EST. 2012
FEB. 2017
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
INSIDE: MKI Celebrates Black History Month / #1 Cal Lab / Halfway Half Marathon / Commander in Chief Q&A
COMMANDING OFFICER Capt. Mark A. Melson EXECUTIVE OFFICER Capt. David M. Oden COMMAND MASTER CHIEF MCPO(SW/AW) Larry A. Lynch PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Lt. David Gardner DEPUTY PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER MCC(SW/AW) James Thierry MEDIA LEADING PETTY OFFICER MC1(SW/AW) Larry Carlson LAYOUT EDITOR MC2(SW/AW/IW) Dennis Grube STAFF MC1(NAO/AW) Mathew Diendorf MC1(SW/EXW) Jason Perry MC2(SW/AW) Robin Peak MC3 Eric Zeak MC3 Devin Langer MC3 Clark Lane MC3 Asher Allen
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On The Cover (Clockwise) Vice Adm. Samuel Gravely, BMCM Carl Brashear, FLTCM April Beldo (ret.), Adm. Michelle Howard
Photo of the Month By Petty Officer 3rd Class Devin Langer “MV-22B Osprey”
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FEATURE
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Commander in Chief A look inside the mind of gscs furr on presidents day
Celebrating a blended Navy culture and becoming better every day
MM3 Torian Sales Cal Lab
Marathon by: ensign van beek
NEWSWORTHY
Febr #1 Cal Lab
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HEADLINE
bruary 9 Letter to the CFL Corner 17 Editor 18 Black History Month Recognizing african americans in Navy history
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Gauging Excellence Makin Island Calibration Lab Sets the Standard
Story by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer
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he calibration lab aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) recently earned the title of number one calibration lab among all amphibious ships in the fleet, according to the Navy’s Measure Operational Control Center (MOCC). Operated by the ship’s Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD), the calibration lab achieved an overall rating of 98% calibration readiness. MOCC determines ratings based on a review of each ship’s weekly readiness reports. “We strive for 100% all the time,” said Maintenance Officer Lt. Cmdr. Paul Douvier, from Albany, Minn. “We couldn’t be number one without that attitude. I am very proud of our cal team on board.” Shipboard calibration labs ensure that all test equipment, from pressure gauges, multi-meters and signal generators to spectrum analyzers, torque wrenches and power supplies, are adjusted correctly to ensure the accuracy of their measurements. Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Brandon Hunter, from Elgin, S.C., said he enjoys the satisfaction he gets from working in the calibration lab. “My favorite thing is fixing something so we can give it back to the work-center in a better condition,” said Hunter. “I am able to contribute to a ship-wide program that matters to the Navy.” Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Jesse Knecht, from Cincinnati, credits much of the work center’s success to the professional working relationship among the Sailors and Marines. “Everyone in the calibration lab has a strong suit,” Knecht explained, “but we’re successful because everyone’s willing to share their unique knowledge and experiences to accomplish the mission.” Hunter echoed the idea. “We learn from one another,” he said. “Over time, our experience has helped us better the calibration lab.” Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Carlos Meza from Anaheim, Calif., explained that a proactive and organized approach is critical in managing a program responsible for the calibration of more than 5,000 individual items. Careful planning, he said, helps ensure all items are logged with a work order and calibrated prior to their due date. Machinist’s Mate 3rd Class Torion Sales, from Huntsville, Ala., a member of the calibration lab, said the right mindset is just as
important as the right tools when it comes to doing a job well. “I enjoy knowing that my job contributes directly to the ship’s ability to complete the mission,” said Sales. “I always try to maintain a very positive attitude, and that helps me get my work done to the best of my ability.” The Makin Island calibration lab receives results weekly from MOCC, announcing its calibration readiness and ranking among the fleet. As the ship continues through the second half of deployment to the U.S. 3rd, 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operation, Hunter said he’s confident the calibration team will continue setting the standard.
