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ARE YOU READY FOR THE JOB—OR JUST GOOD AT WORKING OUT?
Firefighter fitness takes more than random hard workouts. Build usable strength, an aerobic engine, work capacity, durability, and recovery with a plan.
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Explore the ideas behind better training, nutrition, and everyday habits. Practical reading for firefighters who want to understand the work as well as do it.
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THE SECRET RECIPE
A perspective on working toward your fitness and nutrition goals—and following through on the work.
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DO YOU KNOW YOUR TDEE?
An introduction to Total Daily Energy Expenditure and its role in understanding your daily energy needs.
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OPTIMAL TIMES TO CONSUME MACRONUTRIENTS
A look at meal timing and how macronutrients fit into training and nutrition goals.
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MACRONUTRIENTS PROPORTIONS
An introduction to macronutrient proportions and how they relate to daily calorie goals.
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VITAMINS AND MINERALS FOR FIREFIGHTERS
An overview of vitamins, minerals, and their role in everyday nutrition.
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