Physical fitness profile of professional Italian firefighters: Differences among age groups
The percentage of overweight and obesity among Italian firefighters is lower than that was documented for the US firefighters. Physical fitness tests results were systematically better for the younger categories than the older age group. Performances values showed statistical differences for 1RM bench-press, CMJ, 20m and endurance test with S.C.B.A. Wearing the protective clothing and S.C.B.A., 14% of all firefighters recruits failed to complete the endurance test.
aerobic power self-contained breathing apparatus strength