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Makin Island Celebrates Halfway Mark with Steel Beach Picnic Story by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Clark Lane
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ailors and Marines aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) held an at-sea cookout, or steel beach picnic, Feb. 6, to celebrate the halfway point of their 7-month deployment to the U.S. 3rd, 7th and 5th Fleet areas of operation. The ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation program coordinated the event, which was Makin Island’s first steel beach picnic since departing San Diego last October. More than 1,100 Sailors aboard, along with more than 1,300 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Marines, have been operating in U.S. 5th Fleet in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts since late November. “The steel beach picnic is a great way to take a timeout and tell the crew what a great job they’re doing and recognize all their hard work,” said Commanding Officer Capt. Mark A. Melson. “I’m very proud of what we’ve accomplished thus far in our deployment, and this team deserves an afternoon to unwind and enjoy some good food, music and company.” Music echoed throughout the ship’s hangar bay while Sailors and Marines played games, including corn hole and giant-sized Jenga, and enjoyed grilled burgers, chicken, and hotdogs with all the traditional picnic-style sides. “The cooks did an amazing job, and the food was delicious,” said Personnel Specialist Seaman Deidra Sablan, from Phoenix. “The whole event was a success and a well-deserved change of pace.” Some members of the crew couldn’t resist the urge to dance
to the music. Others played friendly games of catch, and some simply took advantage of an opportunity to relax in civilian clothes and socialize with their comrades for an afternoon. “I had a blast at the picnic,” said Cpl. Anthony Maltese, from Long Island, N.Y. “My favorite part was just getting to toss a football around with my buddies. It’s been a long time since I’ve been able to do that.” After an afternoon of good food, friends and music, Makin Island Sailors and Marines sealed three-and-a-half months of hard work, recharged and eager to make the second half of deployment go as quickly, and successfully, as the first.
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presidents day
Q+A
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with a presidential history buff and advocate for reading
What is Presidents Day?
It’s a celebration of the fact that we’ve had 45 presidents. It’s putting one man in office peacefully for more than 200 years. Each one has their own characteristics, their own personal point of view, their own success and way of handling things. They’re each unique, and they each bring a story to the American presidency.
SENIOR CHIEF GAS TURBINE SYSTEM TECHNICIAN
Dale Furr
February brings everyone’s favorite holiday: Presidents Day. Okay, maybe not most people’s favorite. The holiday doesn’t seem to get as much love as Valentine’s Day or even pop up like Groundhog Day. Wanting to get into the spirit of Presidents Day, I sat down with GSCS Dale Furr to discuss some of our presidents and what we can do to honor them.
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How did you become interested in history and do you consider yourself a history buff?
Yes, it’s safe to say I’m a history buff. I enjoy reading all things history. I like the idea of looking back and studying different things – where we’ve come from. People have written things down in the past and they’re talking to you in the present. It’s a way of looking back in time to see their perspective, their point of view, and understand some of the problems they were dealing with. Why people are what they are today.
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Not more attention, no, but not because I don’t think people should be interested in presidential history. I think it’s great to honor our Commanders in Chief, but if you want to learn about our past presidents, you don’t need a specific day to do that. You can learn about the great things they’ve done any day of the year, not just Presidents Day.
Have there been Presidents that served in the Navy?
I think there were six in the Navy, but advocates for the Navy started with George Washington. He said we wouldn’t be able to get anything done without a Navy. Both Teddy and Franklin Roosevelt were Assistant Secretaries of the Navy. Bush senior, Jimmy Carter, Ford, Nixon, LBJ, and Kennedy were all in the Navy. They understood the impact on the world and how we would be disadvantaged without a strong naval presence.
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Theodore Roosevelt (1882-1886)
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Do you think Presidents day deserves more attention?
How did you learn all this?
