Fitness & Health
FITNESS IN FOCUS
From smartwatches to hydration, here are four mission-ready picks to help you build strength, regulate stress and stay fit for the job — and for life
With more than 160 people still missing after deadly Hill Country floods, Texas search teams face the emotional toll of recovering bodies while managing the mental strain of their work
Score discounted duty gear, workout tools and everyday essentials July 8-11 with our curated list of budget-friendly buys
What a week in the Sahara taught one chief officer about leading with purpose and building organizational endurance
It’s the NFA-adjacent pub where firefighters feel like family
Time may be limited, but we can find ways to maintain the shared kitchen table time that builds a sense of family
Retired fire chief Pat Kenny shows how vulnerability, empathy, and hope transform mental-health struggles and profound loss into resilient, compassionate leadership
A former Waterbury firefighter contesting his firing for medical marijuana use could be held in contempt after allegedly violating court orders, including sending a defiant email to the mayor
After a four-year hiatus, the FDNY’s iconic fundraising calendar is back, featuring 25 of the department’s fittest first responders
Waco’s police and fire chiefs are requesting a dedicated staff psychologist to support the mental health of more than 500 public safety personnel
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Dr. Nicole Sawyer urges fire service leaders to confront the roots of chronic stress and model accountability for their crews
Why we need to build active bystandership cultures in emergency services
A $97K upgrade will notify only the Hattiesburg fire stations needed, cutting overnight disruptions and improving firefighter health
Better Every Shift’s resident scientist shares how the upcoming Science to the Station event helps firefighters connect with peers and experts
Like your radio, helmet or turnout jacket, boundaries are essential gear — not visible, but critical for protection. In high-stress roles like firefighting, mental armor isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity
A practical guide to interpreting urine color for maintaining optimal hydration
Lafayette Captain Coby Bailey clinched a finals berth on the PBS cooking series with a Cajun heirloom dish
As you develop healthy habits that provide you with time to decompress, you will have more energy at work and at home
With support from the Minneapolis Fire Foundation, five stations have installed saunas aimed at flushing out toxins after fires
The tragic accident that killed Plainville Firefighter Raymond Moreau has sparked renewed focus on equipment safety, declining volunteer numbers and emerging health risks
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