Military Fitness Training Activities

Images depict service members engaging in various fitness activities aboard military vessels, including rowing, deadlifts, and combat training techniques, fostering camaraderie and physical readiness.

U.S. Air Force, SSgt Erik Pacheco, 502d Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base-Fort Sam Houston, Participates in the Battle of The Badges events as part of the National Police Week hosted at JBSA-FSH. May 18, 2022, at JBSA-FSH, Texas.

220921-N-IX644-1066 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 21, 2022) Lt. Eric Brovarone, from Kingwood, Texas, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103, uses a rowing machine during the VFA-103 Warrior Challenge aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Sept. 21, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

220921-N-ET093-1023 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 21, 2022) Sailors assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 103, holds a deadlift during the VFA-103 Warrior Challenge aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Sept. 21, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group 10 and George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG). The squadrons of CVW-7 are VFA-86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Electronics Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121 Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46. The GHWBCSG is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

230328-N-IX644-1387 TYRRHENIAN SEA (March 28, 2023) Personnel Specialist 3rd Class Ruben Orozco, left, demonstrates apprehension techniques on Master-at-Arms 1st Class Donnie Newsome, both assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), during a security forces class, March 28, 2023. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Tyler Ash, a light armored reconnaissance crew Marine with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, bench presses during a corporal's course director's physical training event aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) in the South China Sea, Sept. 20, 2022. The Corporals Course Directors PT was a squad competition designed to create a sense of competitiveness amongst students. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

220906-N-ET093-1283 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 6, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Apprentice Joshua Rott, from Rockwood, Pennsylvania, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), performs a blocking technique during a security forces class, Sep. 6, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

230328-N-IX644-1312 TYRRHENIAN SEA (March 28, 2023) Quartermaster 3rd Class Jacob Renfrow, right, and BoatswainÕs Mate 3rd Class Jonathan Smallwood, both assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), demonstrate flanking techniques during a security forces class, March 28, 2023. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Milford Beagle, commanding general of the 10th Mountain Division, receives guidance from the 10th CAB H2F team on his running form Aug. 8, 2022 on Fort Drum, Ny. Maj. Gen. Beagle was accompanied by his aide and driver during the PT session.

U.S. Air Force, SSgt Erik Pacheco, 502d Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base-Fort Sam Houston, Participates in the Battle of The Badges events as part of the National Police Week hosted at JBSA-FSH. May 18, 2022, at JBSA-FSH, Texas.

CORONADO, Calif. (April 29, 2022) SEAL Team 5 members participate in a physical training event celebrating the 39th anniversary of the team at the Silver Strand Training Complex. 2022 marks the 60th Anniversary of the establishment of Navy SEAL Teams and, throughout the year, NSW will honor their unique heritage by showcasing those who paved the way and the high standards, unique capabilities, and diversity found across the SEAL community today.

220704-N-PA358-1087 ADRIATIC SEA (July 4, 2022) Sailors play dodgeball in the hangar bay of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), July 4, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Christopher J. Martin,an instructor with Marine Combatant Dive Detachment, Marine Aviation Training Support Group 21, Panama City, Florida, right, completes front squats during the Front Towards the Enemy event during the first Training and Education Command Fittest Instructor Competition at The Basic School on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, April 11, 2023. The Marines completed a set of three maximum weight front squats within 10 minutes and were scored in reference to their individual body weight.

220920-N-WD859-1242 ADRIATIC SEA (Sep. 20, 2022) Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Gabrela Lozano, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), participates in a squat challenge hosted by the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation division, Sep. 19, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

Soldiers from 1st Special Forces Group on Joint Base Lewis-McChord prepare the squat rack in between competitors at the 2022 Spring Olympics Competition at Carey Theater June 18.

Gunfighters compete during the Flex Squad Lift Off at Lackland AFB, San Antonio TX on May 21st, 2022.

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Permanent Contact Station (PCS) Shawnee poolees conduct physical training in Shawnee, OK, Dec. 29, 2022.

A Battery, 1st Battalion, 14th Field Artillery First Sgt. Rowdy Yates deadlifts with his soldiers during Friday morning battery physical training.

