Fitness in the summer: tips to beat the heat

Senior Airman Christian Manning, Air University A4/6 Logistics and Programming computer programmer completes a set of diamond pushups at the Maxwell Gym Annex Wednesday. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

Construction continues at Dickinson gate

Contracted construction workers LeQuinton Orum and Keith Johnson begin assembly of a support beam for Gunter Annex’s new front gate Monday. The gate, located on Congressman W L Dickinson in Montgomery, Ala., is expected to be completed in November. The new gate will provide the 42nd Security Forces Squadron more protection from the elements and vehicle inspection capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz)

A day in the life of an OTS trainee

Trainees study their academic work while waiting in line to get necessary items at Maxwell July 3. Trainees are responsible to memorizing information that they study in any available down time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)

A day in the life of an OTS trainee

Trainees fill their bags July 3 with things they will need for their 13 weeks at Maxwell. Trainees get all of their clothing and necessary items together as a flight on their second day of their time, here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)

A day in the life of an OTS trainee

Trainees fill their bags July 3 with things they will need for their 13 weeks at Maxwell. Trainees get all of their clothing and necessary items together as a flight on their second day of their time, here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)

ABW welcomes new commander

The 42nd Air Base Wing change of command ceremony was held at Air Park on Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. on June 28. Lieutenant General David Fadok, Air University commander and president presided over the ceremony, where former 42nd ABW commander Col. Brian Killough reliquinshed command to Col. Trent Edwards (U.S Air Force photo by Donna L. Burnett)

ABW welcomes new commander

Lieutenant General David S. Fadok, commander and president of Air University presides over the 42nd Air Base Wing change of command, where former 42nd ABW commander Col. Brian Killough relinquishes command to incoming commander Col. Trent Edwards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melanie Rodgers Cox)

ABW welcomes new commander

The 42nd Air Base Wing change of command ceremony was held at Air Park on Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. Thursday June 28. Lt. Gen David Fadok, Air University commander and president presided over the ceremony. Colonel Brian Killough reliquinshed command to Col. Trent Edwards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Donna L. Burnett)

ABW welcomes new commander

Lieutenant Gen. David S. Fadok, commander and president of Air University presides over the 42nd Air Base Wing change of command, where 42nd ABW commander Col. Brian Killough relinquishes command to Col Trent Edwards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melanie Rodgers Cox)

ABW welcomes new commander

Lieutenant Gen. David S. Fadok, commander and president of Air University presides over the 42nd Air Base Wing change of command, where 42nd ABW commander Col. Brian Killough relinquishes command to Col Trent Edwards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melanie Rodgers Cox)

ABW welcomes new commander

Lt. Gen. David Fadok, commander and president of the Air University passes the colors to Col. Trent Edwards as Col. Edwards assumed command of the 42nd Air Base Wing on June 28. (Air Force photo by Melanie Rodgers Cox)

International families graduate from orientation program

Emilse Julio displays her formal Colombian dress with Colombian air force Lt. Col. Juan Ramirez during the International Family Orientation Program graduation held July 3. IFOP classes are designed to familiarize spouses, children and other family members of International Officers with the customs and culture of the local area and the United States, and gives them a chance to meet and socialize with each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Blankenship)