AFI36-2905.  Fitness Program.  January 12, 2010.
Available online at: http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/shared/media/epubs/AFI36-2905.pdf
Contains Air Force Guidance Memorandum which provides policy changes to AFI 36-2905, Physical Fitness.  Scroll down to adobe page 20 for the current copy of the AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program, January 12, 2010.

Air Force Fitness Program. 
Available online at: http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/affitnessprogram/index.asp
Covers Fitness Charts, Fitness News, Scoring, Fitness Assessment and What's New in Fitness Program.

Andriacco, Mike.  Wing Program Helps Airmen Get Fit To Fight.  U.S. Department of Defense Information/FIND February 18, 2009.
Available online at: http://search.proquest.com/docview/190378064?accountid=4332

Ayala, Dilia.  Feature - Combat Fit, Combat Ready.  U.S. Department of Defense Information/FIND April 3, 2009.
Available online at: http://search.proquest.com/docview/190380015?accountid=4332
Notes how airmen from Joint Base Balad, Iraq are constantly working to maintain the 'Fit to Fight' concept, ensuring combat readiness and mission accomplishment.

Butler, Cherryh.  Fit For Duty.  American Fitness 29:20-21 January-February 2011.
Available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=57087797&site=ehost-live
"Deals with the revised fitness program for the U.S. Air Force.  Beth Gosselin, Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs, relates that the changes were introduced to address the failure of the unit programs of creating a culture of fitness."-Abstract.

Department of Defense Directive 1308.1.  DoD Physical Fitness and Body Fat Program.  June 30, 2004.  7 p.
Available online at: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/130801p.pdf

Lyle, Amaani.  Air Force Officials Revise Fitness Program.  June 9, 2009.
Available online at: http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123153336
According to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley "maintaining the proper fitness levels is really about maintaining combat capability.  Being fit can make the difference between life and death for Airmen when actions require concentrated physical activity on or near the battlefield."

 'Total Fitness' Seeks Unit, Troop Effectiveness.  FDCH Regulatory Intelligence Database October 29, 2009.
Available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=32W2189953248&site=ehost-live

Treland, Margaret.  Readiness Is Mission For Air Force Fitness.  Fitness Business Pro 24:24-26 July 2008.
Available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=33766232&site=ehost-live
"When Texas Air Force Chief Margaret Treland was asked about the role of fitness in changing the Air Force with focus on being physically fit, she said that a number of people upholded their mission readiness for their own.  She added that they embrace the culture of the compulsory physical test for readiness and prosperity of the group's mission.  In addition, she cites that fitness is also essential to maintain the sustained fight against terrorism."-Abstract.

Walker, Thomas B. and others.  The Influence of 8-Weeks of Whey Protein and Leucine Supplementation on Physical and Cognitive Performance.  Brooks City-Base, TX, Air Force Research Laboratory, March 2009.  17 p.
Available online at: http://handle.dtic.mil/100.2/ADA498244
"The purpose of this study was to investigate the ability of 8-weeks of whey protein and leucine supplementation to enhance physical and cognitive performance and body composition. ... Thirty moderately fit subjects completed a modified Air Force fitness test (maximum 1-rep bench press, maximum number of chin-ups, push-ups, and crunches in 1 minute each, and a timed 3-mile run), a PC-based cognition test, and a Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) scan for body composition before and after supplementing their daily diet for 8 weeks with either 19.7 g of whey protein and 6.2 g leucine (WPL) or a calorie-equivalent placebo (P)."-Executive Summary.

Books

Hoffman, Jay.  Norms for Fitness, Performance, and Health.  Champaign, IL, Human Kinetics, 2006.  221 p.
Book call no.: 613.7 H699n

Institute of Medicine (U.S.).  Committee on Dietary Supplement Use by Military Personnel.  Use of Dietary Supplements by Military Personnel.  Washington, National Academies Press, 2008.  457 p.
"To achieve and maintain optimal readiness and mission performance goals, the military has the responsibility of guiding its service members in making choices that best enhance their health, including nutrition.  As with other sectors of the population, the use of dietary supplements to promote health has become increasingly popular among members of the military, which faces a paradox in managing their use."-Summary.
Also available online at: http://www.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=12095#toc
Book call no.: 613.2 I59u

