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Dec. 4, 2024
Firefighter Fitness with Dr. Jason Won: Strength, Wellness, and Holistic Health.
Episode 68: Firefighter Fitness with Dr. Jason Won
In this powerful episode of Beneath the Helmet, retired Fire Chief Arjuna George chats with Dr. Jason Won, a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist and holistic health expert. Dr. Won shares actionable strategies for firefighters to optimize their health, improve performance, and thrive in both their careers and retirement.
Topics include functional strength training, the impact of nutrition and hydration, nervous system health, and practical recovery techniques. Dr. Won also offers a profound challenge to listeners: "Don’t just die for your loved ones—live for them."
Packed with insights and tips, this episode is a must-listen for any firefighter or first responder committed to better health and wellness.
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Firefighter Fitness with Dr. Jason Won: Strength, Wellness, and Holistic Health.
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In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, host Arjuna George converses with Dr. Jason Won, an orthopedic physical therapist and movement expert, also known as Flex with Dr. J. They discuss comprehensive wellness strategies for firefighters, including functional movements, nutrition, hydration, nervous system health, and the impact of hormones on overall well-being. Dr. Won shares practical advice on strength training, stress management, effective breathing exercises, and proper nutrition and hydration. Tune in for health tips and an inspiring closing message about living better for the ones we love.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview
00:32 Functional Movements and Nutrition for Firefighters
03:11 Holistic Approach to Physical Therapy
06:06 Common Physical Issues in Firefighters
17:18 The Importance of Strength Training
23:00 Getting Started with Exercise
25:08 The Rule of Two: Overcoming Negative Emotions
25:55 The Science Behind Exercise and Emotional State
27:44 Understanding Key Hormones: Cortisol, Testosterone, and Estrogen
29:00 Optimizing Hormones Through Exercise and Nutrition
30:17 The Importance of Recovery: Sleep and Diet
32:12 Nutrition Tips: What to Avoid and What to Embrace
36:01 Hydration and Supplements: Key to Performance
43:59 Daily Health Habits: Dr. Juan's Routine
46:48 Final Thoughts: Living for Your Loved Ones
48:28 Connecting with Dr. Juan
Feel free to reach out to him by texting 4159656580 or emailing support@flexwithdoctorjay.com
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Jason Won
Dr. Jason Won is a board certified orthopedic physical therapist. He started his online chronic pain program in 2019 called the Pain Free Academy. It takes a holistic scope to relieving chronic pain, by utilizing strength training, mobility mastery, stress reduction, nutrition and sleep recovery, as well as lifestyle change to form better and healthier habits. He's helped over 2000+ people worldwide completely from home, with minimal use of massage, medication, and other passive interventions.
Dr. Jason Won has an extreme passion for the human body and how to optimize the longevity and quality of life for many. He has 2 children, a beautiful wife in Daly City/San Francisco area, and he's an avid runner, powerlifter, and basketball athlete.
On his spare time, he's working out, planning his next Disney trips, bookmarking restaurants he wants to try, and hanging out with his family.
Feel free to reach out to him by texting 4159656580 or emailing support@flexwithdoctorjay.com
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