U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brock Bergmann, a Unit Fitness Program Manager (UFPM), monitors the 20 meter High Aerobic Multi-Shuttle Run (HAMR) component during a Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) at the 148th Fighter Wing, Duluth, Minn., Sept. 14, 2024. (Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Megan Shaner) The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoW) visual information does not imply or constitute DoW endorsement.
By: FEDweek StaffThe Department of the Air Force is changing the way it ensures airmen and guardians are fit and ready for duty. The transformation, which the service is calling the Culture of Fitness initiative, entails four key elements:
- Mental and physical readiness, using a proactive health-management approach that would lead to minimal duty limitations and more deployable and employed-in-place personnel who would be capable of executing operations.
- Fostering the culture of fitness, through an emphasis on regular physical training in units and holding leadership accountable.
- Fueling the culture of fitness, by empowering a healthier and more fit force by offering nutritional resources and promoting holistic well-being.
- Measuring the culture of fitness more accurately, with the intent of having it “reflect operational demands and drive data-informed training,” according to an Air Force announcement.
“This initiative will ensure our Air Force and Space Force remain capable and lethal,” said Undersecretary of the Air Force Matthew Lohmeier, adding, “Its success depends upon the proper attention from our command teams across the department. You have my commitment that I will provide you with the resources and guidance necessary for you to succeed.”
Airmen and guardians can expect to see fitness centers on all installations open around the clock, and more healthy choices at dining facilities. More changes could emerge as the plan evolves.
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