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Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1. Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorized patrons.The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government. The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change.

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Inside this issue3 Fitness Fusion

Uniting the community - one fitness craze at a time!

4 Five Tips for Saving Money in 2015 New Year’s resolutions for your funds.

6 2015 Eagle Challenge Fitness Tour Launching our third year!

7 Just Say Thank You It’s a simple sign of respect.

10 The TRIAD for Health A healthy lifestyle isn’t a one step process.

11 Leisure Travel Services Help for all your vacation plans.

20 Hearty Winter Soups and Cornbread Easy to make and yummy to eat!

21 A Look Back at Last Year 2014 Eagle Challenge Fitness Tour

25 An Overall Cost of…ZeroWhy pay for something you can get for free?

28 Spring Music FestsMusic festivals within driving distance.

29 BOSSJanuary Activities.

29 That GuyNew Year’s Heave

Welcome 2015!

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Do you make New Year’s resolutions? If you do – do you keep them? When I typed“New Year’s Resolutions” into an internet search browser, I got all kinds of website hits...everything from a Wikipedia page that explains the tradition to a page with suggested resolutions to make. My thoughts are that if you want to make a resolution - go for it - justdon’t feel like you failed if you don’t keep it! This year is packed with great programs andactivities being offered by MWR. The 2015 Eagle Challenge Fitness Tour kicks off in February - it will be our 3rd year for ECFT – and participating this year would be a greatresolution! We’re already planning some great activities for Spouse Appreciation Week, the Independence Carnival and Fireworks, and the Army Birthday Celebration, just to namea few. For every event you attend, there are hours and sometimes days, weeks and monthsof behind the scenes work being done to ensure that the event is successful. We have awonderful and dedicated Special Events staff that put their heart and soul into making ourevents the best they can be. Next time you see one of the staff at an event – tell themthank you, I think they’d really appreciate that! (there’s another great resolution!)

CynDe Clack, Editormwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

Happy New Year! 2015 is here and we areproud to announce an addition to exercise optionsat Fort Campbell just in time for your healthy resolutions. Some of our Physical Fitness Centersare teaming up with Estep Wellness Center to bringmore options for fitness classes.

The trendy buzz of “Functional Fitness”adapts or develops exercises which allow individuals to perform the activities of daily life moreeasily and without injuries. The training that EstepCertified Instructors and Trainers execute not onlyencompasses this, it also goes beyond the call to balance the average individual and increases theathletic level; improving the endurance, strength,agility and speed that our Soldiers need. EstepWellness Center has tapped into the concept of“Strong Body, Strong Mind” including the Five Dimensions of Strength…Physical, Emotional, Social, Spiritual and Family. This Fitness Fusion mission is parallel to the Comprehensive Soldier andFamily Fitness Program (CSF2), which was established as an Army Directive in 2013. The program was created to play a crucial role in developing a Total Army team of physically healthy

and psychologically strong Soldiers, their Families and Department of the Army Civilianswhose resilience and total fitness enable themto meet the Army’s mission. Recent budget revisions within the Federal Government havechallenged programs to engage in new waysto offer quality service to patrons.

Our intent, as we merge together ina coalition to offer a healthy dose of balanceand wellness within the community, is to bringtogether Soldiers, Family members and Department of Defense Civilians in such a waythat positive influence will motivate and driveus as a population for an improved state ofbeing. The Fitness Fusion program at FortCampbell has been a work in progress formany months. Meetings with the CommunityRecreation Division Chief, Sports and FitnessDirector, Fitness Program Specialist, EstepWellness Center Manager, Fitness Program Liaison and IT Specialist have been ongoing for months in order to put together a well manicured plan of action to broaden the spectrum of community wellness.

Fitness Fusion allows you to engage inmore classes at more locations. Estep Wellness Center will continue to hold several classes through-out the month, adding classes at Gate 10 andClarksville Base Physical Fitness Centers. Estep Certified Instructors and Trainers will now be leading classes such as Beginner’s Yoga, MeditativeYoga, Indoor Cycle, T-N-T, Zumba® Fitness, TurboKick® and new classes exclusive to Fitness Fusionsuch as X-F.I.T.T. and Barre-esque, both designed byEstep Certified Instructors and Trainers. There arecurrently 20 classes scheduled at various times inaddition to the 35+ classes offered at Estep, that’sover 50 classes to choose from! You can find moreinformation about Fitness Fusion classes on ourFacebook page. Tickets, fitness class punch cardsand/or membership passes purchased onsite viakiosk, at Estep or online via WebTrac (registration required) may be used at all locations.Please contact Estep Wellness Center at (270) 798-4664/4023 for more information.

