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Moving one millisecond second too slow. Running out of breath one millisecond too fast. Turning toward the suspect one millisecond too late. A split-second delay can mean the difference between life and death for law enforcement officers. Slower reaction times, fatigue or lack of conditioning can impact performance in critical moments. That’s why prioritizing physical fitness is essential for officer safety and effectiveness.
Using practical, evidence-based training strategies can help officers regain and maintain peak tactical fitness levels — whether recovering from an injury, returning after a gym hiatus or advancing overall conditioning.
In this exclusive Policing Matters live podcast — part of First Responder Wellness Week — Lexipol Editorial Director Greg Friese speaks with Mandy Nice, senior CEM at Lexipol, about proven methods to rebuild tactical fitness, upgrade training routines with science-backed strategies, and sustain tactical athleticism throughout an officer’s career.
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- Building Effective Wellness Programs
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Attend this on-demand event to:
- Unlock the power of tactical fitness: Discover the lifesaving impacts of tactical athleticism and identify the hurdles that officers often face in maintaining peak physical condition throughout their careers.
- Transform your fitness with our 5-phase program: Embark on a dynamic, science-backed journey through our specially tailored 5-phase fitness regimen. Designed to amplify your job readiness, resilience and overall quality of life, this program is your blueprint for a long and healthy career in law enforcement.
- Energize your routine with expert wellness tips: Gain exclusive access to invaluable tips and tricks for boosting your sleep quality and nutritional habits. Learn how to supercharge your energy levels every day, ensuring you’re always ready and able to tackle the physical demands of your crucial role.
Whether you’re pursuing a suspect or need to react swiftly to an unexpected event, tactical fitness training equips you with the speed and power necessary for the job. Watch our informative video for expert tips and insights to start transforming your fitness routine today!
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In this sneak peek, watch Joe Dulla explain the importance of balanced training in preventing on-the-job injuries.
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What attendees liked about this presentation:
- “Hit the key points well, provided tools to build a program, relevant and not off-topic.”
- “Lots of great tips on physical health and fitness!”
- “The amount of information that was provided will assist us in setting up a wellness program at our department.”
- “Great topic and great instructors!”
Additional resources to access after watching the webinar
Cordico resources
- Cordico Law Enforcement Physical Fitness Toolkit — This video includes the law enforcement-specific 5-level fitness program recommendED during the webinar: Physical Fitness Toolkit for Law Enforcement - Lexipol (youtube.com)
- Taking Extreme Ownership of Your Health & Wellness - Lexipol (youtube.com)
- Making Fitness a Priority as a First Responder – Lexipol
- Wellness That Works: Confidential, anonymous support for your officers
- Public safety wellness solutions
- Learn more about Lexipol’s wellness solutions
Additional webinars
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- Cardiac Disease: 3 Ways to Fight the #1 First Responder Killer (lexipol.com)
- Evidence-Proven Strategies to Outsmart Exhaustion and Become a Fitter, More Resilient First Responder (lexipol.com)
- Lexipol & Echelon Front First Responder Wellness: Lead. Win.
- How To Use Extreme Ownership Leadership Principles To Build A Culture Of Wellness In Your Agency (lexipol.com)
IACP Police Chief Magazine resources
- Focus on Officer Wellness: The Different Types of Fitness Testing in Law Enforcement
- Focus on Officer Wellness: Physical Demands of Patrol
- Focus on Officer Wellness: Rhabdomyolysis—More Than Dehydration
- Focus on Officer Wellness: Police Officer Load Carriage Requirements
- Focus on Officer Wellness: Understanding the Physical Wellness of Female Recruits
MEET THE SPEAKERS:
Mandy Nice has over 18 years of experience developing and implementing national award-winning physical fitness and wellness programs that measurably improve the health, strength, quality of life and resilience of first responders. Her work has been featured in the highly esteemed International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Police Chief Magazine and the FBI National Academy Associate Magazine. She has served as an SME and professional speaker for industry-leading organizations including the U.S. BJA, National Justice Clearinghouse, National FOP and the IACP. As the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Tactical Program Manager, Mandy teamed with world-renowned subject matter experts to create educational resources that have continued to advance law enforcement wellness nationwide. Mandy is Lexipol’s senior CEM and chair of the IACP Physical Wellness Working Group. Her greatest motivator is helping first responders optimize their health so that they can enjoy strong, rewarding careers and long, healthy retirements.
Joe Dulla has over 40 years of experience in first responder roles, including emergency medical technician, lifeguard, mountain rescue, & law enforcement. He served for 31 years with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) in various sworn ranks & positions including academy director overseeing the training of over 5,550 recruits. Joe also served as the Operations Section Chief for the Los Angeles County Emergency Operations Center responsible for all fire, law enforcement, medical, mental health, and Public Works assets for over 10 million residents during major events and disasters. Joe’s expertise includes physical fitness, wellness, and human performance optimization for public safety personnel across numerous domains. He managed the LASD’s “Fast Track Injury Care” program that used cutting-edge sports medicine approaches to rapidly return injured personnel safely back to duty. Joe served as Interim Associate Dean of Fire Technology at Santa Ana College serving the wellness needs of over 30 member departments across five Southern California counties. He holds TSAC-F certification with distinction, has presented locally, nationally, and internationally, and authored or co-authored over 30 articles on public safety and law enforcement physical demands, wellness, injury, and human performance. Joe is a PhD student at Bond University, researching recruit attrition, success factors, physical abilities, injuries, costs, and human performance optimization.
Greg Friese, MS, NRP, is the Lexipol Editorial Director, leading the efforts of the editorial team on Police1, FireRescue1, Corrections1, EMS1 and Gov1. Greg has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master’s degree from the University of Idaho. He is an educator, author, paramedic and runner. Greg is a three-time Jesse H. Neal award winner, the most prestigious award in specialized journalism, and 2018 and 2020 Eddie Award winner for best Column/Blog.
Police1 is using generative AI to create some content that is edited and fact-checked by our editors. This article was originally posted March 25, 2024. It has been updated to include a video clip, bio update and additional resources.