The Official Publication of Camp As Sayliyah

Edition 89 October 2013

The Desert Mesh

Supporting the defenders of freedom

DOHA, Qatar-“Have a CAS-tastic Day” the electronic sign flashes at the entrance to Camp As Sayliyah, Qatar. The expression, familiar to thousands of service members and personnel that traveled here, sums up the astounding quality of life and joyous attitude on camp. CAS is home to Area Support Group-Qatar, which serves as the Army component headquarters for assigned Army forces and joint

Story and Photos by U.S. Army Spc. Aaron EllermanPublic Affairs Specialist, 143rd ESC Public Affairs

tenant units in this region. ASG-QA facilitates countless numbers of service members traveling through the area of responsibility since establishing in 1994. A prior rest and recuperation destination, CAS became known as an oasis in this region. ASG-QA however, has another important purpose; providing support to the war fight-er. “Our main mission is to support and provide force protection for our forces that pass through CAS,” said Col. William Wozniak, com-mander, ASG-QA. “That’s our

charter; supporting the defenders of freedom.” “I think a lot of people hear Qatar and they think that it’s just a rest and recovery spot,” said Command Sgt. Maj. Earla Red-dock, Command Sgt. Maj., ASG-QA. “But this base has done a lot more than rest and recovery.” “We are here specifically to sup-port many different missions,” said Maj. David Bornn, deputy commanding officer ASG-QA. 'The rest and recovery program is

The Command Sgt. Maj. Frennier Visit. Page 8-9

MEDLOG Takes Sports Championship. Page 4

Read Soldiers Speak-Out. Page 3

DOHA, Qatar-Soldiers from the 143rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) pose in front of the U.S. Army Central emblem on Sept. 18. The group arrived at Camp As Sayliyah in late August to conduct planning missions for contingency operations throughout the region. Army Central Command, also known as Third Army, serves as the Army Component Command for Central Command. Third Army is most notably known for its campaigns in World War II under the command of Gen. George S. Patton.

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COMMANDER U.S. Army Col. William S. Wozniak

COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj.

Earla L. Reddock

PUBLIC AFFAIRS COORDINATOR, EDITOR

Mrs. Polli Ogilvie

PHOTOJOURNALIST Mr. Alfred Tripolone III

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COMMAND CORNER

William S. WozniakCommander

Area Support Group - Qatar

Once again I would like to start off by saying “Thank You” to all who demonstrated their leadership on Camp As Sayliyah – LWT [Lead Without a Title]. Together we are furthering a great team and together we will accomplish anything we put our collective minds too. As I stated last month, I have one or twelve things on my mind. While I covered six last time, I guess I now have another twelve. Surely this will give me plenty to write about in the coming months. I would like to begin in mentioning our continued emphasis on putting a stop to Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault. There is simply no tolerance for such behavior, and every one of us plays a role to ensure we identify potential predators or actions that could lead to these unacceptable actions. Do not put yourselves in a position of temptation. I ask each of you to do your part; ensure everyone is doing the right thing! The “ASG Pearl Endurance Chal-lenge” is in full implementation. I commend those who chose to participate and in turn better themselves in the process. Physical fitness is truly the foundation of all we do. Pearl 7 often comments that this is one area on the back of the Noncommissioned Officer

Evaluation Report that the Soldier can personally influence or obtain an Excellence. Keep up the great work! I would be remiss if I did not comment on Markeiths Beard’s performance and dedication to excellence. He has truly led by example and in just two months taken nearly two minutes off his run. I see him working out more than ever, and I am sure he will reach his goal of 300 on the Army Physical Fitness Test, and I will continue chasing him along the lollypop course each month. I’m confident there are many others also achieving great personal goals. Please share your story with us. As we enter into FY14, challenges will surely impact our jobs as we accomplish the mission. During a recent congressional visit, a service member asked the congressman if he thought sequestration would be a part of this new fiscal year. He reminded everyone in the audience that sequestration is a ten year plan to reduce our deficit. While there may be modifications, yes, sequestration will be around for some time. We all must do our part to ensure we are good stewards of the government’s money. We must look for opportunities to save and look for opportunities to complete the task at hand with fewer supplies or less financial support. Lastly, I want to talk about the two Cultural Headstart Courses offered this month. Please respond to the CAS all emails and contact Mr. Hani to enroll in one of the two courses. This course will prove invaluable during your time in Qatar. It will prove helpful as you hear first hand experiences from a local resident of Qatar. As we develop our bodies physically, we must also develop our minds mentally. This course gives you that opportunity. The opportunity to learn and grow as better informed American citizens serving as Ambassadors of our great nation here in the Middle East. Have a CAS-tastic month and ask yourself – how will you serve our nation, your family and your battle buddy this month and every month from here on out. A stronger YOU is a STRONGER us! Army Strong.

