HEALTH AND WELLNESS
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 police officers, 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 law enforcement officers
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About the Sponsor: HeartStart, Powered by Sigma
HeartStart was developed by Sigma Tactical Wellness as a way to address the #1 killer of active and retired first responders. A revolutionary cardiac and metabolic screening program specifically designed for first responders’ heart health, HeartStart is a tool to quickly and non-invasively identify the onset of heart disease in first responders before it results in a heart attack, stroke or other cardiovascular complication. Sigma’s HeartStart program was developed to reach any and all prospective patients directly through an online program, no matter where they are. HeartStart allows first responders to take immediate control of their heart health through just a few simple steps that could result in life-changing outcomes.
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.
Brought to you by Lexipol, HeartStart was developed by Sigma Tactical Wellness as a way to address the #1 killer of active and retired first responders. A revolutionary cardiac and metabolic screening program specifically designed for first responders’ heart health. HeartStart is a tool to quickly and non-invasively identify the onset of heart disease in first responders before it results in a heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular complication.
Sigma’s HeartStart program was developed to reach any and all prospective patients directly through an online program, no matter where they are. HeartStart allows first responders to take immediate control of their heart health through just a few simple steps that could result in life changing outcomes.
Sigma’s HeartStart program was developed to reach any and all prospective patients directly through an online program, no matter where they are. HeartStart allows first responders to take immediate control of their heart health through just a few simple steps that could result in life changing outcomes.