Coast leaders tour Keesler

Stretching is key to effective exercise program

With winter just around the corner, it's a great time to emphasize the importance of stretching when exercising.Why is it necessary to stretch? It's done to improve flexibility. Flexibility improves muscle balance and posture. It also increases blood and nutrient supply to muscles and it reduces the

Fall's pleasant weather boosts outdoor ventures

Even though fall's cooler weather has finally arrived, Keesler's outdoor recreation center still has plenty of fun outdoor activities to offer."A lot of new Airmen don't even know we're here," said Wayne Cox, assistant director of outdoor recreation. "Even some folks that have been at Keesler for

Company grade officers gather for mutual support

As a junior officer, sometimes it's hard to find a place where you can help Keesler and know that what you do makes a difference. The Company Grade Officers Council should be your first place to look.The CGOC is an outlet to be with other CGOs and to make a difference, to grow as an officer and even

Receiving flu shots early is key to prevention

With flu season already under way, the top Tricare military health plan official encourages the system's almost 9.7 million beneficiaries to get their flu shots as early as possible at a military medical facility, network provider or participating pharmacy.Military hospitals and clinics and Tricare

Religious education builds strong foundations

Where do you go after you 'go in peace'? When the celebration has ended and you're sitting behind your monitor on Monday morning, how do you practice what the preachers preach? The answer might be found in one of the numerous chapel religious education programs for children and adults.Keesler offers