http://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Sandy-Cough-Cleanup-Dust-Debris-Mold-Air-Quality-181054771.html
Even once the storm passes and the calm has settled in, you must protect yourself from the moldy unhygienic conditions that will no doubt exist.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Prepper Fitness and Nutrition #1
Most Americans don't have a gym in their home or can't afford a gym membership or personal trainer. So how can we get in shape or stay in shape to do everyday things like rake the yard, change a tire, bring in the groceries or something extreme like chop down a tree with an axe?
The answer is YOU! We can use our own bodyweight as resistance. Bodyweight workouts are highly effective and focus on the major muscle groups, which incidentally burn the most fat. That's right the large muscle groups like your Chest, Upper Back and Leg muscles are fat incinerators, when they are working hard and growing. Having said that your core (abdominals, obliques and your lower back) need to be strong to keep you injury free.
Here are a list of basic exercises that can kick start any workout regimen, whether you're a beginner, or have lifted before, these are always good "go-to's" and can be done just about anywhere.
- Push-ups (many variations)
- Pull-ups (various grips)
- Squats
- Lunges
- Bridge (a static exercise for your core)
- Crunches
- Russian Twists
A good rule to follow is 8-10 reps for 3-4 sets for both men and women, heck even the kids can do this. My daughters do.
Lastly, always check with your Doctor before starting an exercise program and DRINK WATER (that's your nutrition tip this time around) HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE.
Next week I will cover specific Functional Exercises for us Preppers to practice and some foods to eat that actually fight cancer cells.
Until next time, God bless and Check Your Kit!
-DragonSoldier
The answer is YOU! We can use our own bodyweight as resistance. Bodyweight workouts are highly effective and focus on the major muscle groups, which incidentally burn the most fat. That's right the large muscle groups like your Chest, Upper Back and Leg muscles are fat incinerators, when they are working hard and growing. Having said that your core (abdominals, obliques and your lower back) need to be strong to keep you injury free.
Here are a list of basic exercises that can kick start any workout regimen, whether you're a beginner, or have lifted before, these are always good "go-to's" and can be done just about anywhere.
- Push-ups (many variations)
- Pull-ups (various grips)
- Squats
- Lunges
- Bridge (a static exercise for your core)
- Crunches
- Russian Twists
A good rule to follow is 8-10 reps for 3-4 sets for both men and women, heck even the kids can do this. My daughters do.
Lastly, always check with your Doctor before starting an exercise program and DRINK WATER (that's your nutrition tip this time around) HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE.
Next week I will cover specific Functional Exercises for us Preppers to practice and some foods to eat that actually fight cancer cells.
Until next time, God bless and Check Your Kit!
-DragonSoldier
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Prepper Fitness
So after some conversations on other sites ( http://www.prepperlink.com/ and http://virginia.preppersnetwork.com/ ) it sounds like I would be a little more useful in using one of my other skills...Certified Fitness Trainer. I have been a CFT for almost 10 years and have even served as Master Fitness Trainer at an Armed Forces HQs facility. Most of those 10 years was as an independant trainer out of my garage, which is well equipped. Having said that, I will include a fitness topic each week in addition to the weekly CBRN discussion. If you are located in the Fredericksburg, VA area and want more of a personal training approach, just message me. I promise you I am the most affordable trainer in the area and probably one of the best.
So look for the Fitness discussion each week and please comment and share with your friends.
God Bless and Check Your Kit!
-DragonSoldier
So look for the Fitness discussion each week and please comment and share with your friends.
God Bless and Check Your Kit!
-DragonSoldier
Monday, November 26, 2012
Norovirus spreading in the UK
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2238630/Winter-vomiting-bug-cases-52-cent-compared-year.html
GRAB YOUR HAND SANITIZER AND N95 MASKS!
I will be keeping an eye out for this one to hit the US as fast and as hard as it hit the UK this winter. Practice your preventative measures...wash your hands regularly, keep your hand sanitizer handy.
Stay Healthy my friends!
