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As I’ve discussed in the prior articles in this series, there are many exercises that we do in the gym that, although they may work the intended muscle group, they place too much stress on the spine. Firefighters should avoid these exercises like the plague because, due to...

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:...

The Situp This exercise has been around for a long time. You’ve likely done them a gazillion times throughout your adolescence in your physical education classes and in sports practices. So it’s hard for people to accept that they’re not really a very good exercise. Change...

Just like the saying goes, beans truly are “magical.” Beans are the ONLY food that are a lean protein, an excellent source of fiber AND a vegetable all in one. Wondering if you read that right? YES, beans are so full of nutrients that, according to the Dietary Guidelines for...

Broccoli, a cruciferous vegetable, is on my list as one of the 5 most important things for firefighters to eat because it packs a powerful nutritional punch. Cancer Prevention! First on the impressive list of benefits of eating broccoli is cancer prevention. It contains two...

Since firefighters are more prone to developing cancer than the general population, it is very important to eat foods which contain chemicals that fight against cancer: antioxidants and phytochemicals. Impressively, these nutrients both inhibit growth of cancer cells and tumors,...

Salmon is #4 on the Top Five List Salmon makes it on my list of the top five foods that firefighters must eat for two reasons: it is the highest food source of Omega-3 “good fats,” and it is a great protein source as it is lower in calories than other meats. Omega-3s, The Good...

The first of the five foods that firefighters must eat is probably not one that you would have thought as a wonder-food: oatmeal. But don’t underestimate it – eating oatmeal helps you achieve a healthy weight and lowers your cholesterol which reduces your risk of developing...

Do you know what the secret to going longer and harder on the fire ground is? (Most firefighters don’t know) Hydration! This is especially true after they have exerted energy and I not only mean after firefighting and rescue efforts, but from calls where they’re just...