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Episode 446 - Ben Strahan

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Ben Strahan is a veteran wildland Hotshot, human performance coach and athlete. We discuss his journey into the fire service, the physical demands of wildland firefighting, the inmate crew program, staffing, mental health, why fires are getting bigger and so much more.

Ben’s Instagram: Click Here

Wildland Firefighter Foundation Website: Click Here

Firefighters Burn Institute Website: Click Here

Recommended Books:

Becoming a Supple Leopard: The Ultimate Guide to Resolving Pain, Preventing Injury, and Optimizing Athletic Performance - Glen Cordoza and Kelly Starrett

As a Man Thinketh - James Allen

Recommended Movies:

Braveheart

Free Solo