Earla L. ReddockCommand Sergeant Major

Area Support Group - Qatar

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As the air cools and actual daylight hours get shorter, something else begins…school. In September, school aged children and teenagers go back to school and in October millions of young adults get ready to begin the fall semester. For some, it’s an exciting time as they get closer to degree completion or the start of their first college class. For all, its excitement mixed with trepidation; looking forward to the classes, the discussion, and learning something new mixed in with the fear of taking exams. During my undergrad years, I often theorized the importance of tests. I wondered aloud if they were really needed, especially if I came to class every day. Then one day it hit me. Tests are not designed to create unnecessary stress; they are designed to gauge one’s knowledge of the subject and used and as feedback for the professor and the school administration. Once I changed my perception of tests, they became easier and I can honestly say I did a lot better in both studying and preparing for them. However, a perception change in and of itself did not improve my ability to take and do very well on tests. Candidly speaking, I had to change my study habits as well. Getting up at 0300 and studying until 0800 did not work well for a test at 1700. Recently I read an article by Dunlosky John, Rawson Katherine A., Marsh Elizabeth J., Nathan Mitchell J., Willingham

Daniel T. “How We Learn.” Scientific American Mind. September/October 2013: 47-53. Print. The subject of the article was about study techniques that can accelerate learning versus some that are frankly just a waste of time. Here is a quick look at what the study revealed: SELF-TESTING: Quizzing yourself How it works: Practice test are done by students on their own by using either the sample questions at the end of a textbook chapter or using different methods to build on testing, by using notes, word pairs, etc., prior to the test. When does it work? Anyone from preschoolers to fourth-year medical students to middle age adults can benefit from practice testing. Is it Practical? Yes, it requires very little training and modest amount of time.DISTRIBUTED PRACTICE: For best results, spread your study over time How it works: Spread studying over a period of time versus the vice “mass” which we know as “cramming.” Distributed learning over time is much more effective. When does it work? Undergraduates, older adults, and children as young as three years old benefit. Distributed practice is effective for learning foreign vocabulary, word definitions and even skills such as mathematics, music and surgery. Is it practical? Yes, but a definite plan is needed, as well as motivation to overcome the urge to procrastinate. What doesn’t work? Highlighting, it is simple and quick, but does little to improve performance. Rereading shows some benefit and makes modest demands on time, but has not proven to strengthen comprehension. Obviously not every student studies the same way or learns the same. It’s important to find what works for you. Good luck to all the undergrads returning to school or taking their first undergrad course. As a parting short, I share this with you. Having good study habits, discipline, guarding study-time, and finding learning techniques that work for you are the keys to success. Undergrad years are fun and so is learning new concepts, meeting new people, and more importantly, discovering more about one self. Enjoy the journey. Have an “Aha Moment” every day. I am committed to making CAS better tomorrow…today.

Soldiers Speak OutWhat concessionare would you like to see on CAS?

Staff Sgt. Andy Konon said, “I would like to see something like U.S. Patriot, a military and law enforcement supplier.”

Spc. Thomas Vargas said, “I would like a store that is like a Best Buy.”

Staff Sgt. Richard Emanuelsen said, “a store with a selection of sporting equipment, would be nice, so we can stay active on base.”