When you come up through school, high school or college, people talk about linear history. You learn just American history or about one certain thing or age. They fail to teach the overall history. Take the War of 1812 for instance. We’re fighting the English up in Canada. Our fleet is going all over the place, but what else is going on at the same time? What’s the rest of the world doing? Napoleon and France are also wrapped up with the English, so how does that affect us? What’s the bigger picture? Teaching bits and pieces is like getting one M&M, or one Pringle. Who eats one potato chip? The thing was, the interest was sparked. World War II was the first thing that interested me. My uncle flew in the war. When he was lost, that sparked an interest in history, and that interest didn’t go away. The more I read about that time period, my curiosity expanded. I read and read. I’ve got about three-thousand books at home.
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What are you reading now?
I’m reading Seafaring Women. There’s a lot of stories about the Navy and its ships and the experiences of men and the superstitions of women at sea. Great stories – women who took on the challenges. There’s a lot of history about people who should have a lot more written about them. Ask yourself, what impacts you in your everyday life? These questions come up in my head and I think, let’s go read and find out about it. So few things have been written about women and the sailing tradition, I’m bound to learn something. Samuel Clemmons said, “The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who can’t.” I learned from reading and studying, and I would encourage others to do so. It doesn’t have to be a book. Read a magazine, something from somebody else’s perspective. Learn something new.
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Do you have a favorite President?
I’m amazed by several of our presidents. There are a couple that were just fantastic. Some of the ones who are mentioned most, unfortunately, caused a lot of pain and suffering. So ones like Andrew Jackson who pushed into Native American land, Truman using the atom bomb on Japan – that took a lot of guts. Those are not my favorite. Franklin Roosevelt was a very popular president in difficult times. You don’t get elected to four terms by accident. Some would say Regan didn’t do a lot for the economy, but he made us feel safe. I’d say Thomas Jefferson is my favorite president. He was very inspirational. He understood the importance of Church and State, and he tried to keep that separation complete. The Louis and Clark expedition was under Jefferson. The results were huge. The Smithsonian came of that and knowledge about science in general. He drafted some of the most inspired documents the U.S., or any government for that matter, has seen and been able to pull off. The United States has taken those documents and kept them in effect over the course of time. No other country has a document like ours – the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Yes, there’s freedom in other countries, but the establishment that those documents created, that’s what’s special. If I had to pick a president that had most of his ducks in a row, it was Thomas Jefferson, but I’m sure someone would say he had his ups and downs.
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Is there anything else you wish people knew about presidential history?
There’s a lot of unique small things that are fun to know. You can find a lot of stuff on the internet. One time, I went to the Mutter Museum. It’s a physician’s museum in Philly. It has extreme displays. One of them was a cancerous tumor that was removed from Taft. In order to hide the fact that he was having the surgery, he took a yacht, got underway, and conducted the surgery on the yacht. They did the procedure at sea. In case he hadn’t survived, they would’ve called it an accident – something about being underway. When they pulled back in, he had recovered and nobody knew about the tumor. Pretty interesting. The physicians knew and they saved the tumor. Eventually it got out and they talked about the challenges of the procedures. Another interesting fact is that Kennedy was the only Catholic president we had. That angered a lot of people. I wish people would know presidential history like they know sports statistics. You have some of these people who will tell you about a running back from five years ago, and it means absolutely nothing to the world, but they can’t tell you when the president signed a certain bill into law. For example, when the president signed a bill into law legalizing interracial marriage. I would not have been able to marry my wife in 1967 because she’s Chinese. These type of things that affect your everyday life should be of interest. People are interested in the wrong things. They know football scores and baseball stats, but they don’t know basic history or half the things Thomas Jefferson accomplished. Then they go home and waste their time with video games and move on with life. I don’t mind having fun every now and then, and I don’t mind getting silly every now and then. I’ve done some silly things. But when it’s time to put down the video games, I have to read and learn something because what kind of example am I setting for my children? What kind of habits am I teaching them for their future? Teaching bits and pieces is like getting one M&M, or one Pringle. Who eats one potato chip? The thing was, the interest was sparked. World War II was the first thing that interested me. My uncle flew in the war. When he was lost, that sparked an interest in history, and that interest didn’t go away. The more I read about that time period, my curiosity expanded. I read and read. I’ve got about three-thousand books at home.
