USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71 )
ROUGH RIDER December 8, 2017
IN THIS EDITION
Ship Shape
Indians' Change of Command
CONTENTS
STAFF COMMANDING OFFICER Capt. Carlos A. Sardiello EXECUTIVE OFFICER Capt. Fred Goldhammer COMMAND MASTER CHIEF CMDCM Andrew Frederick PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Lt. Cmdr. Beth Teach
On the Cover The aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) transits the Arabian Gulf. Photo by MC3 Austin R. Clayton.
SENIOR EDITORS MCCS Misty Flynn MCC Jay Pugh
Shipe Shape The inside scoop on the six-week weight management program aboard the TR
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Photos of the Week Pg.4
Highlighted photos from TR's Media Department
Indians Change Command The Screamin' Indians of HSC-6 change command at sea
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ASST. PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Lt. j.g. Brittany Stephens
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EDITORS MC1 Michael Russell MC1 John Hetherington MC2 Jason Pastrick MC3 Alex Perlman ROUGH RIDER CONTRIBUTORS MC2 Matthew Fairchild MC3 Jimmi Lee Bruner MC3 Victoria Foley MC3 Alex Perlman MC3 Spencer Roberts MC3 Rachael Treon MM3 Andrew Langholf MCSN Michael Colemanberry MCSN Michael Hogan COMMAND OMBUDSMAN
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'ShipShape' Shapes Sailors
Story by MC3 Rachael Treon USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs et ready, get fit, get healthy! USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) welcomes ShipShape, the Navy’s official weight management program. The program presents a healthy and permanent approach to weight loss by giving Sailors the tools to achieve long-term weight management goals. Theodore Roosevelt began its first six-week run of the program with 20 motivated Sailors, Dec. 6. Lt. Elisa Menck, Theodore Roosevelt’s health promotions officer, leads the course and instructs the six classroom sessions along with Tara Redshaw, TR’s Afloat Fitness Specialist (Fitboss). “ShipShape doesn’t just focus on what you eat,” said Menck. “It also focuses on physical activity and your mindset. Too many people focus only on working out for weight loss or only trying to eat healthier, but it truly takes changing all three aspects to be effective and successful.” ShipShape was developed based on research, industry best practices, and analysis of current trends in fitness, weight loss, nutrition, and stress management. Menck highly recommends the program for service members who have failed or are at risk of failing their body composition assessment (BCA) or experience unhealthy weight fluctuations between BCA cycles. “I don’t expect to see drastic weight changes, because healthy weight loss is a pound or two a week,”
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said Menck. “Making a lifestyle change will get them to their weight loss goals and keep them there. It can be very frustrating trying to lose weight, especially in this environment, and I want our Sailors to start making the healthier decisions and choices that will enable them to reach their goals in a safe manner.” Instructor-led topics include portion sizes, macronutrients, food groups, vitamins, hydration, exercise, supplements, muscle build, muscle repair, the Navy Operational Fit and Fuel System (NOFFS), and more, which help individuals understand exactly what they’re eating and the necessary diet and exercise for their personal lifestyle. “Eating healthy and fulfilling the necessary nutritional intake can be difficult while underway, but it’s a great opportunity for you to build the basics,” said Redshaw. “Our goal is to give you the fundamentals, so you can be informed about the food on the serving lines and know which line to choose and why.” The participants document every single item eaten throughout the day, even including the smallest items such as gum. This helps to identify how their choices are adding up and helps them stay on track to their goals. “I joined the ShipShape program because I’m tired of being too close for the weigh-ins,” said CS3 Summer Torres. “I’m tired of people calling me fat. I’m tired of going to the beach and getting weird looks. I want to be comfortable in my own weight again. My goal is to be able to go to weigh-ins, step on the scale, and that’s it.” The ShipShape classroom slides can be found on the Share Drive under ALL HANDS/ PROGRAMS & COLLATERALS/ SHIP SHAPE. 3
This Week in Review
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1. Sailors inspect an MH-60S Sea Hawk, assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6, on the flight deck. Photo by MC3 Rachael Treon. 2. BM3 Quy Vinh demonstrates how to verify a proper seal during a respirator fit test. Photo by MC3 Victoria Foley. 3. ABFAN Anthony Orcolano sorts mail in the hangar bay. Photo by MCSN Michael Hogan. 4. QM2 Jedediah Timber Walker determines the relative position of the sun using an azimuth circle. Photo by MC3 Alex Perlman.
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5. Seaman Sarah Garcia stands watch. Photo by MCSN Michael Hogan. 6. AMAN Jamal Scott drills rivets into a drogue assembly. Photo by MM3 Andrew Langholf. 7. AWS1 Ian Hamlett, assigned to the Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6, sits in an MH-60S Seahawk during a vertical replenishment at sea. Photo by MC3 Austin Clayton.
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LSSN Stewart inventories parts in a supply storeroom aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). Photo by MCSN Michael Hogan.
Indians Change C ommand at S ea Story by MC1 John Hetherington USS Theodore Roosevelt Public Affairs
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he Indians of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 6, based in San Diego, performed an airborne change of command ceremony, Dec. 6, above the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) currently deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations. Cmdr. James Jerome relieved Cmdr. Joshua C. Ellison as commanding officer of HSC-6. In a unique ceremony that highlighted the capabilities of the squadron, Ellison and Jerome, each piloting an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, read their orders mid-flight. The pilots demonstrated evasive maneuvers and launched flares, completing the ceremony. More than 150 squadron Sailors observed from the ship’s flight deck. "The men and women of the Screamin’ Indians are the finest I have ever had a chance to work with," said Ellison, outgoing commanding officer. "Because of them, it has been an incredibly rewarding tour for me and by far the highlight of my career. I am honored and humbled to have been a part of such a skilled and devoted team.” Sailors watch as an MH-60S Sea Hawk fires celebratory flares during a change of command ceremony. Photo by MC3 Spencer Roberts.
An MH-60S Sea Hawk fires celebratory flares during a change of command ceremony. Photo by MM3 Andrew Langholf.
Ellison assumed command of HSC-6 on Sept. 2, 2016, after serving as executive officer. His next assignment will be as air department head aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Prior to reporting to HSC-6 as executive officer in September of 2016, Jerome served as Regional Engagement Branch Chief and Aide-de-Camp for the director of U.S. Africa Command. "I have seen this squadron work together through a year of arduous training and now on deployment in U.S. 5th Fleet,” said Jerome. “The squadron’s success is attributed to each member’s dedication to the team and our mission. I plan to continue building on the high standard of operational excellence set by Cmdr. Ellison during his time leading the Indians. I am excited about serving with the men and women of HSC-6." HSC-6 provides all-weather rotary wing operations, and conducts vertical lift search and rescue, logistics, anti-surface warfare, special operations forces support, and combat search and rescue capabilities for Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 embarked aboard Theodore Roosevelt. 9
life as a civilian 20 years old
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life as a Sailor
a Theodore Roosevelt comic by MC3 Jimmi Lee Bruner
Name: LS2 Dorthea Wright Hometown: Charleston, South Carolina Favorite thing about the Navy: Feeling accomplished Message to the crew: Don't worry about what's in front of you, stay focused on the future Favorite food: Seafood Favorite movie: Love and Basketball