Thursday Health.mil News Round-Up: Medical personnel at Warrior Games find inspiration in the athletes they treat; 2015 Warrior Games: Resilient Archers Face Unexpected Conditions, Competition; Pro quarterback says ‘get out of your comfort zone’ for better health

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06/25/2015
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Medical personnel at Warrior Games find inspiration in the athletes they treat

Like any good athlete, Army Reserve Spc. Sydney Davis goes through a “pregame” ritual. As the Parker, Colorado, medical lab technician prepares for her turn at archery during the Warrior Games at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, she puts on headphones and closes her eyes in concentration, checks out her bow, and goes through the motions of what she’ll do once on the line. A step in the process includes a visit with her physical therapist.

 

 

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2015 Warrior Games: Resilient Archers Face Unexpected Conditions, Competition

Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Waugh and Marine Sgt. Clayton McDaniel arrived at the 2015 Warrior Games in Quantico, Virginia, not knowing what to expect. Facing a competition that includes the best of the best from the Air Force, Navy, Marines, Army and Special Operations Command, and in conditions much different than where they trained, Waugh and McDaniel knew resilience would play a large part in the games.

 

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Pro quarterback says ‘get out of your comfort zone’ for better health

Joining The UltimateMe PALA+ Challenge shows your family and community that you take your health seriously—and that you’re not afraid to get out of your comfort zone and make real lifestyle changes. It can be daunting to change your routine, but those of you who’ve already joined the Challenge are learning that it’s even more rewarding. Increased physical activity and better nutrition don’t just equal a stronger body, but a richer life.

 

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