![]() ![]() Women account for 14.5% of all active soldiers in the U.S. The power of talking cannot be overstated. This can have an over-whelming positive impact on a veteran’s mental health and state of mind. It’s important for vets afflicted with these conditions to speak and socialize with other veterans in the same condition. These are conditions which many people in the general population are unable to relate to. ![]() Many veterans contend with limb loss, chronic wounds and paralysis.It is difficult to prevent these conditions after active duty but early detection may result in a longer life expectancy or a higher quality of life and be less of a financial burden. Veterans are also at a higher risk of developing deafness or hearing loss, chronic lung conditions and auto immune disorders like lupus and multiple sclerosis.Maintaining a healthy diet low in refined carbohydrates and sugars may also decrease your chance of developing T2 diabetes. If you think you are at risk of developing T2 diabetes, you should seek medical attention. There is evidence that this is due to exposure to certain chemicals including Agent Orange. Veterans are more likely to suffer from Type 2 diabetes than other groups.Your emotional health is just as important as your physical health. The important thing is to not suffer in silence and to not feel too proud to ask for help. Specialized treatments are available for people suffering from PTSD but people can also help themselves by interacting with others or joining a support group. If untreated, PTSD could lead to heart palpitations, panic disorders, negative thoughts and suicide. When we hear about health issues in veterans, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is often cited as the main disorder affecting vets.Some injuries and conditions picked up while in combat may have long lasting effects on a person’s health so a special health and fitness plan may be required. It is important to stay fit and healthy even if you are no longer in the army. Too much fat and sugar can lead to weight gain and developing some of the conditions that could prevent you from being deployed so it’s important to watch what you eat. Portions are carefully measured and rationed but it may still be possible for soldiers to overindulge. Soldiers have hundreds of food options to choose from when on an army base. Eat a balanced diet and stay hydrated.From your head to your toes, your whole body needs to be in peak condition. Develop or follow a plan that contains cardio exercise, endurance exercises, strength exercises and exercises that promote flexibility. Your fitness regimen should include exercises that will work out your whole body.If you feel pain or start to feel ill, stop your workout. Try and avoid injury by wearing proper equipment and drinking plenty of water, especially if training in extreme heat. Train with a partner and make sure you both warm up and stretch correctly. Stay safe when exercising or training.If you have a family history or think you are at risk of developing a medical condition, catching symptoms early could stop the illness from developing into something full-blown. Conditions like asthma, heart disease, diabetes and musculoskeletal complaints could prevent you from being deployed. Make sure you go to a physician for regular checkups.If you are a soldier who wants to be deployed there are some key measures you should take to ensure you are deemed fit for combat: Certain medical conditions will prevent a soldier from being deployed and soldiers need to demonstrate that they are physically and mentally fit for deployment. There are fitness standards that a soldier must pass in order to be suitable for active duty. Here are our top tips for soldiers as a thank you for all their service. However, from time to time we all need some help or advice on how we can improve our health and fitness levels. Many of the soldiers we know are some of the fittest people we have ever met. In honor of Memorial Day, we are dedicating our blog to the all the men and women who have served in the U.S. ![]()
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