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Workout Tips to Reduce Firefighter Injuries
Injuries are happening to firefighters in the gym and on the fireground. Here are 5 ways to combat against those injuries.
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The FRF 343 Challenge Workout to “Never Forget”
Every year around September 11th I like to take a moment and reflect on the significance of the day and honor those that sacrificed (and continue to sacrifice to this day). I truly believe that one of the best ways to honor those that paid the ultimate sacrifice is to put forth the effort to be the “best” we can be at our profession. Training to be our best, not only physically but mentally as well… I created this workout to help motivate me (and other fire rescue athletes) to stay in shape. I encourage you to do this workout, share your results and challenge others to do the same, at least once a year (on September 11th). This “tribute” workout is difficult but has a great significance to September 11th. There are previous versions of the workout, you can see them by clicking here. This workout challenges you…
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How to set-up an effective Firefighter Workout.
One of the more common questions I get via the FRF Facebook page and from the seminars I give is: How should firefighter, EMTs and medics set-up their workouts? What exactly should be included?” Today, I want to answer those common questions. Over 10 years ago I created the first of many Fire Rescue Fitness workouts. Through the years the exercises may have changed a little, but, the format in which they are created has not. Thousands of firefighters, EMTs and medics all over the world have seen improved fitness, weight loss and most importantly improved performance from these workouts. One of the biggest reasons so many people find success with FRF (Fire Rescue Fitness) is the efficiency and effectiveness of the workouts and how they are designed. Here is the quick and dirty reason behind the FRF workout anatomy. If you want to see an example of one…
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Get FRF (Fire Rescue Fit) with the Fit For Duty 500
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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How to Fight Obesity in the Fire Service.
This is scary. We as a fire service need to provide resources and education to help change our health and fitness culture. Rates of overweight and obese individuals in the fire service are higher than those found in the general public, according to a new study. Researchers looked at the body composition of both career and volunteer firefighters across the nation, with overweight and obesity rates ranging from 73 percent to 88 percent. About two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese on a general, national level. The research demonstrates that a large percentage of firefighters do not meet minimal standards of physical fitness, according to the study conducted by the NVFC National Volunteer Fire Council– “Addressing the Epidemic of Obesity in the United States Fire Service” looks at the impact of obesity, the scope of obesity in the fire service, and why obesity has become an epidemic. The report also…
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Top 5 Firefighter Fitness Apps
As Firefighter Fitness becomes more critical due to the continuing challenges that we face. It becomes ever so important that we track our workouts, nutrition, and have options to release pressure while on shift. So here are the Top 5 Firefighter Fitness Apps for the Fire Rescue Athletes getting Fit for Duty. 1.) My Fitness Pal Looking to add a free central hub to link your fitness workouts and track daily nutrition. This app owned by Under Armour is it. The app is very connective friendly with health devices Fit Bit, Polar, Garmin, Strava, Map My Run, and etc. Within this app you can enter food you eat by simply scanning a bar code, searching generic to your popular restaurant dishes, and even save a meal that you make or eat on a regular basis to make it easy to enter in the future. The only down side is while…
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FRF Metabolic Workout to Burn some Memorial Day Calories
Try this highly metabolic workout to help you burn some of those Holiday Calories… Here is a great way to start your Memorial weekend. This is a little workout that will burn some calories, ignite your metabolism, and make room for some good summer food and spirits. I always like to do some morning workout or fun run with the family on Holidays, I find that I feel better all day and don’t eat as much. Please give this a try! This is also a great workout to do at the firehouse if you are working for the holiday (and thank you for your service). Before you perform the nuts and bolts of the workout, perform this active warm-up. Click Here for a Video of a 4 exercise Active Warm-up routine -Knees side to side (6-10 reps each side) -Straight leg raises (6-10 reps each side) -Cross-overs (6-10 reps each side) -Step…
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Vote for the 2019 (round 1) Fit for Duty Champion…
Congratulations to all the 2019 FRF Fit for Duty Challenge participants! This year over over 100 Firefighters, EMTs and Paramedics entered their results. There were many inspiring results and stories showing how the Fire Rescue Fitness Workouts have helped change lives and careers. The intention of the Fit for Duty Challenge is to help motivate others in the fire service to make healthy changes and get more fit for duty. Our hope is that these testimonial inspire others to join the FRF nation and change the fitness culture of the fire service. Please read and share these awesome transformation stories. And, please comment with your thoughts on the winner (1 through 5) You can also vote by “liking” the athlete on our FRF Facebook Page (click here). Voting ends on May 28th (at 7pm). Winners (final spots) will be announced May 28th at 8pm CST. Here are the Top entries…
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Top Five Fitness Trends in the Fire Service for 2019.
Are you seeing these fitness trends in your firehouse yet?
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