Think you’ve got what it takes to be one of “New York’s Bravest”? You’d better be ready to sweat. Before even dreaming about stepping into the FDNY Fire Cadet Academy, you’ve got to prove you’ve got ...

In 2023, firefighter candidates attend Entry Fitness test practice session day with members of the Kansas City (KS) Fire Department. Photo courtesy Dennis L. Rubin. In our industry, the stakes are ...

Every firefighter in the country wants to be fit for duty. Firefighter health, wellness, and fitness is at the core of operational readiness, resilience, and long-term career sustainability, but many ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — Sioux Falls firefighters are required to pass a physical fitness test that mimics on-the-job duties, but a former labor representative maintains that the test has caused ...