www.flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 1 | Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Up From the Ranks: Navy Medicine’s Mustangs It has been estimated that nearly a third of all active-duty officers in Navy Medicine today once served in the enlisted ranks. Of course, in the U.S. military today these individuals are better known as“mustangs”or“mustang officers.” Page A4 VOL. 31, NO. 22, Norfolk, VA | flagshipnews.com
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U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Adasha Hendrix, the assistant command fitness leader for USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), educates U.S. Navy Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Courtney Poole about proper form in weight lifting in Norfolk, Virginia May 30, 2023. Hendrix holds National powerlifting records in deadlift, bench press and squat categories. (U.S. NAVY PHOTOS BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS JORDAN GRIMES)
USS Iwo Jima Sailor lifts up shipmates By MC2 Jordan Grimes NORFOLK, Va. — Sweat drips down her brow as she gets ready to lift the weights in front of her. Over 150 pounds rest on the bar. A few deep breaths; a few seconds to prepare her mind, then three, two, one, lift. Aviation Ordnanceman 2nd Class Adasha Hendrix is the Assistant Command Fitness Leader (ACFL) for USS Iwo Jima, and she holds National powerlifting records in deadlift, bench press and squat. She uses the skills and mindset she has acquired in her powerlifting journey to motivate her fellow Sailors to consistently reach their fitness goals. Hendrix said the main challenge she faces in helping others is remembering each person responds best to a different motivation and training styles. “The way that I am with myself - I get angry when I don’t meet my goal at the time that I said I was going to meet it,” said Hendrix. “Having that mindset as an ACFL is tough because you’re supposed to help [Sailors] get their fitness goals, so I can be a little harsh sometimes.” One Sailor Hendrix has been able to help is Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Courtney Poole. Poole said she started her fitness journey with Hendrix after the birth of her son, and she said she has learned the importance of staying active during their time together. “[Hendrix] is a beast,” said Poole. “She is probably one of the most determined people I have ever met. It’s hard not to feed off of that, and that makes it a lot easier to find your own motivation.” Hendrix continues to train for powerlifting by working out twice a day, proving to herself and her shipmates that hard work and dedication can get anyone above and beyond their goals.
Adasha Hendrix shows U.S. Navy Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Courtney Poole which muscles she should be engaging for a specific exercise in Norfolk, Virginia May 30, 2023.
NSA Hampton Roads Unaccompanied Housing facilities recognized as Platinum A-List Award winners By Katisha Draughn-Fraguada
Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads Public Affairs
Unaccompanied Housing (UH) facilities at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads-Portsmouth and Northwest Annex were recently recognized for their results from the Commander, Navy Installations Command Tenant Satisfaction Survey. Both UHs were recognized as the Platinum A-List Award Winner for Excellence in Customer Service. “I am very proud of both teams at the UH facilities at Portsmouth and Northwest Annex,” said Capt. Matt Frauenzimmer, Commanding Officer of NSA Hampton Roads. “They work hard each day and do an amazing job taking care of the military members who call these places home. They
are truly dedicated to getting to know each of the residents and ensuring that they are meeting their needs. That is exceptional customer service and I am happy that they are receiving this special recognition.” The surveys are conducted by CEL & Associates, Inc. worldwide for all Navy UH facilities. Residents are encouraged to rate their facility and management team on a variety of facility and customer service measures. “It feels amazing to know that we received this award,” said Denise Burke, UH Installation Program Director at Portsmouth Annex. “Our UH team works hard to ensure that we maintain our culture of outstanding customer service every day and we are all proud to do so. This is a team effort and it takes each one of us doing our
BLDG 282 Front: The Unaccompanied Housing facility at the Portsmouth Annex. (COURTESY PHOTO)
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Approximately 30 women, assigned to the 180-person engineering department aboard the world’s largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), continue to make strides for future generations of female Sailors in the engineering field. Page A2
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