Comprehensive Airman Fitness — Four Domains
What CAF Is
CAF Definition
Comprehensive Airman Fitness (CAF) is a holistic approach to build and sustain a thriving and resilient USAF Community by taking care of each other and ourselves through wellness in four domains:
Four CAF Domains.
- Mental
- Physical
- Social
- Spiritual
Intent
CAF Intent
The intent is to equip Airmen and families with the tools and skills needed to continually assess and adjust to the unique challenges of a military lifestyle.
Wingman Concept
Wingman Core Element
The Wingman concept is a core element of CAF essential to building fit, resilient, and ready Airmen by:
- Dedicating time to focus on individual and unit wellness
- Fostering a culture of Airmen taking care of Airmen
Mental Domain
Mental Definition
The mental domain is defined as the ability to effectively cope with unique mental stressors and challenges needed to ensure mission readiness.
Mental Tenets
The tenets of the mental domain are:
- Awareness
- Adaptability
- Positive thinking
- Decision-making
Physical Domain
Physical Definition
The physical domain is defined as the ability to adopt and sustain healthy behaviors needed to enhance health and wellness.
Physical Tenets
The tenets of the physical domain are:
- Endurance
- Strength
- Nutrition
- Recovery
Social Domain
Social Definition
The social domain is defined as the ability to engage in healthy social networks that promote overall well-being and optimal performance.
Social Tenets
The tenets of the social domain are:
- Connectedness
- Teamwork
- Social support
- Communication
Spiritual Domain
Spiritual Definition
The spiritual domain is defined as the ability to strengthen a set of beliefs, principles, or values that sustain an individual's sense of well-being and purpose.
Spiritual Tenets
The tenets of the spiritual domain are:
- Purpose
- Core values
- Perseverance
- Perspective
Additional Resources
Resilience Website
Additional information, tools, and programs designed to strengthen individual and unit CAF can be found by visiting the Department of the Air Force Resilience website.