A publication dedicated to the well-being of firefighters across North America and beyond.
Fitness is a key ingredient to a long, healthy firefighting career. The prevention of injuries is provided in the framework of fitness. Enhancing the fitness regimes of those who are already on the fitness train, while inspiring those who aren’t to join in. We aim to provide effective firefighter exercises and training workouts, the latest diet and nutrition recommendations, and awareness about the importance of developing a healthy mind, body, and soul connection.
Resilience. The buzzword that everyone thinks about when it comes to first responders. It is suggested that today’s firefighters and frontline responders have to be resilient, but what does that actually mean?
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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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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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When it comes to our home gyms, we tend to favor affordability over quality - which is fair considering how expensive home gym equipment can be.
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This is one of the best ways to integrate and improve fire/ rescue scene movements!
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Large portion sizes and unhealthy food options emerged as an issue that has impacted the department both in the past and present.
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Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7DcrhFkMkQ
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Boost your metabolism, improve your VO2 max, get stronger, increase your bone density, build your cardiovascular system up and much more by implementing HIIT into your routine.
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By: Lebert EQualizer | Frank Medrano Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdsD6-_Hle8
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So many firefighters are pressed for time. Between Captain's classes, training, house duties, and the occasional EMS/Fire call - time is always a limited resource. Yet exercise should still be made a priority. Staying in shape sometimes is as easy as 1-2-3.
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