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http://dx.doi.org/10.7731/KIFSE.642ab111

Effects of a High-Intensity Interval Training Program on the Fitness and Performance of Firefighters  

Kim, Cherho (Dept. of Sports Medicine, Korea University)
Ji, Changjin (Dept. of Sports and Leisure Studies, Korea University)
Kim, Sangho (School of Global Sport Studies, Korea University)
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Fire Science and Engineering / v.34, no.2, 2020 , pp. 97-102 More about this Journal
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of a Tabata exercise program as an alternative for firefighters whose working environment makes it difficult to manage physical fitness. The Tabata exercise program, in which 16 people participated, led to increased muscle mass and reduced weight and body fat, which not only improved the health of the firefighters but also improved their cardiopulmonary endurance, muscle endurance, and muscle strength, which are essential elements during firefighting emergency relief activities. On the basis of these results, it is believed that developing and providing guidelines for scientific and systematic exercise programs to firefighters will lead to better work capability during fire and disaster situations.
Keywords
Fire fighter performance; Hight intensity interval training (HIIT); Tabta training;
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