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FITNESS & HEALTH
Summer is great for a lot of activities, but sometimes the heat can put a damper on your workout ambitions
Burnout risk drops 38% when officers meet in person — are we doing enough?
Understand how the experiences you have as a police officer can shape your relationships with your family
Here are some easy tips for building a personal oasis at home where you can decompress, recharge and sustain your mental well-being
For first responders, good nutrition isn’t a luxury — it’s a performance tool. But cutting through trends and keeping it simple is the real key to long-term success
Start small — try dedicating just 15 minutes a day to one new hobby
Burnout doesn’t just affect your health — it can derail your career and drain your finances. Here’s how to take back control
The psychological weight officers carry grows over time — here’s what you can do about it
From maximizing retirement matches to spotting hidden autopay charges, these strategies will put more money back in your pocket
“Research shows that about 75% of our law enforcement do not get sufficient sleep on their shift nights.”
ENTERTAINMENT
These reflections on the policing industry, written by officers themselves, shed light on the profession through compelling stories, lived experiences and sharp observation
Video shows the moments leading up to Knox County Sheriff’s Deputy Dalton Swanger being struck in the head “with something hard,” leaving him in critical condition
The documentary explores how warnings were ignored, leading to a deadly implosion that sparked a multi-agency international search and rescue effort
WHAT TO BUY
The series offers a window into the experiences of first responders through the use of real stories from real law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs
Save on duty gear from the Officer Store, Vertx, ExpertVoice and Vertx, as well as a Tractor Supply everyday recognition for first responders
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
FINANCIAL HEALTH
Royer, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran with 26 years in the mortgage industry, is the visionary behind the HELPER Act, a bill aimed at providing first responders with VA-style home loan benefits
Police salaries change based on location and cost of living
Your pension is most likely your largest asset, and without a doubt the most integral component of planning for you and your loved ones’ future
Many merchants offer special discounts to LEOs as a “thank you” for their service
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.
It could take more than a year to adjust benefits and disburse retroactive payments following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act — here’s how to prepare
New to law enforcement? These 4 critical pension questions can help protect your retirement and financial future
Understanding the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)
How to prioritize your financial goals and put your overtime pay to good use
From renting out tools to real estate crowdfunding, here are 5 low-maintenance ways for first responders to build passive income
RETIREMENT RESOURCES
To retire undefeated, you must work hard to survive physically, legally and emotionally – losing any one of these battles can lead to devastating consequences for officers