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Interview conducted by
Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric Zeak
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All America
Makin Island Celebrates Black History Month Story by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Dennis Grube
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n a normal afternoon aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), the hangar bay operates as a living organism of yellow and blue blurs racing to move aircraft, green coveralls working on the rotors of an MV-22B Osprey, red coveralls rushing to the next damage control drill and a flurry of assorted hues like a forest in autumn. However, on this humid Thursday afternoon, there were no distinct colors; only a melting pot of culture gathered together to celebrate a common cause. Sailors and Marines of the Makin Island Diversity Committee held an observance for African American/ Black History Month in the ship’s hangar bay, Feb. 23. “One thing I love about the Navy and, in this case, Black History Month is how all of our different cultural groups come together as one,” said Commanding Officer Capt. Mark A. Melson. “For this reason, I really appreciate the hard work that was put into this ceremony because events like this educate us to move forward and become better every single day.” Members of the crew shared Melson’s sentiments on the importance of a blended culture coming together in a single uniform for a common cause. “The Navy, and military as a whole, is a diverse population consisting of different religions, cultures, races, and more,” said Lt. Cmdr. John W. Weaver, the ship’s training officer. “We have to be accepting of all regardless of one’s individual backgrounds or color, especially when living in confined quarters and having to depend on each other for mission accomplishment.” Aerographer’s Mate 3rd Class Jayla Nelson, from Shreveport,
La., sang “Lift Every Voice,” the adopted official song of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, more commonly known as the “Negro National Anthem.” “The song means a lot to my history, so to be able to share it with the crew was a special moment for me,” Nelson said. “I was honored to be able to contribute to the ceremony.” Nelson’s performance was followed by a light-hearted, informational black history trivia video, poetry readings, and a step dance performance, putting on display the talents and culture of black history performed by members of the crew. Gunnery Sgt. Elwood Grant, a Marine assigned to the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and the master-of-ceremonies for the event, described the South African origins of the dance, and explained how gold mine workers developed
the rhythmic art form as a way to communicate discreetly. “We decided to implement the gum boot dance in the ceremony as a way to educate and immerse the crew in another culture’s way of communication and entertainment,” said Ship’s Serviceman 2nd Class Zemario Sheppard, from Sacramento, Calif., referencing the boots worn by workers who originated the dance. “Even though the origins stretch
back to Africa, these dances are still performed and kept alive on college campuses around the country.” The event’s guest speaker, Makin Island’s Senior Medical Officer Cmdr. Karlwin Matthews, from Sacramento, Calif., followed the performance and emphasized the ability and power of every individual to make a difference.
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A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work. -Colin Powell
“You can be everything to someone,” Matthew said. “You can be a great leader, preacher, civil rights activist, and national hero such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a diplomat like Frederick Douglas, or Supreme Court justice such as Thurgood Marshall. You could be a highly decorated and respected military leader like retired fourstar Gen. Colin Powell. You could even be a leader of free men and women, of a nation, like former President Barack Obama.” “However, I say you don’t have to be someone famous and powerful to make a difference. You can make a difference right now,” said Matthews, “but to do so you have to have desire and will to put in the time, effort and sacrifice.” Matthews concluded with a call to action before the crew departed for a cake cutting. “As Gen. Powell once stated, ‘A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work,’” quoted Matthews. “We have come a long way, not just black America, but all America. We still have much work to do, so let’s get to work!”
