OSU Tactical Fitness and Nutrition

Dr. Joyce presenting at 7-minute Science hosted by and Love how Dr. Joyce makes the complex more digestible (food pun just for her)!

Reminder: Nutrition class this Friday from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Q&A session (hop on and ask anything you and your team have been wondering or needing nutrition-wise)

See flyer below for next round of classes and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Reminder: Nutrition class this Friday from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Nutrition literacy and fad diets

See flyer below for next round of classes and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Reminder: NO nutrition class this Friday, pick back up next Friday

Topic next week: Nutrition literacy & fad diets

See flyer below for the schedule and sharing with friends.

Great event to participate in if in the Stillwater area!

Volunteers needed!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸 Come get service hours and help us honor those who have served. November 2nd & 3rd, and pickup on Nov 12th be sure to sign up! We are placing 7,158 flags and need all the assistance. You do not need to be a student to sign up for any of the shifts.
HTTPS://WWW.GIVEPULSE.COM/EVENT/403666

Reminder: Nutrition class this Friday from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Q&A session (aka a chance to ask me anything you want about nutrition and take it back to your team)

See flyer below for next round of classes and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Reminder: No nutrition class this Friday, next class is October 13 from 3-4pm CT on Zoom (usual time & place)

Next topic: Q&A session (bring all your team's nutrition questions, get them answered, & take it back to the team)

See flyer below for next round of classes and sharing with friends.

Reminder: Nutrition class this FRIDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Healthy eating 101 (& on a budget)

See flyer below for next round of classes and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

We are working on developing a program for first responder and military (tactical athlete) children, called Fueling Young Heroes.

Before we can create the program though, we need to find out how healthy tactical athlete children eat and how they influence tactical athlete eating habits/ nutrition.

To complete the survey (~5 min), choose the appropriate link:
- Tactical athletes - https://okstateches.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_82rEgXaXw6iG9ng
- Significant others - https://okstateches.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5duMJr64kUNq7ZQ

We would also appreciate your help in sharing this post with your respective groups.

With two tactical spouses on this study, we thank you for your help in better serving the families who give so much.

Our hearts are hurting for Norman Fire Department as they mourn the loss of one of their own.
Details have not yet been released out of respect for the family.

Latest Collaboration with Robert Lockie and Tactical Research Unit

Bottom Line Up Front: The leg tuck and plank likely measure different qualities; further research is needed on job task relationships.

Gonzalez, SM, Withrow, KL, Rubin, DA, Lynn, SK, Dawes, JJ, Orr, RM, and Lockie, RG. A research note investigating the leg tuck and plank with potential impacts for occupational testing. J Strength Cond Res 37(10): 2076–2079, 2023—The U.S. Army recently replaced the leg tuck with the plank in their physical ability testing. There has been limited analysis of whether these 2 tests correlate, have any relationships with body composition and strength, or are s*x-neutral. Forty-nine civilian college students (28 males, 21 females) were recruited as surrogates for tactical personnel. The following were measured: height, body mass, body fat percentage (BF%), and muscle mass percentage (MM%) measured through bioelectrical impedance analysis, grip strength, leg tuck, and plank. Independent t -tests were calculated to determine between-s*x differences for all variables ( p < 0.05). Partial correlations controlling for s*x were used to compute relationships between the leg tuck, plank, and other variables. Stepwise regression controlling for s*x derived predictive relationships for the leg tuck and plank. Males were taller, had greater body mass, MM%, and were superior in grip strength and the leg tuck; females had greater BF%. There were no significant between-s*x differences for the plank. The leg tuck correlated with BF%, MM%, grip strength, and the plank ( r = ±0.333–0.524). In addition to the leg tuck, the plank correlated with BF% ( r = −0.288). The leg tuck was predicted by s*x, grip strength, and the plank (adjusted r 2 = 0.662). No variables predicted the plank. As there were no between-s*x differences and s*x was not a plank predictor, it appears this test minimized s*x differences on task performance in civilians. However, the leg tuck and plank likely measure different qualities; further research is needed on job task relationships.

A Research Note Investigating the Leg Tuck and Plank With... : The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research r physical ability testing. There has been limited analysis of whether these 2 tests correlate, have any relationships with body composition and strength, or are s*x-neutral. Forty-nine civilian college students (28 males, 21 females) were recruited as surrogates for tactical personnel. The followin...

Day 1 of OSU-OKC First Responder Health and Wellness Workshop complete! Jill Joyce is up tomorrow with Nutrition for health and performance!

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Reminder: Nutrition class this FRIDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Weight management and disease prevention

See flyer below for next round of classes and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

We are working on developing a program for first responder and military (tactical athlete) children, called Fueling Young Heroes.

Before we can create the program though, we need to find out how healthy tactical athlete children eat and how they influence tactical athlete eating habits/ nutrition.

We would appreciate your help in sharing the attached flyer for the survey to your respective groups. With two tactical spouses on this study, we thank you for your help in better serving the families who give so much.

Tactical athlete survey link - https://okstateches.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_82rEgXaXw6iG9ng

Spouse survey link - https://okstateches.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5duMJr64kUNq7ZQ

Struggling to kick start or stick to new healthy habits? We have a solution for you!

Try the Fittest Force Challenge - evidence- and theory-based, so it works! Get signed up by October 1. We start October 2.

See the flyer below and feel free to email us at [email protected] with any questions. It will only cost $15 for the whole program (basically 2 PSLs).

Success stories & feedback from pilot programs:

"I am so glad I committed and put in the work! I feel better about myself, have more confidence, better mood, and look forward to working out again... With the help of my team, it's not all about the number on the scale. Great building block for long-term continued success! "

"This program has helped me to focus on myself. Something I have not done for years."

