Services
Training Programs
The Firefighter Strength Coach app delivers strength and conditioning programs designed to enhance performance, prevent injuries, and support career longevity. Each program is tailored to help you build strength, boost endurance, and improve resilience while minimizing injury risks. With easy-to-follow guidance and demo videos, these programs make it simple to train smarter and stay strong—both on the job and beyond.
1:1 coaching
1:1 coaching with Coach Vanessa provides a personalized, holistic approach designed to fit your unique life and goals, both within and beyond the fire service. Your program goes beyond workouts, addressing key areas like nutrition, sleep, and mindset to ensure your overall health and performance are supported. Whether you're recovering from an injury, preparing for a physical test, or striving for better health and resilience, you’ll receive tailored guidance and ongoing accountability to help you make meaningful progress in every area of your life.
Size-Up Session
The Size-Up Session is a focused, 1-hour meeting with Coach Vanessa to assess your specific health and performance needs. Whether you’re feeling stuck, fine-tuning your approach, or tackling a challenge, this session provides clarity and actionable steps. We’ll dive into your goals, habits, and obstacles, and you’ll leave with a tailored plan to help you move forward confidently—whether it’s improving training, optimizing recovery, or balancing life and the fire service.
Department Services
Firefighter Strength Coach provides tailored services to enhance your department’s health, performance, and longevity. From engaging speaking engagements on topics like sleep and injury prevention to hands-on coaching sessions and department-wide training programs, Vanessa delivers practical, inclusive solutions designed for the unique demands of the fire service.
Frequently Asked Questions
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My programs are designed for firefighters who are tired of figuring it out on their own and want a clear, effective plan that works for their demanding careers. These programs prioritize efficient, job-specific training that improves performance while keeping health and longevity in mind—without requiring hours in the gym or leaving your body feeling beat up. Whether you’re working through a specific challenge or simply striving to feel strong and capable on the fire ground and live a healthy, resilient life off shift, my methodology & programs are here to meet your needs and goals.
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While the programs and coaching are tailored to the fire service, they are also suitable for anyone with similar physical demands or goals.
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I do work with departments in person through educational classes and workshops. I offer comprehensive remote 1:1 coaching, but rarely to 1:1 in-person training anymore. If this is something you are very interested in, please head to my contact page and send me an email.
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You can reach out through the contact form to discuss your department’s needs and schedule a session.
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Yes, my individual coaching services (Training Programs, 1:1 coaching, and Size-Up sessions are HSA/FSA eligible.
Through our partnership with Truemed, you may be eligible to use pre-tax dollars to pay for your membership.
Get started in three steps:
Take a brief evaluation survey from Truemed that will be reviewed by a licensed practitioner for $30*
If eligible, Truemed's licensed practitioners will issue you a Letter of Medical Necessity (good for 12 months).
Truemed will send you instructions to obtain reimbursement from your HSA/FSA administrators.
To see if you are eligible to use your FSA/HSA funds for your coaching, CLICK HERE.
*Coach Vanessa covers this fee for 1:1 coaching clients.
This fee is the responsibility of any purchaser of Size-Up Session or Training Programs if the so choose.
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That’s okay! If you’re unsure which service is the right fit, feel free to reach out via email. I’ll help you assess your needs and guide you toward the best option to support your goals.