CNATRA HABIT 1.0

Naval aviators, flight officers, and aircrewmen encounter numerous challenges, with maintaining physical fitness being paramount. The unique demands of military flight expose these professionals to elevated long-term risks of back and neck injuries due to the repetitive physical stresses involved.

The Chief of Naval Air Training has introduced the Head and Back Injury Training (CNATRA HABIT) app, a pioneering mobile application specifically designed to address the musculoskeletal health concerns of naval aviation personnel. This initiative aims not only to enhance readiness but also to improve overall fitness and performance by actively reducing injury risks, thereby minimizing downtime associated with medical delays or rehabilitation.

Through its on-demand training capabilities, the app equips users with essential knowledge and practical exercises tailored to strengthen the neck and back. The content encompasses foundational information about injuries, instructional videos for various strengthening exercises, and pre- and post-flight exercise routines intended to seamlessly integrate into daily training schedules.

Accessible through both the Navy App Locker and commercial app stores, the CNATRA HABIT app can be utilized on electronic kneeboards (EKBs), as well as on student or instructor smartphones, allowing for training flexibility anytime and anywhere.