COMMIT – STAY FIT!

Army Soldiers, units, Families and communities – they all work better when they’re fit. That doesn’t happen by accident. It takes commitment. And you can do it!

Commit to Staying Fit this May
with the 12th Anniversary of STRONG B.A.N.D.S. 

STRONG B.A.N.D.S. – STRONG Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength – promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate Army Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians to get and stay fit.

Commit today! Get stronger and faster. Eat right. Join garrison fitness and wellness opportunities. Learn more about how to improve your body, mind and total health.

Tell your friends and Family about STRONG B.A.N.D.S., and invite them to make the commitment, too!

Check out the fitness and nutrition resources we have put together from Human Performance Resources (HPRC) and the Exchange's BE FIT program and get started today!

Human Performance Resources (HPRC) by CHAMP, is a DoD initiative that provides evidence-based information that empowers members of the military community to be physically and mentally fit, fuel and hydrate properly, maintain social ties, and stay resilient—all pieces of the puzzle that make up Total Force Fitness. 

STRONG B.A.N.D.S. Month in May at USAG Bavaria in Hohenfels

"TWO WHEEL TUESDAYS" MOUNTAIN BIKING
May 2, 16 and 30: 5 p.m., Hohenfels Outdoor Recreation, BH15
Experience riding a bicycle on different off-road trails
$15 includes bike rental, safety equipment and instruction

FINANCIAL FITNESS CHECK-UP CLASS
May 10 and 24: 1 p.m., ACS Training Room, B10
This class can help you conduct a "check-up" on your financial health by utilizing the Financial Well-Being Assessment. It will help you determine next steps towards your financial goals including building savings, investing, paying down debt, improving your credit, and more. FREE, register by calling 522-4860.

USA SOFTBALL UMPIRES CLINIC & SCRIMMAGE GAME
May 10-13, Rodney J. Harris Sports & Fitness Center, free to participate
Spend three days learning game prep and lineup management, umpire mechanics and signals, field work, plate and base mechanics and scorekeeping. On Saturday, get game certified at the scrimmage. USA Softball umpires are nationally recognized as the best trained and proficient in the sport.

1K FAMILY FUN RUN/WALK
May 26: 10 a.m., Hohenfels Sportsplatz, FREE to participate

500lb/1000lb CLUB CHALLENGE
May 20: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., free to participate
Test your strength with the 500lb/1000lb Club Challenge! Participants have three attempts to lift their maximum weight in the back squat, bench press and deadlift. The goal is to lift a combined total of 1,000 pounds for males and 500 pounds for females. Free t-shirt when you reach the weight! Register by May 17. Sign-up in person at the Rodney J. Harris Sports and Fitness Center. Open to U.S. ID card holders 15+

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LEARN TO BOWL CLASS FOR ADULTS
May 3, 10, 24 and 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Bowling & Entertainment Center, B14
$25 per person for the class, includes lane fee, shoe rental and instruction