Prince Philip kept fit with this 11-minute Canadian workout known as 5BX
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Prince Philip kept fit with this 11-minute Canadian workout known as 5BX
The workout was developed in 1956 to help get members of the Royal Canadian Air Force into shape without the need for equipment, but it gained widespread popularity
Apr 9, 2022
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In October, RCAF personnel wrapped up an intense three-week participation in #CobraWarrior 25-2, a high-tempo multinational exercise hosted by the Royal Air Force. After wrapping up #CobraWarrior 25-2, the RCAF headed to Estonia for #TARASSIS. As part of #OpREASSURANCE, the teams rehearsed Agile Combat Employment (ACE) alongside NATO allies in a series of activities to strengthen our readiness and reinforce our commitment to collective defence. #RCAFRecap2025 | Royal Canadian Air Force
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42K views · 190 shares | Members of 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron took part in Exercise Gander Gunner at 4 Wing Cold Lake, Alberta from March 14 to 20th, 2021. Close to 30 members were involved in the weeklong aerial gunnery proficiency exercise while training on the M134 Gatling Gun and GAU21 Heavy Machine Gun during both day and night exercises. | Royal Canadian Air Force | Facebook
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