Any female firefighters on here?

FFfitgirl

I'm trying to lose weight/ build strength to be a ff. just curious if there are more ffs here

elphie754

To join a paid department or volunteer department? Just curious-how old are you?

FFfitgirl

I'm joining a combo district, as a volunteer. I'm 21

elphie754

FFfitgirl wrote: »

I'm joining a combo district, as a volunteer. I'm 21

Okay. Tbh most volunteer companies have less strict regulations than paid, which can actually be a good thing when it comes to your goals. Don't get me wrong, the training is still intense, just not as intense. For example- my volly dept course was about 4 months long, 3 nights a week with not mandatory cardiovascular training. The paid department? 9 month training, everyday from 9-5, sometimes longer, with mandatory physical activity every day.

I commend you for wanting to join though! Perhaps ask the chief what the physical requirements are for that particular department (since it can vary), and that way you can set specific goals.