 Human Performance Program assessment and education, and injury preventative
measures.
The Human Performance Program (HPP) is a
component of the Preservation of the Force and
Family (POTFF) initiative. It is a holistic program
that is proactive in nature and intended to secure,
protect and enhance the health and performance of
the Air Commando. It is comprised of a group of
physiological experts whose purpose is to identify
and address the issues that contribute to job-related
injuries through physical training, physical therapy
and education of the human body.
 HPP Team Composition
Physical Therapist (PT) – allied health
professional that, by using evidence-based
modalities, treats conditions of chronic and acute
pain, soft tissue injuries, arthritis, gait disorders
and physical impairments of musculoskeletal,
neurological and endocrinological origins.
Physical therapy is used to improve a patient’s
physical functions through hands-on techniques of
physical examination, diagnosis, prognosis,
physical intervention, rehabilitation and patient
education.
Athletic Trainer (AT) – certified and licensed
health care professional who practices in the field
of sports medicine. Athletic training has been
recognized by the American Medical Association
(AMA) as an allied health care profession since
1990. ATs collaborate with physicians to optimize
activity and quality of life for patients both of the
physically active and sedentary population.
Athletic training encompasses the prevention,
diagnosis and intervention of emergency, acute
and chronic medical conditions that lead to
impairment, functional limitations and disabilities.
Strength and Conditioning Coach/Specialist
(SCS) – physical performance professional who
uses exercise prescription to improve the
performance level of competitive athletes. This is
achieved through the combination of resistance
training, energy system development, movement
prescribe supplementary work to upgrade your
training.
Performance Dietitian (PD) – a Registered
Dietician that supports the overall health and
longevity of the SOF Operator by developing
custom nutrition strategies to optimize physical
and cognitive performance. Such strategies include
a focus on weight management, tactical fueling
and hydration, safe supplement use, as well as
recovery from injury and rehabilitation. The
dietitian is available to provide group briefings and
individual consultations. To schedule an
appointment or briefing, please call, email, or stop
by in person.
 HPP Beneficiaries
Per SOCOM PM 18-35, a minimum of twice
weekly participation in training is mandated. The
mandated participants outlined in PM 18-35 are:
o 11SX, 11UX, 12SX, 12UX, 18SX,
1A1X1, 1A2X1, 1A3X1, 1A9X1,
1U0X1
The program is expected to evolve and expand
over the next few years, to include support groups
and squadrons.
 What are the services provided by
HPP?
Participation can be complied with through
utilization of our training app, Train Heroic.
Training programs are pushed out to users via the
app, and the training can be tailored to crew
positions and injury history. To reap the most
benefit from the program, in-person participation
at the training sessions facilitated at the Human
Performance Training Center (HPTC) are highly
encouraged. During a session, you will receive
hands-on instruction from our SCSs and AT. They
will be able to identify any predispositions to
injury or inhibitions to maximal performance, and
In addition to training sessions and the app, HPP
can provide:
 Physical therapy
 Nutrition consultation
 Injury risk reduction program
 Large group education topics:
o Healthy lifestyle activities
o Family nutrition
o Training program design
o Technique workshops
Our team will be sending out educational materials
periodically to help educate Air Commandos on
self-care and preventative measures. Additionally,
we are open to supporting reconstitution and other
resiliency events or large group settings, such as
Commander’s Calls.
 How do I schedule an appointment,
visit, or gain access to the training
programs and sessions?
Walk in, call or e-mail anyone on the team to
coordinate services in the Clinic. To gain access
to the app and training programs, follow these
steps:
o Download App: Train Heroic
o Complete profile with desired email and
username
o Email will be used for login and notifications
in regards to training
o Enter Code: HFHP1
o A coach will then contact you in regards to
your assigned unit and career field to ensure
you receive the appropriate programming
o Attend daily training sessions (times listed on
back) for hands-on instruction
o Earn your gains!
 Facility Locations
Human Performance Training Center
Formerly known as Combat Fitness West,
North of track at Aderholt on Red Horse Rd.
Human Performance Therapy Clinic
1 SOG Command Building
820 Tully St.
Building 90140
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday
 Training sessions at*:
o 0600, 0700, 0800, 1300
o No sessions 1200 – COB
2nd Friday every month
 Walk-in Clinic Hours*:
o 0800-1400
o No walk-ins on
Wednesdays
o No care 1200 – COB 2nd
Friday every month
 Scheduled Clinic Hours:
o Dependent on providers’
availability
* Subject to change
Human Performance Team
Lt Col Tracy Mayfield
Program Manager
(850) 884-8056
Tracy.Mayfield.1@us.af.mil
Jerry Partsch, CSCS
Human Performance Advisor
(850) 884-8342
Gerald.Partsch.CTR@us.af.mil
Physical Therapists
(850) 884-9987
1 SOW – Dr. Monie Phillips
Monie.Phillips.CTR@us.af.mil
492 SOW – Dr. Jeff Paschall
Jeffrey.Paschall.2.CTR@us.af.mil
AFSOC HQ – Dr. Perry Tallman
Perry.Tallman.CTR@us.af.mil
Strength & Conditioning
Specialists
(850) 884-0554
1 SOW – Garrett Rowland, CSCS
Garrett.Rowland.CTR@us.af.mil
492 SOW – Mark Dillon, CSCS
Mark.Dillon.5.CTR@us.af.mil
AFSOC HQ – Casey Head, CSCS
Casey.Head.CTR@us.af.mil
Hurlburt Field Human
Athletic Trainer
Josh Gregoire, ATC Performance Program
(850) 884-9987
Joshua.Gregoire.CTR@us.af.mil
Serving: AFSOC HQ, 1 SOW, & 492 SOW
Registered Dietitian Hurlburt Field, Florida
Brooks Ford, RD
(850) 884-0553
Brooks.Ford.1.CTR@us.af.mil
"Humans are more important
HPP Email than hardware."
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