RESCUERD
RECRUIT ACADEMY NUTRITION
Help recruits arrive ready to fuel the academy and build habits they can carry onto patrol. Practical nutrition and hydration training connects what they eat with the demands of PT, defensive tactics, classroom learning, and life on shift.
2, 3, or 4 classes. Built for your academy.
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Build Nutrition Habits Before the First Shift
Recruits need enough fuel and fluid to stay engaged in class and meet the physical and cognitive demands of academy training. RescueRD teaches practical nutrition habits with the goal of reducing hydration- and underfueling-related risks, supporting steady energy, and helping recruits recover between demanding days. Classes are spaced throughout the academy so recruits can practice what they learn as their training changes, then carry those habits onto patrol.
Arrive Fueled
and HydratedTeach recruits what to eat and pack before the academy, with a practical plan for fueling demanding training days and staying on top of hydration.
Support Focus
and PerformanceHelp recruits recognize when they need more fuel and adjust as training demands change, supporting attention in class and physical and cognitive performance during physical training.
Recover and Prepare
for the Next ShiftBuild habits recruits can use between academy days and after graduation, including realistic meals, hydration, and recovery around the demands of the job.
Choose Your Academy Nutrition Package
Academy Foundations
$3,200
2 Classes
Preparing for the Academy
Nutrition on Patrol
Bookend the academy with practical nutrition training. Start with what to eat and pack to fuel the academy, then prepare recruits for meals between calls and life on patrol during graduation week.
Academy Performance
$4,500
3 Classes
Preparing for the Academy
Nutrition 101
Nutrition on Patrol
A strong fit for longer law enforcement academies with changing physical and classroom demands. Help recruits adjust their eating as physical demands change, from PT and defensive tactics to lower-activity classroom days.
Sports Nutrition
$5,800
4 Classes
Preparing for the Academy
Nutrition 101
Sleep & Recovery
Nutrition on Patrol
Go deeper into how nutrition supports academy and on-the-job performance. Spread the classes across the academy to build understanding, practice fueling strategies, and strengthen sleep and recovery habits.
Women in Fire Edition
$500
Four 10-minute videos focused on women in the fire service. A practical resource for CPAT candidates, recruits, and incumbent female firefighters.
Training That Follows Your Academy
Classes are spaced throughout your academy, so recruits can practice each skill when it matters most.
Start Ready
Preparing for the Academy
Fueling, hydration, and what to pack before training begins.
Included in every package.
Build the Foundations
Nutrition 101
Adjust fueling as recruits move between physical training and classroom demands, typically around week two.
Included in Academy Performance and Sports Nutrition.
Recover Between Demanding Days
Sleep & Recovery
Connect sleep, fueling, and recovery during the academy.
Included in Sports Nutrition.
Carry It Into Patrol
Nutrition on Patrol
Prepare for meals between calls and life on shift during graduation week.
Included in every package.
We tailor the schedule to your academy. Virtual pricing is shown above. Travel time and expenses from Baltimore, MD are additional.
Customize Your Quick Bites
$2,000
Build a 12-video edition around your department’s priorities. Choose from 36 prefilmed nutrition, wellness, and performance videos to create the combination that fits your members.
What Law Enforcement Leaders Are Saying
Megan did an outstanding job delivering nutrition training for our Village employees! From start to finish, her communication was excellent, and her ability to connect with an audience of police officers and other municipal employees was truly impressive. Her presentation was engaging, informative, practical, and tailored perfectly to our workforce. She made the information easy to understand and applicable to everyday life. Highly recommend Megan to any organization looking to provide meaningful wellness education to its employees!
Deputy Chief Tim Cooney
VANESSA FROST-PIEDRAHITA
VANESSA FROST-PIEDRAHITA
We brought RescueRD out for three law enforcement nutrition workshops this year. Practical, actionable nutritional information and guidance for First Responders! Megan understands the challenges of shift work and explained nutritional topics in a way that was easy to understand. Preparing healthy 'to-go bags' is a must! Excellent reviews by our attendees. Highly recommended!
R. Scott Brannan, M.D.
Medical Director, Maryland State Police
KYLE BODE
I found the nutrition presentation helpful to my eating habits and have implemented better breakfast habits before PT which has resulted in more energy for my workouts.
Recruit Hall
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue
Recruit Class 45
LUKE PEDERSEN
From a Recruit Academy Google Review
Megan provided two presentations for Recruit Class 2601, and the training proved to be extremely valuable. Her instruction helped prepare our recruits not only for the demands of the 12-week academy but also for the challenges of working a 48/96 shift schedule.
Following her presentations, I noticed a positive change in our recruits' nutritional habits. They began bringing healthier, higher-quality snacks, including items like applesauce pouches, and their energy levels remained noticeably higher throughout the training day. Most importantly, this was the first recruit class to complete the academy without a single injury.
I would highly recommend Megan's presentation to any department looking to maximize recruit performance, improve wellness habits, and better prepare firefighters for the physical demands of both training and the fire service.
Captain Jordan Serreyn · 5-star Google review
Practical Guides Recruits Can Keep Using
Academy nutrition education works best when recruits can apply it outside the classroom. Your package includes 6+ law enforcement recruit-specific digital guides to reinforce the lessons and help recruits build repeatable habits.
Before the academy: Put a practical plan for meals, snacks, and hydration in place before training begins.
During demanding training: Reinforce fueling and hydration habits around PT, defensive tactics, and recovery.
After graduation: Bring the foundations into meals between calls, unpredictable assignments, and midnight shifts.
Give your recruits a foundation they can carry from the academy into their first assignment.
Small Changes Recruits Put Into Practice
Recruits shared how they used the training in their everyday routines during the academy.
A Better Breakfast Routine
“I didn’t have a nutrition background, so the brief was helpful and now I make overnight oats every night”
Recruit Churchill
Fueling for Energy and Recovery
“The presentation reminded me of the importance of adequate hydration and nutrition, which has been helpful for energy and recovery during recruit school.”
Recruit Alvarez
Practical Meal Prep Support
“Very practical information, I use her reference material for meal prep ideas and followed her on Instagram.”
Recruit Anderson
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue, Recruit Class 45. Feedback shared by email, February 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which academy nutrition package should we choose?
Choose 2 classes to prepare recruits at the beginning of the academy and support their transition to patrol near graduation. The 3-class Academy Performance package adds Nutrition 101 to help recruits adjust fueling between PT, defensive tactics, and classroom days. The 4-class Sports Nutrition package adds Sleep & Recovery for a more in-depth approach. Classes are spaced throughout your program.
Is this nutrition training specific to law enforcement recruits?
Yes! These classes connect nutrition and hydration to academy PT, defensive tactics, classroom learning, recovery, and the transition to patrol. Recruits learn how to adjust meals and snacks to their training demands, with 6+ recruit-specific digital guides to help put those strategies into practice.
Are virtual training and travel included in the price?
The listed packages reflect baseline or virtual pricing. Travel time and expenses from Baltimore, Maryland are additional for in-person delivery. Book a strategy call to discuss your location, academy schedule, and a tailored proposal.