RESPONSE-READY COACHING

Structured training for firefighters Committed to Staying Strong, Capable, and Response Ready.

Train for the Job. Protect Your Career.

Firefighting is physically demanding, unpredictable, and unforgiving — and the wear adds up as calls accumulate, sleep is disrupted, and small gaps in strength, mobility, recovery, or conditioning get exposed.

Staying ready takes more than working hard; it requires structured preparation aligned with the real demands of the job. Response-Ready Coaching is for Firefighters Committed to Performance and Longevity

Being fit is not the same as being ready.

Response-Ready Coaching integrates the essential elements required to support performance, durability, and long-term availability.

  • Structured Physical Training

  • Recovery & Load Management

  • Performance Nutrition

  • Measured Progress & Accountability

So nothing is left to chance.

RESPONSE-READY COACHING

coaching Program Options

Each of these coaching programs stand on their own based on your needs, or can be combined to build your ultimate preparation plan.

Response Ready Blueprint — Physical Training Program

For firefighters who want training that supports the job without burning out or breaking down.

The Response Ready Blueprint is a 16-week progressive firefighter-specific training system designed to build strength, conditioning, movement quality, and durability in a structured, sustainable way.

Training is built around:

  • Foundational movement patterns

  • Muscular strength and strength endurance

  • Energy system development aligned to job demands

  • Measured intensity and progression

  • Built-in active recovery

This develops a body that is strong, capable, and resilient—not just tired.

The 16-week program follows three progressive phases:

Phase 1 (Weeks 1–5): Endurance Foundation
Build a strong aerobic base and full-body muscular endurance to support longer work periods, faster recovery, and greater physical and mental resilience.

Phase 2 (Weeks 6–10): Strength & Strength Endurance
Develop higher levels of strength while maintaining endurance through moderate-duration intervals and progressive loading.

Phase 3 (Weeks 11–15): Power & High-Intensity Capacity
Build explosive power, rapid force production, and the ability to repeat hard efforts with minimal drop-off.

(Week 16 may serve as a consolidation, assessment, or deload based on individual needs.)

Includes:

  • Movement screening and corrective strategies (MOVR App)

  • Custom progressive training program (Bridge Athletic App)

  • Ongoing program adjustments based on performance and readiness

Performance Nutrition Plan

For firefighters who want consistent energy, improved body composition, and better recovery on and off the job.

Nutrition directly impacts training performance, recovery, and long-term durability. When fueling is inconsistent, energy drops, recovery slows, and progress stalls.

This plan provides clear structure without unnecessary restriction—so you can support your training, optimize recovery, and sustain performance over time.

Includes:

  • Customized performance nutrition plan (Cronometer app)

  • Sustainable implementation guidance

  • Ongoing adjustments based on performance and recovery

coaching format

Response Ready Coaching Programs are available in two formats.

Both formats follow the same preparation methodology. The difference is the level of individualization and coaching access. Programs may stand alone or be combined based on your stage in the process.

1:1 Coaching

Individualized programming, direct access to coaching, and fully customized preparation aligned with your timeline and goals.

small-group coaching

Structured programming, guided coaching, and peer accountability within a focused cohort of candidates preparing together.

Ready to take the next step? It’s easy to get started.

  1. First- fill out the application below.

  2. Next- you’ll hear back in 48hrs. If it feels like a good fit, we will schedule a free strategy call.

  3. Finally- Once we both accept to work together, I’ll build you structured preparation plan for coaching & performance oversight to get you to your goals.

In These coaching Programs, You’ll Develop:

Job-Specific Strength and Stamina
Build total-body strength and muscular endurance through movement-based training that directly supports the physical demands of firefighting.

Energy System Development That Matches the Mission
Train the way you work—with interval-based conditioning that mirrors fireground intensity and improves your capacity under stress.

Improved Mobility and Movement Quality
Enhance functional mobility, joint stability, and movement efficiency to move better, recover faster, and reduce compensations that lead to injury.

