by Tania Maddox, ATC As we continue to focus on staying in the Green Zone, one vital piece of that puzzle is core strength. And, no. That doesn’t mean six pack abs. Core strength is really about our ability to stabilize and control the muscles throughout the torso. Whether we’re
by Peyton Mayberry, LAT, ATC Picture this. You’re in a rush. Maybe you want to get one task done right before lunch, or you’re just ready for a break and this is the last thing on your list. The task involves moving a box a short distance, which is normally
by Adam Dwyer, MS, ATC We tend to think about alignment from the waist up (alignment through our core of the hips, shoulders, and spine), but our foundation is just as critical. Our feet set the tone for everything above them. Misalignment down low can ripple upward into the knees,
by Kelly Treviño, MS, LAT, ATC You’re asleep. Your muscles are off-duty and nothing’s in motion. At least, that’s the idea. But while you’re out cold, your body might be stuck in patterns that keep tension alive, like twisted hips, tilted shoulders, and a spine shaped like a question mark.
by Marta Borkova, PT, DPT When is the last time that you sat sideways at the computer, or in your car? You probably wouldn’t even think of it, and those examples might seem silly, but how about the last time you sat sideways at a meal, or sat on the
by Mac JuVette, LAT, ATC We’ve all heard the phrase: “Common sense ain’t so common.” Often, it’s the most basic things that are the most misunderstood and or misapplied. Breathing is a prime example. It’s one of the most important tools we have to reinforce our health, yet it’s often
by Steve Limbrunner, ATC Just because we’re all industrial athletes doesn’t mean we all do the same work in the same places. There’s difference in location, in job task, and even the nuance of our particular movement demands. However, something we all have in common is that we walk, move,
by Dylan Wirick, MS, LAT, ATC Work Right has got great imagery of lifting. Graphics that show proper lifting posture – a wide stance, chest up, a neutral spine, and hinging at the hip. And those how-to visuals are important. But let’s be honest: most objects on the job don’t
by Sara Thistle, LAT, ATC, CSCS Lifting – or more simply, picking something up – is so woven into daily life that it’s rarely given much thought. It’s something we expect to do without hesitation: picking up a child, picking up the groceries, picking up dropped keys or tools after
by Trevor Addison, MS, ATC There’s a common saying on safety-conscious construction sites: “ladders last.” This means ladders should only be used when all other options have been exhausted. This idea doesn’t eliminate the use of ladders, far from it in fact, but it does get workers to consider other
by Vanessa Punches, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS, CES When we think about safety on the job, we often focus on helmets, gloves, or safety goggles. But one essential piece of equipment that often gets overlooked is your footwear. Whether we’re working on construction sites, in warehouses, or in any field
by Andrea Jervinis, LAT, ATC Is your work fit meeting all the current trends? No, we aren’t talking about fashion trends. We’re talking about safety trends! Recently, OSHA released their final ruling on PPE in construction. Companies must now provide properly fitting PPE to ensure maximum protection for their industrial
