First Responder Wellness Week is dedicated to providing resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job.
Join Lexipol, FireRescue1 and our partners from March 23-27, 2026, to focus on your health and promote the wellness of your personnel. Each day we’ll focus on a different topic, providing shift briefing videos, webinars, articles, podcasts and more, all within the overarching theme of being “Total Wellness. True Readiness.”
Join us for a week of daily sessions focused on strengthening wellness across your agency — everything from healthy habits and smart recovery to building a program that puts firefighter health front and center.
Practical strategies for injury, aging, and long-term performance.
Start here to create a restoration routine.
Why wellness is a need to have, not a nice to have.
How to weave wellness into your agency’s mission and culture.
Real first responder wellness questions, real answers.
Track the daily habits that support operational readiness, performance and long-term health.
Better Every Shift: Health Focus
Firefighter Paul Duran shares his stellate ganglion block experience, and Dr. Jim Lynch explains the science behind the procedure
Andrew Klein details the commercial fire where light smoke turned violent eruption, plus what saved him and how he’s managing his mental health
Dr. Kenny Fent, NFR team lead, details this massive project to better understand occupational cancer among firefighters
Health & Wellness Resources
Make recovery your secret weapon for peak performance
Try one (or all) of these ideas and make movement a priority — together!
First Responder Wellness Week 2026 focuses on total wellness for true readiness
There has been a broad decline in protective garment composite thermal protective performance levels recently
Medford Fire’s hydration policy identifies triggers for administration of IV fluids — part of a three-pronged approach to rehab
Closing the hood-to-mask and hood-to-collar gap helps reduce heat stress and contaminant exposure at a critical interface in the turnout ensemble
How to assess your current status, develop clear and measurable goals, and create a plan for success
When free of shift schedules, try these tips to get to sleep faster and achieve quality sleep
Forget protein bars — the best “exercise snack” happens in the patrol car, between calls or while restocking the rig
From beginners to seasoned pros, find the ideal dumbbell set to suit your fitness goals
Protein powders can go a long way towards aiding your muscle’s recovery and growth
Products to engage the senses and equip a comfortable, calming space
The Florida fire department’s targeted approach to mental health has resulted in lower turnover rate and enhanced recruitment efforts
Enhance your workout with these fitness tools, perfect for building strength, coordination and core stability
From classic to high-tech, find the perfect jump rope to match your fitness goals
Hiring the right wellness coordinator for your agency is an investment in the health and resilience of your entire organization
Prioritize your wellbeing to pave the way for sustained healthy living
Take charge of your health with these helpful kitchen tools for better nutrition
The benefits are numerous, but the startup can be daunting; become a meal-prepping pro with these top-rated solutions
Could intermittent fasting be the wellness key you’ve been searching for?
Hit your fitness goals without breaking the bank
Bryan Johnson’s biohacking protocol has gone viral – could this practice benefit your wellbeing?
By incorporating these snacks into their daily routine, firefighters can better manage their energy levels and focus
A top-tier athlete breathwork coach shares exercises to reset your mindset on and off shift
Detailing the fitness and nutrition plan used to shed 95 pounds
Exploring the distinct stressors firefighters face during medical calls
Corrine Flammer, N.J.’s first mental health resilience officer, details how fire/EMS leaders can create custom resiliency plans that address the needs of individual members
Being a good listener is often more valuable than offering solutions
Our control is mostly limited to our thoughts, attitudes, actions and decisions about what steps to take next
A simple approach to selecting healthy snacks involves thinking in terms of “good, better and best”
Simple gestures, like checking in after difficult calls or noticing changes in behavior, can make a significant difference
These five strategies are designed to help you overcome exhaustion and maintain momentum toward your fitness goals
Dr. David Black, president of Wellness Solutions for Lexipol, welcomes first responders and their families to the second annual First Responder Wellness Week
Take steps to prioritize your wellness so you can better serve your community, your colleagues and your family
People who suffer from a moral injury experience significant changes in their worldview, their outlook, their core beliefs and values
Your actions speak volumes, and by embodying good gym etiquette, you inspire others to follow suit
When it comes to food donations, having healthy options available can make a big difference in first responders’ choices
Quick snacks to keep your energy levels up
Departments that fail to engage the family in firefighter wellness are missing a powerful tool