Balanced Training That Reduces Injury Risk
Avoid burnout and overuse with varied-intensity programming, smart progression, and built-in recovery.

Positive Changes in Body Composition
Build lean muscle, reduce excess body fat, and feel better in your gear—without extreme dieting or unsustainable routines.

Greater Confidence and Readiness on the Job
Train with purpose, knowing your workouts are preparing you for the moments that matter most.

Measurable Progress
Track performance with intentional metrics and workout scoring so you know where you’re improving—and where to focus next.

What Structured Coaching Delivers

Clients often tell me the first change isn’t just physical. It’s consistency, clarity, confidence.

  • "Ryan is the most supportive fitness, performance and mindset coach I have ever had."

    With his check ins and drive it motivated me to be better and to stick to this training. From the beginning of this challenge and beyond I felt extremely supported as he is always willing to modify anything to make it more personalized and work best for me. If you are a firefighter who needs a comprehensive program but are reluctant to throw yourself in because of the body you find yourself in - Trust in Ryan. He can take any program and make it make sense for you - and meet you exactly where you are at and get you where you want to be. 

    - Maria P.

  • "Functional, data driven programming for all levels"

    “Firefighter Peak Performance combines functional job related exercises, excellent markers to help track your progression, and scaled movements for any level of fitness or recovery. The sandbag workout is a great example of minimal equipment and functional movement for firefighters.”

    -Vince L.

30+ Years in the Fire Service.
A Lifetime Committed to Performance.

I’m Ryan Provencher — Operations Battalion Chief (Ret.) and Founder of Firefighter Peak Performance. For more than three decades, I served in the fire service while helping shape training systems and performance standards that support operational readiness and career longevity.

Over the course of my career, I have:

  • Built firefighter training programs

  • Served as a Peer Fitness Trainer and Health-Fitness Coordinator

  • Led operational teams under high consequence conditions

  • Helped firefighters rebuild after injury and sustain long-term performance

Response Ready Coaching is built from real-world experience inside the fire service — and a deep understanding of what keeps firefighters performing at a high level over the long haul.

My commitment is simple: To help firefighters train with structure, protect their careers, and remain available when it matters most.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your questions answered. If you have any more you can always contact me. When you are ready to take the first step- apply below.

  • Step 1: Application & Strategy Call

    Submit the application.

    If aligned, we schedule a focused performance call.

    We review:

    • Current assignment and operational demands
    • Injury history and wear-and-tear considerations
    • Training background
    • Recovery habits and sleep patterns
    • Strengths and performance gaps

    This isn’t a sales call.

    It’s a performance strategy session.

    Step 2: Structured Training & Longevity Plan

    If accepted, I build a structured preparation plan aligned with:

    • Your assignment
    • Your shift schedule
    • Your injury history
    • Your current conditioning level
    • Your long-term career goals

    No random workouts.
    No burnout cycles.
    No chasing exhaustion.

    Just structured progression aligned with your reality.

    Step 3: Coaching & Performance Oversight

    Preparation is not a PDF. It’s a process.

    • Bi-weekly sessions
    • Ongoing check-ins
    • Movement feedback
    • Load management adjustments
    • Recovery strategy guidance
    • Built-in accountability

    You’re not just training harder.

    You’re training intelligently — so you can perform consistently.

    Step 4: Stay Response Ready

    Over time, something shifts.

    You:

    • Move better under load
    • Recover faster between calls
    • Feel stronger in your gear
    • Reduce flare-ups and overuse issues
    • Train with confidence instead of caution

    You don’t hope your body holds up.

    You build it to.

  • Firefighters committed to maintaining performance, reducing injury risk, and protecting career longevity through structured training.

  • Firefighters looking for random workouts, extreme programming, or short-term intensity without structure.

  • No. You need to be willing to train consistently and follow structured progression.

  • Both options are available. All follow the same Response Ready Blueprint.

  • Most training can be completed with standard gym or station equipment. Programs are adjusted accordingly.

  • You’ll complete an application and schedule a strategy call to determine fit and next steps.