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Show HILLTOP TIMES TIMES May 17, 2007 New HAWC exercise expert offers fitness advice "She has already jumped in," said Jo Hamsher, HAWC director. "We're glad to have her on board." For military members with questions about their fitness routines - from shin splints to running shoe analysis, Ms. Knutson is available by appointment. She offers the following advice on proper fitness practices. "Consistency is one of the big components," Ms. Knutson said. "If you want results you need to be consistent with your routine. Three times a week is only maintenance level -- if you want to maintain a PT score. Anytime you want to improve you have to up that to four or five. "You can't be weekend warriors, that's how we see a lot of injuries," added Ms. Hamsher. One tool Ms. Knutson recommends for military members is the PT test incorporated into the treadmills at the fitness center. Although not the official test, it can help members prepare, she said. "If your goal is to run the 1.5 mile run, I recommend doing the Army PT test which is a two mile run/' Ms. Knutson said. "Then try the Marine Corps Challenge." Ms. Knutson has spent six years working for the military at various Air Force bases, and is genuinely excited about helping Hill AFB get into better shape. "For this type of job you have to be," she said. "I know everyone can get results. It's like a sculpture. The person is there I am just chipping away at the rough edges." The HAWC offers many resources for fitness and is now located inside the Hill AFB Fitness Center. Call 777-1215 for more information. BY BETH YOUNG 75th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Photo by Beth Young Danielle Knutson Is the Health and Wellness Center's new exercise physiologist. She will be teaching weekly spin classes in June. GREAT Those unsure of what exactly an exercise physiologist is or does, can just use Danielle Knutson's nickname, "Coach." "Just like a coach has the answers/' Ms. Knutson said. "We'll get you a program, and everyone is a team, but it's up to you to do it." As the Health and Wellness Center's new exercise physiologist, Ms. Knutson is responsible for-the active-duty fitness program. In this position, she helps individuals pass their physical training test and ensures that unit fitness programs are in compliance. With a master's degree in both exercise physiology and public health, and certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as a health fitness instructor, Ms. Knutson is more than qualified to help military members pass their PT tests. "In a nutshell, an exercise physiologist is someone who can design a safe and effective exercise routine to achieve overall goals and objectives by bridging that gap between science and practice," she said. Although she has only been here since March, Ms. Knutson has found Hill Air Force Base a great place to work. "The environment here is friendly, she said. "This place is great to work at because we have a good chain of command. That is important for overall health and wellness." In an effort to get PT test scores higher, Ms. Knutson will be teaching a proper weight lifting class and several spinning classes throughout the month of June. LIMITED TIME ONLY! Buy One Pair of Eyeglasses Get One P155/80R13 or P165/80R13 or P175/80R13 Optical Center & Optometry Care Located In the Exchange stk k-nici. Qvc-oto .1 tv&o t'vp^ivvs Ir.En^ or kr-,1 jr,d juii p.i)1 iho d Herc-tvc wci bo combined wnh any iniuiixe plan AH eycgbiif, requ»f> a current. .cnpl.cfv Offer c-ipires OV 30/07 C20O7 N-iiiOf^ Vikrfi, lr« 50 SAVE!,' 40 GOODfYEAR KUMHO TIRES'7 SEESKfiEFORKUlS. MAIL-IN RffiATE SEE STUR FOT DEIMS. UPCfli (ffift im-OSi tires.com Optical Center & Optometry Care WALK-INS & APPOINTMENTS ACCEPTED Exchange Concessionaire (onlinenlalS yYOKOHAMA Visit us in the Base Exchange Building 412 RIVERDALE/OGDEN LAYTON 4262 Riverdale Road (801) 627-3215 2059 N. Hillfield (801) 776-2810 ROY 881 W. Hillfield (801) 544-0104 5387 South 1900 West (801) 773-6876 Adrffflonal locations to Ufa/i: Salt Lake City, Murray, Holladay, West Jordan Kearns, West Valley City, Sandy, Riverton, Draper, Bountiful, Layton, Roy, Riverdale & St. George "'" 801-776-3368 Eye Exams Available by Dr. Michael Larsen APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE M-F: 8:00-6 SAT: 8:00-5 Independent Doctor of Optometry TRICARE accepted. • Appointments are available. • Walk-ins are welcome. AMERICA'S LARGEST INDEPENDENT TIRE DEALER STATl OH LOML MIES WTO, WHEW REQUIRED OH CKJWCED, STATE [HVIBOKMUITAL OB DISFQSJU, FIEI Al£ BTTRJL Who's making movies? Read the Friday GO! Section in Standard-Examiner to find out. Need a good book? Reviews each Sunday. |