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In The Know Fitness FusionUniting the Community

One Fitness Craze at a TimeBy Charlene Frasher

Fitness FusionSchedule

Gate 10 PFC

Monday & Wednesday9:30 a.m. Beginner’s Yoga (30 max)12 p.m. Indoor Cycle (20 max)4:30 p.m. T-N-T (30 max)5:30 p.m. Turbo Kick ® (30 max)

Tuesday & Thursday9:30 a.m. Meditative Yoga (30 max)12 p.m. Zumba ® Fitness4:30 p.m. Indoor Cycle (20 max)

Friday9:30 a.m. Barre-esque (15 max)

Clarksville Base PFC

Monday – Friday at 12 p.m.X-F.I.T.T. (30 max)

All classes are 60 minutes unless otherwise specified.

With the beginning of a new year, savingmoney should be a part of everyone’s New Year’sresolutions. It is never too early or too late to startsaving. The Army Community Service (ACS) – Financial Readiness counselors recommend thateveryone should have enough accessible cash tocover about six to nine months of expenses if youwere ever to be unemployed. With the current military drawdown and cutbacks, our job may nothave the stability it once did. Do you have enoughfunds set aside to meet your financial obligations ifyou lose your job? Below are five tips on helpingyou save and better manage your money.

1. Set funds aside for large expenses.

There will be times when you will have tospend a little more money on things such as gifts,vacations, and emergencies. Try not to be the last-minute spender who buys that 60-inchplasma TV on a whim and then realizes that theydo not have enough money for rent or groceriesthat month! Whether you want a new videogame system or to take a trip to Hawaii next winter, incorporate those expenses into yourbudget and set aside funds each month for theseitems. Don’t forget about having extra funds foremergencies - your car may break down or yourhouse may need repairs. Whatever the case maybe, it is always best to have funds available to dealwith any unforeseen circumstances.

2. Use credit responsibly.

Credit cards are a great way to buildcredit, as long as you control overspending and payon time. Late payments can affect your credit scoresnegatively and will stay on your credit report forseven years. A better credit score means lower in-terest rates on home and car loans, saving you thou-sands in the long run. Make sure to pay your creditcards off in full each month so you are not wastingmoney on paying those unnecessary interest fees. Itis easy to get carried away and accrue a lot of debt

if you are careless with credit cards. Paying interestdoes not help your credit score. Using your credit card about once a month is sufficient foryou to build a history of responsible credit use

and payment.

3. Shop around for the best prices.

Do your research. Different retailers mayhave different prices for that new computer ortablet you want. With the convenience of the internet, a price check can be a click away on yourphone. Some retailers even offer price matching ifyou find a lower price for the same item elsewhere.Many online retailers also offer free shipping andallow you to create a wish list on their website. Youcan check the site periodically and wait for your itemto be on sale before making the purchase.

4. Maintain a monthly budget.

A great way to start saving would be to establish a monthly budget and stick to it. Maintaining a proper budget will help you effectively manage your money, set cash aside forlarge expenses, and prepare for any unexpectedemergencies. This doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of life’s little luxuries. Go ahead andtreat yourself with that pumpkin latte or get the

candy and popcorn at the movies, just make sureyou include them in your budget. There are plentyof free budgeting tools on the internet or you cancreate your own budgeting spreadsheet if you wishto. Although budgeting does require extra work, itwill ultimately pay off with the many life-enhancingbenefits and can bring you peace of mind.

5. Take advantage of being in the military.

Ask if military discounts are offered wherever you go. Don’t let pride get in the way - just ask. Pride isn’t going to help you with yourbills but the 15% discount you get off that new pairof running shoes will. There is also a defined contribution plan available to all service membersknown as the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). The TSP allows you to set up an allotment to be deducted

from your pay each month and you control howmuch you want to contribute. Lastly, educateyourself about all of the free programs the Armyhas to offer. The ACS - Financial Readiness Officeprovides counseling and classes for any of your financial needs. If you are unfamiliar with manag-ing personal finances, a counselor can help guideyou through the process. The Financial ReadinessOffice can also provide you with free credit reports, vehicle history reports, and contract reviews. These services can save you hundreds oreven thousands of dollars.

