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FITNESS & HEALTH
While these schedules provide a certain degree of flexibility, they can wreak havoc on personnel wellness
Detailing the updates to NFPA 1580, chapter by chapter, following the consolidation of 1582 and other health-related standards
Discover the best platforms for firefighters, police officers, EMTs and military personnel seeking meaningful connections
This very efficient form of stretching can improve balance, flexibility and mental clarity
Celebrate holidays, graduations, promotions and more with these gifts firefighters will love
During Memorial Day weekend many retailers kick-off the summer with deals and discounts
Scrolling can’t save you — but a conversation might
Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing
Understand how the experiences you have as a first responder can shape your relationships with your family
When work defines your entire existence, it’s easy to neglect physical and mental health and lose the opportunity to grow as a person
ENTERTAINMENT
What tunes will you be rocking as you’re working around the station waiting for the next scary tone to drop?
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
From emotional trauma to gallows humor, Wilson reflects on his new role as a burned-out medic — and why “Code 3” is a tribute to the heart of paramedicine
GOOD NEWS
WHAT TO BUY
Insulated, smart, and high-capacity bottles designed to help first responders beat dehydration on shift and beyond
Insightful reads that pass on the FDNY Bravest experience to the next generation of firefighters
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
FINANCIAL HEALTH
Sometimes it takes a national emergency to force us to focus on personal finances
Calculate your net worth, evaluate your cash flow, and develop your strategies and tactics to take action
How to prioritize bills, manage student loans, reevaluate investments and more
From unused vacation time to long-term investments, there’s lots to settle before saying farewell
A firefighter/financial planner explains the three pension payout options and the factors to consider in the decision-making process