The Quantico Physical Fitness Program is located in the Barber Physical Activity Center, Building 2073, Barnett Avenue. Fitness programs include fitness assessment and exercise prescriptions, cardio-vascular conditioning programs, strength training and conditioning, group exercise programs, health promotion and exercise assistance, CPR training, massage therapy, fitness lecture series and a variety of specialty programs. The Physical Fitness Program supports the Marine Corps PFT and weight control requirements.

• All participants will receive an event T-shirt. Awards will be given for top performing teams and/or individuals. For more information call Ira Seth at 703.432.0592 or email sethim@usmc-mccs.org
• The Amazing Devil Dog Challenge
  30 April
  0600
  Click Here to register for The Amazing Devil Dog Challenge
  Teams run to locations aboard Quantico to be tested on USMC knowledge. Run approximetly 5-7 miles with up to 5 trivia locations. Fail to answer the trivia correctly and be challenged physically.
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• Grunt Competition
  25 June
  0600
  Marine Corps strong man contest. Events are designed to test the speed, agility, power, endurance, and strength of Marines at MCB Quatico.
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• Recon Challenge 2010
  27 August
  0600
  Modified Recon challenge comprised of running, swimming and physical challenges
• Battle Buddy
  1 October
  0600
  Fitness event designed to test the speed, agility, power, endurance, and strength of 2-man teams.

Using state of the art technology, receive a complete personalized fitness/lifestyle assessment. A personal trainer will use the information on your body composition, strength, flexibility and aerobic fitness to design an individualized exercise program for you. Profile includes results and printed report of: Weight, Body Fat, Heart Rate, Blood Pressure, Flexibility, Strength, Cardio Conditioning. For appointments call 703.432.0593/2162.

• Heart problems, chest pain, history of stroke
• High blood pressure, lung or breathing problems
• Men over age 45, women over age 55
• Diabetes, thyroid condition, high cholesterol
• Smoker, sedentary or any condition that would be aggravated by exercise

• Avoid exercise four (4) hours prior to your assessment.
• Avoid heavy meals before your assessment.
• Dress in athletic gear, preferably a T-shirt, shorts and athletic shoes. Women should wear a sports bra. Avoid spandex, as it prevents accurate body fat measurement.

Jump start your exercise program with the help of a personal trainer. Individualized exercise programs are designed to meet each person's needs and goals.

For appointments, call 703.432.0593. For more information, call 703.784.2672