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PAGE 10 WINGSPREAD JULY 20, 2012 Civilians contribute to Roth options By Kathryn Iapichino Air Force Personnel Center human resources specialist Department of Defense civilian employees eligible for the Thrift Savings Plan may begin to contribute to the Roth TSP. This new feature allows members to contribute on an after-tax basis and receive tax-free earnings when they withdraw funds from their TSP accounts. Air Force serviced civilians may make elections through the Employee Benefits Information System, which can be accessed through the myPers website at https://mypers.af.mil. Elections made on or before June 30 were effective July 1 and will be reflected on the July 20 Leave and Earnings Statement. Civilians may contribute to traditional and Roth TSP accounts as long as they do not exceed the elective deferral limit. Agency automatic and matching contributions must continue to be tax deferred and will be deposited as regular TSP contributions. Roth TSP elective deferral limits are $17,000 for regular contributions and $5,500 for catch-up contributions, which is identical to traditional TSP limits. The Roth TSP is not the same as a Roth Individual Retirement Account. In some instances, contributing to the Roth TSP may make a civilian ineligible to contribute to a Roth IRA because of income limitations. For more information, contact a financial adviser or review the information found on the Internal Revenue Service’s webpage at http://www. irs.gov/retirement/participant/article/ 0,,id=211358,00.html. Currently, military personnel are being phased into the program until October. Air Force Personnel Center officials will notify Airmen when they may begin to contribute to Roth TSP. For more information about TSP, visit http://www.tsp.gov. Free resource agencies Airman & Family Readiness Center 652-5321 JBSA-Randolph Chaplain Services 652-6121 JBSA Command Post 671-4225 JBSA-Randolph Health & Wellness Center 652-2300 JBSA-Randolph Mental Health 652-2448 Military 1 Source 1-800-324-9647 Military and Family Life Consultant 426-6499 Scan with Smartphone app to access the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph website. Scan with Smartphone app to access the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Facebook page.
JULY 20, 2012 WINGSPREAD PAGE 11 Sports BRIEFS JBSA-Randolph Outdoor Recreation offers scuba diving classes The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Outdoor Recreation is offering an international scuba diving certifi cation through the Duggan Diving Course August 4-5, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., at the South Pool and August 11-12 at North Park at Canyon Lake for open water dives. For more information, call 652-3702. Clinic schedules youth physicals The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph clinic is now taking appointments for sports physicals for youth ages 6-18 who are enrolled in TRICARE prime at the base clinic. Parents can call 916-9900 to schedule an appointment. A parent or legal guardian must accompany the youth to the appointment and a completed school sports physical form must be presented. Exercise with NEOs The JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake has newly installed NEOs. The game combines aerobic exercise with the speed and dexterity of video games. Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Oaks Golf Course gives discount Starting at 6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday (except for holidays), families can golf together for a discounted price. For more information, call the JBSA-Randolph Oaks Golf Course at 652-4653. By Airman 1st Class Lincoln Korver Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs SPORTS - HEALTH - FITNESS Students get on right track during workshop Photo by Rich McFadden Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph personnel prepare for their physical training test during an early morning run July 13 on the Rambler Fitness Center track at Randolph. A sport like running might seem simple from afar, but it’s surprising how many factors contribute to possibly turning a successful workout into a detrimental activity. Along with proper technique, things such as foot type, shoe selection, training, injury prevention, self treatment and effective stretching, warming up and cooling down all play a big part in having a profitable run. Anyone with access to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph and its facilities, is welcome to attend the Running Improvement Workshop at the Health and Wellness Center to learn all of these vital tips. “The running improvement program is offered once a month and is designed to help beginner to intermediate runners improve their skills,” Kimberly Houk, HAWC exercise physiologist, said. “We discuss running program design and progression, running form and equipment. I assist with appropriate footwear evaluation and recommendations, as well as go to a gait analysis and make recommendations for improvement in running form.” Master Sgt. Jason Dobbins, Air Education and Training Command weather systems and training manager, attended the workshop because he wanted to better himself by learning the correct way to run. “I think it is important because with so much emphasis on physical training, you want to make sure you get everything out of the way you run,” he said. “I learned that good form is one of the most important aspects of running.” In order for people to excel in their running capabilities, it is integral for them to build a strong foundation using healthy and proper techniques. While some people have conditioned themselves to be able to run nearly every day, Houk recommends people run three times per week. “Activities such as cycling, elliptical machines, swimming and other similar cardiovascular exercise methods are good to mix between running days,” Houk said. “Thirty to 45 minutes per session are recommended for cardiovascular activity.” Although it’s important to decide to start working out and running, it is just as important to make the decision not to quit. “I like helping people achieve their health goals,” she said. “Whether it’s teaching a class or working individually with people, I know there’s a way I can help them to get better.” well worth it. “Nothing is impossible,” workout buddy who will in- and take a jog.”
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