The sergeant major and others see physical training as critical for leadership development. The program also shows improved metrics on other negative behaviors such as substance abuse. The program ends in July, but officials have requested more time. When CVS banned tobacco products from stores in 2014, nearly two out of five smokers who bought cigarettes at CVS quit rather than travel to another store. By Maj. Nolan Johnson
19 months ago The AUSA pavilion will feature morning workouts and senior Army leader panels on the Holistic Health and Fitness program. Graduates are trained to use new Army standards to build exercise programs and grow mental resiliency. The Army Guard and reserve have unique issues: troops are geographically dispersed and they have fewer days each year to train to meet fitness goals. Soldiers need to take "tactical naps." “Poor training management means, ‘I have to stick to a 0630 training schedule because I can’t think past tomorrow.’” From pushups to greens to better sleep, the program aims to help make soldiers healthier. Load More