Fire Rescue Wellness

This week, you get to meet my girl, Tyler Barrett. Tyler and I have much in common, including firefighting, strength and conditioning, and a love of dogs.

Tyler and I discussed her sports background, her stint as a Strength Coach, overlapping her Master's Degree and getting hired at Savannah, and so much more!

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So what, now what?!?

Where there is a will, there's a way. Mental toughness is the key to success, whether you're trying to get hired or promoted or manage another aspect of your life.

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Lt. Kenny Schroeder is a friend I first met on LinkedIn and became acquainted with IRL in April during a trip to Kentucky.  Kenny showed me great hospitality at the Fort Mitchell Fire Department and I enjoyed meeting FMFD and surrounding area crews.

Kenny Schroeder currently serves as Lieutenant with the Fort Mitchell Fire Department in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. He also actively volunteers in the greater Cincinnati, OH, area. He serves as a Team Coordinator for the Kentucky First Responder Peer Support Team and the Pet Partners First Responder Pet Therapy Support Team. Additionally, he is a Board Member of the Tri-State Peer Support Team and the Tri-State FACE (Firefighters Attacking the Cancer Epidemic) Team. Kenny also serves as an assistant Trauma Responsive Care Instructor, CPR Instructor and a Facilitator with The Ohio State Mindfulness in Motion Program, using his experiences to foster resilience and well-being among his peers.

Kenny believes that mental health is crucial at any age, especially for first responders who regularly face high-stress situations. He is passionate about reducing the stigma of seeking help, emphasizing that true courage lies in maintaining mental health and self-awareness. These elements are the keys to genuine freedom and authenticity, enabling first responders to be at their best when others need them the most.

So what, now what?!?

Your story is powerful; you never know who you will impact when you tell it.

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You can hear Fernando's previous episode here.

Today, I welcomed back my friend Fernando Montes, who recently retired as LA County Fire's exercise physiologist.

Fernando is a wealth of knowledge; and as usual, we have a wonderful conversation to share with you.

So what, now what?!?

Selecting outstanding candidates and keeping recruits in the academy is critical for the success of public safety.

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7-Minute Science is 8.26.24

Mike Conner is a good dude and has been an excellent resource for many great conversations. When Frontline Mobile Health started its recent social media series on blood biomarkers, I was intrigued and knew my listeners would love to learn more and benefit from the expertise!

So what, now what?!?

Having a primary care physician and getting regular physicals and bloodwork to monitor your health is an investment in your future! If you don't do it for yourself, do it for the ones who love you!

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Kenny Mitchell Jr. is a retired Firefighter, business owner, and friend to many. Recently, we were able to sit down for a long overdue conversation, and this week's episode is the result.

Kenny's Bio

So what, now what?!?

Mental health and physical health are intimately entangled and by addressing one, the other will improve. But why not attack both at the same time?

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Check out Rob on a previous 7MS (He starts at 3:30)

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Rob and I met an unknown number of years ago at an unknown tactical event and became fast friends. He is an incredibly wonderful human and an amazingly impactful researcher in police, fire, and military. His charisma and ability to communicate with the end user are unparalleled.

Dr. Orr's Bio

So what, now what?!?

Tactical personnel want the bottom line; influential researchers give them exactly that! What is the "a-ha" moment that results from the research?

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Here are a few FRW updates and some tremendous listener questions. To skip the life updates and get straight to the listener questions, fast-forward to right around 12:00 minutes in. As always, thank you to my Insta-friends, who made great suggestions.  Props to Paul, Sal, William and Jimmy. And honorable mention to Zig who suggested pre-workout and peanut butter after I had already recorded. Perhaps in a future episode...

I sincerely appreciate comments, reviews, shares, and subscriptions to the podcast. Thank you all!

So what, now what?!?

When all else fails, radical and unapologetic belief in yourself always wins!

