Every day, around the clock, our nation’s first responders give it their all. The job is uniquely rewarding. It’s also uniquely challenging, with physical, mental and emotional impacts.
First Responder Wellness Week is dedicated to providing resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job.
Join Lexipol, EMS1 and our partners from March 23 - March 27, 2026, to focus on your health and promote the wellness of your personnel. Each day we’ll focus on a different theme, providing videos, webinars, articles, podcasts, shareable resources and more.
Join us for a week of daily sessions focused on strengthening wellness across your agency — everything from healthy habits and smart recovery to building a program that puts firefighter health front and center.
Practical strategies for injury, aging, and long-term performance.
Start here to create a restoration routine.
Why wellness is a need to have, not a nice to have.
How to weave wellness into your agency’s mission and culture.
Real first responder wellness questions, real answers.
HEALTH & WELLNESS RESOURCES
Achieve peak performance through foam-rolling, active warm-ups, deadlifts, functional dumbbell exercises and high-intensity interval training
Even the most disciplined providers burn out when high demand meets zero recovery
PFD Assistant Chief Jeff Schripsema shares a powerful story highlighting the department’s commitment to its members
Inside the 72-hour program helping veterans and first responders face trauma at its source — and reclaim their lives
You face enough challenges in your career — this webinar will help you simplify your finances and secure your future with confidence
As the Greek physician and philosopher Hippocrates said, “If you are in a bad mood, go for a walk. If you are still in a bad mood, go for another walk.”
Mental health in EMS isn’t just about bad calls — it’s about culture, leadership and access to care
It’s true; games help cultivate and maintain the relationships that make up your all-important support system
Is your constant state of alert bordering on burnout? Have the discipline to know when to give yourself a break
Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that enhance performance excellence in public safety, will be marking the third annual First Responder Wellness Week March 24-28, 2025
By combining both motivation and discipline, you’ll be able to sustain your fitness habits in the long run
Discover practical strategies for public safety leaders to stay grounded, manage stress and inspire their teams during life’s toughest challenges
EMS fatigue management initiatives should include education and training about fatigue, providing access to caffeine and encouraging on-shift napping if possible
7 essential strategies for paramedics to restore your emotional energy, ensuring you can continue to provide compassionate care
Guests Ed Racht and Rhonda Kelly talk wellness in this episode of Inside EMS
Lift more weight while reducing back pain: A guide on using weightlifting belts for first responders
Weightlifting belts that are properly fitted to the lifter can add extra support for the lower back and improve lifting performance
Functional fitness is essential for first responders, enabling them to build the strength and agility required for real-world rescues and other high-stress situations
Light therapy can help regulate sleep, improve mood and enhance focus during demanding shifts, offering a practical wellness boost for first responders
Smartphone health app users are more active, sleep better and eat healthier according to a new study
Charles Blankenship shares take-home tips on change management gleaned from a personal health transformation
Practice self-care and do the work on the front end so you have more to give on the back end
In times of stress, your sympathetic nervous system is on high alert; box breathing can help
Top picks for a reliable timepiece that can stand up to the harsh conditions you encounter as a first responder
Promoting mental wellness in public safety involves regular check-ins, providing resources, supporting those struggling, leading by example and recognizing signs of stress
Increase the rate at which you burn calories and build muscle by adding weight to your workouts
From high-tech smart bikes to simple, budget-friendly models, there’s something for everyone
Track your activity, vitals and sleep, and achieve your fitness goals
Explore budget-friendly exercise equipment that fits in your home or on the go, perfect for first responders
Cushion your floor exercises or yoga poses for anywhere, anytime fitness
A dedicated home gym is convenient, eliminates excuses and allows you to workout on your schedule
From beginners to seasoned pros, find the ideal dumbbell set to suit your fitness goals
Protein powders can go a long way towards aiding your muscle’s recovery and growth
Products to engage the senses and equip a comfortable, calming space
Enhance your workout with these fitness tools, perfect for building strength, coordination and core stability
