Women playing football Training & Performance Warfighters need to remain fit above and beyond a fitness test to stay healthy, carry out the mission, and optimize performance. Learn more about how to stay in fighting shape. VIEW RESOURCESdouble arrow icon Soldier doing squats Injury Prevention Optimizing physical fitness is about maximizing your efforts without putting yourself at greater risk for injury and recovering quickly when injuries do occur. VIEW RESOURCESdouble arrow icon Ruck marching through snow Environmental Extremes Whether you’re working in extreme heat, at altitude, or for long hours behind a computer screen, austere conditions place exceptional demands on physical and mental fitness. VIEW RESOURCESdouble arrow icon
Rx3 logo Rx3 Rx3 is a guide to help Service Members and Veterans rehab and recover from musculoskeletal injuries, ultimately improving their overall health and physical fitness. Rx3double arrow icon Whec logo WHEC The Warrior Heat- and Exertion-Related Events Collaborative (WHEC) is a multidisciplinary advisory group focused on developing and implementing procedures to help providers, Service Members, and civilians prevent and treat heat-related illnesses and injuries. WHEC works in collaboration with the Army Heat Center at Fort Moore, GA, and USU's Multidisciplinary Case Review Committee (MDCRC). WHECdouble arrow icon Advet Homme logo ADVet HOMME ADVet HOMME is a collaborative effort to bring holistic musculoskeletal pain management resources to Service Members and Veterans. Learn more about common VA pain resources, the DoD’s at home exercise program for common MSK-I, and how to connect with a health coach if you’ve been referred by a participating medical provider. ADVet HOMMEdouble arrow icon
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