A 50-day journey designed for first responders where we aim to foster and enhance resilience - the very cornerstone of strength and endurance in the face of adversity. We do this by challenging and empowering you to establish the essential habits that will make you a more fit, happy, and effective firefighter, EMT, medic, chief, officer, dispatcher, parent, partner, friend, and person.
This is a FREE Challenge program that includes workouts, eating guides, motivation, accountability, mental health exercises, and more.
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Programs
FIRE RESCUE FITNESS is known for making versatile programs that challenge any type of first responder. Our programs are constantly being updated with the latest research to ensure that you will get the best possible results. We have a wide variety of programs to choose from, so there is something for everyone. Plus, our programs are proven and used by thousands of firefighters, EMTs, and medics all over the world.
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Resources
Fitness and exercise are only half the battle. Every FRF program includes comprehensive resources to help you improve your nutrition and overall health. And, we include proven tips and strategies to help you stay motivated and on track with your programs. The NEW FRF app platform also makes it easy to track workouts either via the app or downloadable PDF versions of the workouts and resources.
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Coaching and Support
When you follow an FRF program you join the FRF Nation. You are not alone on your fitness journey, there are over 4000 firefighters, EMTs, medics, nurses, police officers, and military personnel that are following FRF programs. and are members of our online community. There is strength, support, and motivation in our numbers. You can connect with coaching and other members via our FRF app and private groups. Our mission is to inspire healthy change!
RESULTS FROM THE FRF CREW
What We Offer
Programs and resources for you and your entire crew.
Individual Workout Programs
FRF offers programs for every level of fitness and goal. Single programs include all the downloadable PDFs and access to the FRF App platform for one year.
All Access Memberships
NEW! Gain access to our entire FRF workout library and new programs each month. FRF offers annual and lifetime membership options.
Department Programs
FRF has resource options for entire departments. Programs include access for every member of the department including newsletters and fitness training resources.
The FRF Program of the Month
The Program of the Month just happens to be ALL of our FRF Programs. Get access to every FRF Workout program with the NEW FRF All-ACCESS Package. This adds up to a years worth of workouts, recipes, eating guides, meal plans, and coaching.
You get all of our FRF programs (and any new FRF programs).
- The FRF Foundations Workout
- The NEW Hero- X Program
- The FRF 40-day Challenge
- The Fat Loss for Firefighters Workout
- The Ultimate Fire Athlete -Phase 1
- The Super Strong First Responder Body Part Workout Program
- The Ultimate Fire Athlete - Phase 2
- Chiefs Program (coming soon)
And get our new FRF Healthy Eating Guide, meal plans, and recipes.
ABOUT FIRE RESCUE FITNESS
Aaron Zamzow is the owner and creator of FRF. He is an 18-year Firefighter and EMT in Madison Wisconsin and has worked in the fitness industry for over 25 years as a certified and degreed fitness trainer (NASM, NSCA-CSCS, ACE-PFT) and author. What started as a single workout program has molded into ten different programs, a fitness app, and a community. FRF has become a mindset, a culture shift, and a better way to improve the health and fitness of our first responders. The company was founded on a mission to help 100,000 first responders improve their health and fitness and get more fit for duty. Please join the FRF nation and help FRF accomplish that mission.
- Recent Posts -
FROM THE FRF BLOG
Is IM Fasting Good for Firefighters, EMT’s and Medics?
Fasting for first responders? Yes, this eating technique can help manage stress, curb cravings and keep you healthy. Click the link to read and watch all about it.
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Essential Fitness Equipment for Fire Departments
I get a lot of requests to address the “best” equipment to put in fire stations, which is the topic of today’s post. Unfortunately, the biggest factor in firehouse gym set-up is price and budget so I will try to keep this in mind. First off, I want to address the what we don’t need…
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Stretches that will Improve Firefighter Performance.
Stretching and flexibility are often taken for granted. The older I get (over 50), the more I realize how valuable the flexibility and mobility components of a workout are. Often skipped, I believe that a solid flexibility program (active warm-up, stretching, and foam rolling) can greatly improve your performance on and off the fire ground.…
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Essential Workout Components for Firefighters, EMTs, and Medics.
What are the components that every firefighter, EMT and medic should include in their workout programs? While there is not a “one size fits all” answer, there are six essential things that fire rescue athletes need to incorporate into their workout programs. Here they are…
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Will Ice Baths Help First Responders with Stress?
You might have seen professional athletes hop in an ice bath after a game or long practice. Or maybe you know a fitness buff or celebrity who swears by ice baths for post-workout recovery. Cold-water plunges are a form of cryotherapy, which involves using cold to treat various issues. Although the technique has become popular…
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The “Golden” Rules of Firefighter Nutrition
Eat This. Don’t Eat That. Eating healthy or figuring out how to eat healthy, can be a very frustrating thing. So today, I wanted to give you some great rules (and a golden rule) to help you simplify “healthy” eating. First of all, there are a couple of basic rules of healthy eating that every…
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Ten Healthy Snacks for First Responders
It is possible to eat healthy as a first responder. Planning and preparation are the keys to proper nutrition. Having healthy snacks readily available are one of the best ways to avoid temptation and properly fuel your mind and body for your shift. Here is a great post from FRF with ten great snack options for first responders.
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The Healthy 10- How to define a healthy Firefighter
What does a healthy and fit firefighter, EMT, and/or medic look like? This list will help define and guide members of the fire service to better health. Listen to Aaron Zamzow on the FRF Podcast Talk about the “Healthy 10.” Take a firefighter that is 10 percent body fat, works out regularly, and can perform…
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Firefighter Interval Workout Options…
I get a lot of requests for workouts that can be performed on duty with equipment found at the firehouse. The other day, my crew and I performed this intensive 30 minute interval workout. This workout will get your heart racing, challenge your core and work your muscles. You can change the variables (times, weights…
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Every Firefighter Needs This Important Fitness Trait
Firefighters have a physically demanding job and need to prepare for these demands via proper fitness and training. In this post, FRF will look at the research and breakdown the most important fitness trait a firefighter needs to insure they meet the demands of the job. #GETFRF
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Valuable Nutrition Resources
Poor nutrition can lead to numerous health issues and impede your fitness progress. So we provide the tools to make eating healthy in and out of the firehouse easier. Every FRF Program includes:
- Nutritional guidelines
- Portion control guide and meal plan examples
- Hundreds of delicious recipes
- Healthy snack guide
