FRF Wellness Tips for First Responders

Posted by Elite Internet Technologies on November 9th, 2016

Stress is pretty high on the list of things that kill. It’s a pretty real feeling for first responders. A siren sounds and without a second thought, they jump into their emergency vehicle, switch on the flashing LED emergency lights and head off into the unknown. In this line of work, stress is inevitable and will take a toll on your body and mind quickly. 

Most often firefighters who die with the flashing emergency vehicle lights in the background suffer from heart attacks. If that isn’t proof enough, studies show that police officers have higher rates of cardiovascular than the general population. Keep yourself healthy and prepared to handle stress with these tips.

Put down the cigarettes.

The list of things cigarettes contain that harms your health is too long to type. Just know they are terrible for you and you’re cardiovascular is more important than a nicotine addiction.

Exercise Regularly

Just get off the couch and move. You don’t have to lift weights or do cross fit, just try to live a more active lifestyle and you’ll see the benefits and maybe have more energy to do more.

Eat well

Don’t get on board with the fast food fix while on a shift. Prepare for hunger and keep healthy options around.

Get a physical

Without a physical, you can completely lose the opportunity to prevent high blood pressure and cholesterol. If you aren’t aware you’re at risk until it’s too late it could be a serious issue. It’s also beneficial to schedule these appointments way ahead of time to help with accountability. It’s like the dentist, you floss for three days before when you go.

Living a health style is vital part of being a first responder or police officer. Keeping your body in tip top shape can be the difference in saving a life. Next time you climb into the emergency vehicle, pack it full of healthy foods and ditch the smokes. For more information please visit http://lightsnmore.com/