Aaron Zamzow (ZAM)
Cardiovascular Training for Firefighters, EMTs and Paramedics (FireRescue Athletes)
I heard someone once say running long and slow teaches your body one thing, how to run slow. If that’s all you’re after, you can stop reading; I don’t want you to be late for your water aerobics class. But in our profession you need to move quickly and with purpose, I’m not saying that…
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Firefighter (Truckee) Yoga Routine.
As a firefighter, it’s time to embrace the incredible benefits of yoga by rolling out your mat and discovering the perfect combination of physical and mental exercises that have captivated practitioners around the world for thousands of years. The beauty of yoga is that you don’t have to be a yogi to experience its transformative effects.
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Workouts that Incorporate Fireground Movements and Boost Metabolism…
I believe that interval training is very applicable to what we do on the fire ground. What are intervals? In their simplest form, they’re short bursts of high intensity exercise separated by periods of lower intensity effort. One of the unique components of all FRF workouts are, what I call, afterburners and/or interval overhauls. They…
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Firefighter Cardiovascular Workout Options…
I heard someone once say running long and slow teaches your body one thing, how to run long and slow. If that’s all you’re after, you can stop reading; I don’t want you to be late for your water aerobics class (lol, just kidding). But, as a fire rescue athlete, you need to move quickly…
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Great Bodyweight Workout for First Responders- No equipment needed
Lack of equipment and time is not a valid excuse for first responders and/or firefighters. Here is a great workout option that can be done at home or the firehouse. This workout will help improve mobility, core strength and stamina and will improve performance on and off the fire/ rescue scene. Give this a try!
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A First Responders Guide to Cortisol
What is cortisol and why do you need to know about it as a first responder? This great post from FRF will explain and answer that question and, most importantly tell you how to manage it for better health.
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Improve Your Performance with this 500 Rep Firefighter Workout
Looking for a great workout that will help you as a firefighter improve performance, burn fat and challenge your cardiovascular system? Try this workout…
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First Responders- 5 Ways to Reduce Sugar
Sugars are found in a lot of common foods. These added sugars can wreak havoc on your health and physique. Never fear, these 5 tips will help you control that sweet tooth and lose that extra weight.
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FRF Birthday Challenge Workout for First Responders.
Looking for a quick and effective bodyweight workout for the home, gym or firehouse? Try this CHALLENGE workout from FRF. Burn some calories, improve mobility and have some fun. Time to get FRF!
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