PHYSIOLOGICAL PROFILE OF PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS

  • 1 January 1977
    • journal article
    • research article
    • Vol. 19  (5) , 337-340
Abstract
The physical characteristics, functional capacities and body composition of 45 professional fire fighters, aged 23-49 yr were assessed. Maximum O2 uptake (VO2), recovery O2 uptake and arm and leg strength showed a negative linear relationship with age. Percent body fat increased with age from 18%-21%. Hand grip strength did not decline significantly as the grip strength values remained fairly constant for all fire fighters studied. Most of the data collected were considered to be within the normal range of the sedentary North American population. Professional fire fighters might benefit from a training program designed to develop and maintain a higher level of personal fitness.

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