Time to Get Fire Rescue Fit

The FRF mission is to create and promote resources and workouts to help First Responders (any responders) improve performance, reduce injury, and prolong happy careers.

Looking for a workout program or for some fitness tips?  FRF has you covered.

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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.

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Every FRF program includes everything you need to succeed:

  • Complete program with workouts and calendar
  • Nutrition guides and recipes
  • Direct access to coaching and motivation
  • Access to the NEW FRF App platform (mobile, tablet, desktop)
  • How-to videos and exercise tutorials

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!

 

 

Take the FRF workout Quiz to discover the "best" program for YOU.

Meet Aaron Zamzow & FRF

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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. 

Click here to read more about Aaron and FRF.

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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
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Proof Our Programs Work

Latest from the FRF Blog

Firefighter Cardiovascular Workout Options…

By Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) | March 31, 2025

I heard someone once say running long and slow teaches your body one thing, how to run long and slow. If that’s all you’re after, you can stop reading; I don’t want you to be late for your water aerobics class (lol, just kidding).  But, as a fire rescue athlete,  you need to move quickly…

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Great Bodyweight Workout for First Responders- No equipment needed

By Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) | March 24, 2025

Lack of equipment and time is not a valid excuse for first responders and/or firefighters. Here is a great workout option that can be done at home or the firehouse. This workout will help improve mobility, core strength and stamina and will improve performance on and off the fire/ rescue scene. Give this a try!

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A First Responders Guide to Cortisol

By Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) | March 17, 2025

What is cortisol and why do you need to know about it as a first responder? This great post from FRF will explain and answer that question and, most importantly tell you how to manage it for better health.

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Improve Your Performance with this 500 Rep Firefighter Workout

By Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) | March 10, 2025

Looking for a great workout that will help you as a firefighter improve performance, burn fat and challenge your cardiovascular system? Try this workout…

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First Responders- Reduce sugars with these 5 tips.

First Responders- 5 Ways to Reduce Sugar

By Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) | February 24, 2025

Sugars are found in a lot of common foods. These added sugars can wreak havoc on your health and physique. Never fear, these 5 tips will help you control that sweet tooth and lose that extra weight.

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FRF Birthday Challenge Workout for First Responders.

By Aaron Zamzow (ZAM) | February 20, 2025

Looking for a quick and effective bodyweight workout for the home, gym or firehouse? Try this CHALLENGE workout from FRF. Burn some calories, improve mobility and have some fun. Time to get FRF!

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Fire 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.

Your crew, your family, your department depend on you!