Recent content by maddogmedic

Well, I'm not a looney and I, too was pretty skeptical about the claims. I didn't adhere completely and militantly to Tim Ferriss's workout and diet plan but I DID lose a lot of weight and I've kept it off. More importantly, I've made lasting changes to my habits and I'm not feeling like I'm...

Regardless of your size (and I've met a LOT of very strong people who are tiny) physical strength and fitness are about MUCH more than whether or not you can get and do the job. It's about quality of life. I'm a paramedic in my 40s and, at times, my job can be very physically demanding...

Another added benefit: My wife thinks I look pretty fabulous. After 19 years of marriage, it's like we're kids again! Heh heh heh. --maddog

Try scrambled eggs with cheese, spinach and lentils for a good healthy meal. Beans are cheap and a GREAT source of protein and fiber. The smaller the bean, the better. that's why lentils are really good for ya but Fava beans can pack on some carbs. If you're an egg-sandwich fan, make an omelet...

Might be what you eat. I, too, struggled with energy during the day. Not only do I work shifts, but I travel internationally a lot and jet-lag is much like shift work. It sounds like you are doing everything right as far as keeping up your exercise. Good on ya! I'm in the same age range and...

You're spot-on with the deadlifts. They are a very important part of my weightlifting workout specifically because of the injuries many EMTs and paramedics suffer on the job. Deadlifts and squats build your core (abs and all the muscles that keep your spine aligned when doing stuff). They build...

Yep! I'll be there in July in Baltimore! (Yay! I miss the old "murder and heroin capital" of the USA!). Will you be there as well? PM or email me. I know all the best bars in B'more and the best ones near the class site (it's in a suburb of Baltimore called Catonsville). As far as where I'm...

Howdy, Y'all! Thanks for posting my blog. I've just joined the forums. I found them while searching for info on CCEMT-P resources. I think I'll have a look around and see what's what. This is the first place I've found that has an organized "international" section for EMS. Cheers...