TVF&R is a strong advocate of personal physical fitness for all District employees. This is illustrated by the continued support of Wellness staff, policies, fitness equipment in all District facilities, as well as the allotment of exercise time during the workday.

The TVF&R Wellness Program conducts a confidential physical fitness assessment annually for all uniformed staff.  The fitness assessment is not intended to be punitive in nature, but is intended to assess individual fitness levels for use in adapting and setting personal fitness goals. This evaluation is mandatory for all uniformed personnel, and is available and highly recommended for all support staff.

Personalized exercise prescriptions, tailored to meet the specific fitness needs of the individual, are a significant component of the Wellness program.  Personalized exercise prescriptions account for an individual's current level of fitness, job duties, time restrictions, physical capabilities, nutritional status, and individual goals. The Wellness Coordinator and Peer Fitness Trainers are responsible for conducting exercise prescriptions for District staff.

• Increase awareness of the importance of physical fitness and health.
• Assess and monitor current physical fitness levels.
• Track and reinforce progress in physical fitness and health levels.
• Increase individual and group physical fitness levels.
• Reduce incidents and severity of preventable illness and injury.
• Create an environment that supports and encourages the attainment of high levels of physical fitness and overall health.