There are many other ways to help yousave money. Pack a lunch instead of eating out.Use coupons if possible. Find cheaper auto

insurance. Get creative. Saving money is simple -you just have to spend less money than you earn.With a good budget plan, some financial knowledge, and a little commitment, 2015 can be agreat and rewarding year for you!

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5 Tips for SavingMoney in 2015

By SFC Bobby Wong

Family Finances

ACS Financial Readiness Program5662 Screaming Eagle Blvd.

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We’re starting our third year of theEagle Challenge Fitness Tour and this seriesof events gets better every year! The 2015ECFT will bring back several favorites frompast years and add a couple of new ones.We have everything from a functional fitness challenge to a mud run and aduathlon to a color run. There are 10 eventsscheduled from February to Novemberwith two alternate events offered, one in April for youth and one in September for all ages. Two events will be held inClarksville, two in Hopkinsville and the reston Fort Campbell.

Scheduled Events:

February 21 Love Your Heart 10K, 5K and Fun RunFreedom Fighters PFC, Fort Campbell.

March 28 4th Annual USO 10-miler, 5K and Fun RunGate 10 PFC, Fort Campbell.

April 25 Du the Dream Duathlon(Run, Bike, Run)Clarksville.

May 16 Little River Days 5K Run and Bike TourHopkinsville.

June 20 Warrior Challenge Obstacle and Mud RunOld Clarksville Base area, Fort Campbell.

July 18 Color RunDestiny Parks & Pavilions, Fort Campbell.

August 22 Functional Fitness ChallengeFryar StadiumFort Campbell.

September 12 Trot for the Troops 10K, 5K and Fun RunHopkinsville.

October 17 Go Commando Half Marathon, 5K and Fun RunClarksville.

November 14 Fitness Finale 10K, 5K and Fun RunFort Campbell Town Center.

November 20 ECFT Awards ReceptionCole Park CommonsFort Campbell.

Alternate Events:

April 26 Youth TriathlonGardner PoolFort Campbell.

September 5 Wellness WalkFort Campbell.

The Eagle Challenge Fitness Tour(ECFT) is a program that was conceived as a vision from Fort Campbell senior leadership in mid-2012 to provide our military community, as well as Oak Grove,Hopkinsville, and Clarksville, with opportu-nities for a fun and healthy active lifestyle.The events are designed for all ages, withcomponents for children, wounded warriorsand disabled Civilians, competitive adultsand those who are just beginning their jour-ney to fitness. All events are open to every-one in our communities, both inside andoutside the gates of Fort Campbell. At theend of the program in November, everyone completing eight out of ten events will receive a Commander’s Gold Medal; six outof ten will receive a Silver Medal; and fourout of ten will receive a Bronze Medal. Each event will have a nominal entry fee.

The 2015 Eagle Challenge FitnessTour kicks off on February 21 with the LoveYour Heart 10K, 5K and Fun Run at Freedom Fighters Physical Fitness Center(PFC).

Details for many 2015 ECFT eventsare still being worked out but you can always find information onwww.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr.Look for the featured ECFT article everymonth in MWR Life magazines.

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2015 Eagle ChallengeFitness Tour By CynDe Clack

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January is National Thank You Month.How many ways can you say thank you?

Merci…vinaka…danke…mahalo...grazziedomo…shukuriyaa…kiaora…ahxehee…thanks!Every language in every culture has a way to saythank you – from the very informal “thanks” youfind in the English language to the very formal“domo arigato gozaimasu” in Japanese.

“Thanks” or “Thank you” are words weuse often. We say thanks to strangers who hold adoor open, servers who bring our food, peoplewho answer our questions on the phone, thecashier at the checkout line, and the list goes on.We use these words so often that sometimes it’shard to show when we are deeply grateful forsomething. What are some other ways to expressyour gratitude? You can use different phrases suchas “What would I do without you?” or “I appreciatethis more than you know.”

You can also say thank you with your actions. If something is worth a really strong thank

you, it might be a good idea to go out of your wayto do something nice for the person you need tothank. You can thank them face-to-face. The mostimportant part of saying thank you in person isbeing sincere. The person you are thanking shouldunderstand that you mean what yousay and that you aren’t just saying“thank you” out of obligation whenyou don’t really mean it. You canthank them in writing, whether it’swith a thank you card, in a text message or in an email. You can givethem a thank you treat or do something else that you know willmake them feel special.