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Doha, Qatar- The 308th United States Army Medical Material Center- Southwest Asia was one of the many units on Camp As Sayliyah that par-ticipated in the Quarterly Unit Sports Competition. After three months of battling in the top three places, MED-LOG came out on top as champions of the competition with a total cumu-lative point standing of 6,150 points. The second and third place champi-ons were the 3-116th Bravo Com-pany with 5,450 points and 3-116th HQ/HHB with 3,050 points. Sgt. Inti Chabert, the Army Physi-cal Fitness Test noncommissioned officer in charge for the MEDLOG, gave his opinion as to what he thinks helped lead to the unit’s overall win. “The MEDLOG win was earned by a driven leadership, driven Soldiers, and an overall cohesive unit that works well together. I often saw Soldiers encouraging their battle buddy to try events that were for-

eign to them, saying, ‘It will be fun.’ or ‘I’ve always wanted to try that.’ Because of this, many Soldiers from the MEDLOG Team were eager to broaden their horizons, attain new skills, and even find new passions. This is what I feel led to the MED-LOG win.” The competition offered a variety of events that catered to the likes of all Soldiers such as team events, individual events, sports events, and board games. Included in these choices were the CAS 5K run and walk, swimming relays, basketball competitions, dominoes, tennis, and scrabble, just to name a few. Ltc. Victor Suarez, commander of USAMMC-SWA, and an avid participant in the competition, states he enjoyed the aquatic events most because, “…MEDLOG had a bunch of Soldiers who tried to learn how to swim better and it showed throughout the season in the swim races, relays and water polo events. SGT Chabert was instrumental in helping many of us become better swimmers through

better stroke and technique and it helped MEDLOG consistently win or place.” When asked if he enjoyed the dif-ferent array of events in the compe-tition, Suarez responded, “I really enjoyed the variety of events. The MWR [Morale, Welfare and Rec-reation] staff ensured that whether you’re a physically talented athlete or enjoyed games at the Top Off, that a variety of events were included. It often inspired people to try some-thing they’ve never done before and step outside of their comfort zone--something we need more of in the Army because it helps build dynamic and courageous leaders.” The Quarterly Unit Sports Com-petition was a huge success. It fostered even greater unit cohesion within the MEDLOG while building relationships with other units that we associate with on a daily basis. It’s great to have so many opportunities available to Soldiers, especially in a deployed environment.

By U.S. Army Sgt. Robynn SorianoCustomer Support NCO 308th MEDLOG

MEDLOG takes home the quarterly sports championship

(Photo by Jonald Lalas)

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Patriot Day Remembrance 2013Camp As Sayliyah

(Photos by Jonald Lalas)

Patriot Day 2013

A day to remember... Where were you?

Camp As Sayliyah

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Living and working in Qatar for the last four years has taught me many things, and often I forget that new arrivals in town haven’t learned the ‘things’ yet. Since I live off base and have my family here, I know people from all over the world. Many of them think I am crazy, because I make a lot of the cleaning supplies that I use in my house. One of my friends recently asked why I make my laundry detergent rather than just buying what is at the market since many of the brands are familiar in the United Kingdom and the United States. I explained that just because the name on the container was the same, it did not necessarily mean that the contents were the same. The brands here are not held to the same standards as they are in the U.S. and the U.K. The chemical makeup, while similar, may not be the same. It was not even a week later when my neighbor was frantically pounding on the door, because someone needed help. I ran three doors down to find my friend react-ing to a product that she had used for years in the U.K. which was now available here. The results were first degree chemical burns on her hands. It would have been worse if she had not remembered my warn-ings and reacted quickly. I now teach many of my friends how to

make their own products to clean and do their laundry. And when someone new moves in on our block, one of the first things our little welcoming committee does is introduce them to me. They pass on their warnings and experi-ences. The nice thing about this is the information has now passed beyond our circle, and I hope that everyone continues spreading the word; helping to make the tran-sition for someone new a little easier. On that note, I will leave you with this little reminder…just because the name is the same as your favorite brand; it does not mean it has the same content that you area accustom. For more information about making your own products, check out the “The Green Guide” on the Camp As Sayliyah Environmental page located on the intranet.

The name is the same, but…

Story by Heather Collins-Proctor ASG-QA, Installation Environmental ComplianceExelis, QBOSS

Basic Laundry Soap Powder

This will do an average of 6 loads of laundry but it can easily be doubled.

