Initial training as a stimulus for optimal physical fitness in firemen

In this investigation the physical fitness of 34 recruits to the UK Fire Service was assessed before and after their initial training (tests 1-2) and on three occasions (tests 3-5) during the first 18 months of their service (n=34+6=40). The initial training (test 2-test 1) resulted in an increase i...

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Physical Fitness
Random Allocation
Recruits
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