There's arguably no one who needs to be in better shape than first responders. Firefighters, in particular, spend days scaling buildings, climbing stairs, and running head-first into raging fires, all ...

When most people think about physical fitness training, they picture a 60-minute block of structured exercise: changing into workout clothing, warming up, lifting weights, or conducting a cardio ...

In this episode of Beyond the Headlines, hosts Angie Bishop and Chris Marella sit down with Roy Smalley to discuss the impactful article he wrote for Firefighter Nation. Smalley dives into the ...

A US Marine and a firefighter squared off in the brutal Pacer Fitness Test. Both professions demand elite conditioning, but ...

Safety Stand Down 2026 emphasizes the importance of physical fitness for responders, focusing on fundamentals, sustainable strategies and long-term health to reduce injuries and fatalities.

The Twin Cities Female Firefighter Fitness program, or TCF 3, is helping women prepare for careers in the fire service by training them to meet the physical fitness requirements. Twice a month, women ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — This Saturday, Little Rock is set to host a unique health fair that combines fitness and community spirit, all while honoring a local hero. The event, organized by the ...

The “beep test” – a standard aerobic fitness measure used for prospective firefighters for the last 40 years – discriminates ...

The Annual campaign, set for June 14–20, will focus on physical fitness, health, and long-term readiness for fire and emergency personnel. “Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life” has been ...