-DragonSoldier
GRAB YOUR HAND SANITIZER AND N95 MASKS!
I will be keeping an eye out for this one to hit the US as fast and as hard as it hit the UK this winter. Practice your preventative measures...wash your hands regularly, keep your hand sanitizer handy.
Stay Healthy my friends!
-DragonSoldier
Sunday, November 25, 2012
An HAZMAT release ealier this year
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Hazmat-crews-at-Darigold-plant-for-possible-ammonia-leak-163412946.html
So this was no attack, and it falls into the category of a "Release Other Than Attack" or ROTA for short. These happen from time to time due to human error or failure of the infastructure. This is a definite Bugout scenario, because Ammonia is a deadly chemical in large exposures and concentrations.
I would highly recommend knowing your surroundings. If you live near an industrial complex, find out what is made there and what is stored onsite. Its public knowledge.
So this was no attack, and it falls into the category of a "Release Other Than Attack" or ROTA for short. These happen from time to time due to human error or failure of the infastructure. This is a definite Bugout scenario, because Ammonia is a deadly chemical in large exposures and concentrations.
I would highly recommend knowing your surroundings. If you live near an industrial complex, find out what is made there and what is stored onsite. Its public knowledge.
Questions
Hello again!
Every Sunday I will open it up to questions or concerns. So let's hear it: What's on your mind? Protective gear questions? Decontamination questions? Contamination avoidance? Potential of attacks? Talk about Hurricane Sandy (I am originally from Louisiana, so I have so experience in that area too.). Free of charge discussions. You ask and I will do my best to give you accurate answers or personal opinion. I look forward to your questions.
Every Sunday I will open it up to questions or concerns. So let's hear it: What's on your mind? Protective gear questions? Decontamination questions? Contamination avoidance? Potential of attacks? Talk about Hurricane Sandy (I am originally from Louisiana, so I have so experience in that area too.). Free of charge discussions. You ask and I will do my best to give you accurate answers or personal opinion. I look forward to your questions.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Basic Respiratory Protection
AIR...it's what we breathe and everybody is doing it!
Warning: Air Purifying Respirators do not provide Oxygen or Air. They filter the air already present, but do not provide 100% protection from all hazards.
In the event of an attack, volcano eruption, building collapse or any other event that injects contaminants into our air, it is important to protect your respiratory system.
The previous statement is something we know to well as preppers.
But what may confuse us is all the variations of protective masks out in the market place. Now, let me first say that I will not endorse any product, but will answer any questions concerning equipment you have or may purchase.
The most basic form of respiratory protection is the clothing you may be wearing; T-Shirt, Bandana, socks, etc. They would serve as a rudimentary particulate filter for short term exposure, primarily to escape to a clean air environment. You can even increase the protective factor by wetting the cloth or in extreme cases, urinating on it.
Moving on, you may have heard of the disposable masks, like the popular N95. These will protect you from airborne particulate but not chemical gases or vapors, and it doesn't offer full face protection so please don't use them in a toxic environment. These are an inexpensive and effective option for pandemic situations.
Half Face Air Purifying Respirator (APR), like the 3M 7000 series mask, will purify air of particulate matter, many gases and vapors, but does not offer full face protection and is limited by the type of filter cartridges you purchase.
Full Face APRs, like the M40 series protective mask used by the US Military made by MSA offers full face protection and filter air through a canister filter. You can often find these types of APRs at military surplus stores, but they may need maintenance. You can find similar protective masks from various companies in the market place for a fraction of the cost of the new military grade protective masks. Just make sure that you research the types of filters they provide and look for NIOSH approved products only. I will discuss filters next week.
A cool variation for the APR is the Powered APR (PAPR). The PAPR system is a good option for those that may be claustrophobic in a regular APR, like children or the elderly. It is also the best option for those of us who have facial hair (Duck Dynasty/ ZZ Top beards). As the PAPR provides "positive pressure", which means if you have a bad seal against your face, due to a beard or mishaped head, it will just blow purified air out of the openings, thus preventing any contaminants from entering your mask.