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Corps Recruiting District count locals pull ups at a static display during Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore, Maryland, Sept. 9, 2022. Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore is an annual public event that celebrates the contributions of the U.S. sea services and maritime capabilities from the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. More than 2,300 service members participated in Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore 2022 engaging and assisting with ship tours, live bands and static equipment displays.

U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Corps Recruiting District count locals pull ups at a static display during Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore, Maryland, Sept. 9, 2022. Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore is an annual public event that celebrates the contributions of the U.S. sea services and maritime capabilities from the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. More than 2,300 service members participated in Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore 2022 engaging and assisting with ship tours, live bands and static equipment displays.

220819-N-EJ241-2023DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory (Aug. 19, 2022) - Builder 3rd Class Anthony Sacco, a Seabee assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 4, competes during a monthly Captains Cup competition. Captain's Cup brings all commands together for a friendly competition to help build camaraderie and increase morale.

220907-N-XS877-6157 NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 7, 2022) Community volunteer Nicole Heathington from Granbury, Texas participates in the 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge on Sept. 7, 2022 onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Support Site. NSA Naples is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia.

Paratroopers assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, 82nd Airborne Division conduct a battalion run on Fort Bragg, NC, Aug. 5, 2022. Paratroopers recieved awards for work done both in Poland and in Garrison following the run.

221029-N-RC359-1078 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 29, 2022) Master-at-Arms 1st Class Edgardo Huertas, left, from Ponce, Puerto Rico, instructs Sailors on combat maneuvers during security training in the hangar bay aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 29. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

U. S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jeremy Rogers, a C-130 Hercules aircraft aerial spray aircraft maintainers, from the 910th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at Youngstown-Warren Air Reserve Station, Ohio, changes a spray nasal on a C130 aerial sprayer , on the runway of Stennis International Airport, Miss, on May 10, 2010. Members of the 910th Airlift Wing (AW) are in Mississippi to assist with the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The 910th AW specializes in aerial spray and is the Department of Defenses only large-area fixed-wing aerial spray unit.

LTC Monroe kicks off 3-6 ACS' new soldier and family fitness program, Squadron Strong. This new program is designed to build bonds and improve fitness during the squadron's rotation in support of Atlantic Resolve

CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (Jan. 28, 2022) - U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Antonio Fontenot, an Airman from Moreno Valley, Calif., who is attached to the 726th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron plays in a volleyball tournament championship game at the base gym. Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing support to ships, aircraft and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia. The base enables maritime and combat operations in the Horn of Africa while fostering positive U.S.-Africa relations. (U.S. Navy photo by Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Larry Nalley)

Spc. Ian Majerus, a Soldier with Company G, 132nd Brigade Support Battalion, deadlifts during the Best Warrior Competition at Fort McCoy, Wis., Apr 08, 2022. The State Best Warrior Competition tested the competing Soldiers on their basic Soldier skills to determine who will represent Wisconsin at the Regional Best Warrior Competition in May. (112th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment photo by Spc. Alexandra Behne)

Spc. Keith Dotson, a signal support system specialist assigned to 94th Army Air Missile Defense Command and a native from Poplarville, Mississippi, conducts a hand-release push-up June 5 during the Army Combat Fitness at Lightning Academy, Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, at the 2022 USARPACs Best Warrior Competition. The USARPAC BWC 2022 is an annual week-long competition consisting of competitors from multiple USARPAC units across the Indo-Pacific. The noncommissioned officers and junior enlisted Soldiers are evaluated in several categories such as general military knowledge, basic Soldier skills, and physical fitness. (U.S. Army photos by Sgt. 1st Class Monik Phan)

U.S. Army Sgt. Jameson Harris, Pfc. Nolan Brewer, and Sgt.1st Class Adriana Diaz-Brown from the 22nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment progressing through the "warrior" series at the Intrepid Spirit Center taught at Fort Bragg, N.C., Oct. 25, 2022. The Intrepid Spirit Center focuses on Soldiers with traumatic brain injuries utilizing holistic and multidisciplinary approaches.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Alex Pearson, a field artillery fire control Marine with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, bench presses during a corporal's course director's physical training event aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) in the South China Sea, Sept. 20, 2022. The Corporals Course Directors PT was a squad competition designed to create a sense of competitiveness amongst students. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 174th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, Ohio Army National Guard, compete in a tug of war game during the 1st Infantry Divisions Victory Action Wellness week at Forward Operating Site Adazi, Latvia, Aug. 4, 2022. 2nd Battalion, 174th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, is among other units assigned to the 1st Infantry Division, proudly working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America's forward deployed corps in Europe.

