Firefighter Fitness  Firefighting is one of the most physically demanding occupations there is and requires above average aerobic and anaerobic power, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility   Cardiopulmonary health is essential for emergency responders Firefighting is an aerobically demanding occupation sometimes requiring a firefighter to work at or near maximal capacity for several minutes at a time. Due to the high physical demands of firefighting, successful job performance and minimization of injury depends largely on the fitness level of the firefighters. In addition, the combination of the high physical demands of the job, abrupt changes from rest to high intensities, a number of environmental and psychological stressors and use of protective garments contribute to the increased mortality from cardiovascular disease among firefighters

You must be in top physical condition to perform the tasks required of a Firefighter, such as rescuing victims, carrying equipment, raising ladders and performing automobile extractions. You must also be in top physical condition to be trained to do these tasks.

The staff of Xtreme O2 are dedicated to providing the guidance and information you need to reach your fitness goals.  You will benefit from the quality services offered by our professionals. We mobilize our services to the work site and administer our wellness/fitness service in a confidential setting.   Xtreme O2’s Wellness-Fitness Program complies with the following agencies requirements and recommendations: ● Fitness Component outlined in the Fire Service Joint Labor Management Wellness-   Fitness Initiative. ● NFPA 1583 Standards on Recommended Practice for Fire Fighter Physical Performance and Conditioning Program.   To request a copy of the Firefighter Fitness / Wellness program please e-mail Xtreme O2 at  info@xtremeo2.com   All Content Copyright © Xtreme O2 2004-2009