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In part 2 of this article series, we will cover the remaining “Top 10” pieces of functional fitness training equipment for the fire station. If you missed part 1, you can read it here. 6. Firefighting PPE Firefighting gear including turnout coat and pants, helmet,...

One of the excuses we hear most often when it comes to avoiding fitness is that “proper equipment is not available.”  Well, when it comes to Firefighter Functional Fitness, this is far from accurate. In this article series we’ll share with the best pieces of functional fitness...

In this three-part series I’m going over three types of exercise I believe all firefighters should do. While there isn’t ONE right way for everybody to exercise (although superfans of certain workout regimes will argue with that) there are some workouts that are beneficial for...

Overview/Description of the PWR Training Sandbag The PWR Training Sandbag is an exercise sandbag that helps firefighters (and non-firefighters) improve their functional fitness.  It consists of an outer canvas shell with 3 inner tubes which can be filled with kitty litter...

This is the second of a three-part series explaining some of the best types of exercise for firefighters. There’s so much out there, and for every workout regime, there are people advocating that their program is the best. I’m often asked what firefighters should be doing....

It’s no secret that a firefighter’s work places incredible strain on the body.  According to the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), sprains and strains account for 50% of all line-of-duty injuries, and back injuries result in approximately 50% of all line-of-duty...

There are so many different types of workout regimes out there and a lot of firefighters ask me which is best for firefighters? The truth is that the best type of exercise for you is one that will help you work on the component(s) of your fitness that’s lacking. For example, if...

When properly executed, two-handed kettlebell swings are ideal for building core strength, mobility, grip strength, and cardiovascular capacity.  In this article, we will give you a step-by-step tutorial on the proper way to execute two-handed kettlebell swings. Position your...

  One of the things we hear the most from firefighters and fire chiefs when it comes to establishing a fire department fitness program is that they do not know where to start, nor do they know what to include.   Firefighter Functional Fitness: The Essential Guide to Optimal...

Think about it—nearly every fireground task we perform requires the use of our hands. Pulling hose, hooking ceilings, carrying heavy equipment, dragging victims, firefighters, and objects—the list goes on and on.  Similarly, when engaging in functional strength training, most...