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Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service is calling on individuals who want to make a difference in their community.

Do you think this role is for you? Apply now! You can visit our On-call careers page for insight into the role of an on-call firefighter, the type of activities you could expect to be involved in, and further details about the recruitment process.

Don't forget that applications close at 23:59 on 1 April 2025.

Flexibility

Firefighters need to be able to manoeuvre through challenging or tight confined spaces, which requires a good level of flexibility. A lack of flexibility will limit the range of motion, placing stress on your joints, which can then potentially result in injuries such as muscle strains or ligament damage. However, when the time available for training is limited, it is common for flexibility training to be sacrificed.

  • Before your training session, warm up thoroughly. Dynamic stretching will prepare the joints and muscles for the working session.
  • Following your session, aim to stretch within 5 – 10 minutes of completing each session

Pilates or Yoga?

Both will help you to develop body awareness, identifying any weakness or tightness you may have, leading to an improved posture, greater flexibility and a stronger core. It is also a fantastic way to take time out for some relaxation and important ‘you’ time.

Stretches

Complete daily and after each workout. Hold the stretch for 15 – 20 seconds

Demonstration of a calf stretch
Calf stretch
Demonstration on how to stretch your hamstring
Hamstring stretch
An example of a quadricep stretch
Quadricep stretch
An example of a thigh stretch
Inner thigh stretch
Demonstration of a shoulder stretch
Shoulder stretch
An example of a tricep stretch
Tricep stretch
Demonstration of an upper back stretch
Upper back stretch
An example of a chest stretch
Chest stretch