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February 28, 2022 57 mins

Evan Halquist is on for Show 47 and we talk about FireFighter Academy Fitness.

Fire Captain Evan Halquist is on a mission to help improve the Fitness and Training for those entering a Recruit Training Academy, and Firefighters operating in Fire Stations.

This episode will help you learn how the "R.E.S.T." method can help you optimize and elevate your overall fitness.

We discuss
- Kettlebells vs Sandbags
- Workouts vs. Programs
- Recruit Firefighter Training
   - Challenges
   - Solutions

Here are links to learn more about
the training methods Evan recommends.

StrongFirst School of Strength
IG: @strongfirst

Foundation Training
IG: @foundationtraining

♦️ Free Customized Periodized-Hybrid Training Guide

Our crazy First-Responder lifestyle makes it so difficult to improve our strength and physical performance.

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