Ingredients

1 cup of washing soda 1 cup of scented baking soda (you achieve this by adding the essential oil of your choice)1 cup of soap flakes or finely grated pure bar soap

Combine the ingredients together in a heavy plastic container for storage. Use ½ cup of detergent for your average load of laundry.

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Exelis conducts FEMA training on Camp As SayliyahDOHA, Qatar - John Britt the ASG-QA Medical Services Manager, lead two FEMA courses designed to provide training to personnel who require advanced knowledge and application of the Incident Command System. The course covered a broad set of topics and incorporated both military and civilians who would be first responders and coordinators in the event of an emergency.

Be ready 0600 October 19th, 2013 by signing up at the Big Gym,Run individually or in relay teams of 3!

Want to register early? Contact Capt. Nicholas Soroka at nicholas.a.soroka.mil@mail.mil or at DSN 432 3016

Army 10-Miler on Camp As Sayliyah!

(Photos by Alfred Tripolone III)

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Command Sgt. Major Stephan Frennier visits Camp As SayliyahThird Army, US Army Central, Command Sergeant Major

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Third Army, US Army Central, Command Sergeant Major

(Photos by Jonald Lalas)

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SUPPORT (continued from page 1)

just a small facet of what ASG-QA has done since 1994.” Setting off on a new endeavor Soldiers from the 143rd Sustain-ment Command (Expeditionary), an Army Reserve unit from Or-lando, Florida, arrived on CAS in late August. Their mission is to conduct sustainment planning for contingency operations through-out their AOR. The support from ASG-QA was critical to the suc-cess of this mission. “When Col. Wozniak and I re-ceived the brief on why the 143rd ESC was coming and what they needed, the key thing for me was

to make sure we had the barracks space and a bed available for ev-ery Soldier,” said Reddock. “And ensure we gave the 143rd ESC a location where they could conduct their mission. We ensured their Soldiers were well taken care of so the command could focus on the mission.” Fatigued from a more than 17 hour journey here, the group of 143rd ESC Soldiers welcomed the smooth transition onto CAS. “I think the most important thing to do in preparing for a new ten-ant unit’s arrival is the way we bring them onto CAS,” said Red-

(Photo by Mr. Jeremiah J. Clark)

dock. “When we found out when the 143rd ESC was coming, we ensured transportation was set up, rooms were ready, and the se-nior leadership was met and taken care of. We had a reception for the 143rd the first night they arrived. If people feel they are part of a team and valued, they really want to do more.” “It was incumbent upon us to make sure the 143rd ESC knew all of the things that were available to them on CAS,” said Wozniak. “We provided them with the office space and furnishings they needed, but we really tried to see how we could make their move onto CAS seamless.” An element from the 135th Sus-tainment Command (Expedition-ary) and the 143rd ESC arrived weeks prior to start preparing for the main groups arrival. The ele-ments worked closely with ASG-QA to identify and communicate what needs were required. “I did not think the office space was going to be this big. I was pleasantly surprised,” said Lt. Col. William Schermerhorn, distribu-tion management chief, 143rd ESC. “The 135th ESC did a great job of communicating our needs to ASG-QA.” The 143rd ESC, having only a small group to accomplish the de-manding workload of its monu-mental operation, received help from the 135th ESC and ASG-QA to ease distractions, allowing Sol-diers to better focus on their mis-sion. “My main job in preparing for the 143rd ESC’s arrival was to identify shortcomings and issues as far as resources. I think every-thing worked very smoothly,” said Bornn. “The level of professional-

DOHA, Qatar—Soldiers from the 143rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) help rotate medical supplies and inventory a warehouse here on Sept. 12, 2013.The Soldiers volunteered to help for two weeks during the medical logistics inventory. The warehouse serves as a site which allows quicker deployment of equipment and goods to forward areas of operation; it is essential that stock is rotated and inventoried constantly.

