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.
By: Megan Lautz, MS, RD, TSAC-F Eating out and maintaining your health is possible with the right choices. Dodge the supersized portions and fried appetizers by using the following smart eating strategies. Plan ahead: if you know you will want a burger and fries or another meal off your typical plan, plan the rest of …
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By: Megan Lautz, MS, RD, TSAC-F Smoothies are a great way to boost your fruit and veggie intake without taking a ton of prep time. A morning smoothie is an easy grab for the commute into the station or made to sip on during line-up. Smoothies are a great way to boost your fruit and …
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Take control of your nutrition with these simple steps. Make sure to drink lots of water, eat simple one-ingredient foods, like vegetables, lean meats, and fruits, read food labels and limit those sugars. HEALTHY EATING (OR DRINKING) STEP #1 Stay Hydrated: Drink Lots of Water. Whether your body is turning food into fuel or working …
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Eating enough fiber has numerous health benefits, including improvements in cardiovascular health and body composition.
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Unless you’re asking a guru (who ALWAYS knows EVERYTHING regardless of ANYTHING), the answer to most questions pertaining to health and wellness will include the phrases “tell me more”, “can you clarify” or “it depends”.
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Poor diet, stress, lack of sleep and too little exercise all have an effect on your well-being and can lower the body’s ability to fight infections and viruses. What can you do?
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Fruit is a delicious way to add essential vitamins, potassium and fiber to your diet. And, people who eat more fruits and vegetables have a reduced risk of chronic disease. What is fact or fiction when it comes to fruit? Fruit is too high in sugar – Fiction Fruit contains natural sugars like fructose, but …
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Glucose is a necessity for energy and needed for exercise. If we consume more glucose then we can use, the excess is stored as glycogen in the fat cells, while too little glucose may leave you feeling burned out and light-headed. So how much do you need? Most studies suggest 2.5g of carbohydrates per kg …
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Intermittent fasting is a style of eating that’s gained popularity in recent years. It’s a style of eating where you eat in a small window of time and fast for a larger period of time. But, is intermittent fasting a sustainable way to eat for firefighters?
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