Fire Rescue Wellness
Welcome to the Fire Rescue Wellness Podcast! My name is Annette Zapp (or AZ), and I'm a Retired Career Firefighter and Ph.D. Student on a mission to ensure that every firefighter feels physically, mentally, and emotionally supported in their work. Join my guests and me as we have the critical conversations that help firefighters stay healthy and well.
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Almost two years ago, James Geering originally appeared on my podcast (catch the entire episode here), and since then, several departments across the country have adopted a shorter work week. We need to keep pushing toward creating healthier work environments for firefighters because change is possible!
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Exercise snacks are not food, but rather brief bouts of moderate to intense exercise that do not require equipment. The coolest part is that they can improve cardiometabolic and mental health, and even potentially performance in firefighters.
So what, now what?!?
Anchor these snacks to events that are already happening in your day!
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Innovation is found outside of silos and sometimes you learn the most in places you might not belong. AZ recaps echo chambers in this week's FRW Spotlight.
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Check out Part II of how I think about programming for an academy.
So what, now what?
Rules I live by:
1-Arbitrary is not the way.
2-We don't train for fictional demands.
3-Do no harm!
4-A rising tide lifts all ships. Be a tide.
5-Wash, Rinse, Repeat
Hit this link to request a consult to figure out your training academy challenges!
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Alyson Evans talks about fringe medicine in this week's FRW Spotlight. Hear what she says about CBD and efficacy in the fire service.
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Listen to the Episode on NFPA 1582 vs 1580
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I get it. Firefighters see black and white, and shades of grey don't exist. Therefore, it's easier for them to believe in absolutes vs nuance. Today's FRW Spotlight outlines why that might not be a great idea.
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NFPA 1582 has been updated and renamed as 1580. Come along on my conversation with Dr. Jacob Mota and Mike Conner as they discuss the changes.
Hear Jake's first FRW appearance here
Hear Mike's first FRW appearance here
So what, now what?!?
The NFPA changes may have wide-reaching effects, some unintended. It’s important to know what the guidelines mean.
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Acutely, C-19 took the fire service out at our knees, and many members are still suffering from long-term issues. Hear what Dr. Burriesci, DPT, says about some of the impacts. Check out the full-length episode here.
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I had the opportunity to meet Dr. Tessa Koschel at the NSCA Northwest regional conference last summer, and I knew we had to be friends. Tessa also recently spoke at the inaugural Women's Tactical Human Performance Summit in OKC
Tessa Koschel is married to an Iraq War Veteran who is now an ER Physician, and the daughter of a military family. Dr. Koschel works closely with the first responder population on cognitive control and p...
Goal setting is tricky, and behavioral goals work far better than outcome goals. Terms like "more," "less," and "try" trip us up during execution. Hear about SMAR goal setting in today's Spotlight.
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In today’s episode, Dawes and I kicked back with some crispy beverages and reflected on fire academy training.
It’s a hot topic among instructors, and in my opinion, too often, random acts of fitness dominate the physical training sessions.
But here’s the thing...during the 24-1 OSU-OKC academy, I implemented a structured and ability-based program that helped recruits lose body fat, gain skeletal muscle, and improve their 1.5-mile ru...
Maureen Stoecklein is a retired firefighter and current dietitian for the Detroit Tigers. Today, Moe shines a spotlight on nutrition basics for firefighters. Hear the original episode here.
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In today's episode, Dr. Burgess and I chatted about a singular study he conducted using an infrared sauna in firefighters who were conducting training evolutions. Much more research needs to be conducted before making overarching recommendations in fire.
Dr. Jeff Burgess is the Associate Dean for Research in Public Health, Community, Environment, and Policy at the University of Arizona. Dr. Burgess's research interests inc...
The objective: Prepare academy recruits for the physical demands of the job.
The typical result: Certain fitness metrics improve, injuries occur among some recruits, and it remains unclear whether these gains actually enhance job performance.
Sport science has entered the chat and labs such as Dr. Mota's are looking at what really matters and what translates to performance.
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Get involved in the female firefighter body scanning project!
Hear the previous FRW Podcast Episode here
So what, now what?!?
All research isn't created equal. Be a savvy research consumer by following the 12 tips presented on this episode!
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The state of unfitness in our country puts the United States at both a national security and public safety risk.
Hear Dan Bornstein's take on the situation and listen to the entire episode here.
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I’m teaching my fourth cohort of Building Your Career in Fire: A Health and Wellness Professionals' Roadmap (you can join the waitlist for the next one here).
While fire departments need support, they often don’t know exactly what they need—and neither do the professionals trying to help them. That's where the comprehensive needs analysis comes in.
Most departments struggle quietly until the status quo becomes unbearable. ...
In today’s Spotlight, I discuss caring for ourselves before turning to others for help. Don’t get me wrong—asking for help is valuable! But if you’re unwilling to take even the smallest steps on your own, no outside support will truly make a difference. Bottom line: You can't outsource the entirety of your health and wellness!
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In today's episode, you get to meet Raquel Lorenzen. If that name sounds familiar, you may have heard a previous episode with her spouse, JLo! You can listen here if you missed it.
Raquel Lorenzen is blessed to be married to her high school sweetheart, Lt. Justin Lorenzen, also known as “Jlo," for 20 years, and looks forward to each new adventure life brings. They have two amazing sons, Noah and Braxton, and love to suppor...
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