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Show Hilltop HILLTOP TIMES TIMES 9 March 28, 2013 ROSE Frompage 7 fort and many hours of practice put into it. But I just kept pushing myself to do better and be faster." Ultimately, the Derby Dames disbanded and skaters that wanted to continue playing went to Wasatch Roller Derby or the Junction City Roller Dolls, Rose said. She went to Wasatch — the area's largest Women's Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) league. "I mostly play as the jammer ... the skater with the star helmet on," Rose said. "Her job is to skate fast, get low and score as many points as she can before the opposing jammer has a chance to score." A jammer's initial pass through the pack determines if she receives lead jammer status, Rose said. After that pass, the lead jammer scores one point for every member of the opposing team that she passes legally and in bounds. The other positions on the track are blockers and pivots, she added. Their objective is to get their jammer through the pack first by playing defense against the opposing team's jammer, and then offense against the opposing teams' blockers to help get their own jammer through. Wasatch Roller Derby consists of three "home" teams, the Black Diamond Divas, Hot Wheelers and Salt Flat Fallouts, according to the league's website. The two travel teams are Midnight Terror and Bonneville Bone Crushers. Midnight Terror is currently ranked 20th out of 163 teams in the WFTDA, and qualified to compete in the western regional playoff in 2012 — a first for the team. "We worked hard toward making the regional playoff last season," Rose said. "There are 37 teams in the Western Region alone and you have to be ranked in the top 10 in order to go to regionals." Midnight Terror captain Teryn Mendenhall — aka "Skatey GaGa" — said, "The way we finished last season provided us a tougher schedule this year. One goal this year is to rise to those teams and beat them and keep growing in the roller derby community." Coach Brian Horman added, "If you are new to derby, you'll be surprised by the JASON DURKEE/U.S. Air Force "Skull Candi," Midnight Terror jammer, attempts an apex jump during her team's bout against the Tucson Roller Derby Saddletramps March 24. The Midnight Terror won the game with a final score of 304-123. Senior Airman Candis Rose, 75th Medical Support Squadron, files medical records at the Hill Air Force Base clinic. TECH. SGT. ERIC BURKS U.S. Air Force incredible athleticism Midnight Terror demonstrates. Their teamwork strength and athleticism are second to no women's sports team in the Salt Lake City area." "This season, we want to win at least two playoff games and develop strategy to take us to the next level," he said. After Sunday's victory, Midnight Terror's record stands at 2-0. The team opened the season with a 24079 win against the Sin City Rollergirls All Stars in Las Vegas on Feb. 23. Between scrimmages, team and league practices, games and other events, Rose said she dedicates a significant amount of her free time to the sport. When she's not practicing with her own teammates, she serves as a volunteer coach and mentor to the Wasatch Junior Rollers — a WRD league for girls 8-17 years of age. "Skull Candi is a really good teacher and a really good friend of mine," said Lisa Nowinski, who has been playing on the junior team for two seasons, and hopes to one day join Midnight Terror. "She puts her heart and soul into roller derby ... I'm pretty sure it's a second life," Nowinski said. "She's a really good person to learn from. She's patient, but she's not afraid to tell you when to get moving. She's a really good inspiration to all the juniors on the team, and she's my biggest inspiration for roller derby." And while the sport may feature colorful nicknames, fancy footwork, and big hits, roller derby offers more than just fun and games for players and fans. "Wasatch Roller Derby is part of Wasatch Women's Spring is here, remember to drink your water BY CAPT. PETE REY 75 AMDS/SGPZ H appy spring to you all! As a dude from sunny California, it has been awesome to welcome in the warmer days and actually begin to venture outside without freezing. At Aerospace and Operational Physiology we wanted to discuss a very important topic that is critical as we move into the season of warmer weather and more time spent doing outdoor activities. The human factor which will impact you for better or worse is hydration. So, why talk about hydration? Well, as a whole, our society is incredibly underhydrated. In addition, at the elevation we are at and dry climate we live in, our bodies are even more chronically dehydrated in comparison to folks living at sea level. Along those lines, by the time one realizes that one is thirsty, we have already lost about 2 percent to 3 percent body water. At this level, several things occur. Aerobic capacity drops by 20 perent, anaerobic capacity falls by 30 percent, and mental performance drops by 20 percent. These are pretty staggering numbers and show how much our bodies rely on water to get the job done. In fact, one of the best things you can do to prepare for your Air Force Physical Training test is to start hydrating 72 hours prior to the date. Unfortunately, though, I'm sure you potentially know of someone who "hydrates" by drinking soda, an energy drink, juice or even possibly an alcoholic beverage. All these do nothing but dehydrate you in addition to negatively impacting your ability to perform physical or mental tasks. Please realize that the high sugar content found in the soda, juice, and etc., is actually what dehydrates you. In regards to the alcohol, the dehydration that will follow can last as long as 2-3 days following a beer, glass of wine or a tug of ole Grandpa's cough medicine. So, instead, just rely on simple water, or a 50:50 Gatorade/water mix to keep Tither a's the ease you hydrated throughout the day. Carry a water bottle with you wherever you go so you know you will have the ready option of having water versus buying a soda or energy drink. Remember, while drinking 16-32 ounces every two hours is recommended, it is critical to also ingest electrolytes for proper nutritional balance. Realize that one can actually dangerously overhydrate themselves if just drinking pure water alone. Regarding hydration, be aware of the effects of coffee and caffeine. As a coffee drinker I fully realize the importance of perking yourself up and getting yourself through those fatiguing portions of the day. However, remember this. Treat any caffeine source like medicine. Dose it properly. In graduate school I would drink caffeine like it was water and over time felt the side effects. Not only was I completely dehydrated but I had habituated to the effects of coffee way too much. Coffee or caffeine can be great, just treat it with care. Have a great spring season and enjoy the outdoors! From Aerospace and Operational Physiology, this is Capt. "Sting" Rey. Club, a not-for-profit organization," Rose said. "We have what we call spotlight charities ... any charity can buy tickets from us for $5 and they can sell them at whatever cost they determine. They can also set up a table or booth that spotlights their charity and often leads to additional donations." "So, we get to do what we love and we get to help out the community," she said. Ultimately, Rose said, the camaraderie is what makes roller derby truly special. "My team is my family," she said. "I can go to them about anything, any problems that I'm having, and they're always there to help me. So, they're my rock." "Everyone is encouraged, regardless of your body type, your skin color, your sexuality, everyone just loves everyone here," Rose added. "There's just no animosity. And even rivalry teams, when we play against each other we put everything on the track and we leave it on the track. Everyone is fierce, and they're there to win, but then afterward everyone can be friends." For more information about Wasatch Roller Derby, visit http://www. wasatchrollerderby. com AFMC promotes Be Active Physical Fitness Initiative Air Force Materiel Command Wellness Support Center W RIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — During April and May, Air Force Materiel Command will be promoting its "Be Active: Physical Activity Initiative." The Be Active initiative is designed to be progressive with frequency of physical activity. If someone has not been active for some time, this initiative allows him or her to start at a comfortable level and add a little more activity as time goes on. 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