I've been certified before but I'm not sure that I would be able to do it now. I have extreme difficulty getting to the floor. It is a life saver and I do know how if need be, though. - 3/29/2011   11:27:45 PM

I always had trouble when doing the mouth to mouth component of CPR.
This is so much easier and I would be more confident doing this lifesaving
procedure. - 3/28/2011   5:04:36 AM

I had basic CPR training and was certified years ago. But, like this so much better and it makes more sense to me! Thanks for the video, now I am prepared better. Especially since My DH has heart problems now since last year! - 3/27/2011   5:03:38 AM

Thanks to my job, a Campus Safety & Security Officer, I am First Responder certified, I loved the training so much and found it so interesting that I will be taking more classes, paramedic than maybe on to nursing. - 3/24/2011   10:15:45 AM

i have to renew my CPR/1st certification every year for work but have certified in the past when i worked for the marriott. the only way to learn and become comfortable is to practice. you NEVER know when you might be the only person in the room that knows what to do in the case of an emergency and someone's life depends on it. i found myself in that very position 10+ years ago on a moving vehicle 10,000 lb vehicle that i happened to be driving no less so i had to be mindful of not only the health crisis developing before me but the safety of a trolley full of tourists on their way back to the hotel from disneyland. all i'm saying is--it pays to know what to do--JUST IN CASE. - 3/23/2011   2:32:30 PM

On March 19 my daughter and I attend a free Red Cross CPR/basic first aid training. Great info to know for 'just in case'. I also won the door prize--a first aid kit! - 3/23/2011   12:42:24 PM

As a Girl scout Leader, it is recommended that we get 1st aid and CPR certified so I have been for 5 years now. Thankfully I have never had to use it, but super glad I know it. - 3/23/2011   10:55:11 AM

I need a refresher course,thank you for this very important video. - 3/23/2011   10:45:37 AM

Best video of the day. Thanks SP. - 3/23/2011   8:58:34 AM

Every person who comes in contact with babies or children should take a basic CPR class, since most often what these kids need is rescue breathing. I just took a class. I feel confident now I could do this. It was taught my a 911 operator who said every time she coaches people through this it takes years off her life. But every parent who has a child die, including this instructor, wants to know everyone did everything they could. - 3/23/2011   8:01:23 AM

This simplifies things greatly and means you can get right down to business. - 3/22/2011   8:25:44 PM

I too was certified. In fact, at one time, I was a trainer. Luckily, I've never had to use it. It did/does make me feel good that I am prepared in the event of an emergency. Check with your employer. We offer classes! - 3/22/2011   8:15:59 PM

AWESOME blog, CPR is a great to know I am certified & I have my 3 girls certified before I allowed them to babysit when they were in their teens. - 3/22/2011   11:07:06 AM

Wow! Talk about timely! I suffered a Sudden Cardiac Arrest on Feb 19 and CPR was one of the things that saved my life!! I would not be here today if it wasn't for someone giving me CPR. And, as far as I know, it was compression only; as described above. It really does save lives!

What makes this so timely is, today is my first day back on SparkPeople since this happened. It greeted me right on the homepage. I saw it as I was on the way to blog about the event.

Ryan (lifeandall1) - 3/22/2011   10:17:58 AM

cool dude - 3/22/2011   10:11:55 AM

Thanks for this post! I got CPR-certified when my son was an infant, a few years ago, and I am probably due for a refresher. - 3/22/2011   9:44:27 AM

Great information. I learned something new today - 3/22/2011   8:20:43 AM

Great article. It is easier to remember than the old way. - 3/22/2011   7:59:38 AM

Great blog! I was certified in CPR and first aid in high school and later my company gave refresher classes. All were through the Red Cross. I never had to use what I learned, but was nice knowing I wasn't helpless if someone were in trouble. The company stopped offering it and I haven't heard of schools offering it. Cost may be the major factor. Standard first aid with CPR/AED is $55 for 4 hrs. and certification is only good for two years. That's a lot of money for something that may never be used. The Red Cross gives free supplies to victims. Maybe they could consider free or lower cost classes so more people would be prepared for emergencies. - 3/22/2011   7:56:23 AM

Never had to use it but I am glad I have been certified and know how. - 3/22/2011   7:49:39 AM