A Few Minutes a Day of Vigorous Exercise Can Have a Big Impact (Veteran Health)

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Fitness

Fitness and health make a meaningful difference in everyday life. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a high-powered executive, a veteran, a stay-at-home parent, working in the skilled trades, or currently unemployed—regular physical activity helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular and other chronic health conditions. Beyond physical benefits, it also supports mental health over the long term, improving how you think, process information, and handle challenges.

When your body is functioning well—receiving enough oxygen and maintaining good blood flow—your overall performance tends to improve, including cognitive function. This can contribute to clearer thinking and better decision-making. Even short bursts of daily vigorous activity can have a noticeable impact. That might be something simple like walking up stairs or more structured exercise like going to the gym.

Consistency matters. If you spend much of your day sitting, try breaking it up with short periods of movement. For example, doing five minutes of activity each hour—such as push-ups, sit-ups, yoga, Tai Chi, dancing, or any activity you enjoy—can add up. Over an eight- or nine-hour day, that totals about 40–45 minutes of exercise, which is comparable to a typical gym session.

The key is to integrate movement into your routine in a way that works for you. Small, consistent efforts throughout the day can lead to significant benefits over time.

Volume vs intensity of physical activity and risk of cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular chronic diseases

• Higher total physical activity volume was associated with approximately 20–40% lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared to low activity levels.
• Individuals who incorporated vigorous-intensity activity showed an additional ~10–20% reduction in cardiovascular risk beyond moderate activity alone.
• Short bouts of vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity (VILPA), lasting 1–2 minutes, were linked to up to ~30% lower risk of major adverse cardiovascular events.
• Participants engaging in higher-intensity activity had about a 15–25% lower risk of non-cardiovascular chronic diseases, including metabolic conditions.
• Dose–response relationships indicated that even small increases in activity (e.g., 10–15 additional minutes per day) produced measurable reductions in disease risk.

Wei, J., et al. (2026). Volume vs intensity of physical activity and risk of cardiovascular and non-cardiovascular chronic diseases. European Heart Journal. https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehag168

Send Us Your Best Photo-Open to All Escanaba Amvets Club Members!

We’re putting together a fun post featuring some of our members’ best photos, and we’d love for you to be part of it. If you’d like your photo shared on our webpage, please send us one of your favorites—whether it’s from your travels, a sunset, a winter scene, your pet, your car, or any moment you’re proud of.

This is all about celebrating our community and having a little fun together. We’re looking forward to seeing what you share!

Photo collection closes Monday the 13th midnight. We will post your first name and your photo at https://www.escanabaamvets.org/

Send your best photo to escanabaamvets@gmail.com

Why Veterans Are Among the Most Valuable Employees

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If you have an 
opening for veterans
send a message to the 
right. 

Veterans are among the most employable candidates available in the market. Military service instills a level of discipline and structure that is difficult to replicate in other environments. From a young age, service members learn to master themselves, and as they progress, they develop strong leadership skills and professional competencies.

It is not uncommon for young service members to manage multi-million-dollar equipment and lead entire teams. These responsibilities are made possible through rigorous training and a deeply ingrained sense of teamwork, where individual performance is directly tied to collective outcomes. Leadership development is a core component of military life, shaping both new recruits and seasoned personnel.

Employers can benefit greatly from this talent pool by actively recruiting veterans, including those recently transitioning to civilian life. Partnering with local veterans’ organizations and professional groups can be an effective way to identify candidates and create pathways for hiring and advancement.

Even simple outreach efforts—such as sending an email or sharing job postings with veteran organizations—can significantly improve recruitment efforts. By tapping into this network, organizations can build on the valuable skills veterans already possess while strengthening their workforce with disciplined, experienced, and team-oriented professionals. 

If you have a veteran employment opportunity please send me a message with the information to the right and we can post it. Amvets Post #123 serves the local community, is open 4-6pm everyday and has bands on most weekends 7 to 11pm. 

Developing Attributes of the Leader: From Military Service to the Civilian Workforce

• The article examines how leadership skills developed in military contexts can transfer effectively to civilian organizations, emphasizing adaptability and structured training.
• It highlights the importance of continuous learning and development frameworks (such as leadership development models) in building effective leaders.
• Collaboration between human resource development (HRD) and human resource management (HRM) is identified as critical for aligning leadership training with organizational goals.
• Creating inclusive organizational cultures and support systems (e.g., employee resource groups) enhances leadership effectiveness and workforce engagement.
• The study emphasizes feedback loops, skills assessments, and strategic alignment as key mechanisms for improving leadership development outcomes.

Henderson, L. R. (2024). Developing attributes of the leader: From military service to the civilian workforce. Advances in Developing Human Resources. https://doi.org/10.1177/15234223231212444

George Sailer and William Sjoquest Jam at Amvets April 3rd, 2026

George Sailer and William Sjoquist jammed at Amvets Post #123 over the weekend. Great music and fun crowd! Thanks George Sailer Band

George Sailer FB

William Sjoquist FB William said he likes playing at Amvets. 😊

Music is usually offered at Amvets most Fridays and Saturdays 7pm to 11pm. 

The club is open 4 to 6PM all week. If you are interested in playing please contact the club. 

Amvets Auxiliary Bakes Cookies for the Veteran Center and Coffee Social (Wednesdays 8 AM)

 

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AMVET Post #123 continues to support veterans and strengthen community engagement through volunteer service and charitable efforts. The Ladies Auxiliary contributes by baking cookies for the Escanaba Veteran Center’s 8 a.m. coffee and social. They provide these cookies on the third Wednesday of March, April, and May. Each batch reflects their time, care, and appreciation for those who have served.

Consider joining AMVETS Post 123, your local veterans’ social organization. The post is typically open daily from 4 to 6 p.m., with live bands most weekends from 7 to 11 p.m. Membership is available to veterans, as well as their children and grandchildren. Amvets is open 4 to 6 pm everyday and bands start at 7 pm on most Fridays and Saturdays.

Morning Coffee Call at the Veteran Center
Wednesday mornings 8:00 - 10:00
Enjoy coffee and fellowship with other Veterans.
Staff will be on hand to offer information and answer questions.
Call 906-233-0244 for more information.

Link to Page

Thank You Donors: Donor Page and Donation Letter for Businesses

Greetings members, veterans, and community supporters,

AMVETS Post 123 sincerely appreciates the hard work, contributions, and donations we have received over the years. To recognize this support, we have created a Donors Thank You Page, available under the “Pages” tab.

This page highlights those who have helped us—whether by donating equipment, offering fundraising space, or supporting our events—so we can continue our mission of providing veterans and their families with a welcoming place to gather.

You will also find a donation letter on the Donors Page and in the right-hand column. Feel free to download it, send it in an email, print it, share it with your employer, friends, or interested organizations. All donations are tax-deductible and go directly toward improving our post and supporting the work we do. We build our club with your help. 

Donation Letter for Businesses

Support those who support us by frequenting donor businesses. 

Thank you for your continued support. 

P.S. We are open 4 to 6 PM everyday and 7:00 to 11PM most weekends.

Free Pool Mondays at Amvets

 Remember that we have Free Pool Mondays at Amvests 4 pm to 6+pm ish.