First Responder Wellness Week
Every day, around the clock, our nation鈥檚 first responders give it their all. The job is uniquely rewarding. It鈥檚 also uniquely challenging, with physical, mental and emotional impacts.
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, SA国际传媒 and our partners from March 24 - March 28, 2025, to focus on your health and promote the wellness of your personnel. Each day we鈥檒l focus on a different theme, providing videos, webinars, articles, podcasts, shareable resources and more.
Because we know how high the risk is for first responders, we must be diligent in detecting and preventing cardiac disease
As the Greek physician and philosopher Hippocrates said, 鈥淚f you are in a bad mood, go for a walk. If you are still in a bad mood, go for another walk.鈥�
Mental health in EMS isn鈥檛 just about bad calls 鈥� it鈥檚 about culture, leadership and access to care
Exercises, techniques, and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
How personal connections can strengthen on- and off-duty resilience
You face enough challenges in your career 鈥� this webinar will help you simplify your finances and secure your future with confidence
It鈥檚 true; games help cultivate and maintain the relationships that make up your all-important support system
Is your constant state of alert bordering on burnout? Have the discipline to know when to give yourself a break
Falling short of a big goal can still lead to life-changing success
Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that enhance performance excellence in public safety, will be marking the third annual First Responder Wellness Week March 24-28, 2025
By combining both motivation and discipline, you鈥檒l be able to sustain your fitness habits in the long run
Discover practical strategies for public safety leaders to stay grounded, manage stress and inspire their teams during life鈥檚 toughest challenges
EMS fatigue management initiatives should include education and training about fatigue, providing access to caffeine and encouraging on-shift napping if possible
7 essential strategies for paramedics to restore your emotional energy, ensuring you can continue to provide compassionate care
Guests Ed Racht and Rhonda Kelly talk wellness in this episode of Inside EMS
Lift more weight while reducing back pain: A guide on using weightlifting belts for first responders
Weightlifting belts that are properly fitted to the lifter can add extra support for the lower back and improve lifting performance
Functional fitness is essential for first responders, enabling them to build the strength and agility required for real-world rescues and other high-stress situations
Light therapy can help regulate sleep, improve mood and enhance focus during demanding shifts, offering a practical wellness boost for first responders
Smartphone health app users are more active, sleep better and eat healthier according to a new study
To track your nutrition, you need to see what, when and how much you actually eat
Charles Blankenship shares take-home tips on change management gleaned from a personal health transformation
Practice self-care and do the work on the front end so you have more to give on the back end
In times of stress, your sympathetic nervous system is on high alert; box breathing can help
Top picks for a reliable timepiece that can stand up to the harsh conditions you encounter as a first responder
Promoting mental wellness in public safety involves regular check-ins, providing resources, supporting those struggling, leading by example and recognizing signs of stress
Increase the rate at which you burn calories and build muscle by adding weight to your workouts
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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
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