Pilates for Firefighters
Back pain is one of the most common forms of injuries, so it should not come as a shock that it is common among firefighters, too.
The physical demands, coupled with previous injuries, and unhealthy habits will not only hinder a firefighter’s performance on the job, but can lead to an early retirement.
A Back Injury Waiting to Happen
As a firefighter, for a 24-hour period, if you’re not working, then you’re sitting and waiting to work. Whether it’s the zero-to-100mph within seconds or the sedentary bouts between things hitting the fan, an unhealthy back is a recipe for disaster.
You can experience back pain when lifting a tool, patient, or dragging a hose line - or simply when you’ve been sitting too long and a prior strain kicks in.
The best thing a firefighter can do to avoid back pain is to prevent it from happening to begin with.
Back injuries might be common, for both those working in the firehouse and those who don’t. But they don’t have to be inevitable for anyone if you take the proper preventive steps.
We all know that the core is important, especially for firefighters and Pilates can be a great form of exercise to strengthen it.
Pilates can be a challenging workout, and at the same time is one of the most effective methods of rehabilitation.
Pilates builds a body which is flexible and strong to the core. It is an all encompassing fitness and flexibility regime quite unlike any other form of training.
Pilates workouts emphasize flexibility, balance, agility and co-ordination. They provide an excellent solution to stiff spines, poor postures, weak feet & ankle joints, knee complications, neck issues and lack of abdominal strength.
Many men think Pilates is just for women – the truth is – Pilates is probably one of the most effective workouts for men.
Benefits of Pilates
Reduce stiffness and stress and learn to become more flexible
Release tension and improve posture
Rehabilitate injuries
Prevent injury and work on your core
Build a body which is flexible, strong and free from pain
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