Complete this exercise using a Safety Squat Bar (SSB). The SSB shown here is called a Transformer Bar (designed by Kabuki Strength). Key Points: 1) While keeping a strong core, step forward into a lunge position 2) The feet should start and remain hip width apart as you complete the movement 3) The torso and

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Fire Chief Harold Scoggins held a promotional ceremony on Aug. 1 at the Fire Station 10 to promote members to new ranks in the department. Congratulations to all as they step into their new leadership roles. Professional staff promotions: • Iman Gary – Fire Alarm Center • Stephanie Renaud – Fire Prevention Division Fireboat Pilot

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Four PCSD deputies have deployed to Hawaii with Washington State Task Force-1 FEMA Urban Search and Rescue (WA-TF1) to assist in search and rescue missions following this week’s devastating fires. The Type 3 team, consisting of 45 people from Pierce and King counties and the City of Seattle Fire Department, left on Aug. 10, 2023.

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Key Points: 1) Begin the exercise in a tall position with feet hip-width apart, shoulder blades back and down, and the chin level to the ground. 2) Position the DBs to the sides of your legs with the palm facing forward 3) Intently think about the biceps muscle when lifting and holding the weights (mind-muscle

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An encampment fire caused a massive plume of smoke to rise above downtown Seattle Monday afternoon. The fire sparked in an encampment at Mercer Street near Fairview, close to an Interstate 5 onramp. Eastbound lanes of Mercer Street were blocked while firefighters worked on the scene. There were no injuries reported and firefighters did not

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Complete the following exercises: 1) Neck Stretch (Hold for 10 – 20 seconds each side) 2) Crossbody Stretch (Hold for 20 –30 seconds each side) 3) 90/90 Chest Stretch (Hold for 20 – 30 seconds each side) 4) Triceps Stretch (Hold for 20 – 30 seconds each side) 5) Child’s Pose, Lat Stretch (Hold for

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The Seattle Fire Department said the man was struck near MLK Jr Way S at S Holly St. READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/seattle/man-critical-condition-struck-light-rail-rainier-valley/281-e3f4e3ce-69d1-49e7-98df-6a792b95cf59

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According to Firehouse Magazine’s National Run Survey, Wichita Kansas Firehouse 1 is the second busiest firehouse in the U.S.A. with 5 units responding to a combined total of 28,755 incidents in 2021. A Battalion Chief, Engine, Truck, Squad, Mobile Air Unit and Fire Investigation Unit are housed here. I spent the day riding with Truck

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Complete the following exercises: 1) Child’s Pose to Downward Dog (Complete 5-6 reps) 2) Pigeon Pose Stretch (Hold for 20 seconds) 3) Hamstring Floss (Complete 8-12 reps each side 4) Rocking Adductor Stretch (Complete 8-12 reps each side) 5) Finish with a light walk on the treadmill or outside for 5 minutes 6) IMPORTANT: Focus

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