Soldier gets his height and weight measured, July 18 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii during the 2022 U.S. Army Pacific Best Squad Competition. The 2022 U.S. Army Pacific Best Squad Competition consists of multiple 5-Soldier squads from USARPAC units competing for the opportunity to represent USARPAC at the Department of the Armys competition. stations. The non-commissioned officers and junior enlisted will be assessed together in their ability to execute warrior tasks and battle drills, marksmanship and land navigation, and will be challenged to complete a mission as a squad.

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The 110th Wing Enlisted Advisory Council (EAC) hosted a 9/11 Remembrance Challenge at the 110th Wing, Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Battle Creek, Michigan, Sept. 11, 2022. Contestants participated in a relay race, tire flip challenge, M4 rifle break-down and assembly, Self-Aid and Buddy Care scenario, and Enlisted Force Development resource related questions.

The 110th Wing Enlisted Advisory Council (EAC) hosted a 9/11 Remembrance Challenge at the 110th Wing, Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Battle Creek, Michigan, Sept. 11, 2022. Contestants participated in a relay race, tire flip challenge, M4 rifle break-down and assembly, Self-Aid and Buddy Care scenario, and Enlisted Force Development resource related questions.

Joint Civilian Orientation Conference participants learn takedown maneuvers from combatives instructors, Oct. 25, 2022, at Fort Carson, Colo. Combatives demonstrate readiness by showing the competence to defeat adversaries in hand-to-hand combat.

ARABIAN SEA (Sept. 29, 2012) Ensign Joseph Balent, from Sherwood, Ark., practices baton strikes during oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray training on the flight deck aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66). Hue City is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

A U.S. service member deployed to Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, deadlifts during a three-day six-event U.S. Air Force versus U.S. Army spartan fitness competition, Oct. 1, 2022. During the Blue vs. Green competition, each side worked their cardio, core and muscle strength to win bragging rights and increase physical readiness. The Armys strong but the Air Force leads the way, winning five of the six events and tying one. The Airmen of the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing won the overall competition in a landslide victory.

1st Lt. Matthew Kenny, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, participated in the annual 4th Inf. Div. Best Ranger competition, and completed a three maximum repetition deadlift as part of the maximum strength test on Dec. 13, 2022, Fort Carson, Colorado. The competition challenges competitors to represent the 4th Inf. Div. to prepare for the Army's Best Ranger competition, during maximum effort events to identify the most physically capable, technically sound, tactically proficient and fit Soldier.

030917-F-1789V-002. Complete Scene Caption: US Air Force (USAF) MASTER Sergeant (MSGT) Cleveland Wiltz, 86th Medical Group (MDG), Ramstein Air Base (AB), Germany, goes past US Navy (USN) PETTY Officer Second Class (PO2) Ryan Hubbard, Navy Recruiting Center, Detroit, Michigan, for a touchdown during the RESCUER/MEDCEUR 03 Georgia Cup at Vaziani Military Base, country of Georgia. Air Force went on to beat Navy, 35-28. The US Armed Forces are here participating in RESCUER/MEDCEUR 03, a multinational exercise in the spirit of Partnership for Peace, enabling US personnel to train for contingency medical emergencies, with the added benefit of training the Georgian army on advanced medical techniques. RESCUER/MEDCEUR 03 is sponsored by the United States and hosted by the Country of Georgia. Base: Vaziani Military Base State: Tiblisi Country: Georgia (The Country) (GEO) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

221208-N-IX644-3021 IONIAN SEA (Dec. 8, 2022) Airman Joseph Parker, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) uses a rowing machine during a search and rescue qualification course, Dec. 8, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

220819-N-EJ241-1401DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory (Aug. 19, 2022) - Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Kade Bise, assigned to American Forces Network Diego Garcia, speaks with Sailors and Airmen assigned to U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia and several tenant commands through live radio broadcast coverage, during a monthly Captains Cup competition. Captain's Cup brings all commands together for a friendly competition to help build camaraderie and increase morale.

