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In the Lifestyle & Retirement section you’ll find expert columns and articles on topics ranging from retirement and finance to off-duty hobbies, marriage advice, second jobs, and more, to prepare you for your career and life after you’ve pulled the pin!

The benefits are numerous, but the startup can be daunting; become a meal-prepping pro with these top-rated solutions
We explain the types of cases, share our favorites for police challenge coins and offer a few tips to choose the right case
By incorporating neck training into your daily fitness routine, you can prevent injury, reduce pain and even improve physical performance
Starting a training program will better equip officers to perform optimally during their shifts, enabling physiological adaptations to be called upon at a moment’s notice
The program is currently being implemented in four Chandler elementary schools where sixth graders are taught four classes covering topics such as leadership and cyber dilemmas
Retirement may initially seem like an escape from the daily grind, but the excitement can wear off
As a first responder, it’s easy to get disconnected from home and family; make your home a sanctuary and be present for your loved ones
Road trip veterans say the best part about their journey is seeing new landscapes and listening to music
Could intermittent fasting be the wellness key you’ve been searching for?
Easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental wellbeing
From triathlons to parkour and beyond, these extreme sports align ever so nicely with first responder functional fitness workouts
Engines roared and turns got tighter as law enforcement and civilian motorcycle riders maneuvered their 1000cc bikes on challenging courses at Palm Beach State College
Submissions will be featured in an exclusive exhibition to showcase art created by police officers
Homewood Police Chief Denise McGrath is raising money for Semper Fi & America’s Fund; the 128th annual Boston Marathon will be McGrath’s 11th marathon
These tips, tools, products and services are designed to promote emotional and psychological resilience
As a first responder, the unpredictable nature of your work shouldn’t extend to your home life; build strong family relationships with these recommendations
Spero Georgedakis has partnered with the Florida Police Benevolent Association to help officers move from Calif. and N.Y. to Florida to take advantage of transfer bonuses
A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults looked at how many are thinking ahead when it comes to their taxes and found the percentage of those who aren’t sure if they’ll get a tax refund is up to 25% from 20% last year
Their partner snoring (52%), scrolling through their phone before bed (33%) and getting up at night to use the bathroom (33%) were found to be the most common sleep-disruptive habits
“It’s never too early to plan your law enforcement retirement, but it’s also never too late.”
An extra hour of sleep and extra hour of evening daylight can be a welcome change after months of darkness, but it also impacts our sleep, and in turn, our health, experts say
The tour honors the service of Airmen both past and present in a showcase of musical excellence with all concerts free and open to the public
With the benefit of hindsight, I can share that my physical training regimen allowed me to retire physically, legally and emotionally undefeated after a career full of challenges
These personal finance tips will help accelerate your savings for daily necessities and meeting your financial goals
Caffeine, supplements, cravings — our nutritionists break down their top tips
National survey also finds 3 in 5 Americans believe that AI will lead to better heart care
“It’s a sense of accomplishment to know that I put my mind to something, and I set out those goals and I obtained those goals,” Wendy Massey said
Using an online tax preparation service or working with a public safety tax preparation expert might save you time and money. Here’s what to know.
Author Luis Rivera provides a rollercoaster of emotions and reflections on the landscape of law enforcement