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im looking to get in a little better shape and was curious if anyone has found and is doing or seen a work out specifically tailored to bettering on the job performance?

If i remember right EMS1 did a little workout demo at an expo they had, but at the moment i am on my ipad and can't watch flash so i couldn't tell you for sure. what are you guys doing to make lifting the stretcher, draw sheeting patients, general health, and endurance better?

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There are hundreds of videos out there on You Tube that you can get for free

try this search to begin your quest

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=exercises+for+EMS

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  • 1 year later...

Think about the typical injury patterns paramedics experience and go from there. Back injuries, shoulder/rotator cuff injuries, hip/knee injuries. For the most part all of them are joint injuries of some form or another. Now consider what exercises you can do to strengthen the muscles supporting all of those vulnerable joints. If you work to strengthen your back/core, back injuries are less likely to plague you etc.

Focus on strength training that will enhance joint stability and form when performing lifts. Cardio can be whatever you choose as long as it brings your heart rate up for a decent length of time.

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