{"product_id":"comprehensive-wellness-for-firefighters-fitness-and-health-guide-for-fire-and-rescue-workers-paperback-softback-9780471287094","title":"Comprehensive Wellness for Firefighters; Fitness and Health Guide for Fire and Rescue Workers (Paperback \/ softback) 9780471287094","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eComprehensive Wellness for Firefighters\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eFitness and Health Guide for Fire and Rescue Workers\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJon Pearson (Author), John Hayford (Author), Wendi Royer (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780471287094, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 24 July 1995\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e368 pages\u003cbr\u003e28 x 21.6 x 1.6 cm, 0.866 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThe life-threatening risks that fire service personnel face are taxing both physically and mentally. Firefighters and emergency medical personnel have a higher rate of heart disease, lung disease, cancer, substance abuse problems, and injuries than the general population. Studies show that high levels of cardiovascualr conditioning, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility allow firefighters to perform their jobs safely and more effectively. Now, fire and rescue workers can turn to Comprehensive Wellness for Firefighters for all the information they need to evaluate and improve their personal lifestyles. This uniquely accessible book focuses on self-assessment methods and action planning procedures that emphasize personal responsibility for good health and enable readers to apply the information to their own lives. In addition to the personal health evaluations, sample workout routines, and instructive exercise programs, the authors integrate materials essential for total health including information on diet and nutrition, drug and alcohol issues, and critical incident stress management techniques. By using this book, readers will be able to effectively:  \u003cp\u003e-Evaluate their current level of physical fitness in order to monitor their future progress\u003cbr\u003e -Select exercise options that best meet their preferences, needs, and objectives\u003cbr\u003e -Develop strategies and personal action plans that promote and improve total health and fitness\u003cbr\u003e -Adopt a long-term commitment to a physically and mentally healthy lifestyle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned as a valuable resource and practical guide, Comprehensive Wellness for Firefighters not only attempts to minimize risk in an inherently hazardous line of work, but also promotes behavior and attitudes that contribute to long-term health and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePhysical Fitness and the Fire Service.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Fitness Assessment: Finding Your Starting Point.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Physiology and Flexibility: The Science of Stretching.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Cardiovascular Fitness: Run (or Walk) for Your Life.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Muscular Fitness: Building Strength Safely and Effectively.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Nutrition: Practical Guidelines for Good Health.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Body Composition and Weight Control.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Substance Abuse: Alcohol, Drugs, and Tobacco.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Managing Stress On and Off the Job.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Maintaining Wellness Through Lifestyle Management.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Chemistry [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Chemistry\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Chemistry%20%5BPN%5D%22\"\u003ePN\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52286394171672,"sku":"9780471287094","price":121.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780471287094.jpg?v=1781551243","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/comprehensive-wellness-for-firefighters-fitness-and-health-guide-for-fire-and-rescue-workers-paperback-softback-9780471287094","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}