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Army to Introduce New Fitness Test in 2020 FeaturesLast week, the Army announced a replacement for the current three-event Army Physical Fitness Test, which has been around since 1980.
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Former astronaut Scott Kelly signs hundreds of books at NEX event Regional NewsThe line stretched from the entrance of the Naval Exchange (NEX) and snaked its way through the store all the way back to the electronics department. Men, women, children — some dressed in NASA shirts, astronaut tees, and even a spacesuit costume complete with helmet — waited patiently to meet former astronaut Scott Kelly and have him autograph the books they clutched.
By Donna Cipolloni NAS Patuxent River Public Affairs 2 Min Read -
Marathon LocalRunners compete in the 2013 Marine Corps Marathon Forward at Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, Oct. 27. More than 300 runners participated in this year’s marathon. This is the fifth year a satellite marathon has been held at Camp Leatherneck. - Credit: Photo by Sgt. Bobby J. Yarbrough
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Fitness tip You’re on the home stretch!NewsMost people exercise to increase strength and endurance. A lot of people (especially men, for some reason) don’t realize how important stretching and flexibility are – both in their own right and as part of any strength- or endurance-building routine. by Sabine Lopez
Fitness and Operations Specialist West Fitness Center
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Fire Scout breaks endurance records while deployed on USS Klakring Regional NewsT he Navy's fourth Fire Scout detachment returned to Mayport, Fla., on Dec. 1 after achieving several milestones during its five-month deployment aboard USS Klakring (FFG 42).
By Jamie Cosgrove and Emily Burdeshaw Program Executive Office Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons Public Affairs 1 Min Read -
Tactical Fitness gets Airmen ready for the mission NewsTactical Fitness works to improve fitness in the areas of cardio/respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, coordination, agility, accuracy and balance to help service members and their families be at their physical best. A recent Tactical Fitness class shows that old-school exercises, performed with excellent form, are the key to keeping bodies mission-ready.
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PAX People: Simon Richardson - a committed, competitive triathlete Regional NewsIt started back in 2003 with a neighbor's challenge to participate in the Pax River Triathlon and a used road bike purchased through the local classified ads.
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Basketball court down for renovationsNewsFitness enthusiasts realize that sometimes a break down comes before building up. The same can be said for the West Fitness Center, which began basketball court renovations Oct. 8, slated to last eight weeks or longer. by Senior Airman Amber Russell
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Majorly fast: Maj. George Onyenyeonwu runs with determination NewsGeorge Onyenyeonwu started running as a high school student in Nigeria. It was a natural fit for a young man whose brother and cousins ran competitively, including one cousin who competed in five Olympic Games and won a bronze medal in track and field events. Focusing on 100-meter and 200-meter sprint events, Onyenyeonwu was recruited to St. Andrews University in Laurinburg, N.C. on a track scholarship.
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Old Guard Soldier challenges self in extreme competition Local
By Jim Dresbach
Pentagram Staff Writer
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