Institute of Medicine (U.S.).  Committee on Military Nutrition Research.  Weight Management: State of the Science and Opportunities for Military Programs.  Washington, National Academies Press, 2003.  258 p.
Chapters include: Background and Context of the Overweight Problem; Military Standards for Fitness, Weight, and Body Composition; Factors That Influence Body Weight; Weight-Loss and Maintenance Strategies; and Response to the Military's Questions.  Netlibrary is available to AU students only.  Contact Fairchild Research Information Center for assistance.
Also available online at: http://www.netlibrary.com
Book call no.: 613.7 W419

National Academy of Sciences (U.S.).  Committee on Mineral Requirements for Cognitive and Physical Performance of Military Personnel.  Mineral Requirements for Military Personnel: Levels Needed for Cognitive and Physical Performance During Garrison Training.  Washington, National Academies Press, 2006.  496 p.
"The potential for adverse effects of marginal mineral deficiencies among soldiers engaged in training or military operations and the prospects of improving military performance through mineral intakes have spurred the military's interest in this area of nutrition.  The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) asked the IOM to study and assess mineral requirements and recommended intakes for military personnel in garrison training."-Summary.
Also available online at: http://www.nap.edu/catalog/11610.html
Book call no.: 613.2 M664

Documents

United States.  Air Force Audit Agency.  Air Force Fitness Program.  Washington, Air Force Audit Agency, 2008.  22 p.
"The [Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force] requested this audit to evaluate fitness program effectiveness.  Specifically to determine whether unit commanders consistently implemented the fitness program and that unit-based fitness programs effectively promoted a healthy lifestyle."-Objectives.
Doc. call no.: M-U 42963-1 no.F2009-0004-FD4000

Dougherty, Ronald J.  Fit to Fight: Admin or Ethos?  Embedding Fitness in Air Force Culture.  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air War College, 2009.  55 p.
"Attempts to answer the question: Is the Air Force 'Fit to Fight' Fitness Program admin or ethos?  In other words, has it succeeded in creating a fitness culture?  The author begins by exploring fitness in the Air Force today to establish a baseline for discussion."-Abstract.
Also available online at: https://www.afresearch.org/skins/rims/display.aspx?moduleid=be0e99f3-fc56-4ccb-8dfe-670c0822a153&mode=user&action=downloadpaper&objectid=d6329c64-7a55-4439-b6c2-f6169ef1202f&rs=PublishedSearch
Doc. call no.: M-U 43117 D7321f

Juarez, Billeye S.  Fitness in the Military: Does the Joint Environment Dictate One DoD Test?  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air Command and Staff College, 2008.  29 p.
Also available online at: https://www.afresearch.org/skins/rims/display.aspx?moduleid=be0e99f3-fc56-4ccb-8dfe-670c0822a153&mode=user&action=downloadpaper&objectid=d1c0cbe1-168f-4d56-8324-d89633c525be&rs=PublishedSearch
Doc. call no.: M-U 43122 J91f

Lamb, Morgan M.  Joint Physical Readiness: More than Just Physical Fitness.  Carlisle Barracks, PA, U.S. Army War College, 2008.  22 p.
"This paper posits that if we are to be able to sustain an all volunteer force, capable of world-wide deployment in support of contingency operations, then there must be a minimum physical readiness requirement applicable to all service members regardless of age and gender that augments the current physical fitness programs."-Abstract.
Doc. call no.: M-U 39080-537 L2181j

Lowman, C. Thomas.  Does Current Army Physical Fitness Training Doctrine Adequately Prepare Soldiers for War?  Fort Leavenworth, KS, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, 2010.  122 p. (Thesis, Master of Military Art and Science, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, KS)
"The U.S. Army has continually adjusted its fitness regimen to best prepare Soldiers for combat.  This paper attempts to answer a critical question: Does the current U.S. Army physical fitness training doctrine adequately prepare soldiers for war?"-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://handle.dtic.mil/100.2/ADA524239
Doc. call no.: M-U 42022 L918d