When we say thank you,we show that we recognize thatsomeone had a choice. They didn’thave to do what they did or givewhat they gave. It’s a simple sign ofrespect. By saying thank you and

meaning it, you could change a person’s day.

“Take time to be kind and to say ‘thank you.’”~ Zig Ziglar

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The Triad for HealthHealthy Living

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By Jenelle Grewell

The road to a healthy lifestyle isn’t aone step process. Many factors should be considered when trying to improve your wellness, but the basic aspects can besummed up in the Performance Triad. The Performance Triad consists of activity, nutritionand sleep. If you want to start off 2015 rightand keep improving your health and well-being, then follow the Performance Triad.

ActivityPhysical activity is important. It helps

prevent weight gain and aids in weight loss; it can help lower stress and depression,strengthen your body and boost your confidence. A good rule of thumb for physicalactivity is to get 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity a week, two days a week ofstrength training and 10,000 steps in youreveryday activity.

Fort Campbell and the surroundingcommunity offer plenty of ways to keep youactive and exercising daily. You can visit EstepWellness Center and participate in their groupfitness classes, utilize a personal trainer or follow your own work out plan in their cardioand weight room. The physical fitness centersare free and offer a variety of equipment you can use for whatever your goals.

Going to the gym isn’tyour thing? Try Gardner IndoorPool. Swimming offers a fun overallbody workout. You can swim laps orget into a water aerobics class. Goto Outdoor Recreation and tryarchery or rock climbing. Evenbowling at Hooper Bowling Centerwould be great way to get more active.

It is really easy to become more active in your life. Move around at least 10minutes of every hour because sitting still fortoo long increases the risks of blood clots,obesity and heath disease. Take the stairs,pace while you talk on the phone and park further away when you go the store - these areall easy ways you can get those extra stepsand become more active.

NutritionIn order to achieve your activity

goals for the year, you need to fuel your body with the right stuff. Good nutrition canhelp maintain a healthy weight, lower post-exercise muscle soreness and help buildstronger muscles.

To make the mostout of your workouts, followthese nutrition tips: eat a smallsnack or meal along with twoto three cups of water about2-4 hours before you workout. Make sure you drinkplenty of water during yourwork out. If you are exercisingfor more than 60 minutes,make sure to drink a sportsdrink and also take a break to consume somefruit around the 20 minute mark. After yourwork out, rehydrate and eat something with agood amount of carbohydrates and proteinwithin 30 to 60 minutes. Good post-workoutsnacks are low-fat chocolate milk, fruit, peanutbutter, low-fat yogurt or a protein sports bar.

No matter how much you work out,you cannot erase a poor diet. When eatingthroughout the day take the different foodgroups into mind. Fruits and vegetables arefull of vitamins, nutrients and generally goodstuff for your body. Carbohydrates fuel your

muscles and yourbrain. Get your carbohydrates fromwhole-grain bread,cereal and pastas.Rice, oatmeal, beansand fruit are also ahealthy source of carbohydrates. Leanproteins such aspoultry, fish, leanbeef, pork, milk, yogurt, eggs, tofu

and beans are good ways to provide aminoacids to your muscle to help them repair andgrow. Healthy fats such as olives, salmon, nutsand avocado are good for you in moderation.

SleepWe shouldn’t have to be reminded to

get enough sleep and practice good sleephabits but it can get difficult sometimes. Sleepis important and getting optimal sleep will increase the benefits of sleeping.

Follow these sleeping tips and youcan get the rest you need and deserve. Create a dark and comfortable sleeping setting. Try to eliminate light and create an environment that puts you at ease so it easier

to fall asleep and stay asleep. Uti-lize the bedroom for sleep onlyand stop watching TV or playingon your electronic devices while inbed. Stop consuming caffeine atleast six hours before you go tobed. Don’t drink alcohol beforeyou go to bed. Get your exerciseout of the way by the earlyevening. Never go to bed hungry.

For those with sleepingproblems, the following tips are

especially important. Make sure you maintaina regular routine with a fixed time to wake up.If you can’t sleep, get out of bed. Be smartabout when you take naps - 30 to 60 minutesof a nap in late morning or early afternoon isideal. Move your clock to where you cannotsee the time.

