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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...

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...

When it comes to Firefighter Functional Fitness, you are only limited by your imagination with the tools and equipment you can use to improve your cardiovascular capacity, your strength, and your flexibility.  “Standard” exercise equipment such as barbells, and dumbbells, common...

Do you want to perform at your best on the fire ground?  We all say we do, and we spend countless hours training and practicing skills so that we can not only perform them with mastery.  After all, at end of the day, it is those skills that cannot let us down if something goes...

The Exercise Ball Over the past few weeks I’ve discussed why calorie/activity trackers, foam rollers, resistance tubes and yoga/stretching mats are excellent tools for firefighters. Today’s important health tool is an exercise ball. The exercise ball is another versatile,...

Yoga/Stretching Mat Over the past few weeks I’ve discussed why calorie/activity trackers, foam rollers and resistance tubes are excellent tools for firefighters. Today’s important health tool is a yoga or stretching mat. Although stretching is imperative for firefighters to avoid...

https://traffic.libsyn.com/davidsoler/021-FFTB_Firefighter_Health_with_Buffy_Schilling.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadFirefighterToolbox Podcast/ Internet Radio Show Episode #021 A Discussion with Buffy Schilling about firefighter health and fitness About this Episode:...

Firefighters have an injury rate that is four (4) times higher than other physically demanding professions such as construction and agriculture. It’s no secret within the firefighting community that it’s easy and all too common to get injured. For many, sustaining an injury can...

Today we take a look back at the top 5 firefighter fitness/health and wellness articles for 2013; as determined by you the readers. Taking care of yourself  is of utmost importance to do the job of a firefighter. Being in fit condition and eating properly not only helps you...

https://traffic.libsyn.com/davidsoler/017-FFTB_Karlie_Moore_5_Biggest_Mistakes_Firefighters_Make_With__Their_Health.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadFirefighterToolbox Podcast/ Internet Radio Show Episode #17 Interview with Dr Karlie Moore About this Episode: Intro...