(Photo by Spc. Aaron Ellerman)

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(Photo by Mr. Jeremiah J. Clark)

ism I see among the units is amaz-ing.” Bornn emphasized the impor-tance of ASG-QA supporting the 143rd ESC Soldiers, which are managing higher levels of respon-sibility, many of whom are the only point of contact for their sec-tion. “The Soldiers are doing a real world mission that is more focused here and they all took on a signifi-cant amount of responsibility,” said Bornn. Soldiers of the 143rd ESC par-ticipate in many activities on camp during resiliency periods. CAS offers a plethora of things for Soldiers to do including monthly running events, miniature golf, bowling, a digital movie theater, off-post trips sponsored by the Morale, Welfare and Recreation

office and more. With tensions in the region ris-ing, the need for the 143rd ESC to conduct real world exercises and planning missions is imperative. With the support from the 135th ESC and ASG-QA, the 143rd ESC turned bare walls and carpet into an efficient and productive opera-tions center where they execute their mission while maintaining communication with other ele-ments spread throughout the re-gion. Having an operational center in Qatar allows the 143rd ESC and its counterparts to come together in a strategic centralized location. “I was shocked at the number of strategic partners that were here,” said Schermerhorn. “It’s great when you can walk over and talk to a person face to face.”

ASG-QA was pivotal in helping the 143rd ESC become operation-al and provided support at every opportunity. “ASG-QA was over here on a constant basis making sure ev-erything was functioning,” said Schermerhorn. “They have been extremely responsive.” During its stay on CAS, the 143rd ESC established many great rela-tionships with the units it worked with. “What I really like about the 143rd ESC is that they jumped in and became a part of the CAS team immediately,” said Wozniak. “With the 143rd ESC, 135th ESC and ASG-QA all working togeth-er, I know there is no limit to what can be done.”

DOHA, Qatar— Soldiers of the 143rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) conduct a Rehearsal of Concept drill here on Sept. 20. The ROC drill simulates how the 143rd ESC provides sustainment support for contingency operations throughout their area of responsibility. Among those in attendance were Maj. Gen. Kurt J. Stein, commander of the 1st Sustainment Command (Theater) and Brig. Gen. Bryan W. Wampler, commander of the 143rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), who offered insights and advice to the group.

(Photo by Spc. Aaron Ellerman)

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CAS Housing Contact Information:

Camp As SayliyahBase Operator: 4460-9869 + 7 Digit Ext

Building 418 Front Desk: 432-2663

Building 106A Front Desk: 432-2351

Director of Public Works: 432-2391

Housing Director: 432-2392

Fire: 432-2758 or 5588-2801

Police: 432-3534 Or 432-2337

Troop Medical Clinic: 432-2255 or 432-3506

Exelis Housing Staff:

Supervisor: Margarita Rasool432-2700

Asst. Housing Supervisor: Sharyn Adams432-2351

Off Post Housing Specialist: Samantha Navo432-2700

On Post Housing Specialist: Jesusita Flores432-2663

Hello my fellow Camp As Sayli-yah Bookworms! It is getting cooler out now, and I am starting my prepa-rations to leave CAS and return to my awaiting family at Fort Polk. This is my last official book review for you, but I have something special in mind for next month (wait and see!). This month a book on the New York Times Bestseller List caught my eye, and when I read the synopsis I was already enthralled. “The Girl You Left Behind” by Jojo Moyes, moved me in a special way. Maybe it’s because I was once the Army wife whose husband deployed to

war zones and left me behind or maybe because I am a softie for good books. But it was extremely hard for me to put this one down at night to get some sleep. In “The Girl You Left Behind,” several ideas are explored as we take a look through the eyes of not only young Sophie, a French woman in 1916 whose husband left her be-hind to go to war, but also through the eyes of Liv, an English woman in 2013 who is widowed for a couple of years and struggling to make ends meet. Although nearly a hundred years spans this story, both women are tied together by a painting that Sophie’s husband made of her. The painting became an extremely valu-able piece of Sophies’s husband’s collection. This painting caught the eye of the Herr Kommandant who took control of the French town in which Sophie and her family lived. Years later in 1977, Liv’s husband, David, bought the painting for her in Barcelona. The question of ownership of the painting comes into play as several layers of Sophie’s story are revealed, and Liv’s life is pulled apart by ex-tended members of Sophie’s family as they claim that the painting was taken with force by the Germans and should rightfully be theirs. As I read the book, I found my-self taking both sides until the very end when all was revealed. I cer-tainly hope that you read this book and look within yourself to ask what you would do in order to save your-self or your significant other. And if they were already passed into the next life, what would you sacrifice to keep in their memory? Have a great month!

