Fitness & Health
Kansas City media personality Marcus Officer shares insights from years of working with law enforcement on communication and officer readiness
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Alcohol gives the illusion of making problems go away through numbing
Drawing on Force Science and reality-based training experience, Von Kliem and Lon Bartel break down human performance, training gaps and what prepares officers for the field
How academies can better identify risk and intervene before a routine drill becomes a tragedy
Understanding the long-term effects of CTE can assist with strategies to address officer mental health
As burnout and cumulative stress continue to impact first responders, a new retreat model focuses on proactive recovery and long-term resilience
After the reports are done and the calls stop, many officers are left dealing with something they didn’t expect — the aftermath.
Practical ways aging officers can restore conditioning, protect health and stay operationally ready
The transition from academy to patrol can erode fitness fast. Here’s how officers can maintain tactical readiness during their first year
The Police1 community reveals simple but effective ways to mentally and emotionally clock out after every shift — from guided imagery to Jimmy Buffett
Track the daily habits that support operational readiness, performance and long-term health
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