220714-N-QI593-1070 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (July 14, 2022) Sailors strike punching bags during security reaction-training on the aft missile deck aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, July 14, 2022. Bainbridge is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Jan. 20, 2023) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Jose Reyna uses a baton to strike a pad held by Machinist's Mate Fireman Mackenzie Foy (right) and Machinist's Mate 1st Class Romy Duran (left) after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray during USS Fort Lauderdale's (LPD 28) security reaction force basic (SRF-B) training at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. SRF-B is a two-week long, comprehensive course that provides baseline knowledge for Sailors to perform the role of sentry.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Justin Rigling, a fires direction controller with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, deadlifts during a corporal's course director's physical training event aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) in the South China Sea, Sept. 20, 2022. The Corporals Course Directors PT was a squad competition designed to create a sense of competitiveness amongst students. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Keith Scott, 60th Air Mobility Wing command chief, delivers remarks before the Prisoners of War and Missing in Action Memorial Run at Travis AFB, California, Sept. 15, 2022. POW/MIA Remembrance Day is recognized on the 3rd Friday in September every year. Travis AFB dedicated a week to honor prisoners of war, service members still missing and their families.

Raven student STAFF SGT. Patrick Morris jabs a bone-rattling hand check into a practice pad held by fellow trainee SENIOR AIRMAN Aaron Jones. Morris and Jones are attending the Phoenix Raven week-long course held at the Air Mobility Command's Air Mobility Warfare Center at Fort Dix, N.J. The course is designed to train elite security troops handpicked by Air Mobility Command. Exact Date Shot Unknown. Published in AIRMAN Magazine November 1997. Base: Mcguire Air Force Base State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220417-N-JU123-1096 IONIAN SEA (April 17, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) Airman Ricky Leulu, front, from Pago Pago, American Samoa, flakes out an arresting gear wire in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), April 17, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

Estrella Wolin gets instruction on the Army Combat Fitness Test deadlift during the 93rd Military Police Battalions “Crossed Pistols” event at Fort Bliss, Texas, March 31, 2022. As part of the event, thanks to experts from across the unit, spouses got the chance to spend the day on the 93rd MP Bn. footprint and experience a day in the life of their Soldier.

110425-N-RC734-114GULF OF ADEN (April 25, 2011) A U.S. Marine assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) practices soccer drills in the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45). Comstock is underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

220706-N-TT39-1277 SASEBO, Japan (July 6, 2022) - Fire Controlman 1st Class Viacheslav Svirsky, from Gomel, Belarus, right, administers oleoresin capsicum spray to Electronics Technician 3rd Class Alexis Bonilla, from Charlotte, North Carolina, both assigned to amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), during a non-lethal weapons certification in Sasebo, Japan, July 6, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

220922-N-TC847-1013 ADRIATIC SEA (Sept. 22, 2022) Boatswains Mate 2nd Class Ezequiel Cervantes, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), participates in a Morale, Recreation and Welfare-sponsored weight lifting challenge, Sept. 22, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

U.S. Soldiers assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Infantry Division Artillery, have an open discussion on honor at Forward Operating Site Adazi, Latvia, July 29, 2022. The 1st infantry Division Artillery is among other units assigned to the 1st Infantry Division, proudly working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America's forward deployed corps in Europe.

