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
The West Metro assistant chief offers insights from firefighter sleep research
Better Every Shift’s resident scientist shares how the upcoming Science to the Station event helps firefighters connect with peers and experts
Detailing simple steps to reduce exposures and improve long-term health
Health & Wellness Resources
Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to enhance your existing routine, these free tools can help you stay fit and ready for the demands of your job
The fire service has no shortage of strong leaders. What it lacks is permission for those leaders to be human.
Are you ready to take the plunge? Learn how ice bath therapy can benefit firefighters in their everyday lives as well as on duty
Chronic inflammation is driven by sleep disruption, poor nutrition, limited exercise and unresolved trauma
The shift from the 12 MET benchmark to age- and sex-adjusted percentiles is reshaping how departments define fitness, risk and readiness
Wellness screenings and fitness programs act as risk management tools for firefighter health
Time may be limited, but we can find ways to maintain the shared kitchen table time that builds a sense of family
When leaders prioritize their own well-being, they set the stage for a healthier, more resilient workforce
With careful planning and administrative support, an agency wellness program can save careers, marriages and even lives
A dedicated home gym is convenient, eliminates excuses and allows you to workout on your schedule
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
