Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

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.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

Video by Capt. Matthew Holfinger

TRX Forward Lunge with Hip Flexor Stretch

U.S. Marine Corps Training and Education Command

June 23, 2017 | 0:35

Lower Body Flexibility & Mobility
Target Area – Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Preparation:
The Marine will stand facing away from the anchor point of the TRX. They will have a handle in each hand with their palms facing forward.
Execution:
The Marine will step forward with the right leg and drop into a lunge keeping the front knee over the ankle. When they step they will reach up with the left hand pushing against the TRX. The Marine will activate the glute on the left leg to facilitate a better stretch.
Common Mistakes: - Slack in the TRX
- Not keeping front foot flat on deck