Fitness & Health
A robust agency wellness program is crucial for public safety personnel, offering support for mental, physical and financial health
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Dayton police officer Byron Branch lost his leg in the line of duty in December 2016 when a SUV spun out of control, hitting his patrol car
Increase the rate at which you burn calories and build muscle by adding weight to your workouts
You do not need to abandon either your street intensity or your commitment to your physical survival in order to have a positive outlook on your chosen career
The award highlights agency-level achievements in areas of officer safety and wellness, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund says
“The best cure for insomnia is to get a lot of sleep.” — W. C. Fields
Mental Health
“I don’t believe there is much attention given to the fact that we are people, too, and the job is stressful and has been in the past decade,” said Spanish Fort PD Chief John Barber
Specially trained K9s help detect and alleviate anxiety — and can serve as an icebreaker to make mental wellness programs more acceptable among law enforcement
Rucking, with its blend of cardio and resistance training, prepares officers for the physical demands of the job
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