Do It Scared: Linzie's Test Day (Following the Fire)

About this episode

This episode provides a real-time audio diary of Linzie's test day as a firefighter candidate, highlighting the mental and physical challenges faced during the hiring process.

What happens when months of preparation come down to one morning? In this special behind-the-scenes episode of Yoga For First Responders On Air, we're bringing you along for every moment of Linzie's test day. From the early morning nerves and nausea to the breathwork, mindset tools, waiting in the parking lot, and the moment when she finds out if she passes or fails. This isn't a polished recap after the fact. It's a real-time audio diary captured throughout the day, giving you an authentic look at the physical and mental demands firefighter candidates face during the hiring process. You'll hear: • Linzie's pre-test preparation and mindset strategies • Reflections from the parking lot while the testing unfolds • The reality of completing the PAC Test with a 45-pound vest • Linzie's final test result Most importantly, this episode reminds us that courage is not the absence of fear. Courage is continuing forward despite it. Interested in following along with Linzie's Journey? Follow us on social media and subscribe to our podcast: yogaforfirstresponders.org https://www.instagram.com/yogaforfirstresponders/ https://www.facebook.com/YogaForFirstResponders/ Mentioned in this episode…

People in this episode

Host: Yoga For First Responders

Guest: Linzie

Topics covered

• test day
• firefighter candidates
• mindset strategies
• physical demands
• courage

Keywords

• test day
• firefighter
• mindset
• courage
• preparation
• breathwork
• PAC Test

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