In episode number 10 of this podcast, we featured FDNY Firefighter and LUF Human Performance Advisor James Lopez. During the episode we discussed many timeless topics related to physical and tactical fitness as well as enjoyment and quality of life. It’s hard to comprehend how much has transpired since our previous conversation in 2019, to include a global pandemic, civil unrest, and war on the European continent, but Lopez is back in this episode to share how some of his practices and philosophies have evolved, and how some have stood the test of time.
Lopez joined the FDNY in 1997 and has served as a Firefighter in Rescue Company 2 for nearly 20 years. He’s a contributor to the FDNY’s Mental Performance Initiative and other LUF human performance optimization endeavors across the country. He competed as a collegiate wrestler while attending Hunter College, and holds a bachelor’s degree in nutrition science from Kaplan University. He still operates a gym in Staten Island, New York but has modified things a bit since navigating the COVID pandemic as a small business owner. And he and his wife are proud parents of two children who are now attending college.
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Revisiting Leading with Character and Curiosity: From Combat to Moneyball with Sandy Alderson
Growth and Gratitude Compliments of the Competitive Grind with Capt Aaron Miller, Fairfax County FRD
Asking Questions to Inform Decisions and Leadership with LUF Chief Mentor Jim Roussell, USMC (Ret) & Chicago PD (Ret)
Humanizing Performance Under Pressure with Captain Liam Flaherty, FDNY
Leadership and Human Performance Under Sea with LCDR Ty Daniels, USNR
Pivoting and Performing in the Face of Adversity with Seankelly McCauley, Philadelphia Fire Department
Revisiting Risk, Restraint and Resilience in Lethal Environments with James Roussell, USMC (Ret) & Chicago PD (Ret)
Rethinking NIOSH LODD Reports from a Human Factors Perspective with Jason Brezler, Jim McNamara and Jerry Smith Jr.
Leadership Development: From Fallujah to the Fireground with Jeremy Starr, USMC/Milwaukee FD
Navigating Risk: Stories with Renowned Skier, Mountaineer and Climber Craig Calonica
Leadership Continuity in a High-Risk, Ever-Changing World with Lt Jack Meara, FDNY
”Bringing Ridge Home” with Assistant Chief Derek Alkonis, Los Angeles County Fire Department (Ret.)
Morale and Mindset in Lethal Environments with LtCol Andrew Terrell, USMC
Moving Forward, Looking Ahead with Jason Brezler and Jim McNamara
End of Year Reflection with Jason Brezler and Jim McNamara
LUF Fireside Chat Series featuring FDNY Capt Kevin Bourke (Ret) and Lt Michael Scotto (Ret)--Part II
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