Mata Fuego Training

09/26/2026

CPAT READY

The stair climb is event one and it humbles nearly everyone. Get on a StepMill twice a week, add vest weight gradually, and keep your hands light on the rails. Show up conditioned and the rest of the course feels manageable.

TrainForTheJob

09/15/2026

IF IT’S GOD WILL HE WILL MAKE A WAY…

09/06/2026

The Mata Fuego Way Podcast coming soon…..

09/04/2026

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HOW TO STAY READY

Managing readiness it not for its own sake. It’s so can you do what you love for a long time.

Readiness is like managing a bank account. Build savings as you watch cash flow.
You must spend money to make money but you want to stay in the black as much as possible.

Metrics shouldn’t rule you but they can help inform your decisions.

Have some that are objective - HRV, RHR, Blood pressure. These can give you insight into how your nervous and cardiovascular systems are responding to training load.
Have some that are subjective - What’s your mood? Are you motivated to train? Are you getting along well with teammates and family members? What’s your threshold for frustration?

Pay attention to these things over time. Watch what your ranges in different contexts. Off season? In camp? Times of year?
Know what adds money and takes money out of the account.
If you watch long enough you’ll be able to tune your training and yourself so you can stay ready when opportunity knocks.

As you organize your training and recovery here are some helpful questions to ask yourself. (Over and over again.)
How much does this cost and how do I know?
Do I have it?
What’s the return?
Is it worth it?

If you want to learn more about how to do this check out my free Substack or my book.

Links to both in Rob Wilson bio

07/06/2026

Creating soft standards that EVERYONE can meet for a JOB not EVERYONE can DO is irresponsible and unethical. Not everyone can do this job and that’s ok. MERIT MATTERS!!!

04/01/2026

Maintaining physical fitness is crucial for first responders to effectively carry out their duties. Need help! We are at your service. DM us for more information.

02/13/2026

The open competitive list is out, it’s time to prepare. If you are from FDNY EMS and are on the promotional list, you are behind the eight-ball. Need help preparing. DM me today.

07/26/2024

Merely stating my pride is insufficient...

This remarkable young individual established a goal and pursued it with unwavering determination.

He was my initial client in 2017. Despite his vision being years from realization, he remained dedicated to the work. He exemplifies the positive outcomes of exceptional parenting and possesses a strong moral foundation.

I am pleased to announce that we have transitioned from being friends to now being colleagues. Remember to prioritize safety and commit to lifelong learning.

04/02/2024

I will be participating in a ride from Dublin (September 8th) 😎 to Kinsale (September 11) in effort to raise money for while also raising awareness about mental health, supporting the wellness of first responder’s children, and 9/11-related cancer and illnesses. In partnership with the FDNY Cycling Team, and Ireland's National Firefighters, we will depart from Dublin to bike along the southern coast of Ireland to Kinsale, where a memorial ceremony will be held to honor those lost on 9/11 and those who have since passed as a result of 9/11-related illnesses. Please donate what you can!

By Friends of Firefighters, Inc.

02/19/2023

Stress is a motherfu*ker for everyone especially tactical athletes.

HAVING HIGHER LEVELS OF STRESS HORMONES IN YOUR BODY WILL INHERENTLY DAMAGE YOUR NORMAL BODY FUNCTION.

At rest you can have the same responses as a caveman being chased by a tiger..

Stress effects your body, mood & behavior

Managing stress is key to proper recovery.

Here are some examples :

[ ] Meditation (piranha breathing, box breathing) (using )

[ ] Improving your SLEEP hygiene

[ ] Stretching (yoga, formally known as ROMWOD))

[ ] Cold Plunge

[ ] Message/ foam rolling

All these should and can be done everyday. These habits make you a better human, partner, parent, sibling, leader… the list goes on and on.

We can help!!! www.matafuegotraining.com