Mickle, Jon-Paul.  Every Airman a Fighter.  Quantico, VA, United States Marine Corps Command and Staff College, 2008.  23 p.
According to the author "More Airmen than ever are being asked to perform ground combat missions normally reserved for Soldiers and Marines, forcing them to complete just-in-time training with the Army prior to going to war.  The Chief of Staff of the Air Force made changes to basic training and to the service physical fitness test to reflect a more martial culture.  He concludes that the Air Force lacks a vehicle to instill combat focus and capability in all Airmen.  A program that emphasizes physical fitness, mental acuity and moral discipline is needed."-Executive Summary.
Also available online at: http://handle.dtic.mil/100.2/ADA490784
Doc. call no.: M-U 41886-71 M625e

Minnick, Lori A.  Air Force Fitness Program: Case Studies on the Impact on Aircraft Maintenance.  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air Command and Staff College, 2009.  29 p.
"Reviews two case studies as examples to successfully implement the mandatory Air Force Physical Fitness Program (AFPT) in a 24-hour operational unit.  Acknowledges the evolution and the forward strides the Air Force (AF) has made to provide a program allowing airman on-duty time to become 'fit to fight'.  However, AF squadrons appear to be focused on 'fit to test' versus providing airman opportunities to change their lifestyles."-Abstract.
Also available online at: https://www.afresearch.org/skins/rims/display.aspx?moduleid=be0e99f3-fc56-4ccb-8dfe-670c0822a153&mode=user&action=downloadpaper&objectid=104c205a-c3e1-419e-a9ae-b8788917ac14&rs=PublishedSearch
Doc. call no.: M-U 43122 M6652a

Nelson, Heather A.  The Role of Squadron Commanders in Improving Physical Fitness Behaviors.  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air Command and Staff College, 2008.  41 p.
The purpose of this study is to determine "the best methods to achieve a fit and healthy force and to motivate AF members to maintain physical activity."-Abstract.
Also available online at: https://www.afresearch.org/skins/rims/display.aspx?moduleid=be0e99f3-fc56-4ccb-8dfe-670c0822a153&mode=user&action=downloadpaper&objectid=46ce48f6-af76-432e-845a-b09a56086ca1&rs=PublishedSearch
Doc. call no.: M-U 43122 N4256r

Roshetko, Thomas F.  Air Force Fitness Culture: Are We There Yet?  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air War College, 2008.  42 p.
Also available in Air Force Journal of Logistics 34, no. 1-2:2-15 2010.
Also available online at: https://www.afresearch.org/skins/rims/display.aspx?moduleid=be0e99f3-fc56-4ccb-8dfe-670c0822a153&mode=user&action=downloadpaper&objectid=a01b27e9-20a0-4c06-be3e-9a141f8010d5&rs=PublishedSearch
Doc. call no.: M-U 43117 R818a

Slojkowski, Michael.  Improving Fitness Standards and Evaluation Methodologies for Combat Rescue Officers and Pararescuemen.  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air War College, 2009.  29 p.
"This paper looks at fitness evaluation methodologies that civilian, military, and law enforcement organizations use to assess the physical capabilities of individuals that perform physically demanding tasks in a variety of environments.  It analyzes the similarities and differences between the various organizations’ methodologies while considering the requirements these various organizations have in performing the physical activities being evaluated."-Abstract.
Also available online at: https://www.afresearch.org/skins/rims/display.aspx?moduleid=be0e99f3-fc56-4ccb-8dfe-670c0822a153&mode=user&action=downloadpaper&objectid=9a9c36d5-0269-4377-b92c-941538bd3607&rs=PublishedSearch
Doc. call no.: M-U 43117 S6342i

Warner, Lucille J.  USAF Physical Fitness Standards: Are They What a Fit Force Needs?  Maxwell AFB, AL, Air Command and Staff College, 2003.  33 p.
"One of the Air Force’s priorities is maintaining a fit force.  With an increase in obesity across America, this becomes a difficult challenge.  This paper seeks to determine whether the Air Force Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA), as well as body composition assessment, are the best ways to assess fitness."-Abstract.
Doc. call no.: M-U 43122 W282u