If you follow the guidance for thePerformance Triad, you should be well on your way to reaching your fitness goals for2015. Check out armymedicine.mil for moreinformation.

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In the KitchenHearty Winter Soups and CornbreadBy CynDe Clack

For me - January means it’s time for some warm soups, stews and chili. My favorite are ones that are easy to put together and can either be completed quickly on the stove top or put in a slow cooker and ignored for most of the day. The best of all are the ones made withleftovers! Just a warning – I don’t actually measure any of these ingredients so these are my best guess. Use them as a guideline for what soundsgood to you.

Leftover Ham and Vegetable Soup (I prefer to use the leftovers from a spiral glazed ham.)

This one is good either in a pot on the stove top or in a slow cooker. If using a slow cooker, just put all of the ingredients in the pot and let it cook.

Start with the broth or drippings left from cooking the ham, add enough water to make a pot of soup the size you need and bring to aboil. Dice and add whatever ham you have left. Add carrots – either the small baby ones or dice the larger ones. Add a bag of frozen corn with butter sauce. Peel and dice some potatoes and add to the pot. Chop up an onion and add it to the pot. Add garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the veggies are tender. If you like more of a stew, you can use corn starch and thicken it. Reduce heatand serve.

Leftover Chicken and Noodle Soup This one is best when made in a pot on the stove top so the noodles don’t overcook.

Start with the broth or drippings left from cooking the chicken and add enough water to make a pot of soup the size you need. If you areusing the leftovers from a store bought rotisserie chicken, then you’ll also need to use chicken bouillon. Shred the leftover chicken andadd it to the pot. Add carrots – either the small baby ones or dice the larger ones. Chop up an onion and add it to the pot. Add any othervegetables that sound good to you. Add garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the veggies are tender. Add the pasta of your choiceand cook the length of time specified on the package. You’ll probably want to leave it al dente because it will continue to cook even afteryou turn the stove off. Reduce heat and serve.

Leftover Vegetables and Hamburger Soup This can be made either in a pot on the stove top or in a crock pot. If you use a crockpot, I would recommend cooking the hamburger first.

Start with the broth or drippings left from cooking the chicken and add enough waterto make a pot of soup the size you need. If you are using the leftovers from a storebought rotisserie chicken, then you’ll also need to use chicken bouillon. Shred theleftover chicken and add it to the pot. Add carrots – either the small baby ones ordice the larger ones. Chop up an onion and add it to the pot. Add any other vegetables that sound good to you. Add garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Cook untilthe veggies are tender. Add the pasta of your choice and cook the length of timespecified on the package. You’ll probably want to leave it al dente because it willcontinue to cook even after you turn the stove off. Reduce heat and serve.

Cornbread for Eating with Chili I start with two packages of Jiffy Corn Bread Mix. Preheat your oven to the temperature called for on the package. Add two eggs. Adda large can of creamed corn. Add a large spoon (heaping) of sour cream. Add a handful of shredded cheddar cheese. Adddiced jalapenos to taste (I usually add 3-4 teaspoons). Mix well and pour into your greased pan. I prefer to usean all edges pan that is actually for baking brownies in but it makes a great crust on the cornbread too. Bakeuntil it browns and a toothpick pulls out mostly dry. Eat it while it’s hot!

I hope you enjoy these recipes and use my ideas to come up with some of your own!

I’m not including a chili recipe because it’s actually the cornbread I make to go with the chili that makes it a favorite meal for us. (I just usethe chili recipe off of the package of chili seasoning I purchase.)

You can find soups at the following MWR Restaurants:

Cole Park Southern Buffet, 1610 101st Airborne Division RoadThe Zone, 3910 Indiana AvenueThe Dawg Haus, 7121 6th Street (near CAA)The Smokehaus, 6633 Sportsman’s LaneHooper Bowling Center, 5380 9th Street & Tennessee Avenue 20

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ECFT 2014

What a great year for 2014 Eagle Challenge Fitness Tour! Last year we saw over2400 individual participants and recognized everyone’s hard work at the award ceremonyin November. 2015 ECFT is kicking off in February with the Love Your Heart 10K, 5K &Fun Run, and ending in November with the Fitness Finale 10K, 5K & Fun Run, we wantedto showcase a few of our events from last year and recognize all of our Gold medal winners. If you want a chance to receive your Gold medal this year, you must register and participate in eight of ten events. www.fortcampbellmwr.com/ECFT

