More tips for fitness test success

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Leo Brown
  • 442nd Fighter Wing public affairs
WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. --  Some of the Citizen Airmen of the 442nd Fighter Wing who scored 100 percent on their Air Force fitness tests offered their advice on how to score well.

- Master Sgt. Michael B. Bannon, 442nd Maintenance Squadron Avionics Flight shop-chief: "People should try not to focus on the total 100 score. They should put more focus on the 70 points that they have the most control over. Genetics has given me a slender waist. I didn't use some weight-loss program or potion to get my current waist size - it's just a family trait. But the hard work practicing the sit-ups, push-ups and running to get my time down ... those are things that I can take credit for and other people should also. They might not be able to get the 100 (percent) score because their bodies won't let them have a small enough waist, but they can still be proud of how many points they achieved in the categories they had direct control over."

- Master Sgt. Warren T. Best, 442nd Security Forces Squadron squad leader: "The only thing I'd recommend people do to increase their scores is to not wait until the last minute to prepare."

- Staff Sgt. Denver R. Long, III, 442nd Civil Engineer Squadron structural journeyman: "Carbonated drinks hinder your ability to perform at peak levels, replacing carbonated beverages with sports drinks and water will fight off fatigue and cramping."

- Airman 1st Class Zachary V. Hulm, 442nd Maintenance Squadron hydraulic systems technician: "Don't allow laziness to become part of your daily lifestyle. Park further away from the supermarket entrance and take the stairs instead of the elevator. Always be conscious about what is good for your body, whether it be food intake or physical activity." 

- Staff Sgt. Catherine A. Dunham, 442nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aircraft mechanic: "The biggest key to achieving 100-percent success is deciding to remain physically fit and consistently work toward this goal through daily exercise, which includes weight training and cardio workouts."