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.
The nutritional needs of the tactical athlete are, at their core, very similar to regular humans. That said, tactical athletes do have additional requirements due to their higher work demands. Essentially, everyone requires good foundational nutrition, and the tactical population also requires good operational nutrition habits. Here are a few “hacks” to help tactical athletes properly fuel their bodies.
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The nutritional needs of the tactical athlete are, at their core, very similar to regular humans. That said, tactical athletes do have additional requirements due to their higher work demands.
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We know CBD has its potential benefits and a google search will probably provide you with an exhaustive list of all the outlandish ailments that CBD claims to work on. As I’ve written about in the past, CBD is in its infancy and so is the research. The things that show it’s promising do in fact show a lot of promise, but we also have to be cautious when we’re taking CBD with other substances too.
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What we eat as well as how much we eat are determined by a multitude of factors that go well beyond physical sustenance, such as culture, religion, income level, family, cooking skills and accessibility, to name a few. Social forces also play a significant role, especially when it comes to making healthier food choices.
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Health experts love guts - the digestive tract including the stomach and the intestines). And the profound connections they’ve made between gut health and overall wellness prove the importance of supporting and maintaining a balanced microbiome - all those microorganisms in your body. In fact, many studies point to the fact that gut homeostasis relies on bacterial diversity. And what is that?
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First responders are notorious for bad food and bathroom habits - mostly because we are constantly getting interrupted! Try some of these food suggestions to "grease the wheels" of your digestive system.
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Sleep deprivation is no joke, yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we're a sleep-deprived nation.
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The idea of having vitamin supplements formulated to meet your specific nutrient needs is appealing. Are custom supplements truly beneficial and are they worth the price, which tends to be greater than you might find at the local drugstore or health food store?
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Various versions of low-carbohydrate diets have been popular for many years. The details of what is allowed and what is not vary quite a bit, and the amount of carbohydrates also differs.
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Whether you're trying to lose weight or simply want to maintain a healthier lifestyle, you probably already know it's important to keep portion control in mind.
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