Health & Fitness

Ryan Baker/Firehouse
The Fire Service Scoop: NVFC 2026 Training Summit, Safety Stand Down 2026 and More Fire Service Updates
NVFC 2026 Training Summit Registration, FDNY adopting First Due and Darley's new data center are just a few of the recent fire services updates in the most recent Fire Service...
Feb. 6, 2026
Gary Sinise Foundation
Cohen Veterans Network Partners with Gary Sinise Foundation to Serve Los Angeles Fire Department
Feb. 3, 2026
IAFC
'Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life' Official Theme for Safety Stand Down 2026
Feb. 1, 2026
Photo courtesy of David Nadeau
What the author suspected was a worsening of pneumonia actually were symptoms of a “widow maker,” or a severe blockage in his left anterior descending artery of the heart. In retrospect, he wishes that he had paid attention to signs of his failing health and took the advice of a friend who works at a hospital to set up an appointment for a Coronary Artery Calcium test.
Jan. 16, 2026
Ryan Baker/Firehouse
firefighter mental health Dr. David Griffin Leadership Lessons
Jan. 16, 2026
Photo by Brian Crimmins
An example of a healthful breakfast is low-sugar yogurt, fresh fruit, granola and a drizzle of honey.
Jan. 2, 2026
Ryan Baker/Firehouse
The Fire Service Scoop: Industry News Updates
Dec. 19, 2025
IAFC
Safety Stand Down 2026 Focuses on Firefighter Physical Fitness
Dec. 16, 2025
Chris Johnson
Red light therapy has a ton of proven health benefits from muscle recovery to enhancing circulation.
Nov. 21, 2025

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