the Air Force specifically to support CrossFit training classes January 7.CrossFit is a strength and conditioning fitness methodology that capitalizes on the theory of muscle confusion, by performing constantly varied,
Jan. 4, 2010 USAF Marathon registration opens New Year in big way If opening day registration is any indicator, this year's U.S. Air Force Marathon is going to be the biggest by far in the event's 14-year history.Marathon officials said special New Year's Day pricing attracted more than 1,000 registered runners for affiliated events. The U.S. Air Force Marathon is