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It’s very difficult having so much responsibility
Hot yoga—usually practicing Hatha or vinyasa at about 104 degrees F for about an hour— has become popular in recent years but buy-in from the fire service is still a challenge
When was the last time a significant other said, “You treat the general public better than you treat me?” Ouch
In 2020, a significant health awakening prompted me to address my nervous system before my symptoms and overall health deteriorated any further
Many of us know the shape and general purpose of our main organs such as the stomach, liver, gallbladder, and small and large intestines, but there are other, lesser-known stages of digestion that ten
There are two types of “stress loads” that we might consider at different stages of our firefighting career
When looking at injuries among firefighters over the last decade, we have seen a gradual decline in overall injuries (NFPA – Firefighter Injuries on the Fireground 2022)
According to the U
A fire doesn’t care if a firefighter is 20 years old or 60, male or female
The father of the American fire service Benjamin Franklin is credited with famously stating that “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
A practical guide to hydration, balanced fueling, smart nutrient pairings, and preparation strategies that help tactical athletes perform at their best
There is no question that exercise is needed in the fire service
Caffeine is a natural plant substance that stimulates the central nervous system
If you’re reading this, you’ve either heard about CBD or you’re curious about whether the info you've heard is accurate or not
It took a lot of trial and error with a big emphasis on the error part, to figure out just who I would be when I finally grew up
The practice of meditation is not new
From a guy who’s been there, done that
Preparing for an entrance or annual physical ability test is no easy task
I’ll be honest when I first began seeing videos of social media personalities such as Wim Hof sitting in cold ice water, I thought it was just another kooky angle to gain followers and attention onlin
When we show up to a structure fire, we know that there are a lot of different variables working against us and our ability to successfully put the fire out with the least amount of loss
Getting blood work done should be a part of everyone’s health & performance routine
Firefighters are often seen as brave and heroic individuals, but they face numerous physical and psychological challenges every day
As a trauma therapist who works with First Responders and Front Line Workers, I get a unique vantage point and the opportunity to hear what is really coming up for those of you serving on the front li
The nutritional needs of the tactical athlete are, at their core, very similar to regular humans