Book Review:“The Girl You Left Behind” By U.S. ArmySgt. Sarah Maxwell,ASG-QA, PMO COPS Administrator

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Heineken Even though it stands amongst the most popular beers in the world, both by volume and distribution, Heineken can’t shake its reputation as a skunky, odd-tasting, and uniquely…ahem…‘aromatic’ pale lager. Once you’re accustomed to the flavor, you’ll find it very light, crisp, and superbly refreshing; however, every sip between now and that point will probably be a struggle. This well-known problem is due entirely to Heineken’s use of green glass in their bottling. UV Light is the enemy of beer, and green glass lets every particle of UV light proceed to do its damage. The light interacts with the hop oils and produces sulfur, which is well known for its ‘rotten egg’ smell, and a chemical whose 20 letter name is shortened to MBT. MBT gives off a smell described as “skunky” because it’s chemically similar to skunk spray. The human nose has gotten very good at detecting those chemicals over the years, to the extent that you can detect one Billionth of a gram of MBT in 12 oz. of beer as easily as you can detect the presence of a skunk somewhere in your neighborhood. Thankfully, the Heineken available here is on tap, which avoids the ‘Green Bottle Effect’ completely. Stainless steel kegs block all light, so the pure flavor

of the beer is retained from the brewery to the keg to the pour. If you’ve tried it in the states, you’ll notice a great improvement in the aroma and flavor. Appearance-Pale s t raw colored, with an effervescent head that settles relatively quickly but leaves lacing that follows throughout the drink. Aroma-Kegged Heineken, without the skunky smell to interfere, has a warm and pleasant malty aroma, followed by a grassy hop aromas that you ‘sense their presence’ rather than smell. Flavor - Crisp, clean, and very noticeable dry (as opposed to sweet) maltiness hits first. The sweetness is cut by an enjoyably bitter flavor that follows through to the aftertaste. These bitter flavors are the ones destroyed by UV light, so if you’re enjoying the bottled variety the bitterness will be less pronounced. Mouthfeel -The light body, high carbonation, and a lingering aftertaste leave a lingering pleasant effect. Drinkability-Predictable and consistent. I’ve had Heineken on four continents, and it’s always tasted the same. Good with pretty much any food, and with any kind of company. Until next month, remember to celebrate diversity in your drinks but always enjoy them responsibly.

The Gnarly BarleyBy Mr. James HobbsBeer Connoisseur, ASG-QA

ASG Pearl Endurance Challenge Participants

W.S. WozniakE. L. ReddockAndrew SandersMarkeiths BeardJonathan KovachDerrick DavisMark GarciaErnest WilburnShanna CharlesCarlos RocksheadNicholas SorokaBrian DespainTyler Rosenecker

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Power of encouragementBy U.S. Army Master Sgt.Montgomery MillerInstallation Master Fitness Instructor, ASG-QA

DOHA, Qatar - One of the best things anyone can do when trying to stay fit is to surround themselves with positive people. We all know working out can be very debilitating on you mentally and physically when you’re not in the mood to train. Everyone has different reasons to work out and it can range from passing and scoring a 300 on the annual Army Physical Training Test, reducing body fat, or being able to wear a two piece bathing suit without people laughing. I’m a firm believer in having a support group when you set fitness goals for yourself. It is the days when you do not feel like working out that your support group encourages you to accomplish your goal. Everyone is motivated to achieve their fitness goals, but sometimes motivation isn’t enough to get you through the workout. There is a lot of power in words of encouragement. Words can make people believe in themselves when no one else does. Words of encouragement will give you the energy to complete that last repetition on a push-up or dig

down deep to win a foot race. We all know words alone will not be enough to help you bench press 300 pounds, especially if you haven’t trained for it. Having a support group is what will help you get through the hard times when your confidence and motivation is lacking. As the Installation Master Fitness Trainer, I train everyone mentally, as well as physically, because my workouts are tough enough already. It is the little things that make a difference in someone’s confidence, and that can be the difference in scoring 250 on the APFT or 300. I will never tell someone they can’t do something, because who am I to judge? When Muhammad Ali fought Sonny Liston in 1964 no one gave Ali a chance to win the fight. There

were only a few people in his camp that thought he could pull off this huge upset. At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter what others believe. Only what they get YOU to believe. If you believe in you, I guarantee you will be successful no matter what you set out to achieve.

