Fitness & Health
Ditch the “all-or-nothing” attitude and replace it with “a little goes a long way” approach by following these five steps
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Remembering the three firefighters killed, many others injured, and recognizing the push for continued training and equipment
Lack of planning, unrealistic expectations and stress can derail resolutions, but adopting small, meaningful changes can lead to lasting success
Valor Station in Augusta will offer individual and group talk therapy, EMDR and other treatments
‘Doc’ will undergo training to help Thomasville deal with stress from traumatic events
A $12K grant from Energy Transfer will help Shawnee Township firefighters improve their cardiovascular health
My personal journey proves the power of NFPA 1582 physicals in detecting cancer and cardiac abnormalities
Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program through 2040 was eliminated in the stopgap bill to fund the federal government
Brockton Firefighter Jeffrey Albanese succumbed to his injuries after suffering cardiac arrest during a call on Dec. 9
The Jack Daniel’s Distillery fire brigade was created after a blaze tore through the distillery in 1930
Firefighters from Marin and Contra Costa counties participated in a course designed for physically and mentally demanding jobs
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Dr. Rachelle Zemlok takes the Better Every Shift crew inside the psychologist’s office during First Responder Wellness Week
Short on time and space? Check out these products to help get a workout in no matter where you are in your day
By incorporating these snacks into their daily routine, firefighters can better manage their energy levels and focus
Build strength and stamina for the demands of the job with this first responder-focused training program
Discover effective strategies to combat fatigue, stay alert, healthy and perform at your best
From managing unpredictable income to planning for early retirement, this guide offers essential financial strategies tailored to police, fire, EMS and corrections professionals
The COVID-19 RAPID Mental Health Assessment highlights key concerns related to first responder stress, general wellbeing, and work-life balance
Download a one-page sheet outlining the 30-day challenge; each day is focused on a key tenet of health
The fire service responded as it always does, tackling the challenges with vigor and determination
Learn these crucial phrases that signal emotional struggles for first responders and how to respond with empathy