Acondicionamiento físico para la mejora del rendimiento en las emergencias dirigido al personal operativo del cuerpo de bomberos Riobamba.

Abstract

This study examines the importance of physical conditioning in firefighters and its impact on safety and operational efficiency. In this sense, the relationship between physical preparation and the capacity to respond to emergencies is analyzed, highlighting the need to implement structured training programs that optimize the resistance and strength of operational personnel. From a methodological perspective, a bibliographic review is developed based on recent scientific sources. Consequently, studies are identified that emphasize the influence of nutrition, hormonal regulation and muscle recovery on firefighter performance, which allows establishing a solid base for the formulation of training strategies adapted to the demands of the profession. At the same time, international standards governing physical fitness in fire departments are addressed. In this context, organizations such as the NFPA and the ILO have established guidelines that ensure optimal physical fitness, minimizing operational risks and improving response capacity in highly demanding situations. This helps to address potential emergencies that could put the physical health of firefighters at risk. The methodology of this study is qualitative and descriptive bibliographic, based on the analysis of recent studies, allowing for the identification of trends, theoretical approaches and relevant empirical evidence on conditioning, allowing for a deep understanding of the topic. Therefore, the findings highlight the need to promote an organizational culture that values physical preparation as an essential factor in occupational safety, consequently, the integration of biomedical monitoring technologies, active recovery strategies and specialized training is presented as a viable solution to improve the performance of firefighting personnel.