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Firefighter Wellness - Beneath The Helmet Show
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Firefighter Wellness - Beneath The Helmet Show

Beneath the Helmet, where you learn to master being an elite firefighter through mind, body, and spirit. – the ultimate podcast for elite firefighter well-being! Whether you're a seasoned firefighter or just starting your journey, this podcast helps you master resilience in mind, body, and spirit. Join retired Fire Chief Arjuna George as he dives deep into the world beneath the helmet, interviewing frontline heroes, fire service leaders, and health experts. Explore cutting-edge strategies for mental health, physical fitness, and spiritual strength, empowering you to thrive on and off duty.

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Applesauce to Protein Bars: A Guide For First Responder Nutrition
March 27, 2025

From Applesauce to Performance: A First Responder's Guide to Nutrition with Megan Lautz

“You’re tactical, you’re athletic—but you’re also human. Your fuel matters.” — Megan Lautz, Registered Dietitian and Founder of RescueRD Welcome to another empowering episode of Beneath the Helmet, where we…

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March 26, 2025

Applesauce to Protein Bars: A Guide For First Responder Nutrition

Firefighters' Health & Wellness: Nutrition Tips with Megan Lautz - Applesauce to Protein Bars: A Guide For First Responder Nutrition on Beneath the Helmet S3Ep77 Welcome back to Season 3 of 'Beneath the Helmet'! In this episode, host Retired Fire Chief Arjuna George dives into the essential topic of firefighter health and wellness with Megan Lautz, the owner of Rescue RD and a renowned dietitian for Fairfax County Fire and Police. Megan discusses the intricacies of first-responder nutrition,

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March 13, 2025

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter With Ryan Provencher

Why Firefighters Must Train Like Tactical Athletes Firefighting is more than a job—it’s a physically and mentally demanding profession that requires strength, endurance, resilience, and recovery. Every call to action is unpredictable, r…

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March 12, 2025

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, host Retired Fire Chief Arjuna George welcomes Battalion Chief Ryan Provencher of Bellingham Fire Rescue and founder of Firefighter Peak Performance. They delve into the crucial aspects of firefighter fitness and wellness, discussing the concept of firefighters as tactical athletes. Ryan shares his journey into firefighting, inspired by his father-in-law's law enforcement, and how he inte

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March 12, 2025

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, host Retired Fire Chief Arjuna George welcomes Battalion Chief Ryan Provencher of Bellingham Fire Rescue and founder of Firefighter Peak Performance. They delve into the crucial aspects of firefighter fitness and wellness, discussing the concept of firefighters as tactical athletes. Ryan shares his journey into firefighting, inspired by his father-in-law's law enforcement, and how he inte

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March 12, 2025

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, host Retired Fire Chief Arjuna George welcomes Battalion Chief Ryan Provencher of Bellingham Fire Rescue and founder ...

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Recent Blog Posts

March 27, 2025

From Applesauce to Performance: A First Responder's Guide to Nutritio…

“You’re tactical, you’re athletic—but you’re also human. Your fuel matters.” — Megan Lautz, Registered Dietitian and Founder of RescueRD Welcome to another empowering episode of Beneath the Helmet, where we…

Read the Blog Post
March 13, 2025

The Tactical Athlete: Achieving Health and Wellness as a Firefighter …

Why Firefighters Must Train Like Tactical Athletes Firefighting is more than a job—it’s a physically and mentally demanding profession that requires strength, endurance, resilience, and recovery. Every call to action is unpredictable, r…

Read the Blog Post
Feb. 27, 2025

First Responders' Wellness: A Deep Dive into TRE with Robert Cefoli

First Responders' Wellness: A Deep Dive into TRE with Robert Cefoli As a certified TRE provider myself, this topic is deeply personal and central to the work I do with first responders, high performers, and anyone navigating stress, burnout, and re…

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Reviews

This podcast is amazing!

"With the wisdom of lived experience Arjuna is creating a space where we can learn from stories, expertise and encouragement"

A Resilience Project | March 11, 2024

"Harmonizing Mind, Body, and Soul”

"The *Beneath the Helmet* podcast thoughtfully explores the interconnectedness of mind, body, and soul through engaging dialogues with expert guests. Each episode provides deep insights and actionable…"

Steve | April 14, 2024

Fabulous!!

"I think this podcast provides needed information to not only chief officers but to anyone in the fire service and beyond. Excellent topics and discussion!"

Michael Seth | April 15, 2024

This is what Sister In A Brotherhood means.

"My conversation with Chief George brought me back to my time on the job, talking with a brother, comfortable, casual, and welcoming. There is a difference speaking with someone who was on the job, u…"

Cindie Schooner-Ball | July 5, 2024

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