Mind, Body, Battle Ready
A Focus on Tactical Health
Physical Activity and Mental Health
12 June - 1000-1100 hrs - CFHSTC Theatre
Physical activity is a powerful tool for building mental resilience and enhancing overall well-being—both critical components of operational effectiveness in the Canadian Armed Forces. This presentation will explore the strong connection between movement and mental health, highlighting how regular physical activity can reduce stress, improve mood, enhance cognitive function, and support recovery. Participants will gain practical strategies for integrating movement into their daily routines, regardless of fitness level or schedule. Through education and evidence-based guidance, this session promotes a proactive approach to mental health, reinforcing the foundation of a strong, focused, and battle-ready force.
Mental Health in a Male Dominated Workforce
17 June - Waterloo Officers' Mess
Guest Speaker Trevor Mayoh
https://www.nextgenmen.ca/about#about-team
This interactive workshop, "Mental Health in a Male Dominated Workforce," is designed to equip your team with practical tools for building trust and open dialogue in environments like yours. We'll start by clearly defining psychological safety – exploring what it truly means to feel safe not just to speak up, but also to show up authentically as yourself.
We'll then explore the real, tangible benefits of creating such an environment – focusing on "what's in it for you" and the team, highlighting how it impacts everything from communication to performance and overall well-being. The core of the session will provide straightforward, practical strategies you can use daily to help create psychologically safe spaces, both for yourself and for others around you.
Through hands-on practice during the workshop, you won't just learn these concepts; you'll apply them. You'll leave with concrete techniques and personalized plans ready to implement, fostering deeper conversations, stronger connections, and a more supportive team dynamic.
Senior Leaders - 1000-1130 hrs
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Open to all - 1300-1430 hrs (first come first serve)
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An Essential Guide to Men's Health
24 June - 1200-1300 hrs - CFHSTC Theatre
Optimizing men’s health is essential to sustaining performance, resilience, and mission readiness across the CAF. This presentation offers a practical and comprehensive overview of key men’s health issues, with a focus on promotion, prevention, and management.
Topics will include mental health, cardiovascular health, prostate and reproductive health, musculoskeletal concerns, and strategies for injury and disease prevention. Attendees will be equipped with actionable tools and CAF-specific resources to take charge of their health. This session aims to translate awareness into action, strengthening both individual well-being and collective force readiness.
Mind, Body, Battle Ready Challenge
26 June - Buell Fitness and Aquatic Centre
The Mind, Body, Battle Ready Challenge will be the final event for this campaign. Teams will have to complete a series of surprise stations and challenges that they will find while trekking through a grueling 5 km route. These stations will consist of a variety of both physical and mental challenges, where your team will have to work together to persevere and complete this challenge.
Challenge Details:
· 26 June from 0800-1100 hrs
· Buell Fitness and Aquatic Centre
· Teams of 4-6 individuals
· Over $1, 000 in Prizes
· Registration Required (Team Captain only is required to register)
· Open for Military members
Join us for this final event to conclude the Mind, Body, Battle Ready Campaign!
Register now!!!
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