From left to right, Sgt. Ethan Catanach, an infantryman assigned to U.S. Army Alaska and a native from Colorado Springs, Colorado; Spc. Timothy West, an infantryman assigned to U.S. Army Alaska and a native from Kingwood, Texas; and Staff Sgt. Lucas Lock, a corrections/detention specialist assigned to 8th Theater Sustainment Command and a native from Beaufort, South Carolina, run 5k through the jungle June 8 at 25th Infantry Division's Lighting Academy, Schofield Barracks East Range, Hawaii, during the 2022 USARPACs Best Warrior Competition. The USARPAC BWC 2022 is an annual week-long competition consisting of competitors from multiple USARPAC units across the Indo-Pacific. The noncommissioned officers and junior enlisted Soldiers are evaluated in several categories such as general military knowledge, basic Soldier skills, and physical fitness.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Armando G. Lúgaro, a recruiter with Permanent Contact Station Mayagüez, counts the pull up repetitions for a student attending the Feria Seniors 2022 held at the Dr. Pedro Rosselló González Convention Center, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Oct. 18, 2022. The Marines of Recruiting Substation San Juan, RSS Ponce, and Marines recently graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, joined the event to present potential candidates with information regarding the Marine Corps. Feria Seniors is an event that allows students from all over Puerto Rico to meet different organizations and institutions prepared to help, plan, and prepare them for their future careers.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Joshua Chacon, a recruiter with Recruiting Station Chicago, delivers a speech after being presented with the Centurion Award June 4, 2022. The title "Centurion" is only awarded to Marines who write 100 or more contracts during their 36 months on recruiting duty.

A 730th Air Mobility Squadron air freight technician loads a pallet of fresh bread into an industrial refrigerator as part of Operation OKIDOUGH 2.0 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2022. The quick response from LRS and the 730th Air Mobility Squadron enables 32 Okinawan facilities to continue serving their local community including four commissaries and 13 Department of Defense Education Activity schools.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kyle Murphy, a field artillery fire control Marine with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, deadlifts during a corporal's course director's physical training event aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) in the South China Sea, Sept. 20, 2022. The Corporals Course Directors PT was a squad competition designed to create a sense of competitiveness amongst students. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

220415-N-WP389-1002 PORT HUENEME, Calif. (April 15, 2022) Cmdr. Andrew Olsen, commanding officer of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5, speaks to the Seabees before a Bee-Fit Challenge onboard Naval Base Ventura County Port Hueneme, California. The Bee-Fit Challenge was a collaboration of events hosted by the Drug and Alcohol Programs Advisors, the Suicide Prevention team, and the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team. The U.S. Navy Seabees with NMCB-5 are homeported out of Port Hueneme and train on high-quality construction, expeditionary logistics, and combat operations to execute construction and engineering projects for major combat operations, disaster response, and humanitarian assistance.

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 12, 2013) Quartermaster 3rd Class Frank P. Grossmann, right, competes against Operations Specialist 2nd Class Joel Padin during a chess tournament aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is the flagship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (15th MEU) is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

U.S. Navy Chief Hull Maintenance Technician Jacob Dowd, assigned to USS New Orleans (LPD 18), gives the command to squat during a weightlifting meet aboard LPD 18 in the Sea of Japan, Sept. 4, 2022. The 1,000 Pound Club is a weightlifting event where participants must lift a cumulative one thousand pounds in squat, bench, and deadlift. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.

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Marines run laps on the deck of the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Uziel Medrano, a motor transport operator with Support Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, runs with ammunition cans during a Mental Fitness Obstacle Course on Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 3, 2022. CLR-1 is holding the first ever Mental Fitness Obstacle Course in the Marine Corps. The event provides information on how a units Marines deal with different mental obstacles under physical stress. With this knowledge, unit training can be conducted based on the needs of the Marines.

U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Jason L. Morris, commanding general for Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego and the Western Recruiting Region, participates in the Boot Camp Challenge at MCRD San Diego, Oct. 22, 2022. For the past 20 years the Boot Camp Challenge has allowed the public to experience the professionalism and excellence of Marine Corps Drill Instructors while competing in a three-mile race.

Hortencia Burris, a military spouse, carries ammo cans during a modified Combat Fitness Test during a Spouse Warrior Day at Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 16, 2022. The purpose of the event was to allow military families to form relationships with one another as well as give back to those who support the unit. 3rd MLG, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward-deployed combat unit that serves as III Marine Expeditionary Forces comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.