Worden, Thomas E.  A Comparison of the US Air Force Fitness Test and Sister Services' Combat-Oriented Fitness Tests.  Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, Air Force Institute of Technology, 2009.  199 p. (Thesis, Air Force Institute of Technology, OH)
"Explores how the United States Air Force Physical Fitness Test (AFPFT) events compare to sister-services’ physical fitness test events with respect to their predictability of combat capability."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://handle.dtic.mil/100.2/ADA496773
Doc. call no.: M-U 39567-5 W924c

Air Force Announces New Fitness Program.  National Guard 57:17 August 2003.
Also available online at: http://proquest.umi.com/pqdweb?did=416970771&sid=1&Fmt=3&clientId=417&RQT=309&VName=PQD

Alexander, Michael W.  A Physically Fit Airman: An Essential Element for Agile Combat Support in the AEF.  Air Force Journal of Logistics 26:38-40 Winter 2002.
"Reports on the effectiveness of the physical fitness program in preparing soldiers for demanding and physically taxing military missions of the U.S. Air Force."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=9536878&site=ehost-live

Badgett, Dwight.  Fitness Program Goal Is to Be Fit to Fight, Not Just Fit to Test.  Citizen Airman 62:3 August 2010.
The author "discusses the fitness program of the U.S. Air Force.  He mentions that the Air Force fitness program is created for fit-to-fight-program and not to fit-to-test-program and notes that the standard for the fitness program is basically the same."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=54734410&site=ehost-live

Central Command Requires Fitness Testing.  Citizen Airman 62:8-9 December 2010.
"Reports that physical fitness testing has become one of the wartime requirements of airmen deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=57194447&site=ehost-live

Colarusso, Laura M.  Fit to Fight: By Any Measure, the New Air Force Fitness Standards Aim to Make Airmen into Warriors.  Air Force Times 64:14 October 27, 2003.
"Deals with the fitness standard requirements established by the U.S. Air Force in 2003.  Covers categories; standards to be used in the scoring system; and advices of health experts on how to prepare for the test."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Dooley, James W. and Black, Denise K.  Dangerous Diets.  Combat Edge 13:12-15 January 2005.
"Discusses the dangers of low-carbohydrate diets for fighter crews in the U.S. such as impairment of cognitive and physical performance; the diminished ability to fly aircraft; and its implications on health and nutrition."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=15722573&site=ehost-live

Faulisi, Stephen.  Controlling the Weapons.  Airman 48:44-45 January 2004.
"Talks about the new physical fitness program for the U.S. Air Force members.  Reports on the significance of having physically conditioned men controlling the military armament; implementation of the fit-to-fight program of the Air Force; and comments from Gen. John P. Jumper, U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff, on the importance of the program."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=12186869&site=ehost-live

'Fitter' to Fight:  Warrior Ethos Demands Fitness Evolution.  Airman 52:44-47 July-August 2008.
"Reports on the importance of a fitness program for the Air Force in the U.S.  It states that every Airman is required to be physically fit to be ready to succeed in the deployed environment so that their safety and career will not be threatened."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=33271676&site=ehost-live

Fontaine, Scott.  Weight Loss at Any Cost: Some Airmen Find Extreme Measures Necessary to Meet Air Force's New PT Rules.  Air Force Times 71:18-20 August 23, 2010.
"The article reports on the tendency of some airmen to opt for extreme measures necessary to meet the new physical training (PT) standards of the U.S. Air Force, which took effect July 1, 2010."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Funk, Deborah.  Panel Issuing Weight Plan Cites Air Force's as a Model.  Air Force Times 64:18 August 25, 2003.
"States that the Committee on Military Nutrition Research of the Institute of Medicine has issued a recommendation on how to maintain healthy weight for military members that target also military dependents and even to what kinds of food should be available on installations.  Discusses other recommendations made by the committee and details on the fitness and health strategy of the Air Force."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Funk, Deborah.  Services Help Battle Bulges - DoD to Offer Programs That Fight Fat.  Air Force Times 65:33-34 March 7, 2005.
"Deals with the move of the U.S. Department of Defense to launch programs to help military service deal with the problem of obesity among their ranks."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Gaudiano, Nicole.  The Fitness Factor - Physical Conditioning May Soon Weigh More Heavily on Promotions.  Air Force Times 65:8+ March 7, 2005.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Harms, Trisha D.  If Only I'd Believed That.  Flying Safety 62:12-15 August 2006.
"Offers guidelines for increasing the physical stamina of soldiers and military trainees."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=23954652&site=ehost-live