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Get Smart MKI Offers PMK Training
Story by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric Zeak To help Sailors prepare for their upcoming advancement exams, USS Makin Island (LHD 8) held professional military knowledge training in the ship’s classroom throughout February. Advancement exams feature 150 rating-specific questions and 25 Navy knowledge questions. Basic military requirements cover topics such as regulations, customs and courtesies, and history, which promote overall professional military knowledge and aid in career development. Chief Yeoman Darrin Glover, from Cullen, La., coordinated the training sessions and said deployed Sailors can adopt a daily routine that doesn’t always include study time. “We’re trying to change that by offering a set time every day for training,” said Glover. “I hope Sailors gain some knowledge 15 ati
that they can use everyday, and if it helps them get advanced, then that’s even better.” Religious Programs Specialist Seaman Christopher Corbin, from Palm Desert, Calif., was one of several Makin Island Sailors to attend the training and said he’s confident the classes will help him perform well on the upcoming exam. “I’ve learned new information and been able to brush up on some of the things I’ve forgotten,” said Corbin, after attending a class on leadership. “I especially liked the leadership training. I want to keep attending the sessions because that kind of stuff will be helpful throughout my career.” According to Glover, the command had a pretty respectable advancement rate last year and he looks to improve upon last year’s
numbers. Four-hundred eighty-nine Sailors will take the exams this cycle, which begin the first week of March. “With a strong classroom training program in place, along with all the on-the-job training our Sailors have had during deployment, I expect we’ll have a really successful advancement season,” added Glover. Advancement-eligible Makin Island Sailors will take the exam while the ship finishes up nearly five months of operations in U.S. 5th Fleet, supporting maritime security operations aimed at reassuring allies and partners and preserving freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region.
Halfway Home Half Marathon
Story by Ensign Julia Van Beek
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ailors and Marines deployed aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) participated in a halfmarathon on the ship’s flight deck, Feb. 13, to commemorate the halfway point of their 7-month deployment to the U.S. 3rd, 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operation. The ship’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) team hosted the event, and more than 130 Sailors and Marines took part in the run, completing 42 laps around the ship’s 847-foot flight deck in order to reach the 13.1-mile goal. Ensign Kayla Inouye said she was excited to hear about the event, and she was one of several runners who began preparing weeks in advance for her first half-marathon. “I saw it as the perfect opportunity to start training for my selfbetterment,” she said. Aviation Boatswain’s Mate Chief Petty Officer Fernando Diaz, Makin Island’s flight deck Leading Chief Petty Officer and MWR staff member, explained that careful planning went into making the half-marathon a possibility and to make sure the event did not interfere with the ship’s operations. “Several aircraft had to be repositioned in order to provide a clear and safe area for the runners. It took the entire air department, the whole MWR team, and several volunteers to make it such a successful event.” The run also served as a qualifying event for those interested
in participating in a full marathon which MWR intends to host mid-April, as the ship makes the return trip to its homeport in San Diego, Calif. All Sailors and Marines who completed the half-marathon in less than 2:30:00 – an average pace of about 11.5 minutes-per-mile – secured a spot on the roster for the full marathon. Lt. Larry Clemente placed second in the half-marathon and is looking forward to the upcoming 26-miler. “Running any marathon is a challenge, so doing one on the flight deck of our ship on deployment adds to the prestige and accomplishment.” Makin Island’s Executive Officer Capt. Dave Oden also completed the Makin Island “Halfway at the Halfway.” “Hosting such an event is a great way to harness crew morale, as we are still a few months away from returning home,” he said. “It also allows Sailors and Marines to strive for personal goals and give their minds a break from the constant working environment.” Makin Island, the flagship of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts, while preserving freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the area.
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EDITOR
LETTER TO THE
MCC James Thierry deputy pao/media division lcpo
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Good morning self, As I woke up this morning, from what has become the norm of very uncomfortable, not-so-great sleep, I realized I am midway through what will more than likely be my last deployment in this great Navy. Generally, it is around this time that you start to think about the previous port visits (or lack thereof), and the return to home to the families and friends that you kissed goodbye what seems like forever ago. For me it is a look back at a career, one that has taken me from reconnaissance photographer to public affairs and everything in between. I have had the opportunity to see this great world from one corner to the other. If you asked me to name all of the places I have been it would probably read like a Travel Channel special on the wonders of the world. I never would have thought that I would have been able to directly serve two Presidents, visit the Great Wall of China, or literally do an all out sprint with a sixty-pound video camera through the Kremlin and the Forbidden City within a week of each other. As I look back, this is much more than I ever would have imagined, coming from a landlocked city like Las Vegas, Nevada.