221027-N-IX644-2297 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 27, 2022) Gunners Mate Seaman Maurice Rose, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), engages Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Seth Rester during a security forces class, Oct. 27, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Jan. 20, 2023) uses a baton to strike a pad after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray during USS Fort Lauderdale's (LPD 28)security reaction force basic (SRF-B) training at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. SRF-B is a two-week long, comprehensive course that provides baseline knowledge for Sailors to perform the role of sentry.

220630-N-FB730-1021 ADRIATIC SEA (June 30, 2022) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Konte Brown, from Columbia, South Carolina, does overhead tricep extensions in a gym aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 30, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to 3rd Infantry Division navigates the weaver obstacle during the Marne Week ARSOF Challenge at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Nov. 30, 2022. During this competition, teams conducted events under stressful conditions to simulate a day of assessment and selections of Army Special Operations Forces.

230407-N-CM110-1190 SAN DIEGO (April 7, 2023) - Aviation Boatswains Mate (Aircraft Handling) 1st Class Paul Salame, from Detroit, assigned to amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) participates in a non-lethal weapons certification April 7. Tripoli is an America-class amphibious assault carrier homeported in San Diego.

PEARL HARBOR (June 30, 2022) -Royal Malaysian Navy Sailors assigned to corvette KD Lekir (F-26) play a game of volleyball during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, June 30. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug 4 in and around Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

070131-N-3729H-064. Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

061023-N-0879R-003. Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

110726-N-WS082-001ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 26, 2011) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Chad Noss performs pushups during a divisional physical training routine in the well deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1). Wasp is underway conducting sea trials.

221015-N-VJ326-1346 PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 15, 2022) - Master Chief Navy Counselor Jason Caldera, from San Antonio, breakdances during a talent contest aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Oct. 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

Staff Sgt Tyler Haley, 13th Air Support Operations Squadron tactical air control party member, surveys his surroundings on Oct. 25, 2022, at Red Devil Drop Zone, Fort. Carson, Colorado. The 13th ASOS trained on enabling command and control for the developing innovative concept of employing precision strike teams in support of the Combined Forces Air Component Commanders priorities.

Jason Michaels, a magician with Operation Magic All Stars, performs a card trick, Oct. 13, 2022, assisted by a U.S. service member deployed to Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Operation Magic All Stars was brought to PSAB by Armed Forces Entertainment in coordination with the 378th Expeditionary Force Support Squadron. AFE and the 378th EFSS share a mission of raising troop morale and mental health within USCENTCOMs area of responsibility.

U.S. Navy EOD1 Clint Bailey, an explosive ordnance disposal technician assigned to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA), screens dirt during an underwater recovery mission in Wewak, Papua New Guinea on Sept. 13, 2022. DPAA personnel arrived to conduct an underwater excavation operation in an effort to find a U.S. aircraft crew lost over Papua New Guinea during World War II. DPAA's mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for missing and unaccounted-for U.S. personnel to their families and the nation.

U.S. Air Force Chief Jeff Stout of the 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron runs while carrying the Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) flag during a 24 hour remembrance run for those who were prisoners of war and those who are still missing in action, Sept. 16, 2022 at Łask Air Base, Poland. The 90th EFS forward deployed to Poland in support of NATOs Air Shielding mission to enhance the defense posture on NATOs eastern flank. 43 men and women of the 90th carried the flag for more than 160 miles over the 24 hour period to demonstrate that the American prisoners of war and missing in action are not forgotten.

A U.S. Marine Corps student with Recruiters School, Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, conducts dumbbell squats during a mock pool function physical training event at MCRD San Diego, April 12, 2022. The Basic Recruiter Course offers the basic skills and knowledge in order to develop their ability to influence young men and women to select the Marine Corps as a career opportunity.

221202-N-TC847-1198 ADRIATIC SEA (Dec. 2, 2022) Quartermaster 3rd Class Cayce Elliston, assigned to the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), participates in security reaction force basic training, Dec. 2, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

PEARL HARBOR (July 1, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) play a game of softball with Royal Canadian Navy Sailors during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

U.S. Marine Corps Col. David M. Banning, commanding officer of Headquarters and Support Battalion, Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Marine Corps Installation Pacific, finishes the Memorial Day 5k Fun Run at Gunner's Gym, Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, on May 28, 2022. The Memorial Day 5k Fun Run is an annual event held by Marine Corps Community Services to honor fallen U.S. service members in the line of duty.

