FDNY Firefighter Aleigha Powder of Ladder 155 masters the vertical jump, an effective exercise for building both endurance and explosive power. Photo by FDNY Firefighter Aaron Burns.
In this Issue
Features
In Plain Sight
By Lieutenant Andrew Kane
What Is Cross Training and Why is it so Effective for EMS?
By EMTs Camilo Hernandez and Amanda Bonfanti
Fit to Fight
By Captain Robert Cefoli and Firefighter James Carino
Columns
SAFETY FIRST
The Importance of Cooling and Rehydration for First Responders
By Captain Christopher Tighe
INJURY AVOIDANCE
Indoor Cycling for Cardiovascular Health
By Captain Thomas S. Tanzosh
HEART OF THE MATTER
Recovering After a Heart Attack…Emotional and Lifestyle Changes
By Dr. Dianne Acuna, Fire Medical Officer
NUTRITION MATTERS
The Link Between Vitamin D and Depression
By Director Mary McLaughlin, Bureau of Health Services
REDUCING STRESS
How Peer Support Groups Help FDNY Members Stay Ready and Strong
By Captain Frank Leto
Departments
TEAM FDNY RECAP
PUBLISHER’S NOTE
Special Sections
SUPPORT TEAM FDNY AT THE 50TH ANNUAL NYC MARATHON
DEPUTY CHIEF ORIO PALMER MEMORIAL FITNESS AWARD WINNERS