{"id":11450,"date":"2019-11-04T09:07:31","date_gmt":"2019-11-04T09:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/firerescuefitness.com\/?p=11450"},"modified":"2020-01-28T01:45:09","modified_gmt":"2020-01-28T01:45:09","slug":"firefighter-flexibility-hacks-to-improve-performance-and-feel-better-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firerescuefitness.com\/2019\/11\/firefighter-flexibility-hacks-to-improve-performance-and-feel-better-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Flexibility Hacks for Firefighters&#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Attention firefighters, EMTs and medics.&nbsp; Stop neglecting your flexibility! I know its easy to skip your stretching and flexibility exercises.&nbsp; So, here are some easy &#8220;hacks&#8221; to help you incorporate more stretching into your workout and day.&nbsp; These will help you move better, perform better and ultimately could help you save a life!&nbsp; Click the video below and give these a try&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gvMKqjDrjdQ\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Here is some more information about foam rolling.&nbsp; I think the foam roller is an essential tool for every fire rescue athlete (firefighter, EMT and medic).&nbsp; I use it everyday, I know it can improve your performance.&nbsp; Click the link below for more information on foam rolling positions and how to use them.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/firerescuefitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/foam-roll-glutes.png?resize=300%2C215&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"215\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/firerescuefitness.com\/2018\/03\/every-firefighter-emt-and-medic-needs-this-fitness-tool\/\">Foam rolling for firefighters click here for the link<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>And, give this 4-minute stretch routine a try before your next shift or after your next FRF Workout.&nbsp; &nbsp;This is a great way to help you recover and move better.&nbsp; This can also reduce tightness in the low back.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/firerescuefitness.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/downdog-3-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/firerescuefitness.com\/2017\/10\/4-minute-stretch-can-improve-firefighter-performance\/\">4-minute stretch routine. Click here for this easy routine that can really help you move better.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Focus on movement and the strength and power will come.&nbsp; Just remember that.&nbsp; I hope these tips will help you move and perform better.&nbsp; &nbsp;Stay consistent with your flexibility and your body and career will thank you!<\/p>\n<p>Stay safe and Get FRF!<\/p>\n<p>Aaron Zamzow<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you foam rolling, actively warming up and utilizing the FRF 4-minute stretch routines?  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