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FRF programs have helped thousands of firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and flight nurses lose weight, gain strength and improve performance on (and off) the rescue scene.

Every FRF program includes everything you need to succeed:
The FRF Program of the Month
FRF just launched a new program and CHALLENGE for first responders. The FRF 40-day Resilience CHALLENGE is the most comprehensive fitness and wellness program FRF has ever created. This program is now available on the NEW FRF App platform and includes workouts, nutrition guides, coaching, motivation, and exercises on mental health and stress management. The new FRF App platform is more user-friendly and can be accessed via desktop, tablet, and mobile.
The program is now live! Click here to get started!
Meet Aaron Zamzow & FRF

Aaron Zamzow is the owner and and creator of FRF. He is a 18-year Firefighter and EMT in Madison Wisconsin and has worked in the fitness industry for over 25 years as certified and degreed Personal Fitness Trainer (NASM, NSCA-CSCS, ACE-PFT) and author. Aaron is on a mission to use his passion and experience to help 100,000 first responders get more fit for duty.

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


Proof Our Programs Work
Latest from the FRF Blog
Firefighter Exercise to Improve Shoulder Strength
Improve your performance on (and off) the fireground with this exercise. Shoulder and upper body strength are an essential fitness trait required on the fire ground. Hoisting ladders, hoseline, carrying equipment all require strength of the shoulders AND good core stability to support the movement. Yet, I still see a lot of fire rescue athletes…
Read MoreGet Fire Rescue Fit in 2018! Win Cash, Prizes and Motivate Others…
Over $3,000 in cash and prizes will be given away to Firefighters, EMTs and Medics! YOU can Win and more importantly Motivate Others in the Fire Service! Get Your Plan Started Today! The purpose of the contest is to motivate Firefighters, EMTs and Medics to change the unhealthy culture of the fire service. Statistics show that the…
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Before I got into the fire service (almost 15 years ago) I worked with athletes, some amateur, some pro. The main goal of the training was to create workouts that would improve performance (and in some cases body aesthetics). The first thing we would do is evaluate the motions and muscles needed in their sport,…
Read MoreHealthy Turkey Loaf for the Firehouse
Tis the season for Turkey…loaf. I know how difficult it can be to find some good staple healthy meals for the firehouse (or any house for that matter.) Here is a great recipe that I use. It is easy to prepare and takes only 30 minutes. Add a salad or some vegetables to the plate…
Read MoreGet Fire Rescue Fit- Thanksgiving Workout Option
Happy Thanksgiving! Here is a great “FRF” way to celebrate. This is a little workout that will burn some early morning calories, ignite your metabolism, and make room for some good Thanksgiving food. I always like to do some morning workout or fun run with the family on the Holidays, I find that I feel…
Read MoreFRF Special Workout to Honor Veterans…
Today I have a special Firefighter Challenge Workout to honor America’s true heroes….our Veterans. Thank you for your service and sacrifice! This workout is 11 minutes of strength exercises followed by an 11 minute cardio interval (11-11 for Veterans Day). The exercises can be changed based on available equipment and level of fitness.…
Read MoreFire Rescue Fitness was created to provide resources to firefighter, EMTs and paramedics to help them get and stay fit for the fire and rescue scene. We provide workout programs, eating guidelines, recipes, and fitness tips that will help you (and your crew) get leaner, stronger and performing better on (and off) the fire/rescue scene.