Fire Rescue Wellness
Welcome to the Fire Rescue Wellness Podcast! My name is Annette Zapp (or AZ), and I'm a Retired Career Firefighter on a mission to ensure that every firefighter feels physically, mentally, and emotionally supported in their work. Join my guests and me as we have the critical conversations that help firefighters stay healthy and well.
Episodes
191 episodes
Episode 191 Spotlight: D-K vs. Imposter Syndrome
I get it. Firefighters see black and white, and shades of grey don't exist. Therefore, it's easier for them to believe in absolutes vs nuance. Today's FRW Spotlight outlines why that might not be a great idea.
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Episode 190: NFPA 1580 vs. 1582: What’s New and Why It Matters Mike Conner and Jake Mota
NFPA 1582 has been updated and renamed as 1580. Come along on my conversation with Dr. Jacob Mota and Mike Conner as they discuss the changes.
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Episode 189 Spotlight: Long C-19 with Dr. Burriesci, DPT
Acutely, C-19 took the fire service out at our knees, and many members are still suffering from long-term issues. Hear what Dr. Burriesci, DPT, says about some of the impacts. Check out the full-length episode
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Episode 188: Compelling Purpose with Tessa Koschel, Ph.D., CSCS
I had the opportunity to meet Dr. Tessa Koschel at the NSCA Northwest regional conference last summer, and I knew we had to be friends. Tessa also recently spoke at the inaugural Women's Tactical Human Performance Summit in OKCTessa Kosc...
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Episode 187 Spotlight: Goal Setting
Goal setting is tricky, and behavioral goals work far better than outcome goals. Terms like "more," "less," and "try" trip us up during execution. Hear about SMAR goal setting in today's Spotlight.
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Episode 186: More Whiskey, Wine and Whining with Jay Dawes, Ph.D., CSCS
In today’s episode, Dawes and I kicked back with some crispy beverages and reflected on fire academy training.It’s a hot topic among instructors, and in my opinion, too often, random acts of fitness dominate the physical training session...
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Episode 185 Spotlight: Nutrition Basics for Firefighters with Maureen Stoecklein
Maureen Stoecklein is a retired firefighter and current dietitian for the Detroit Tigers. Today, Moe shines a spotlight on nutrition basics for firefighters.
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Episode 184: Infrared Sauna Use in Fire
In today's episode, Dr. Burgess and I chatted about a singular study he conducted using an infrared sauna in firefighters who were conducting training evolutions. Much more research needs to be conducted before making overarching recommendation...
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Episode 183 Spotlight: Attacking Academy Training with Science with Dr. Jacob Mota, PhD
The objective: Prepare academy recruits for the physical demands of the job.The typical result: Certain fitness metrics improve, injuries occur among some recruits, and it remains unclear whether these gains actually enhance job performance...
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Episode 182: Research Considerations with Annette Zapp, MA, CISSN, CSCS*D
Get involved in the female firefighter body scanning project!
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Episode 181 Spotlight: The Risk of Unfit with Dan Bornstein
The state of unfitness in our country puts the United States at both a national security and public safety risk. Hear Dan Bornstein's take on the situation and
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Episode 180: Needs Analysis for Health and Wellness Services
I’m teaching my fourth cohort of Building Your Career in Fire: A Health and Wellness Professionals' Roadmap (you can join the waitlist for the next one here). ...
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Episode 179 Spotlight: Helping Ourselves First
In today’s Spotlight, I discuss caring for ourselves before turning to others for help. Don’t get me wrong—asking for help is valuable! But if you’re unwilling to take even the smallest steps on your own, no outside support will truly make a di...
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Episode 178: Supporting the Spouses and Fire Families with Raquel Lorenzen
In today's episode, you get to meet Raquel Lorenzen. If that name sounds familiar, you may have heard a previous episode with her spouse, JLo!
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Episode 177 Spotlight: Strength Sports with Sarah Johnson
Join incredibly strong firefighter Sarah Johnson as she recaps the three strength sports she participates in. Sarah recently moved across the country to be closer to her coach, Alec, and I'm working on getting her back on the show!
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Episode 176: Wherein Chaos Enters AZ's House with Megs and VFP
Last week I requested listener questions and as usual, one of you delivered! (Thanks Paul P!)Previous guests Megan Lautz (The Rescue RD) and Vanessa Frost-Piedrahita (FirefighterStrengthCoach) answered questions and basically created cha...
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Episode 175 Spotlight: What Ifs
In today's episode I talk about how my crappy vision may impart some knowledge on why you might find it challenging to get started on your own health and wellness journey.
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Episode 174: The Importance of Stories with Annette Zapp, CSCS*D
Final chance to donate to Arati's Go-Fund-MeLast chance to join us for the Women's Tactical Human Performa...
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Episode 173 Spotlight: Annual Fitness Testing with Vanessa Frost
In this week's FRW Spotlight you'll hear from Vanessa Frost (or VFP as I call her) regarding the fitness testing conducted at Pflugerville fire. You an hear the entire episode
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Episode 172: Listening When Our Body Whispers with Tyler Barrett
Last chance to get registered for the Women's Tactical Human Performance Summit! Live and Virtual options available 5.9.25!
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Episode 171 Spotlight: Wellness Professional Spotlight
There are many different health and wellness professionals that can positively impact firefighters and fire departments. I talk a lot about Athletic Trainers, but in today's FRW Spotlight I shine the light on the others. You can hear the origin...
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Episode 170: The Power of a 30-year-old Photo with Major Chris Fields (ret)
This episode originally aired in the spring of 2023, long before I knew I’d one day call Oklahoma home.This past Saturday, I attended the 30th anniversary ceremony of the Oklahoma City Bombing. A recurring theme throughout the event was ...
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Episode 169 Spotlight: Bullet Points are Bullsh**t! with Joey Antonio
In today's Spotlight Episode, Joey Antonio riffs on sport supplements and how telling a story is important when educating. You can hear the entire original episode
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