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MacDill Airmen Fitness School leads the way with innovative functional fitness

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brandon Michael, 6th Medical Group clinical pathology technician and senior fitness trainer, lifts kettlebells while completing an obstacle course during Airmen Fitness School at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 16, 2021. MacDill’s Airmen Fitness School emphasizes the wingman concept by teaching noncommissioned officers from various units to build and sustain thriving and resilient teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin)
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MacDill Airmen Fitness School leads the way with innovative functional fitness

U.S. Air Force Maj. Curtis Dejaco, 6th Operations Group chief of mobility, prepares for an obstacle course by securing weights in a stretcher during Airmen Fitness School at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 16, 2021. MacDill’s Airmen Fitness School focuses on functional fitness activities and resiliency skills to build and sustain a thriving and resilient Air Force community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin)
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MacDill Airmen Fitness School leads the way with innovative functional fitness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Santos, 6th Maintenance Squadron maintenance unit section chief and senior fitness trainer, catches his breath after completing an obstacle course during Airmen Fitness School at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 16, 2021. MacDill’s Airmen Fitness School emphasizes the wingman concept by teaching noncommissioned officers from various units to build and sustain thriving and resilient teams. “A healthy and fit Airman has the capacity to deal with stress, fatigue, and ultimately reduce the risks they present to safety and the mission. This program is a way to get after those requirements that have been overlooked in the past and incorporate them into training a more well-rounded, resilient, and capable Airman,” said Santos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin)
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MacDill Airmen Fitness School leads the way with innovative functional fitness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Santos, 6th Maintenance Squadron maintenance unit section chief and senior fitness trainer, pushes a weighted prowler during Airmen Fitness School at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 16, 2021. The two-week course, offered to noncommissioned officers, is comprised of targeted functional fitness activities and reinforces resiliency skills. “A healthy and fit Airman has the capacity to deal with stress, fatigue, and ultimately reduce the risks they present to safety and the mission. This program is a way to get after those requirements that have been overlooked in the past and incorporate them into training a more well-rounded, resilient, and capable Airman,” said Santos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin)
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MacDill Airmen Fitness School leads the way with innovative functional fitness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Santos, 6th Maintenance Squadron maintenance unit section chief and senior fitness trainer, lifts a weighted ball during Airmen Fitness School at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Nov. 16, 2021. MacDill’s Airmen Fitness School focuses on functional fitness activities and resiliency skills to build and sustain a thriving and resilient Air Force community. “A healthy and fit Airman has the capacity to deal with stress, fatigue, and ultimately reduce the risks they present to safety and the mission. This program is a way to get after those requirements that have been overlooked in the past and incorporate them into training a more well-rounded, resilient, and capable Airman,” said Santos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin)
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How becoming a long-distance mom prepared me for COVID-19

U.S Air Force Airman Staff Sergeant Heather Fejerang holds her daughter Isabel Fejerang while walking home at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., February 2019. Staff Sgt. Fejerang practices resiliency daily while being away from her daughter, who lives on the other side of the country. (courtesy photo)
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LIFTx 2019

Retired U.S. Air Force security policeman and K-9 handler, Morgan Watt, speaks about overcoming post-traumatic stress disorder and battling thoughts of suicide at the Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow seminar at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Sept. 23, 2019. David Villa, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Susan Smith, Kristen Cristy and a retired U.S. Air Force security police K-9 handler, Morgan Watt, with his service dog, Foley, spoke about real challenges military personnel face from overcoming adversity on the frontlines of a battlefield, to living with post-traumatic stress disorder and to conquering cancer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Warner)
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LIFTx 2019

The Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow 2019 seminar had guest speakers share their personal and compelling stories of overcoming adversity at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Sept. 23, 2019. David Villa, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Susan Smith, Kristen Cristy and a retired U.S. Air Force security police K-9 handler, Morgan Watt, with his service dog, Foley, spoke about real challenges military personnel face from the frontlines of a battlefield, to living with post-traumatic stress disorder and to conquering cancer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Warner)
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LIFTx 2019

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Susan Smith speaks about overcoming bone cancer at the Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow seminar at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Sept. 23, 2019. David Villa, Lt. Col. Susan Smith, Kristen Cristy and a retired U.S. Air Force security police K-9 handler, Morgan Watt, with his service dog, Foley, spoke about real challenges military personnel face from overcoming adversity on the frontlines of a battlefield, to living with post-traumatic stress disorder and to conquering cancer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Warner)
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LIFTx 2019

David Roever, a Purple Heart recipient and a U.S. Navy Vietnam War veteran, shares his personal story of perseverance at the Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow seminar at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Sept. 23, 2019. Guest speakers David Villa, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Susan Smith, Kristen Cristy and a retired U.S. Air Force security police K-9 handler, Morgan Watt, with his service dog, Foley, spoke about real challenges military personnel face from overcoming adversity on the frontlines of a battlefield, to living with post-traumatic stress disorder and to conquering cancer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Scott Warner)
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"We're tougher" MacDill Airman inspires resiliency

Senior Airman Courtney Carlson, a dental technician assigned to the 6th Operational Readiness Medical Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base pauses for a photo with Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright during the 2019 Air Force Sergeants Association conference in San Antonio Aug. 27, 2019. Carlson spoke about the importance of resiliency and being open and honest with Airmen. (Courtesy photo)
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Herschel Walker shares mental health battle with MacDill Airmen

Former NFL running back Herschel Walker receives a token of appreciation from U.S. Air Force Colonel Stephen Snelson, 6th Air Mobility Wing Commander, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 14, 2018. Snelson presented the gift to thank Walker for spending time with Airmen and speaking about resiliency and mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)
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Herschel Walker shares mental health battle with MacDill Airmen

Former NFL running back Herschel Walker pauses for a photo in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 15, 2018. Walker visited MacDill for two days, touring facilities and speaking to Airmen about resiliency and mental health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)
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Herschel Walker shares mental health battle with MacDill Airmen

Former NFL running back Herschel Walker speaks to Airmen at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 15, 2018. Walker spent two days touring MacDill facilities and visiting with Airmen to share his story of resiliency and overcoming mental health struggles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)
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Herschel Walker shares mental health battle with MacDill Airmen

Todd Barrett, 6th Security Forces Squadron Marine Patrol commander, speaks with former NFL running back Herschel Walker at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 14, 2018. The Marine Patrol showed Walker around MacDill’s perimeter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)
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Herschel Walker shares mental health battle with MacDill Airmen

Former NFL running back Herschel Walker practices entry control procedures at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 14, 2018. 6th Security Forces Squadron defenders showed Walker how they verify and grant access to the installation, and professionally greet drivers as they make their way through the gate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ryan C. Grossklag)
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Super Bowl winning head coach and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, Tony Dungy, speaks to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., service members Oct. 24, 2018. Dungy focused his speech on the connection between resiliency and suicide awareness and prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Nunez)
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Super Bowl winning head coach and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, Tony Dungy, speaks to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., service members Oct. 24, 2018. Dungy focused his speech on the connection between resiliency and suicide awareness and prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Nunez)
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U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen Snelson, the 6th Air Mobility Wing commander, presents former National football League head coach, Tony Dungy, a plaque in appreciation for speaking at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Oct 24, 2018. The Super Bowl winning head coach and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee spoke on moments throughout his life that tested his resiliency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Nunez)
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