• Keep the Promise Podcast - Building Resilient and Well-rounded Firefighters

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Keep the Promise Podcast - Building Resilient and Well-rounded Firefighters

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  • Keep the Promise host TJ shares strategies and tactics to survive - and thrive - on and off the job.


    Discover how to fuel your body, mind, and spirit so you can have the energy to perform on scene and to live your best life on your days off.


    For almost two decades, TJ worked in all facets of the fire service, and he candidly shares his wins, his losses, and all the lessons learned in the process.


    You'll learn:

    • how to injure-proof your body

    • nutrition and recovery

    • physical fitness and mental stamina

    • firefighter strategy and tactics

    • how to deal with the stresses of the job

    • how to be a better firefighter at home

    • and how to lead a long and fruitful career where you can make a difference in the lives of others


    It's a mix of interviews, special guests, and solo shows you're not going to want to miss. Hit subscribe, and get ready to Keep the Promise you made your community.

    © 2025 Keep the Promise Podcast - Building Resilient and Well-rounded Firefighters
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  • 066. Shake It Off: The Firefighter’s Way to Release Trauma [Part 2]
    Apr 23 2025

    Can your body shake off trauma? Retired FDNY Captain Rob Cefoli returns to dive deep into the science and power of Trauma Release Exercises (TRE)—and how tremoring can help firefighters heal.

    In this episode, we explore:

    • How TRE taps into the body’s natural stress-release system
    • The physical and emotional toll of the job
    • Why “shaking” isn’t weakness—it’s recovery
    • Teaching TRE to recruits, veterans, and skeptical crews
    • How firefighters can reconnect with their emotions and improve long-term health

    Whether you're new to TRE or ready to go deeper, this episode gives you real tools to feel better, move better, and stay in the fight longer.

    Support the show

    🔥 Ready to feel unstoppable in your gear? Fit For Service is the 8-week training plan built for firefighters to regain strength, confidence, and endurance on the job. 💪 Start your journey here!

    >>> Shop Keep the Promise! <<<

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    42 m
  • 065. The Trauma Doesn’t Retire: FDNY’s Rob Cefoli on Healing After the Job [Part 1]
    Apr 9 2025

    Retired FDNY Captain Rob Cefoli spent 20 years on the job—and now he’s reshaping how firefighters recover, rebuild, and stay resilient. In this episode, Rob dives into:

    • His journey with PTSD and finding TRE (Trauma Release Exercises)
    • Running the FDNY Health & Fitness Unit
    • Why TRE is now part of academy training
    • Creating Fyr Tribe for firefighter mental health
    • Helping retirees heal from years of service

    This one’s raw, real, and packed with actionable tools for every firefighter, from rookies to retirees.

    Support the show

    🔥 Ready to feel unstoppable in your gear? Fit For Service is the 8-week training plan built for firefighters to regain strength, confidence, and endurance on the job. 💪 Start your journey here!

    >>> Shop Keep the Promise! <<<

    Get 15% off your purchase at Rescue 1 CBD with code KTP at checkout!

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    41 m
  • 064. The Job's Not Meant For Everyone [Part 2]
    Mar 26 2025

    In this second installment of our conversation with Joff Fierro, we cover insights on resilience in the hiring process, debunk toxic firehouse culture, and provide actionable steps for aspiring and current firefighters.

    You will learn:

    • the real meaning of 'the standard'
    • the importance of inclusivity and fitness
    • and building a positive culture for rookies.

    Additionally, Joff discusses the evolving definitions of hard work and adaptability in modern firefighting, along with tips on bridging generational gaps within the department.

    02:06 Actionable Steps for Aspiring Firefighters

    04:17 The Importance of Standards in the Fire Service

    07:43 Adapting to the New Generation

    22:46 Balancing Tough Love and Toxicity

    24:14 Addressing Misconceptions and Tough Love

    24:45 Navigating Toxicity in the Fire Service

    25:12 Probationary Year Experiences

    27:02 Balancing Toughness and Support

    28:41 Respecting Diverse Backgrounds

    32:14 Building Camaraderie and Tradition

    40:36 The Importance of Probation

    47:41 Final Reflections and Advice



    Support the show

    🔥 Ready to feel unstoppable in your gear? Fit For Service is the 8-week training plan built for firefighters to regain strength, confidence, and endurance on the job. 💪 Start your journey here!

    >>> Shop Keep the Promise! <<<

    Get 15% off your purchase at Rescue 1 CBD with code KTP at checkout!

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    51 m
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