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When greeting new Recruits, one of our Captains will often say, “I am here for We, and We are here for Them”. This quote sets the tone for the Academy and establishes a culture of ownership and teamwork in new Recruits.
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The fifth strategy to consider in developing the Athlete’s Mindset is to be proactive in your preparation. I am a huge Seattle Seahawks fan, and Quarterback Russell Wilson often talks about how his preparation off the field has set him up for success on the field.
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Sleep debt decreases cognitive and motor function just like alcohol intoxication. Sleep deprivation also decreases the ability of our bodies to fight off diseases, including cancer.
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Looking to relieve stress? “Dogs are good for your heart—studies show that dog owners have a lower risk of death; they have lower blood pressure,” says Dr. Burch.
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Learning how proper nutrition fuels optimal firefighter performance with Ryan Provencher.
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We have been talking recently about firefighters as tactical athletes, and strategies to develop the “Athlete’s Mindset”. The second strategy to consider is selecting a periodized physical training plan. Here are 6 steps to consider when choosing the firefighter workout program that is right for you:
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January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month and it’s important to acknowledge that occupational cancer is the leading cause of line-of-duty deaths in the fire service.
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For many of us, the beginning of a new year is a great time to set new health and fitness goals. You may want to build on accomplishments from the previous year, or maybe you have experienced setbacks or challenges that you want to overcome in the year that lies ahead.
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How many times in your life have you heard someone say that they’ve fallen into a rut? That life seems to take on this Groundhog Day effect of being almost completely the same, give or take a few minor differences?
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As firefighters, we are athletes in service of our communities. It is critical that we develop an “Athlete’s Mindset” to avoid injury, perform at a high level, and ultimately retire healthy and happy after a productive and rewarding career.
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