Fitness & Health
Like your radio, baton or vest, boundaries are essential gear — not visible, but critical for protection. In high-stress roles like policing, mental armor isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity
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“I tell ya, The Freeze didn’t have a chance today,” Braves play-by-play announcer Brandon Gaudin said after Cobb County Police Department Officer Ameerah Hardy-Dozier won
Summer is great for a lot of activities, but sometimes the heat can put a damper on your workout ambitions
Even if you can’t travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home
Mental Health
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte vetoed a bill for first responders, citing concerns about fairness and legal issues raised by business and insurance groups
CrossFit-trained officers will feel right at home — except now the workout of the day includes targets and tactical gear
Operation Freedom Paws helps cops manage PTSD and reduce stress with trained dogs — here’s how your agency can implement a program
Lt. Eric Burgett shares how he stayed on the job after a life-changing diagnosis — offering officers guidance on treatment, ADA protections and workplace accommodations
A Florida PD now requires supervisors to visit cops who call out sick — a policy aimed at preventing abuse and protecting officer safety, but one that could erode morale and trust
This Father’s Day, a neurosurgical ICU nurse and her police officer dad open up about the emotional toll of their jobs — and the strength found in vulnerability and connection
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