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Olivia Mead
Dec 18, 20242 min read
Breaking Free from the Victim Triangle - Change Your Relationships and Life
At Yoga For First Responders® (YFFR), part of our Training Protocol includes elements from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to reframe how we...
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Kevin Housley
May 1, 20245 min read
The Vital Connection: Sleep, Performance, and Recovery for Emergency Responders
This blog will unveil the vital connection between sleep, ultimate human performance, the significance of focusing on recovery, and how brea
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Olivia Mead
Mar 1, 20245 min read
Episode 013: Creating Confidence with YFFR Instructor Rachel Warmath
In the podcast episode titled "Creating Confidence from On Air with Yoga for First Responders, Olivia Mead and Eric Brenneman interview...
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Jessica Gannon
Feb 15, 20242 min read
Episode 012: Finding Balance: Yoga, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Growth with Katrina Marsh
In the latest episode of "On Air by YFFR," we had the pleasure of hosting Katrina Marsh, the founder of Busy Bee Studios. Katrina's...
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Jim Klauba
Feb 8, 20243 min read
Tactical Breathwork - The Key to Staying Calm Under Pressure
A Police officer is involved in a foot chase. He sprints for about 400 meters and tackles a subject. Control is gained, the subject is...
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Jessica Gannon
Jan 31, 20242 min read
On Air Episode 011: Does Online Training Actually Work?
In this episode, Olivia and Eric explore a topic close to our hearts - the challenges and dynamics of online yoga training compared to...
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Jessica Gannon
Jan 11, 20242 min read
Episode 010: Mastering Breathwork for Optimal Performance with Crew First Culture
In this powerful episode, Olivia and Eric join Jeremy Sanders on the Crew First Culture podcast to discuss the importance of breath work...
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Jessica Gannon
Jan 4, 20242 min read
Harnessing the Power of Breath for a New Year
As we enter a new year, it's a time of reflection, renewal, and setting intentions for what lies ahead. One profound yet often overlooked...
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Olivia Mead
Nov 30, 20233 min read
Bridging the Gap: Taking Yoga For First Responders Instructor School Online
I was NEVER going to put YFFR Instructor School online.....and then I changed my mind. As the founder of Yoga For First Responders...
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Maggie Eastman
Oct 27, 20237 min read
mindset reset: 7 reasons why Cancer was a good thing for me
In the last week of October, we highlight two YFFR instructors and Squad Leaders who share similar resilience and outlook around the battle
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Sarah Hall
Oct 24, 20235 min read
Cancer: The Best Thing to Happen to Me.
In the last week of October, we highlight two YFFR instructors and Squad Leaders who share similar resilience and outlook around the...
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Jessica Gannon
Oct 12, 20232 min read
Episode 008: The Mind-Body Connection: Finding Strength and Connection in Difficult Times
In a recent episode of "On Air" by Yoga For First Responders, Hosts Olivia Mead and Eric Brenneman were joined by Maggie Eastman and...
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Jessica Gannon
Sep 28, 20232 min read
Episode 007: Training for Life: Grounding and Awareness
In this episode of "On Air" by Yoga for First Responders with hosts Olivia and Eric, the spotlight is on the powerful practice of...
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Olivia Mead
Sep 26, 20234 min read
Introducing YogaShield® Rx: A Prescription for Resilience
On October 23rd, 2023, YogaShield®Yoga For First Responders® (YFFR) will launch its first Instructor School geared to the medical...
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Jessica Gannon
Sep 14, 20232 min read
Episode 006: Self-Worth and Self-Investment: The Link
In the latest episode of "On Air," hosts Olivia and Eric dive deep into the profound significance of self-care and self-work as essential...
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Olivia Mead
Jul 24, 20234 min read
The Culture of Selflessness and Redefining Deservingness
How our society and your Self-worth are affecting Resilience The services provided by Yoga For First Responders are easy to access, and...
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Jessica Gannon
Jul 5, 20232 min read
Episode 004: Crew 1st Culture Part 2: Mental Resilience More Important Than Hose Drills?
Hey everyone! I hope you're ready for another incredible episode of our podcast because this one is a game-changer. In this latest...
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Jessica Gannon
Jul 5, 20232 min read
Episode 003: Crew 1st Culture Part 1: Necessity vs. Demand
by Jess Gannon In this episode, Olivia and Eric had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with Captain Jeremy Sanders and his...
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Jessica Gannon
Jun 30, 20232 min read
Episode 002: What's with Cognitive Declarations?
by Jess Gannon In Episode 002 of the podcast, cognitive declarations take center stage as hosts Olivia and Eric delve into the...
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Jessica Gannon
Jun 16, 20233 min read
Episode 001: What Is This Going To Be About?
by Jess Gannon In the world of yoga, there is a prevalent stereotype of spiritual bypassing and inauthenticity. However, Olivia Mead and...
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