A Look Back at 2014 Eagle Challege Fitness Tour

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Engeman, Ted - 14Dellinger, David L. -13Dellinger, Mckenna -13Ages, Brian - 12Dellinger, Jack - 12Bricker, Wayne - 11Lee, Mary - 11Maronde, Shawn M - 11Randle, Maridawn - 11Shaffer, Patricia - 11Sutton, Debbie - 11Thompson, Alice - 11Westfall, Joyce - 11Bartel, Andrew - 10Bartel, Honey - 10Bartel, Olivia - 10Blake, Alexis - 10Blake, Linda - 10Bracey, Haley - 10Dellinger, Christine - 10Dudley, Catherine - 10Fisher, Mary Kay H. - 10Hackwell, Ricky - 10Logsdon, Sharon - 10Mccoy, Jerry K - 10Mcpeak, Keri - 10Milner, Karen - 10Moley, Julie - 10Moore, Joel - 10Moore, Teresa - 10Shircel, Maria -10Soumis, Duane Edward -10Stammer, Donna - 10Thompson, Ruth -10White, Debra - 10Adames, Joann - 9Calvillo, Anthony -9Fuentez, Arellia - 9Fuentez, Tomas - 9Gaines, Samantha -9Grimes, Hope - 9

Mada, Tammy - 9Maronde, Imelda M -9Matthews, Laura - 9Matthews, Meredith -9Mccoy, Jerry A -9Mcgaha, Stacey -9Rhoden, Enrique - 9Roughton, Jessica - 9Roughton, Lisa -9Alicea, Joel - 8Arroyo, Angelica -8Bracey, Everett M - 8Burns, Kenneth - 8Butts, Tanya - 8Cooper, Halie - 8Engeman, Tim -8Hahnefeld, Desiree - 8Holloway, Claire - 8Jalomo, Traci - 8King, Alexandra - 8Leary, Christine - 8Lockard, Patty - 8Marcus, Kensley - 8Martinez, Maria - 8Pirtle, Stacey - 8Rose, Linda - 8Rose, Wayne - 8Santos, Tara - 8Schmidt, Shalene - 8Shaffer, Amanda L - 8Sipes, Robert - 8Smith, Glenna - 8St. Louis, Tonia - 8St. Louis, Wayne P. - 8Stammer, Mark R. - 8Terrill, Geraline - 8Thompson, Melinda - 8Wallace, Dennis -8Wright, Marcus - 8Young, Diana - 8Zufall, Robert - 8

Name & # Events Participated In

Down the Block

One great benefit to military life, especially at Fort Campbell, is the opportunityto experience various new concepts and ideasfrom different people, worldwide. Like greatpairings, life at Fort Campbell is like peanutbutter and jelly, fruitcake and eggnog, turkeyand dressing, biscuits and gravy, or a NewYear and a fresh resolution - it just goes well

together. Yes, we make self-improvement declarations to ourselves each year that weplan to uphold and endure without fail for365-days. And, the biggest promise thatAmericans make to themselves each year is toget fit.

People worldwide employ variousstrategies to become healthier by getting fit.

Some choose to start a new diet or stop eating certain foods or consuming specificbeverages; others promise to quit smoking orend an annoying habit such as biting one’snails, shopping on television or the internet,excessive texting, or swearing. Regardless ofthe specific reason to do something differentduring the upcoming year, trying things thatare new has its benefits and disadvantages.For example, trying new trendy diets may result in an upset stomach or missed days atwork because you’re suffering from digestiveissues or starting a new membership at a localgym may require a costly, lengthy contract andinterest in this New Year’s promise may soonfade and develop into an expensive burden.Nonetheless, why do so many people whoenjoy the benefits of Fort Campbell, KY consider paying for something that they havethe opportunity to receive for the low-low costof – totally free?

I recently had the opportunity to talkto Jennifer Wick, Fitness Facility Manager forthe Gate 10 Physical Fitness Center located atBuilding 7979 California Road and among all

An Overall Cost of…Zero

By: William

D. Corlew, III

of the new “stuff” this fitness center has tooffer, the best benefit of using this brand newfitness center today and for your New Year’sresolution is that it is free.