The downside of the PAPR is the cost. It can be a bit more expensive than if you just purchased the protective mask, but I would say that it is a must if you have small children or infants. The Israelis have great PAPR systems for children and infants.
Well that's all for this week. Please feel free to comment or ask questions (this is why I am on here folks). As I mentioned before, next week I will discuss the types of filters for the APRs.
Until next time...God Bless and Check Your Kit!
Warning: Air Purifying Respirators do not provide Oxygen or Air. They filter the air already present, but do not provide 100% protection from all hazards.
In the event of an attack, volcano eruption, building collapse or any other event that injects contaminants into our air, it is important to protect your respiratory system.
The previous statement is something we know to well as preppers.
But what may confuse us is all the variations of protective masks out in the market place. Now, let me first say that I will not endorse any product, but will answer any questions concerning equipment you have or may purchase.
The most basic form of respiratory protection is the clothing you may be wearing; T-Shirt, Bandana, socks, etc. They would serve as a rudimentary particulate filter for short term exposure, primarily to escape to a clean air environment. You can even increase the protective factor by wetting the cloth or in extreme cases, urinating on it.
Moving on, you may have heard of the disposable masks, like the popular N95. These will protect you from airborne particulate but not chemical gases or vapors, and it doesn't offer full face protection so please don't use them in a toxic environment. These are an inexpensive and effective option for pandemic situations.
Half Face Air Purifying Respirator (APR), like the 3M 7000 series mask, will purify air of particulate matter, many gases and vapors, but does not offer full face protection and is limited by the type of filter cartridges you purchase.
Full Face APRs, like the M40 series protective mask used by the US Military made by MSA offers full face protection and filter air through a canister filter. You can often find these types of APRs at military surplus stores, but they may need maintenance. You can find similar protective masks from various companies in the market place for a fraction of the cost of the new military grade protective masks. Just make sure that you research the types of filters they provide and look for NIOSH approved products only. I will discuss filters next week.
A cool variation for the APR is the Powered APR (PAPR). The PAPR system is a good option for those that may be claustrophobic in a regular APR, like children or the elderly. It is also the best option for those of us who have facial hair (Duck Dynasty/ ZZ Top beards). As the PAPR provides "positive pressure", which means if you have a bad seal against your face, due to a beard or mishaped head, it will just blow purified air out of the openings, thus preventing any contaminants from entering your mask.
The downside of the PAPR is the cost. It can be a bit more expensive than if you just purchased the protective mask, but I would say that it is a must if you have small children or infants. The Israelis have great PAPR systems for children and infants.
Well that's all for this week. Please feel free to comment or ask questions (this is why I am on here folks). As I mentioned before, next week I will discuss the types of filters for the APRs.
Until next time...God Bless and Check Your Kit!
Friday, November 23, 2012
So being new to the blogosphere and to the "prepper arena", I wanted to show some love to the Virginia Prepper Network. Please visit their site, they have some great articles:
http://virginia.preppersnetwork.com/
http://virginia.preppersnetwork.com/
Well Hello There!!!
So here I am finally jumping into the blogosphere. Yes, I am new to blogging, but I am not new to the world of scary things like nerve agents, radiological material such as dirty bombs and nuclear detonations, biological attacks and other metylethylbadstuffs out there. I am committing to one post each week with sprinkles of goodstuff in between. I will cover various topics from global trends to US Domestic Preparedness Programs, and tips and tricks that you can do to better prepare your family for the threat of potential attacks, epidemics or accidental releases of industrial hazardous materials. I am not here for fame or fortune, I am here to share the knowledge that the US Military crammed into my little brain. Occasionally, I will discuss other basics preparedness topics as well as sharing a joke or two. Please feel free to ask questions and please share the blog with your family, friends and coworkers. I look forward to gaining new friends throughout this journey.
Until next time...Check Your Kits!
Until next time...Check Your Kits!
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