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A Chief’s Reflection
Now, I am not that Sailor who knew from the age of nine that he wanted to be in the Navy, nor do I come from a Navy family. I joined the Navy more than 23 years ago as a kid who just wanted to get out of Las Vegas. If you had asked me the day I joined the Navy what the Navy’s mission was, I would not have been able to tell you. As I remember it, I did not know much more than what I had seen in “Top Gun.” I have spent my entire adult life in the Navy. The Navy has given me the opportunity to have all that is important to me, a loving family, an education, and a steady job at the very least. I know that at some point in the near future my career and time in this great Navy will come to an end. I will have to finally move on to the next stage in my life. It may be this year or the next few years. Only the powers that be know the answer to that question right now. I don’t know where I would be if I had not joined the Navy, but I know that I would not have been privilege to most of those things, if not all of them, if I had not joined the Navy. I tell you all this to say I am truly grateful for all that we have accomplished through the years; however, I see the light and the light is bright!
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Stay the course of physical excellence
Let’s be honest, Makin Island is the cleanest ship in the fleet, but sometimes germs just don’t care. We each need to do everything we can to protect ourselves and one another, so here’s a quick, two-part process to increase your chances of staying healthy and mission ready! Part 1: Sweat the bad stuff! Spending at least 20 minutes each day on cardio is a great place to start when trying to prevent illness. Exercise can reduce your stress-related hormones (stress can hamper your immune system, making it easier to get sick). What you do is up to you, just be sure to keep your body moving and your heart-rate up! If you’re already sick, exercise might still offer some symptomatic relief, however, it’s important to remember that going to the gym when you’re sick means you’ll likely be spreading your germs (and your sickness) to your shipmates, which is never desirable. If you aren’t feeling 100% and think a workout might help, consider foregoing the gym until you feel better and opt for a light flight deck jog. It’s the polite thing to do, and your shipmates will appreciate it. Part 2: Flush it out! We hear it all the time, we know we’re supposed to, so why is it so hard for some of us drink enough water? Here are a few reasons you may want to up your intake of good ol’ H2O. Water helps your body absorb nutrients by softening up and helping process the things you eat (which can help you kick the bad stuff out before your body can soak up too much of it). Hydration also helps your kidneys filter the waste out of your body. So you see, a good flow of water can (in a round about way) really help you flush it out.
Already sick? Drinking water can help cut down your congestion and make it easier to hack out all the crud. On top of that, when you’re sick, your body finds many ways to use up the water in your system, meaning it’s a whole lot easier to become dehydrated. Know what that means? Yup. Chug-a-lug. So with all this goodness that comes from drinking water, why don’t many of us drink enough? For one thing, it’s easy to get caught up in a daily routine that doesn’t include ample hydration. Here are a couple suggestions for that: 1. Set a timer on your watch to go off every hour. When you hear the beep, take a water break (8 ounces at a time is a good goal). 2. Get a 64-ounce water bottle that you can see through. Next, mark lines on the bottle with a Sharpie, splitting it into eight equal sections. Sip on it throughout the day, trying to make sure that every hour you can get the water level down to the next line. If you fall behind a little, you can always catch up. How much water do I need? A good rule of thumb is eight 8-ounce classes, or 64 ounces, a day. But your individual requirements may vary from this. If you sweat a lot during the day, you probably need more than that. A good way to tell if you’re properly hydrated is the color of your urine. Bright yellow? You’re dehydrated, drink up. Pale yellow? Better, keep drinking. Clear? Nice job! You’re hydrated. Also, keep drinking. Of course none of this is a fail-safe when it comes to preventing illness, but it’s a really good place to start, so remember, sweat the bad stuff and flush it out!
Sweat the Bad Stuff Contributed by: Asst. Command Fitness Leader AO1 Adam Deboer
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