Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (Par Q)
Need for Physical Fitness
To ensure a fit, ready for duty workforce, the Health
Promotion Program’s Physical Fitness component is intended to assist
personnel with assessing their current fitness status and design an
exercise program to enhance or maintain their current level of fitness.
The HP program can assist commands with developing a unit fitness
instruction to encourage participation in regular physical training
required by Commandant Policy. The Health Promotion Program also provides
oversight and subject matter expertise in the development of Coast Guard
wide fitness standards required to qualify for assignment to certain
units.
Services and Resources Available
Coast Guard Athleticism Program
(CGAP)
CGAP was built upon the principles of the National Academy of
Sports Medicine (NASM) and Athletes' Performance Institute (API). CGAP
begins at the intermediate stages of training.
Contact CG SUPRT Health Coaching at 855-CGSUPRT (855-247-8778) or www.CGSUPRT.com. Telephonic coaches can assist members with overcoming barriers to achieving weight-loss goals through lifestyle changes. Additional information is available in the Weight Management section.
Go to the Human Performance Resource Center (HPRC) website at http://hprc-online.org/, where information is available on a variety of health subjects such as nutrition and exercise
Physical Fitness Help Programs, sponsored by the Office of Work-Life Health Promotion Manager.
Policies Regarding Physical Fitness
As an important factor in mission readiness and an essential component of
total wellness, physical fitness should be strongly encouraged at all levels
of the command. The following items provide a brief outline for commands
regarding CG policy for engaging in physical activity. For more information
about policies regarding physical activity during the work day, see Chapter
Four of the Coast Guard Health Promotion Manual -
COMDTINST M6200.1C.
For Active Duty Members: | Commands shall allow a minimum of 180 minutes per week during the work day to carry out activities outlined in the member’s Personal Fitness Plan. Active duty members must engage in physical fitness activities for a minimum 180 minutes per week. |
For Civilian Employees: | Commands/supervisors may allow up to 180 minutes per week during the work day to carry out activities outlined in the civilian member’s Personal Fitness Plan. |
FAQs on Physical Fitness Study
Results: Active Duty Phase One Fitness Study
Program References
The following references provide details of the
Physical Fitness Program:
Related Web Sites
The following web sites provide information related to the
Physical Fitness Program:
Point of Contact
If you are unable to contact the Health Promotion Manager on your
Regional Work-Life Staff, or need additional
assistance beyond the information provided here, please contact the
Headquarters Health Promotions Program Manager, Tim Merrell at (202)
475-5146, fax (202) 475-5907, or email at
Timothy.M.Merrell@uscg.mil.