Klever fire brigade starts fitness offensive: group training enthusiastically!
Klever fire brigade starts fitness offensive: group training enthusiastically!
The Kleve volunteer fire brigade has had a new way since last week to improve their fitness. In the all-round sport in Kleve-Materborn, a service sports program is now offered, which is actively supported by the city of Kleve. The emergency services take part in this program under the guidance of certified trainers who lead a group training specially tailored to the needs of firefighters. This initiative could significantly promote the physical fitness of the fire brigade members, which is of great importance in view of the requirements for their operational readiness.
A total of 45 interested parties have registered for the training, which were divided into two groups. Regular training sessions have already taken place and the feedback is consistently positive. A frequently mentioned indicator of the effectiveness of the exercises is the sore muscles experienced according to the intensive training sessions. In addition, the training strengthens cohesion and exchange among the firefighters.
advantages of group training
group training offers numerous advantages that go beyond the physical aspect. The motivation is increased by the camaraderie and the firefighters can spur each other. In order to found an effective training group, it is advisable to determine the interest in regular training and use means of communication such as WhatsApp groups or email lists. A fixed training ground and alternatives in bad weather are also basic requirements.
With regard to the content of the training sessions, it is important to start with a warm-up. Various exercises such as running, Hampelmann and dynamic stretching are integrated. The subsequent units consist of technology training for complex exercises and circuit training, which is intended to increase both muscles and endurance. For example, stations such as squats and push -ups could be combined to ensure effective training routine.
Guide fire brigade sports
In addition to the training offers, HFUK Nord offers support from its revised fitness guide "Guide Fire Brigade Sport". The fourth edition of the 152-page guide contains valuable information on the organization and implementation of the service sport. The guide contains simple movement and exercise recommendations as well as an attachment with basic information on nutrition for firefighters.- Important contents of the guide:
- Background knowledge of the fire brigade and fitness
- Tips for sports motivation
- aids for organizing sport
- training planning
- endurance and strength training
- speed and coordination training
- Cooldown and relaxation training
fire brigades that are located in the Hfuk Nord business area can request the guide free of charge. For all other interested parties, the material is available for a moderate price.
These initiatives to improve fitness show how important physical preparation is for the emergency services. Therefore, the promotion of such programs is not only desirable, but necessary for the professional and effective operational readiness of the fire brigades.
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