040115-F-9871C-021. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Baghdad International Airport Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

050904-A-1327A-041. Base: Forward Operating Base Salerno State: Khowst Country: Afghanistan (AFG) Scene Major Command Shown: Northeast

020210-F-6911G-001. Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR)

Norfolk (September 21, 2022). Chief Petty Officer selectees assigned to USS Gravely (DDG-107) compete in the cadence and guidon competition as part of the 21st Annual Chief Petty Officer Heritage Days event. The event was hosted by the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, and allowed CPO selectees from the Hampton Roads, Virginia area to receive history and heritage training aboard the Battleship Wisconsin and at the museum. The event is the largest and longest running of its kind in Virginia. (US Navy Photo by Max Lonzanida/Released).

220629-N-MR124-1104 PEARL HARBOR (June 29, 2022) Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) shake hands with Sailors from Royal Australian Navy landing helicopter dock HMAS Canberra (L02) after the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 basketball tournament. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

230118-N-FJ237-1080 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 18, 2023) U.S. Navy Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Ryan Klix, left, from St. Peters, Mo., and Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Johnathan Abrams, from Enterprise, Ala., inspect an aircraft for corrosion in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is in U.S. 7th Fleet conducting routine operations. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Soldiers assigned to 16th Combat Aviation Brigade competed in the unit's 2022 Best Warrior Competiton at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., April 6-7, 2022. 16th CAB conducted the competition to identify the best Soldier and NCO to represent the unit at the 7th Infantry Division Best Warrior Competition April 20-22, 2022.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Kevin El, from Long Beach, California, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) air department, holds up a triage card identifying simulated injuries during a mass casualty drill, Sept. 20, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and workups for a scheduled deployment this fall.

221209-N-SN516-1658 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2022) U.S. Navy Ensign Kieran Maynard, from Narragansett, R.I., uses self-defense techniques during the final evaluation in a security reaction force basics course aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73). Decatur, part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, is currently underway conducting routine operations.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Tyrus Fantroy, assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Infantry Division Artillery, catches the football during a game of ultimate football at Forward Operating Site Adazi, Latvia, July 29, 2022. The 1st infantry Division Artillery is among other units assigned to the 1st Infantry Division, proudly working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America's forward deployed corps in Europe.

Students from local North Carolina high schools try on night vision goggles during Meet Your Army Day on Fort Bragg, NC, Sept. 15, 2022. Meet Your Army Day gave potential recruits an opportunity to learn about various career fields and opportunities for personal and professional development in the U.S. Army. (U.S. Army photos by Spc. Jasmalyn Sihakhom.)

BOSTON (Oct. 18, 2022) Joe Cardona, New England Patriots long snapper, fires the gun aboard USS Constitution. USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ships wooden hull.

NAPLES, ITALY -- Rear Adm. Brad Collins, commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (EURAFCENT) recovers from being dunked at the command picnic, Oct. 6, 2022. Navy Region EURAFCENT oversees nine installations in seven countries, enabling U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed, in order to ensure security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Michael L. McLaughlin, command sergeant major of 1st Infantry Division Artillery, throws a pass during a game of ultimate football at Forward Operating Site Adazi, Latvia, July 29, 2022. The 1st infantry Division Artillery is among other units assigned to the 1st Infantry Division, proudly working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America's forward deployed corps in Europe.

U.S. Army soldiers from 2nd Cavalry Regiment perform a tire flip during physical fitness training at Rose Barracks, Vilseck, Germany, Feb. 7, 2013.

2022 Department ofDefense Warrior GamesHosted by the U.S. Army, the 2022 Warrior Games will take place at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort from August 19-28, celebrating the resiliency and dedication of wounded, ill, and injured active duty and veteran U.S. military service members.AFW2 is a Congressionally-mandated, federally-funded program that provides personalized care, services and advocacy to seriously or very seriously wounded, ill or injured Total Force recovering service members and their Caregivers and families. AFW2 focuses on specific personal and family needs and includes programs that cover a gamut of situations throughout the recovery process and beyond.

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