Hoffman, Michael.  Cutting the Fat: With 55 Percent of Airmen Overweight, and 11 Percent Obese, Some Say Air Force Must Weigh In.  Air Force Times 68:14+ April 28, 2008.
"The article reports that the U.S. Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) officials are developing instructive and punitive measures for airmen who fail to get their weight under control."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Hoffman, Michael.  Fit to Fight? - PT Leaders Say Changes Needed to Make Fitness Test Tougher, More Fair.  Air Force Times 68:14-16 June 9, 2008.
"Reports on recommended changes from U.S. Air Force's physical training (PT) program leaders from across the major commands to make the PT test tougher and more fair.  It says that although 97% of airmen ace the test, 55% of the force is still overweight and 12% is obese by Air Force standards."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Hoffman, Michael.  Fit to Serve.  Air Force Times 70:28-30 May 10, 2010.
"Focuses on the projected failure rate among U.S. airmen who will take the biannual physical training (PT) test upon the implementation of tougher standards on July 1, 2010.  Based on sample scores, one in four airmen is expected to fail the PT test which means fewer airmen are eligible for promotions."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Hoffman, Michael.  PT Shape-Up: Air Force Officials 'Looking at Everything' to Improve Fitness Program.  Air Force Times 69:14-16 November 24, 2008.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Hoffman, Michael.  PT Test with Teeth: Tougher Standards Stricter Scoring--and Consequences When You Fail.  Air Force Times 69:22-23 June 22, 2009.
"Focuses on the changes to the fitness program of the U.S. Air Force approved by Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz and other generals at their Corona conference held in Ohio from June 4 to 6, 2009.  As part of the changes, the physical training (PT) test will be taken twice a year at a centralized location where scores will be recorded by a civilian fitness expert."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Hoffman, Michael.  PT Tune-Up: Among Possible Changes: Twice-Yearly Tests, New Point System, Relaxed Waist Standard.  Air Force Times 69:16-17 May 4, 2009.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Jonas, Wayne B. and others.  Why Total Force Fitness?  Military Medicine 175:6-13 August 2010 Supplement.
"Describes a new paradigm for 'Total Force Fitness'.  In an age of sustained conflict, fitness requires continuous performance, resilience, and recovery of the whole person, not just the physical body.  Injury from these conflicts is physical and mental, social and spiritual."-Abstract from Author.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=52894941&site=ehost-live

Jumper, John P.  Focus on Fitness - Are You Fit to Fight?  TIG Brief 56:4 January-February 2004.

Kennedy, Kelly.  Health Study: Troops Need More Iron and Less Stress - Anemia, Hypertension Chief Concerns.  Air Force Times 67:32 February 19, 2007.
"The article reports on the findings of a study on military hygiene conducted by the researchers at the U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine.  The study found that marines and sailors were more likely to be anemic than to have other health problems.  It found that combat troops were less likely to have problems.  The study also suggests the importance of exercise to service men and women."-Abstract from Ebscohost.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Land, Beverly C.  Current Department of Defense Guidance for Total Force Fitness.  Military Medicine 175:3-5 August 2010 Supplement.
"Fitness and health care have traditionally had a major focus in the military and will continue to be an important focus for the medical community throughout the 21st century."-Abstract from Author.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=52894940&site=ehost-live

McKinley, Rodney J.  Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: The Enlisted Perspective.  Air Force Speeches February 28, 2008.

