Exercises to mitigate postural stressors of the job
Let me start off with the standard CYA disclaimer. I’m a certified strength coach and cop, not a doctor or physical therapist. Be sure to consult with your doctor or […] Read More
Sean Peterson
The value and function of an effective peer support program
Peer support programs come in different shapes and sizes, but they should all serve a similar function. The goal is to provide law enforcement personnel the opportunity to receive support […] Read More
Department health officers
Why wellness really does matter
If you have a malfunction or want to update the trigger on your firearm, you bring it to the armorer. If there’s an issue with your cruiser, you fill out […] Read More
Creating a family support group at your agency
In 2020, I attended an IACP-sponsored officer health and wellness seminar where the director of our regional peer support team and I were tasked with creating a family support group […] Read More
The silent sufferers
Vicarious stressors endured by LEO families
Spouses It was June 2, 2020, and I was two hours from the end of my shift. That’s when a supervisor informed me I was being forced to assist with […] Read More
What does it really feel like to be a police officer in 2021?
It is impossible to cover everything police officers have endured over the past year, but I hope to enlighten our staunchest critics behind their keyboards or, at the very least, […] Read More
