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Semper Fit Health
Promotion & Fitness |
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Semper Fit Center
Bldg 3383 (attached to Combat Pool )
Annette Williams, Director
252-466-6467/7201 |
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What is Marine Corps Health Promotion all about? |
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Annually, the Marine Corps separates an average of
over 7,000 Marines because of physical disability or
misconduct.
Together, separations from abuse of alcohol and weight
control average an additional 789 Marines per year.
On average, another 108 Marines die per year, most
because of motor vehicle accidents, but one out of four
(approximately 21) by taking their own life.
In all, almost 8,000 Marines per year are lost due to
death, physical disability, misconduct, alcohol, medical
retirement, and weight control. The estimated dollar
value for these losses (annually) is roughly $983
million. The manpower burden is equivalent to TWO
INFANTRY REGIMENTS.
The Health Promotion goal is to continuously
improve the use of, and trends in, healthy lifestyles
and behaviors as reported by the DoD Survey of Health
Related Behaviors Among Military Personnel, the primary
indicator of health trends in the Marine Corps. This
will reduce the attrition statistics shown above. |
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Reminders: |
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Semper Fit Program
requirements, according to MCO P1700.29...
All Marines should be trained in the following
Health Promotion elements:
Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention, Suicide
Awareness, STD/HIV Transmission Prevention, and
Tobacco Cessation.
In addition to these elements, three additional
hours of Semper Fit instruction are required for
each Marine
on an annual basis.
At MCAS Cherry Point, Semper Fit training is
tracked and inspected (CGI) on a fiscal year
basis (1 Oct.-30 Sept.)
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Physical Fitness: |
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Semper Fit Special Events Calendar:
::click
here for the Semper Fit Race Schedule:: or
for more information about special events listed
below, contact :: Berna Crosby:: or call
466-2208
:: SEMPER FIT SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR::
For more information contact::
Berna Crosby:: or 466-2208 |
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Group
Exercise (Aerobics Schedule): ::click here for
schedule:: |
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Physical Training Program Fees & Services: |
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Descriptions:
Personal/Physical
Training
- (Includes Physical Fitness Assessment).
Includes: 6 personal sessions with a nationally
certified trainer, personalized workout program,
nutrition information, physical fitness progress
monitoring, reduced Fitness Connection monthly
group exercise fee (one time offer).
Assessment:
Determines Body Composition, Blood Pressure,
Aerobic Capacity, Flexibility, & Strength
Physical Fitness Assessment Only
Determines: Body Composition, Blood Pressure,
Aerobic Capacity, Flexibility, & Strength.
Resting Metabolic Rate Assessment (RMR)
Body Gem - "State of the Art" system which
measures the number of calories your body
requires at rest for your current weight &
activity level.
Workouts
Workouts are exercises designed based on the
five components of physical fitness (muscular
strength, muscular endurance, body composition,
flexibility, cardiovascular fitness) combined
with information acquired from your Micro-Fit
results.
Fees & Services
Fitness Center use for Active Duty, Retired
Active Duty & Reservists - FREE
Family Members of Active Duty & Retired Active
Duty Family Members
Personal/Physical Training - $40 (includes
Physical Assessment) One time charge for
6-8 weeks program
Physical Fitness Assessment only - $15
Physical Fitness Assessment, plus a workout
- $20
Resting Metabolic Rate Assessment (RMR) -
$10
DoD & their Family Members (must hold current
Fitness Center Memberships) One time charge for
6-8 weeks program
Personal/Physical Training - $50 (includes
Physical Fitness Assessment)
Physical Fitness Assessment Only - $15
Physical Fitness Assessment, plus a Workout
- $20
Resting Metabolic Rate Assessment (RMR) -
$10
* All Fees are Subject to Change!
For more information on Personal Training:
email:
vicky.lee@usmc-mccs.org |
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Suicide Prevention |
The USMC sees approximately 27 suicide
completions each year. On the average, MCAS
Cherry Point sees up to 4 suicide completions
each year. For every suicide completion, there
are at least ten (10) suicide incidents
(gestures, attempts). For the USMC, we see
approximately 300 suicide incidents each year.
At MCAS Cherry Point, we see upwards of 40
suicide incidents each year, affecting our
active duty population
Listed below are the USMC and MCAS Cherry Point
statistics in suicide completions from
2001-2009.
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USMC |
MCAS Cherry Point |
Suicides at MCAS as % of USMC suicides |
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2001 |
29 |
2 |
7% |
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2002 |
23 |
2 |
9% |
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2003 |
26 |
2 |
8% |
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2004 |
34 |
0 |
0% |
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2005 |
24 |
1 |
4% |
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2006 |
28 |
3 |
11% |
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2007 |
34 |
0 |
0% |
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2008 |
42 |
1 |
2% |
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2009 |
56 |
0 |
0% |
While MCAS Cherry Points rate has remained
stable, there is much more work to be done in
educating our Marines in identifying early
warning signs and preventing all suicidal
incidents here at MCAS Cherry Point.
Historically, the number of suicides at MCAS
Cherry Point represented about 7-15% of the
total number of suicides completed in the entire
USMC. Therefore, we need to keep up our efforts
and continue to be proactive in order to be more
effective in our prevention and early
intervention education programs. While the total
completed incidences at MCAS Cherry Point
declined over the past years, all would agree
any amount of suicides are too many. With the
promotion of prevention education, the incident
rates will continue to decline. Everyone is
encouraged to be part of the solution. Please
contact the Semper Fit Center (466-6467) for
information on Suicide Prevention.
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Nutrition Education: |
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Nutrition Class (Weight
Management):
2-hour class, 9:00-11:00
am. Call the Semper Fit Center 466-6467 to
register.