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Tim is a 38-year student and fire and emergency services educator, currently serving as the Fire Chief for Loveland Fire Rescue Authority. Chief Sendelbach has extensive leadership experience, serving as a chief fire officer across seven states and through the private sector as a senior executive. Tim previously served as the Editor-in-Chief and Conference Director for Firehouse, overseeing the content and editorial direction of Firehouse Magazine, Firehouse.com, Firehouse Expo, Firehouse World, and related products. Tim also served as the Editor-in-Chief for FireRescue Magazine and Firefighternation.com. Tim is a credentialed Chief Fire Officer and Chief Training Officer with the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE). He has earned a master’s degree in Leadership from Bellevue University, a bachelor’s degree in Fire Administration and Arson, and an associate’s degree in Emergency Medical Care from Eastern Kentucky University. Tim has also served as the editor of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors (ISFSI) publication The Instructor and as a contributing author to numerous other publications, including The Volunteer Voice, Firehouse.com Members Zone, National Fire & Rescue, The Atlantic Firefighter, and the Fire & Emergency Television Network (FETN), for which he was the writer/developer of the featured “SURVIVAL!” program. In addition to his numerous accomplishments as a writer, Tim has been a featured speaker in 48 U.S. states, six Canadian and two Australian provinces. In 2015, Tim was recognized by Eastern Kentucky University College of Justice & Safety Alumni Society as a Distinguished Alumnus in recognition for his significant contributions and outstanding service to the Justice & Safety Community. In 2014, Tim presented the keynote address for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) Life Safety Summit in Tampa, Florida, attended by 200 of the most influential leaders in the American fire service. In 2007, Tim presented the keynote address at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis. He was also selected to serve on the City of Charleston Post-Incident Assessment and Review Team following the tragic loss of nine firefighters in the Sofa Super Store Fire. In 2001, Tim was awarded the George Hughes Award from the Texas Association of Fire Educators (TAFE) for his accomplishments as a speaker and trainer in Texas. Tim strongly advocates for firefighter health and wellness and frequently competes in long-distance triathlons and related fitness events worldwide.

So what, now what?

Just get started with firefighter health and wellness!

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I had the privilege of meeting Dr. Brittany Hollerbach in person at a Tactical Summit in Texas, and we had a blast talking firefighter research, discussing the pros and cons of Rothy shoes (there are no cons), and touring the famous TEEX training facility together.

Brittany is a g**-damned cheetah, and you're going to love this conversation!

Dr. Brittany Hollerbach is an Associate Scientist and Deputy Director at the Center for Fire, Rescue & EMS Health Research, part of NDRI-USA. She has extensive experience working with the fire service on several federally funded studies, including as the Principal Investigator (PI) on a FEMA-funded study examining perceptions of protective strategies for COVID-19. She is also working on two studies examining the health of women firefighters. Dr. Hollerbach is interested in general firefighter health, given her background as a former firefighter and, specifically, the translation and dissemination of health research.

So what, now what??

Research and data can change the world of firefighting! Get involved with research, read research, and listen to the scientists who interpret the research!

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Becky Swan is one of the OGs in tactical personnel care, having been the athletic therapist with the Vancouver Police Department for the past 13.5 years! During our recent trek across the Canadian border, I also learned she is among the most adventurous and kind humans I've ever met.

During today's podcast, she and I spoke about the care she provided for the Vancouver PD, how that role evolved during her time there, and her new role with the West Vancouver PD.

Becky Swan recently started as the Wellness Coordinator with the West Vancouver Police Department, where she will develop wellness initiatives for the department's employees. Before this recent change, for the past 13.5 years, she was the Athletic Therapist and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the Vancouver Police Department, where she led the Physical Health & Performance Team, which provides on-site rehabilitation, physical conditioning/testing, and various wellness initiatives. 

She started as the VPD's Fitness Coordinator in 2010 and progressed from the solo wellness position to the Physical Health and Performance Management Specialist, where she oversaw a fitness coordinator and two athletic therapists. In addition to her team, she implemented an on-site contract physical therapy service that provides physiotherapy and massage services to all employees. 

She continued her education by completing her Master of Rehabilitation Science degree, where she created various police officer wellness initiatives and conducted a study exploring stakeholder perspectives on how to implement physical rehabilitation programs effectively in police departments. 

In 2021, Becky became a Trauma Resiliency Peer Trainer, assisting in educating VPD members on trauma and how to support each other. This led her to growing her knowledge of taking a trauma-informed approach to caring for her police officers and educating other therapists/strength coaches on how to implement a trauma-informed care approach.

Externally, she supports the growth and development of police officer wellness resources by speaking at various conferences internationally. Her goal is to spread awareness of officer wellness and connect wellness professionals, officers, and police agencies to support future growth and collaboration.

So what, now what?

Although Becky works for Police agencies, her approach and dedication to trauma-informed care are models for public safety throughout North America.

Contact Becky: [email protected]

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Resources Becky mentioned:

Wounded Warrior/Dr. Tim Black

Widen the Window/Dr. Elizabeth Stanley

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