MWR Life Magazine: How is the Gate 10Physical Fitness Center better than other fitness centers in the local Clarksville, TN,Hopkinsville, KY area?

Mrs. Wick: First and foremost: it’s new, it’smodern, and it’s free. The location is close tounit areas, residents, and other Fort Campbellpatrons. We offer an indoor, 3-lane track (11-laps is a mile) and this location is frequently used for individuals who are goingthrough rehabilitative measures as well as forrecreational purposes.

MWR Life Magazine: What are some advantages of using your facility?

Mrs. Wick: Our facility offers 3 basketballcourts, 2 wooden courts and 1rubber courtthat we can quickly convert to a volleyballcourt. Our facility can also be used forgroup/unit activities. It only requires servicemembers in the rank of Sergeant and aboveto reserve specific areas for various functions.We also offer a multifunctional 18-personclassroom.

MWR Life Magazine: Are there any other advantages to using the Gate 10 Physical Fitness Center?

Mrs. Wick: There are many: we are a disabledaccessible facility with an entrance ramp, fullservice elevator, and fitness equipment that

accommodates various ambulation devices.We have an indoor climbing wall, sauna, freelockers, and it is easy to use our equipment todo various cross fit type-exercises.

MWR Life Magazine: What are your hours ofoperation and busiest fitness times?

Mrs. Wick: We have an average of 7,000 fitness aficionados per week coming to get fitat our facility. Our busiest times are between6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. during unit physicalfitness hours, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to close during the work week. Our regular hours are 5:30 a.m. – 9 p.m., Monday – Friday, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; we alternate openingson DONSAs (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with FreedomFighters Physical Fitness Center.

Lastly, I asked Mrs. Wick whatis the main takeaway or attraction forsomeone wishing to begin the year byimproving their physical fitness andoverall health by starting new gym attendance? She emphatically stated,“the Gate 10 Physical Fitness Centeris a full service facility with modernequipment and can accommodatemany different ideas and levels ofphysical fitness. Oh, and I forgot tomention - there is no membership requirement at the Gate 10 PhysicalFitness Center and it’s free!” Overall,I can tell just by talking to Mrs. Wickthat she excitedly shares knowledgeabout her facility and enthusiasticallydescribes her fitness center as well asher devotion to the Soldiers, Families,Retirees and Civilians at Fort Campbell. Therefore, instead of trying

something new by investing your hard-earnedmoney into a plan with no guarantee, give theGate 10 Physical Fitness Center a shot. Youronly risk is that you may become addicted toa healthy behavior for the overall cost of zero!

Gate 10 Physical Fitness Center7979 California Road(270) 461-2293/2294

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TempoSpring Music FestsBy Tara Goodson

Music festivals are synonymouswith spending cash, but they are a great wayto see a variety of different acts for oneprice of admission. Because many of thesefestivals book an abundance of bands andartists over an extended length of time, theticket price can be very expensive.

In addition, there is the cost of merchandise, food and beverages. Not tomention the possible expense of finding aplace to stay. These costs can certainly addup, but you can avoid breaking the bank byplanning appropriately for your year ofmusic fests. A few easy tips to save moneyinclude splitting the cost of travel, packingyour own necessities (water, snacks, and wetwipes) and even volunteering for the event.

An abundancen of local music festsare within driving distance and the variety isvast. I will focus on three music fests withindriving distance through the beginning ofMay. Now is the perfect time to purchasetickets, especially for nationally recognizedfests.

Beale Street Music Festival; May 1-3www.memphisinmay.org/musicfestival

The 39th annual Beale Street MusicFestival will include 64 yet to be announcedacts at Tom Lee Park in downtown Memphis. Recent festival lineups have included acts such as The Black Keys, KidRock, Florence + the Machine, Mumford &Sons, Cee Lo Green, Foo Fighters, Santana,Katy Perry, B.B. King, Stone Temple Pilots,Jerry Lee Lewis, Bassnectar and The Avett Brothers.

The Beale Street Music Festival isthe largest annual event in Memphis, andeach year attracts music lovers locally, fromacross the country and around the world tocelebrate Memphis’ rich musical heritage.Music enthusiasts can expect a diverse arrayof genres, including rock, pop, and blues.

