air force fitness program afi 36-2905

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IntentUnit ResponsibilitiesAir Force InstructionBuilding a Squadron Fitness ProgramNutritional Education and ResourcesVarious Exercise Programs

OVERVIEW

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MP1. INTENT AFI 36-2905“It is every Airman’s responsibility to maintain the

standards set forth in this AFI 365 days a year.”

“The Goal of the fitness program is to motivate all members to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that emphasizes total fitness, to include proper aerobic conditioning, strength/flexibility training and healthy eating.”

“Health benefits from an active lifestyle will increase productivity, optimize health, and decrease absenteeism while maintaining a higher level of READINESS.”

“The idea is to maintain a constant state of readiness and fitness..”Ellsworth AFB 2009

“The new PT test is about developing a fitness lifestyle.”  Ellsworth AFB 2009

“A higher operations tempo requires Airmen to be physically fit. The chief said the new physical fitness test will keep everyone fit to fight.” Military.com 2009

CMSAF JAMES A. ROY

MP 1: INTENT

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MP2: Responsibilities Unit Commander

Execute and enforce the unit fitness program and ensure appropriate action is taken of non-compliance.

Provide a work environment that supports healthy lifestyle choices.

Implement and maintain a unit/squadron PT program

Have a written policy that describes their Unit Fitness Program

Appoint Physical Training Leaders (PTL) and Unit Fitness Program Managers (UFPM) in writing

Will encourage members to participate in physical fitness training up to 90 minutes, 3 to 5 times per week and are encouraged to schedule or authorize training during duty hours.

“CMSAF Roy encouraged commanders, first sergeants and chief master sergeants to lead their Airmen in fitness programs.”

Joint Base Andrews 2009

MP2: Responsibilities First Sergeant

Be familiar with and ensure all Airmen are aware of the Commander’s Fitness Program

Work with PTLs and UFPMs to be aware of all member’s fitness levels, and advise Commander of negative quality force indicators

Be familiar with support agencies and resources that can assist Airmen on meeting the USAF fitness standards

Lead by example by participating in squadron PT functions, as well as some sort of self-directed fitness program

Brief unit leadership on possible trends affecting the mission

Know the AFI and advise leadership of the proper administrative actions

MP2: Responsibilities Airmen

Know AFI 36-2905Know the Commander’s policiesKnow their PTLs and UFPMLead a Healthy Life StyleHelp/Education those not in compliance Be physically ready to accomplish the mission.Attain and maintain excellent physicalconditioning and always meet Air Force fitness standards. Actively participate in the Air Force Fitness Program

Each component has a minimum component score. These scores do not earn a composite passing score. Failure to meet minimum in one or more component results in an Unsatisfactory FA Score.

The Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) will conduct all Fitness Assessments. Where there is no FAC, FA’s should be conducted by a certified PTL from another unit.

Fitness Screening Questionnaire – Should be completed no earlier than 30 calendar days (90 for ARC), but NLT 7 days prior to FA to provide time for medical evaluation.

Testing - Must be completed within a 3-hour window on the same day, (Must be in military status for assessment)

MP3 AFI

MP3 AFI 3 Jan 2012 – New AF Guidance Memo about Fitness

Revised Push-ups and Sit-ups

How does Fitness affect EPR’s and OPR’s?

If Pass, then MEETS STANDARDS

If Fails, then DOES NOT MEET STANDARDS

Attachment 1, 4c

“Remain current as defined in AFI 36-2905 (dated 1 July 2010), paragraph 2.12. Failing to remain current as well as failing to attain a passing score on the applicable FA before the end of the performance report reporting period will result in a "DOES NOT MEET STANDARDS" rating on the member’s OPR/EPR if, as of the closeout date of the performance report, currency or a passing score is not obtained”

MP 3 AFI

Exemptions are designed to categorize members as unable or unavailable to train or assess for a limited time period

Commanders may grant exemptions as outlined in AFI 36-2905, Table 4.3

CATEGORIES

Composite Exemptions – Member is exempt from all components of the FA

Component Exemption – Member is exempt from one or more components of the FA, but will be assessed on the remaining components

MP 3 AFIExemption greater than 30 days, including pregnancy, will refer to the EP/FPM or appropriate ancillary provider for exercise assessment, prescription and counseling, or rehabilitation program

Member is eligible for FA 42 days after expiration of physical limitation if greater than 30 days. (180 days for pregnancies)

Any member Exempt from a component and scores 90 or Above, still has to test every 6 month

Military provider must make final disposition for any physical limitation in cases where non-military providers are utilized

PCS – Must be current and not expired prior to the RNLTD and is authorized 42 days from the DAS before assessment

MP3 AFI

Attachment 19

What is the typical conversation about the USAF Fitness Program?

What is the effect the typical conversations have on F2F results?

AFI 36-2905 states: “The Goal of the fitness program is to MOTIVATE all members to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that emphasizes total fitness, to include proper aerobic conditioning, strength/flexibility training and healthy eating.”

MP4: Building a Squadron Fitness Program

MP4: Building a Squadron Fitness Program

Goal is to motivate all membersWhat motivates you?

Circuit Training

MP 5: Nutritional Education

Do you eat healthy?

How do you know?

How many times a day do you eat?

How many calories a day do you consume?

Where do your calories come from?

MP 6: Various Exercise Programs

Be familiar with various classes and programs offered both on base and off.

CC and CCF should be actively involved.

CC and CCF lead by example, both in participation and attitude.

Recognize and reward effort and accomplishments, but also correct those who do not meet standards (according with AFI 36-2905).

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Summary

IntentUnit ResponsibilitiesAir Force InstructionBuilding a Squadron Fitness

ProgramNutritional Education and

ResourcesVarious Exercise Programs