"Thank you for the tips and the explanations of food,... I really didn’t know where to start. I also appreciated the not in your face approach."

Join us this week at OSU-OKC!

Reminder: Nutrition class this FRIDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Food environments that make or break your healthy eating habits

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Check out one of our most recent collaborations with our colleagues in Brazil!
https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/abstract/2023/06000/age_and_s*x_differences_in_fitness_among_brazilian.17.aspx

Abstract
Marins, EF, Dawes, JJ, and Del Vecchio, FB. Age and s*x differences in fitness among Brazilian Federal Highway Patrol Officers. J Strength Cond Res 37(6): 1292–1297, 2023—Age- and s*x-related differences in fitness have been observed in U.S.-based law enforcement agencies. However, these differences have not been fully explored among agencies outside the United States. The purpose of this investigation was to explore the age- and s*x-related differences on selected measures of physical fitness among Brazilian Federal Highway Police Officers. Retrospective physical fitness data for 7,044 (men = 6,283 and women = 761) officers were provided for analysis. These tests included sit-ups and push-ups (muscular endurance), flexed-arm hang/pull-ups (upper-body strength), standing broad jump (lower-body power), and a 12-minute run (aerobic capacity). Data were stratified by age into 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, and 50–59 year groups and analyzed by s*x. Independent samples t-tests were used to assess s*x-related differences, and a one-way analysis of variance with Bonferroni post hoc for multiple pairwise comparisons was used to calculate differences between age groups. A linear regression was then used to verify the effect of age on the physical fitness for both s*xes. Male officers were older, heavier, and taller and displayed greater upper-limb muscular endurance and aerobic capacity than female officers (p < 0.05). General declines in muscular endurance, strength, lower-body power, and cardiorespiratory fitness were observed among male officers (p < 0.05) by age groups. Significant (p < 0.05) declines in fitness were also observed among older female officers in muscular endurance, lower-body power, and cardiorespiratory fitness. These general declines in fitness with age progression may negatively impact an officers overall health and occupational fitness. Officers should strive to attain and maintain adequate levels of fitness to sustain health, fitness, and occupational performance throughout their career. It is recommended that both male and female officers engage in strength training and conditioning programs focused to combat the potential deleterious effects of aging.

Age and S*x Differences in Fitness Among Brazilian Federal... : The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research ces have not been fully explored among agencies outside the United States. The purpose of this investigation was to explore the age- and s*x-related differences on selected measures of physical fitness among Brazilian Federal Highway Police Officers. Retrospective physical fitness data for 7,044 (me...

Curious how healthy your diet is? Wondering what adjustments could be made to improve your nutrition?

We got you covered! Check out our free dietary assessment service below.

We will never forget 🧡

Thank you to the fire protection students for hosting another 9/11 memorial stair climb and letting the Stillwater community honor those who responded to the events of 9/11 and continue to serve because of it.

UPDATE: Nutrition class this Friday has been cancelled due to work events.

Topic when we pick back up on 9/15: Food environments that make or break your healthy eating habits

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. New flyer and class cycle starts 9/29 (coming soon).

UPDATE: Nutrition classes this and next Friday have been cancelled due to sudden personal and work events.

Topic when we pick back up on 9/15: Food environments that make or break your healthy eating habits

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. New flyer and class cycle starts 9/29 (coming soon).

Another great collaboration! BLUF: The results indicate the trainees who are generally fit may perform well in a range of different fitness tests, including the Illinois Agility Test.. Nonetheless, improving muscular strength (measured by the 10RM deadlift), total-body power (BOMBT), and metabolic capacity (estimated V̇O2max, farmer’s carry) could enhance COD speed in firefighter trainees.

Our latest collaboration!
Bottom Line Up Front: Different "core" tests assess different attributes and may not be interchangeable. We would love to hear your thoughts on these two assessments (Pros/Cons) and other areas of research we can cover in this area to help you and your agency.

Feel free to PM if you would like the full article.
Robert Lockie Tactical Research Unit Jay Dawes

Reminder: Nutrition class this FRIDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom (switching back to Fridays now that school is back in session)

Topic this week: Eating healthy while eating out

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Join us in supporting the OSU FPST students and in remembering and honoring those who responded to the events of 9/11.

Thanks to Lexipol for allowing us to be involved and for such a nice!

No nutrition class this week, unless you are attending Fire Rescue International. Dr. Joyce will be presenting. Check out the info on her session below. See you there!

Reminder: Nutrition class this THURSDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Q&A session

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Reminder: Nutrition class this THURSDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Dietary supplements 101

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Update: NO nutrition class this Thursday (sorry, last minute appointment that couldn't be moved)

Topic NEXT week: Dietary & herbal supplements

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Hope to see you there!

Excited for the CPSDA Tactical Nutrition Summit a little under 2 weeks away in San Diego! Hope to see you there, especially at session 1 😉

Reminder: Nutrition class this THURSDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Performance nutrition & hydration

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Diet assessments are here!

Reminder: Nutrition class this THURSDAY from 3-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Meal Planning & Prep

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682

Latest Research from our lab showing that when doing Box Jump Drill, the height of the box makes less difference than the intent to jump as high as possible. Bottom Line: You don't need to use tall plyometric boxes to develop power, you just need the intent to jump high!

Influence of Box Height on Inter-Limb Asymmetry and Box Jump Performance Box jumps are often included in training programs as an introductory exercise to novice athletes and untrained individuals and are an efficient option of lower-body explosiveness training. However, it is unclear whether the use of boxes of differing heights affect the inter-limb asymmetry during thi...

Reminder: Nutrition class this THURSDAY STARTING A HALF HOUR LATE from 3:30-4pm CT on Zoom

Topic this week: Q&A session

See flyer below for more info and sharing with friends. Link also included below for easy joining.

https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/j/94087577682