Not only is this a wonderful opportunity tosee nationally known acts, you will also beable to listen to new artists on the scene.

All tickets are general admission(GA) per day unless you purchase VIP tickets. While there is not a discounted ratefor military, you will probably be able toscope out a great deal or two with local accommodations if you book early enough. BSMF has been known to do ticket give-a-ways via social media in theweeks leading up to the festival.

Big Ears Festival; March 27-29www.bigearsfestival.com

The Big Ears Festival blends together musicians and artists for dozens ofconcerts in genres such as contemporaryclassical along with indie rock, jazz and folkat several venues in Knoxville. The line upcombines exhibitions, film screenings, interactive workshops, informative talks, surprise collaborations, and unexpectedconnections during its three day fest.

The festival was named for some-one that has the ability to discern differentlayers in a composition and perceptively lis-tens. The use of ears as creative tools allowsthe audience to participate in entertainingand exciting concerts.

Artists for the 2015 lineup includeKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson, TerryRiley, tUnE-yArDs, Max Richter, Swans, BenFrost, Bryce Dessner, The Bad Plas, BillFrisell, Jamie xx, Perfume Genius, RhiannonGiddens, Tanya, Tagaq, Clark and NelsCline. Past artists include: Vampire Weekend, Nico Muhly, Television and manyothers.

Tickets are sold in tier weekendpasses at the time of printing this magazineand same day passes will be available laterif supplies last. Big Ears Weekend offers several free art exhibits at the Knoxville Museum of Art.

Jazz Fest; April 24-May 3www.nojazzfest.com

With 12 stages of soul-stirringmusic, the New Orleans Jazz & HeritageFestival is an incredible celebration. Theevent has showcased many of the greatartists of New Orleans and Louisiana of thelast half century. From Professor Longhair,Fats Domino, The Neville Brothers, WyntonMarsalis, Dr. John, Branford Marsalis, HarryConnick Jr., to Ellis Marsalis, The Radiators,Irma Thomas, The Preservation Hall JazzBand, Allen Toussaint, Buckwheat Zydeco,The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Better ThanEzra and everything in between, you will notbe disappointed.

With theofficial festival dating back to 1970,this fest has grownevery year. Origi-nally a one weekendschedule with only350 attendees thefirst year to an anticipated crowd of over 400,000people in two week-ends in 2015, thefest continues to bea feast for your ears, eyes and soul.

You are able to purchase tickets forthe entire fest, single weekend tickets, or afew different VIP experiences. As of magazine print date, the line-up had notbeen finalized, but with a wide variety ofmusic and talents in NOLA, you’ll want tograb your tickets as soon as possible.

Local Spring Festivals That OfferMusical Entertainment

Rivers & Spires FestivalDowntown Clarksville, TN

April 16 - 18multiple stages in downtown

www.riversandspires.com

Little River DaysDowntown Hopkinsville, KY

May 14 - 17www.hopkinsvilleky.us

Spring into SummerOak Grove, KY

Viceroy Performing Arts CenterMay 23 - 24

www.springintosummerfest.comwww.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

January 7 and 21 at 2:30 p.m.• BOSS Meeting at D.W. Recreation Center• All single Soldiers are invited – it’s not just for BOSS Reps and there’s free pizza!

January 10 at 7:30 a.m.• Volunteer at the Soup Kitchen – you will prepare, cook, serve and clean up for

Clarksville’s less fortunate. • Meet at D.W. Rec at 7:30 a.m. - it will end at approximately 1 p.m.• Sign up in the BOSS office prior to the event.

January 10 at 4 p.m.• Free Movie Night• Sign up at D.W. Rec the day of the event. BOSS will take you to Regal Cinema

on Tiny Town and pay for the movie of your choice. You can see any movie you want to – you don’t have to all see the same thing.

January 16-18• 3 day, 2 night trip to Atlanta, GA for MLK Weekend.• You will visit the Martin Luther King, Jr Historical Site, Coca-Cola Factory,

Georgia Aquarium, and attend the Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament.• Trip includes transportation, hotel, breakfast each day at the hotel, admission

to all events, and dinner at Medieval Times.• Price is $60 and there are only 23 spaces available.• Sign up at the D.W. Rec front counter.

The Fort Campbell BOSS office is located inside D.W. Recreation Center, 6145 Desert Storm Avenue and they can be reached at (270) 798-7858.

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