by David Baker | Jan 4, 2023 | Public Safety, Wellness
Barriers to Exercise for First Responders — Dealing With Time and Motivation By Jay Dawes PhD, CSCS, TSAC*F and David Baker This article is the second in a series. You might want to read the first article, “Fitness Foundations for First Responders: Approaching...
by David Baker | Dec 28, 2022 | Public Safety, Wellness
This Holiday Season, Give Yourself the Gift of Wellness By David Baker The holidays have come and gone, and maybe you received the exact gifts you were hoping for. Then again, maybe you didn’t. Either way, as we embrace the new year, gift cards (and/or store credits...
by David Baker | Oct 12, 2022 | Public Safety, Wellness
Leading From the Front With Health and Wellness By Ian Emmons In the fire service, we’ve often heard the adage: “Don’t ask your firefighters to do something you’re not willing to do yourself.” While this logic may become more difficult or less practical the higher an...
by davidblackphd@gmail.com | Feb 22, 2021 | Leadership, Public Safety, Wellness
Circle of Influence or Circle of Concern? by Chief Sam DiGiovanna Circle of Influence or Circle of Concern? I have been Blessed to work with Dr. David Black, CEO of Cordico and the phenomenal team he has built. He is an incredible psychologist and someone I consider a...
by davidblackphd@gmail.com | Feb 16, 2021 | Events, Leadership, Public Safety, Wellness
The Intake Valve to Your Heart! by Chief Sam DiGiovanna The Intake Valve to Your Heart! When I first started the fire service, I knew the importance of staying fit as firefighting is a very strenuous job. I worked out regularly and ate right. I would make healthy...