Fitness & Health
FITNESS IN FOCUS
Firefighters and EMS providers face barriers in seeking workers’ compensation, such as latency periods and pre-existing health conditions, FIRST Center research shows
From high-tech smart bikes to simple, budget-friendly models, there’s something for everyone
Fort Myers Fire Department officials plan to make Nathaniel Lee Wilcox an honorary firefighter
Track your activity, vitals and sleep, and achieve your fitness goals
Explore budget-friendly exercise equipment that fits in your home or on the go, perfect for first responders
Cushion your floor exercises or yoga poses for anywhere, anytime fitness
Whether a new or experienced hiker, there are countless great options to keep your feet safe and secure
None of us gets through a career in firefighting unscathed
A dedicated home gym is convenient, eliminates excuses and allows you to workout on your schedule
Air purifiers can capture tiny airborne pollutants like dust mites, pet dander and pollens that are known to trigger sinus and breathing issues
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The co-founder of HeartFit for Duty shares the common risk factors for cardiac and cancer challenges – and the simple exercise with the greatest impact
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
Single-layer PPE will provide Denver firefighters with better comfort and mobility while still offering protection
