Episode 10 S1-10
Physical Fitness for Survival
Featuring:
Day After Disaster Ch 10
Special Guest:
Skip Buck

Dangers of the Lack of Physical Fitness:
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After a disaster it is too late to start getting in shape.
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You would not be aware of your limitations or how far you can push yourself.
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You are at risk for heart attack.
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You will be a burden on your community.
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The physical requirements of survival will cause you to be very sore limiting your ability to move.
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After a disaster there will be no means for aiding your mobility.
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Extremely obese individuals will have difficulty securing food in a world without the conveniences we now have.
Those Who Are Physically Fit:
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You will be heavily relied upon to fulfill the physical requirements of the group that others may fall short on.
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You have an appropriate body weight to muscle ratio.
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You have focused on cardio training as well as strength training.
A Basic Training Program is all You Need:
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Having strong legs and back combined with endurance will win the day.
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Make sure you address any injuries before you begin training.
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Squats, dead lifts, and core work will get you the strong legs and back you need.
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Do multi-joint exercises to maximize the effect of your workout rather than focusing on individual muscle groups.
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Learn how to do wrist locks, twist locks, Close Quarters Combat techniques.
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Practice on a heavy bag to build muscle endurance and bone density.
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Make sure you strength train. Especially if you are a woman taking calcium supplements.
Featured Quote From Today's Chapter:
“She felt like riding away as fast as she could, but something deep inside her was telling her to help.”

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