A sports science collaboration between Mayo Clinic Health System and the La Crosse, WI, Fire Department is <a href='https://lacrossetribune.com/news/local/la-crosse-firefighters-improve-fitness-with-sports-science-help-from-mayo/article_caff1e10-c81d-11ed-954f-6f24183d6cce.html'>using technology-based systems</a> to test each firefighter’s mobility and establish an optimized, personalized exercise regime to improve strength and stamina. While firefighting requires physical fitness and endurance, what physical fitness looks like for an individual can vary. Guest expert Dr. Kelly Morgan shares her insight into the important parts of fitness, body composition measurement, and tailored training regimens.
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