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Changing your lifestyle



Contributed by: FireRescue1 Staff


Increase your physical activity as well as that of your department by organizing a department sports team such as softball or a regular department physical activity such as a running club.

To create a better lifestyle, you should:

  • Eat a balanced diet
  • Exercise regularly (3-5 times per week)
  • Limit alcohol consumption
  • Learn stress management techniques
  • Foster positive relationships with others
  • Try to get 7-8 hours of sleep per night
  • Develop a plan to quit smoking, and garner support from others



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