Going to the range and shooting a firearm while completely un-fatigued is the normal approach. Aiming at a target with a normal heart rate, relaxed mind, and ample time to steady the weapon gives you the ... Continue Reading
The Top 4 Martial Arts for Police Training
In police work, the thing we do the least - shoot our weapons in a deadly force situation - is the thing we train the most. The thing we do the most - hands on in a use of force situation - is the thing we ... Continue Reading
The 10 Best Exercises for Police Officers
The long shifts and odd schedule make finding time to workout as a cop very tough. I’m always asked, “What are the best exercises for police officers?” And when I tell my answers, I’m usually met ... Continue Reading
20 Pieces of Gym Etiquette You Can Learn From a Probie
Your first year on the job as a firefighter or police officer is called the probationary period. This is a time where you will be critiqued and evaluated on the performance of your duties in order to show ... Continue Reading
The Best Diet for Firefighters and Police
As an emergency responder there is a lot of uncertainty when you clock into your shift. In fact, only one thing is pretty certain - you will get hungry and have to eat. As an emergency ... Continue Reading
3 Unhealthy Habits of Police and Fire Shift Work (and How to Break Them)
“I don’t have any time.” “I’m too tired after work to workout.” “I can never get on a consistent schedule.” We’ve all heard these excuses for not going to the gym. At some point, as members of ... Continue Reading
Workouts to Prepare You for the Police Department Physical Ability Test
In my last article, I talked about what it will take for aspiring police officers to pass the Physical Qualification Test (PQT) or the Physical Ability Test (PAT). You will train for the test once you’ve ... Continue Reading