McMichael, William H.  'Too Fat to Serve'.  Air Force Times 70:12 May 3, 2010.
Also available online at: http://infoweb.newsbank.com

Meintel, Julie.  Moving Like a Well-Oiled Machine.  Mobility Forum 13:28-31 January-February 2004.
"Offers fitness and nutrition advice for U.S. Air Force soldiers and discusses the factors that influence the varied amount of nutrients required for individual persons."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=12141728&site=ehost-live

Montain, Scott J. and others.  Nutritional Fitness.  Military Medicine 175:65-72 August 2010 Supplement.
"Nutritional fitness is an essential component of total force fitness as poor nutrition degrades mission readiness and contributes to a variety of other health disorders.  This article describes the components of nutritional fitness, considers ways of assessing it at both the population and individual levels, and discusses challenges that must be overcome to attain nutritional fitness."-Abstract from Authors.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=52894946&site=ehost-live

Roberts, Chuck.  Are You Fit To Fight?  Airman 48:2-7 October 2004.
"Reports on the introduction of a new Fit to Fight program that would replace the cycle ergometry test and encouraged everyone to get ready in the Air Force.  This program is forwarded by General John Jumper."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=14843212&site=ehost-live

Roy, Tanja C. and others.  Physical Fitness.  Military Medicine 175:14-20 August 2010 Supplement.
"Due to the austere environments and high physical work capacity required for mission tasks, military service members must sustain a more advanced level of physical fitness than the civilian population.  To meet these high demands, physical fitness training must be split into four components: endurance, mobility, strength (including core strength), and flexibility."-Abstract From Authors.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=52894942&site=ehost-live

Singer, Nicole.  Officers Find Motivation to Feel Younger, Stay Healthier.  Citizen Airman 59:22 December 2007.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=28083795&site=ehost-live

Stewart, Nickolas.  Fit (and Ready) to Fight: Strengthening Combat Readiness Through Controlled-Aggression Training.  Air & Space Power Journal 21:78-79 Summer 2007.
"Focuses on the significance of strengthening combat readiness through controlled-aggression training in the U.S. Air Force.  The Air Force is training its personnel well in the Law of Armed Conflict, equips them properly and ensures their firearm proficiency.  Defense training is considered to be the natural counterpart to the Air Force's Fit to Fight program."-Abstract.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=25372117&site=ehost-live

Taylor, Marcus K. and others.  Physical Fitness Influences Stress Reactions to Extreme Military Training.  Military Medicine 173:738-742 August 2008.
"Physical fitness and physical conditioning have long been valued by the military for their roles in enhancing mission-specific performance and reducing risk of injury in the warfighter.  It is not known whether physical fitness plays a causal role in attenuating acute military stress reactions or the evolution of post-traumatic stress disorder.  The objective of this study is to determine whether physical fitness influences the impact of stressful events during military survival training."-Abstract from Author.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=34071708&site=ehost-live

Vanderburgh, Paul M.  Correction Factors for Body Mass Bias in Military Physical Fitness Tests.  Military Medicine 172:738-742 July 2007.
"Recent research findings combined with the theoretical laws of biological similarity make the compelling case that all physical fitness test items for the Army, Air Force, and Navy impose a 15 to 20% physiological bias against heavier, not fatter, men and women.  Using the published findings that actual scores of muscle and aerobic endurance scale by body mass raised to the 1/3 power, correction factor tables were developed.  This correction factor can be multiplied by one's actual score (e.g., push-ups, sit-ups, abdominal crunches, or curt-up repetitions or distance run time) to yield adjusted scores that are free of body mass bias."-Abstract from Author.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=mth&AN=25805911&site=ehost-live

Vanderburgh, Paul M. and Crowder, Todd A.  Body Mass Penalties in the Physical Fitness Tests of the Army, Air Force, and Navy.  Military Medicine 171:753-756 August 2006.
"Recent research has empirically documented a consistent penalty against heavier service members for events identical or similar to those in the physical fitness tests of the Army, Air Force, and Navy.  These penalties, which are not related to body fatness, are based on biological scaling models and have physiological basis."-Abstract from Author.
Also available online at: http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=21976378&site=ehost-live

Winn, Patrick.  Get Fit (They're Not Kidding): Leaders Want You to Be Strong.  They'll Help, but Only So Long.  Air Force Times 68:14-15 August 13, 2007.
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