Many (most?) of us could stand to lose some weight. It is just a fact that obesity is a growing and serious problem in every demographic group. Well known emergency physician and EMS author Dr. Bryan Bledsoe shares his own struggle with obesity and his current efforts to lose weight (keep up the great work […]
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Costs for caring for morbidly obese patients are expected to reach $147 billion per year. At nearly 10% of all medical expenditures this is a cost that could be reported as dollars per pound. Read more about obesity related costs in this article from EHS Today. I am not sure if the researchers cost projections […]
Today is National Trails Day. Push away from your computer and go for a hike, run, walk, skate, or cycle on a trail in your community. Trails are great for exercise, socializing, wellness, observing nature, and more. How do you use trails? My main trail use is to run and bike. The Green Circle Trail […]
Running is one of my passions. I run: for the health benefits to eat a lot of things that are calorie rich (like ice cream) because it clears my mind and gives me time to think to compete against myself and others Today, June 3, is the first National Running Day. Follow these Everyday EMS […]
Start everyday with a healthy breakfast to be energized and ready for the tasks ahead. Many EMS providers have early shift start times and long commutes, which make it even more important to eat something that is healthy and portable. Instead of drive thru fast food try eating fruit during your commute. Arrive a few […]
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Emergency Responder Fitness
Maintaining physical fitness, eating well, and attaining a healthy weight is a concern for many EMS providers. Or it should be a higher concern. Rotating shift schedules, long hours of posting, and little frequently interupted sleep can make fitness difficult. Connect with other EMS professionals interested in Fitness at Facebook.com/EMSFit Everyday EMS Athletes Tips, inspiration, […]