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Bryan Fass, First in Fitness

First in Fitness
by Bryan Fass

Bryan Fass is the author of "Fit Responder," a comprehensive wellness plan for the first responder (www.fitresponder.com) and the Fit Responder Blog (www.fitresponder.wordpress.com). Bryan has a Bachelor's Degree in Sports Medicine and is certified as a licensed athletic trainer and a strength and conditioning specialist. He was a paramedic for over 8 years, and has authored four books regarding fitness, wellness and human performance. Bryan is available for consulting and speaking on Public Safety Fitness Testing along with Fitness, Wellness and Injury Prevention Programs. Contact Bryan at Bryan.Fass@FireRescue1.com.

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On-duty responder fitness: Abdominal training

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A new approach to responder fitness

Developing a sense of pride

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Take better care of your body

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Condition your whole body with high intensity training

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Good Fuel for Great Response

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Treating Trigger Points

Five Points for First Responder Fitness

More Steps for Uniform Fitness

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Functional Exercise: The Squat Reach

The Functionality of Active Stretching

Implementing Basic Daily Stretches

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