James Geering is the host of the Behind The Shield Podcast, and over the years and on more than 700 episodes, he has spoken with subject matter experts in the areas of sleep deprivation, mental health, shift work, fitness, and many more topics that affect the health and wellness of firefighters. In this episode, we talk about shift work, the best work schedule for firefighters, mental health, toxic leadership, fitness, and much more.

You will want to listen to our conversation if you want to improve any of the areas mentioned in your fire department.

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

Head over to www.patreon.com/fittofightfire to surround yourself with a community of like-minded firefighters on the same mission: to become the best version of themselves so that they can serve their family and community at the highest level.

Tony talks about his recent injury and how that challenged his identity as a firefighter and strengthened his faith, as well as how important it is to have brothers in your life who will encourage and lift you up.

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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This is a great conversation with Don Sapp. He talks about his "nothing but work" mentality and how that led him through his career. However, the greatest thing that ever happened to Don was finding a relationship with Jesus, because it changed him and the way he saw the value in others. From life in the fire service, to divorce, and Jesus Changing his life, Don talks about it all. He does a fantastic job at being transparent and using his mistakes to help others see the truth.

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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Corley will be contributing to the Vitamins For The Mind series, and in his first one, he talks about learning, one of The 9L's, from his book, The 9L's.

You can purchase a copy of The 9L's on Amazon!

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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Jim Moss is the author of Firefighter Functional Fitness and Firefighter Success and hosts the podcast Firefighter Success. In Episode 11, we talk to Jim about leaning into God's word and will for our lives when it comes to making tough decisions, as well as how Jim's faith has allowed him to lead in a way that honors God. 

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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Jay talks about how his anger was getting in the way of his marriage and how digging deeper into his faith helped him as a husband, father, and firefighter. Jay shares how being broken leads to a deeper level of faith and humility.

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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Zach King shares his faith journey and how different seasons of life have shaped his faith to where it is today. Zach talks about how he had questioned religion in the past and how he sees his faith today.

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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This conversation with Cayla Harper was REFRESHING. She has an incredible testimony and a purpose to encourage and influence others by being who Christ created her to be. One of the most important things for Cayla is being genuine and real, and she does exactly that through all of her passions, her family, firefighting, and being an example to others! You definitely don't want to miss this conversation, so hit play and enjoy!

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Chad Belger shares how he was in a season of life where he was going to end it all and was saved by the power of God to become a light in the darkness for others.

"Shame dies when we tell our stories in public places."

- Chad Belger

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The next time someone asks you what it takes to be a firefighter, be honest.

Instead of talking about certifications and classes, tell them what it really takes to do this job right. Tell them the truth.

It takes a commitment that very few jobs require because you have to accept that you are going to be responsible for life, not only for the citizens you serve but the lives of your brothers and sisters. 

Yes, I said brothers and sisters because when you become a firefighter, you earn another family. Yes, I said earn because nothing will be given to you here. You will need to earn everything by building a good reputation as a worker and someone who cares about others. 

It will require a very high level of fitness, strong work ethic and a desire to improve daily. You will hear about minimum standards but never think that’s enough; it’s not and will require maximum effort to perform in the environments we do.

You will miss birthdays, holidays, first steps, and last breaths; it’s part of the job. You will be dog tired and have to still give your best. Your mind and heart are going to change, and you won’t be the same person who started, and that’s ok because to change is to grow. You will grow here. This job can break you or make you the most grateful man in the world. That will be up to you.

The conversations you have around the kitchen table will be some of the best advice you’ll ever hear, and if you stay on long enough, some of the best you will give. 

It’s a hard job that will always require hard work. Lazy people don’t do well here, so if that’s you, I wouldn’t do it. You’re not a good fit. 

But if you’re willing to work hard with a spirit of humility and put the needs of others first, it will be the best decision you will ever make.

That’s what it takes to be a firefighter.

For only $5 a month, the cost of a cup of coffee, you will receive a workout of the day, daily inspiration, and much more! 

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