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On today’s show Coach Chris sits down with Michelle DiCapua, Bikini competitor, CrossFitter and police officer. Michelle shares how being physically fit is essential for first responders. Whether it’s running after a suspect or performing CPR your physical capabilities play a huge role in how you protect and serve your community.  Tune in to hear Michelle’s tips on fitness for first responders.

 

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"I think that if you choose the career to be a Police Officer or EMS, Firefighter, Military, anything like that, you need to be fit... Not just for yourself but for your co-workers and for your community."

 

 

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Time Stamps:

1:25 How Michelle met the Critical Bench crew

3:27 Why first responders should work on their fitness

5:16 Using the stress of exercise to mimic high-stress situations at work

6:46 Workout bare minimums for first responders

8:11 Confidence and a commanded presence in dangerous situations

11:59 Michelle’s talks Martial Arts and CrossFit

16:57 Hacks for healthy eating when you work crazy hours

19:56 A look at Michelle’s shift hours over the years

24:55 Michelle’s mindset, 4 days out from a Bikini Competition

 

Resources

• Why Stretching Won't Make You Flexible

 

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