Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

GPC Key Decisions

USAF Case for Change

SecAF Memo

Air Force FAQ for Reoptimizing Great Power Competition

“We need these changes now; we are out of time to reoptimize our forces to meet the strategic challenges in a time of great power competition.”

~ Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall

The United States faces a time of consequence marked by significant shifts in the strategic environment. To remain ready, the U.S. Air Force must change.

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

Today, the Air Force once again finds itself at a critical juncture—an era of Great Power Competition marked by a new security environment, a rapidly evolving character of war, and a formidable competitor. This new era requires understanding its challenges and the attributes needed to succeed.

Embracing change is not a choice; it is a necessity. The Air Force must “reoptimize” into an enterprise prepared for high-end conflicts and long-term strategic competition.

PVC Half Kneeling Hip Flexor

U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command

Video by Capt. Matthew Holfinger

June 23, 2017 | 0:41

Lower Body Flexibility & Mobility
Target Area – Hip Flexors
Preparation:
The Marine will get into a 1/2 kneeling position, ideally placing the knee on a soft surface. The back should be straight and both knees bent at 90°. Place the PVC pipe vertically with the arms fully extended and the bottom of the pole in contact with the floor. The PVC should be midline with the body.
Execution:
The Marine will drive the PVC pole down in the ground while engaging the abdominals. The Marine will then tilt the hips up towards the ceiling without lunging forward.
Common Mistakes: - Lunging forward during the execution
- Not activating the abdominals or glutes during execution More