Editor’s Note: The information in this article represent Master Sgt. Miller’s experience as a fitness instructor. Individual results can vary please consult your doctor before starting a new fitness program.

FITNESS

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MWR Operating Hours

• Main and Small GymsOpen all day, every day

• Cyber Cafe, Phone Ctr.Open all day, every day

• Video Hut9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Swimming Pool5:30 a.m. to midnight, closed for cleaning 9 to 10:30 a.m.

• Mini Golf Course6 a.m. to midnight

• Driving Range8 a.m. to midnight

MWR Hours

MWR events and more!

MWR Key StaffMWR Director Mr. Antoine T. Randall DSN: 432-3033

MWR NCOIC U.S. Army Master Sgt.Montgomery MillerDSN: 432-3755

Community Services ManagerGina Gutzy DSN: 432-3758

CAS Fitness InstructorChester De GuzmanDSN: 432-3760

RUN TO DUBAI CHALLANGEthroughout October.

Fitness class schedule:Gina Gutzy: Spinning class - 6:00 p.m. Monday and Wednesday.

Chester De Guzman: Tae Bo - 6:00 a.m. Saturday, Monday and Wednesday.

Spinning class - 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Monday and Wednesday.

4:30 p.m.Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.

6:00 p.m. Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.

To register for these events or any MWRsponsored trip, stop by the MWR office, in building 109, Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or call DSN: 432-3049.

You can register for trips up to three days prior to the trip departure date. Payment is required at the time you register for any trip.

MWR

Labor Day 5k Run / Walk Winners(2 September 2013)

Men’s Run:1st Place: Austin Hodes 19:43 2nd Place: Victor Suarez 20:463rd Place: William Schuyler 21:25

Men’s Walk:1st Place: Justin Vanhoy 32:402nd Place: Ward Gros 36:303rd Place: James Graves 40:40

Women’s Run:1st Place: Robyn Soriano 21:06 2nd Place: Marlyn Banzon 24:14 3rd Place: Jessica Greathouse 24:45

Women’s Walk:1st Place: Josephine Lees 42:512nd Place: Pamela Corvin 43:263rd Place: Sarah Maxwell 44:11

Total Number of Participants: 378

Patriot Day 5k Run / Walk Winners(11 September 2013)

Men’s Run:1st Place: David Smith 19:56 2nd Place: Michael West 20:423rd Place: Rui Hu Wu 20:50

Men’s Walk:1st Place: Jayson Jhonson 35:302nd Place: Scott Dunn 38:323rd Place: James Grave 39:40

Women’s Run:1st Place: April Rountree 22:20 2nd Place: Jessica Greathouse 22:39 3rd Place: Marlyn Banzon 23:22

Women’s Walk:1st Place: Jaquelyn Waddell 37:462nd Place: Pamela Corbin 42:403rd Place: Sarah Maxwell 44:51

Total Number of Participants: 414

Capt. Thomas Freedman carries the guidon during the CAS Labor Day 5k Run/Walk.

(Photo compliments of the 143rd)

We would like your feedback!The editorial content is the respon-sibility of the Area Support Group-Qatar Public Affairs Office, located in building 112. General comments should be addressed to the PAO Mail box at: usarmy.as-sayliyah.asg-mbx.qatassa-asg-pao-group@mail.mil or calling DSN (318) 432-2572 or (318) 432 - 2800.

September starts the Combined Federal Campaign Overseas with a kickoff celebration at Chili’s on the 16th.

For more information contact Capt. Tyler RoseneckerDSN: 432-4911Email: tyler.j.rosenecker.mil@mail.mil