Nutrition Counseling: Complete
nutritional assessment done with each client.
Active duty personnel are FREE; Retirees, family
members & DoD employees: $20. Program includes
keeping a 1-week food log, lipid and blood sugar
screenings, resting metabolic rate testing, body
composition, vitals, etc. Clients will receive
goal setting, recommendations & resource
materials & monthly follow-up appointments for 4
months. To schedule an appointment please call
466-6467
RMR (resting metabolic rate) Testing: this is an excellent
opportunity to find out how many calories your
body burns, while at rest. Services are
available to calculate your individual Basal
Metabolic Rate. There is a $10 fee for this
service (free for AD/retirees/reservists). Appointments must be made in advance.
For more information, please call The Semper Fit
Center 466-6467.
Hypertension
Education/Nutrition Class:
2-hour class, 10:00 am-12:00 pm. Call the
Semper Fit Center 466-6467 to register. |
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Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention: |
SACO Training Course:
Commands wishing to enroll their newly assigned
SACO's for training need to email or call
466-7568.
Newly assigned Substance Abuse Control Officers
(SACO's) are required to be trained in the
billet no later than 90 days after assignment.
ATTENTION: Anyone enrolled in the above
courses needs to be available to attend the
entire course. Commands need to ensure that this
can be accomplished before enrolling the
participant to the training. |
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Stress Management: |
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Stress Management:
Discover the common causes of stress, how to
recognize and react to them before they become
unmanageable and lead to illness or disease.
Individual coping skills will be discussed and
reviewed. Guaranteed to make you look at the
stresses of your life in a different way. Class
is 3-hour and the location is Bldg 232. Call
466-3264 for details. |
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Anger Management: |
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Held once a week for 8 weeks. Call 466-3264 for
more information & to register for classes. |
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Pre-Marital Workshop: |
Held monthly. Requirement for any Service Member
getting married and is 26 years or younger. Must
take class within the window of 60 days before
or after marriage.
Certificates given upon completion of the
course.
Many speakers come from around the base as well
as the Chaplain.
Topics Covered: Priorities for Marriage,
Unspoken Expectations, Happily Every After Myth,
Trust, Gender Differences, Communication,
Healthy Conflict Resolution, Personality
Differences, Marriage and Family Violence, Role
Expectations, Parental Issues, Base Housing
Information, Medical/Tri Care Information,
Substance Abuse, Smart Money/Budgeting.
Call the Station Chapel for more
information...466-4000 |
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Tobacco Cessation and Prevention: |
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Tobacco Cessation Course (7-weeks): Classes are
on Tuesday's, either 11:30am-12:30 pm or
Wednesday's from
4:30-5:30 pm. These classes are 7-session
course, with quitting aids (patch or pill).
Registration is required. Call the Semper Fit
Center 466-6467 to register. |
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Other Health Education Classes/Services available: |
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Pre/Diabetes Self Management Seminar:
Classes meet once a month 8:00 am
-12:00 pm at the Semper Fit Center.
Call 466-0277 for information. |
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Cholesterol, Triglyceride, Glucose and
BP screenings...
always available, by appointment at the
Semper Fit Center (FREE of charge).
Please call 466-6467/7201 to schedule an
appointment.
What is a Bone Mineral Density test?
A bone mineral density (BMD) test
measures the density of minerals (such
as
calcium)
in your bones using a special
X-ray,
computed tomography (CT) scan,
or
ultrasound.
This information is used to estimate the
strength of your bones.
We all lose some bone mass as we age.
Bones naturally become thinner (called
osteopenia)
as you grow older because existing bone
is broken down faster than new bone is
made. As this occurs, our bones lose
calcium and other minerals and become
lighter, less dense, and more porous.
This makes the bones weaker and
increases the chance that they might
break (fracture).
With further bone loss, osteopenia leads
to
osteoporosis.
So the thicker your bones are, the
longer it takes to get osteoporosis.
Although osteoporosis can occur in men,
it is most common in women older than
age 65.
If your bone density is lower than
normal, you can take steps to increase
your bone strength and reduce your
chances of having a fracture. Some ways
to increase bone density and strength
include combining calcium and vitamin D
supplements with weight-bearing exercise
(such as walking), weight training (such
as lifting weights or using weight
machines), and using medicines. After
menopause,
women can use
hormone therapy
and other medications to increase bone
density.
There are several different ways to
measure BMD. One way to measure is by
ultrasound.
Bone Mineral Density (BMD) Ultrasound.
This test is generally used to look for
problems. If results from an ultrasound
test find low bone density, DEXA is
recommended to confirm the results.
Ultrasound uses sound waves to measure
BMD, in your heel. Ultrasound is quick,
painless, and does not use potentially
harmful radiation like X-rays.
What do I need to do to make an appointment?
Call the Semper Fit Center 466-6467/7201
to schedule an appointment. This
service is available to all eligible
patrons (active duty/reservist/retired,
military family members, and DoD
employees and their family members) |
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RESOURCES: Links for Smokeless Tobacco |
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www.oralcancer.org |
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www.nospit.com |
:: USMC
Semper Fit |
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:: American Alliance for Health, Physical
Education |
:: MCCS
Cherry Point |
:: Institute for Sports Preventative Medicine |
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RESOURCES: Health Promotion Sites |
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:: Navy Environmental Health Center |
:: WebMD |
:: American College
of Sports Medicine |
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::American
Council on Exercise:: |
:: NEHC Injury Prevention |
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It is a pleasure assisting you with your Semper
Fit Health Promotion needs!
OOH-RAH, Semper Fit,
Annette Williams Director, Health & Fitness
MCAS Cherry Point
252-466-6467/7201 252-466-1206 Fax
annette.williams@usmc-mccs.org
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