firefighter fitness tips
Functional Upper body Exercise for Firefighters- Standing DB Press
What makes an exercise “functional” for firefighters, EMTs, and medics? In order to answer this question, we must first define what functional training means. The definitions can be varied and broad and often the term functional training is abused and over-used. Click to link to discover the best way to define functional training for firefighters.
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Firefighter Fat Loss Tricks for the Firehouse (or any house).
Discover how these two tricks can help firefighters increase fat loss and improve their health.
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First Responders- Stay Hydrated, Stay Alive…
Water is essential for fire suppression. What many firefighters do not realize is how important it is for performance, cognitive thinking and survival on the fireground (and off). Stay hydrated, and stay fit for the job.
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Hydrate- Why Firefighters “Should” Love Water
As firefighters we all understand the importance water plays in putting out fires. But, do we understand the benefits it has on our physical and mental status? Read this post from FRF about the importance of water for your mind and body.
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The Best Benefits of Fiber for Firefighters
Anyone can reap the benefit of more fiber in their diet. Firefighters, however, due to the high risk of heart disease and cancer can really benefit from getting the right amount of fiber in their daily food intake.
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Calories In vs. Calories Out for Weight Loss
First responders, the key to maintaining a healthy weight relies on your understanding of the principles of the calories in versus calories out equation.
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The First Responders Guide to Percussion (massage) Guns
Have you used a percussion or massage gun? Discover the best way to utilize this new device to optimize your performance and alleviate those aches and pains. And, learn which ones are worth the investment.
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FRF-Quick and Efficient First Responder Workout Option
Do not let the excuse of a “lack of time” time ruin your fitness progress. Here is a great workout option from FRF that will help you stay fit and healthy even if you don’t have a lot of time. No Excuses, get fire rescue fit…
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Firefighters- START HERE to Improve Your Functional Fitness
Discover how to train more functionally for the fireground and the functional fitness formula you need to follow as a firefighter, EMT and/ or medic. Time to get functionally fit for duty.
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