Fitness & Health
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Slinger firefighters were getting ready to respond to a call when they noticed a member lost consciousness
Smartphone health app users are more active, sleep better and eat healthier according to a new study
Adopt a Firefighter is working to fund cancer detection among firefighters in three cities
The Austin Firefighters Association is pushing for changes in staffing and additional resources to deal with stress after the deaths of fellow firefighters
Firearms instructor Todd Fletcher went from a competitive power lifter to a retiree managing pre-diabetes and high blood pressure, showing the impact of shift work on wellness
From paddles to wall trainers, here’s everything newcomers need to get started
The SERVPRO Firefighter Challenge League showcases the strength and readiness of the firefighters from around the world
Top picks for a reliable timepiece that can stand up to the harsh conditions you encounter as a first responder
As the world prepares to root on their athletes at the Games, learn about these seven first responders who served their communities and represented Team USA
Nashua Fire Rescue Lt. Jessica Wyman served the department for 26 years
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Berkeley Captain Chris van Luen now helps other firefighters understand their prevention, detection and treatment options
The potential impacts of wearable technology are becoming impossible to ignore
Tips for fire service leaders looking to foster a culture of wellness
Practice self-care and do the work on the front end so you have more to give on the back end
In times of stress, your sympathetic nervous system is on high alert; box breathing can help
The “Suicide Awareness in the Fire Service” roundtable discussion reviews the behavioral health resources available for firefighters, plus how to save a life in crisis
Increase the rate at which you burn calories and build muscle by adding weight to your workouts
Some fire department health programs aren’t enough – or simply don’t exist – putting you in charge of your preventative health plans
First H.E.L.P. is honoring first responders who have died by suicide, ensuring they are remembered for how they lived, not how they died
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