Physical Readiness

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Fitness Culture I

Individual fitness rather than pass/fail mentality.

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Fitness Enhancement Program (FEP)

• All commands will establish an FEP program that will assist members to improve health and physical fitness using regular physical activities, healthy nutrition, and learning self help strategies.

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FEP will include:

• Activities tailored for body fat loss for members who exceed or are in danger of exceeding body composition standards.

• Activities to improve aerobic fitness, muscular strength and endurance, and flexibility.

• Methods of monitoring and directing members’ participation in improvement.

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• Drink plenty of water.

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Three Designs of the Running Shoe

• Motion control shoes help prevent pronation.

• Stability shoes allow pronation.

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• Cushioning shoes promote pronation.

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Common Injuries

• Shin Splints • Plantar Fasciitis

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Summary • Fitness is a life long commitment • You have to be fit to lead from the front • Drink water and eat right • Wear the proper shoes

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