by wpengine | Dec 14, 2018 | Fitness, Training
How To Improve Your 1.5 Mile Run Time Whether it’s a fast sprint over a short distance or the fortitude to finish 1.5 miles in a reasonable amount of time, the ability to fulfill the physical fitness standards required for a variety of demanding careers — including...
by btauthor | Sep 17, 2020 | Fitness, Preparation, Training
How to Increase Your Vertical Jump When it comes to being prepared, the physical fitness aspect of your career as a Corrections Officer is not just about getting the perfect six-pack or running an 8-minute mile. As a member of the Bernalillo County Metropolitan...
by btauthor | Jul 13, 2020 | Career, Fitness, Training
Everyday Fitness It’s not just about the six-pack or the six-minute mile. Becoming physically fit isn’t about pushing yourself to the breaking point, it’s about consistency. Discipline and strategic workouts will get you results without burnout or injury. Regular...
by wpengine | Aug 21, 2019 | Fitness, Preparation, Qualifications, Training
MDC Physical Fitness Training Guide WARNINGBefore beginning any exercise program you should consult your personal physician to ensure that you are healthy enough to engage in any type of physical activity. These programs are only samples and you should not begin this...
by wpengine | Jul 1, 2019 | Fitness, Preparation, Qualifications, Training
Physical Requirements to Help Our Team The job of a corrections officer can be physically demanding. Circumstances may arise that need both quick thinking and steady nerves. Other situations may need physical quickness, strength, and dexterity. At the Metropolitan...
by wpengine | May 31, 2019 | Diversity, Respect and Teamwork, Training
Women on Our Team – Highly Respected Team Members At Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center, women make up an essential part of our correctional officer staff. We have made it a priority to hire females as correctional officers. National data backs us up...
