Welcome
Fire Fighters have one of the most stressful jobs in America and FireFighter-Fitness goal is to get us in shape to
handle that stress. Whether it be at 2pm or 2am you will know that you are
"FIT 2
FIGHT."
FIREFIGHTER-FITNESS
OBJECTIVES:
1. Build Aerobic
Capacity.
2. Increase Strength.
3.Increase
Flexibility.
4. Decrease Body Fat &
Increase Muscle.
5. The Ability For You To
Work At A Significant Intensity Without Stressing Heart.
FIREFIGHTER-FITNESS
CONCEPT:
The concept of
FIREFIGHTER-FITNESS includes doing a series of 10 exercises that simulate and work the muscles used on the fire ground, this will condition all the major
muscle groups used in fire fighting. This will also contribute to well balanced
body conditioning. You will be able to use free weights (dumbbells or barbells)
or a series of body weight exercises I recommend both. Do this
workout as a circuit, running through it 3-4 times. Keep the reps high not more
then then 15 no less then 10. When doing body weight exercises such as Dips,
Pull-ups, Pushups, or Crunches, shoot for at least 20-30. Keep the rest
between sets very short. Always warm up for 5-10mins. and stretch before
starting to workout. Check with your physician before beginning any exercise
program.
You only get one body in
this life, what you do with it is the most important thing. In our job you have to be at your best at all times. I know, I
can hear you say "Who has the time?" But if you can devote 30-60
minutes to watching your favorite sitcoms, can't you devote that same amount of time
to staying fit? Your sitcom won't keep you healthy!
The key to starting an
exercise regimen is being smart about it. Too many people start out trying to do
too much at once, so they get burned out quickly and give up. So start with
something simple -- start with light weights, and set realistic goals, goals
will keep you motivated. If you start smart, fitness can become part of your
lifestyle naturally -- and your lifestyle will get better and better!
GOOD LUCK & TRAIN FOR
LIFE, YOURS AND YOUR FELLOW BROTHERS
