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Prevention Starts With Prepared

by Michael Marsh, MS, ATC Last week, we introduced the idea that Prevention Favors the PREPARED. Yes, it’s a fun play on words. We can prepare ourselves in advance from injury, but with Work Right, it’s also a catchy acronym. The PREPARED acronym is a practical guide, helping industrial athletes

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Prevention Favors The Prepared

Every workday brings new challenges for industrial athletes. Tasks change, environments shift, and surprises can pop up when least expected. But one thing never changes: the need to stay safe, avoid injuries, and finish the day ready to do it all again tomorrow. At Work Right, we know that safety

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A Moment’s Peace

by Sydney Boyce, MS, LAT, ATC, RYT200 Stress is our body’s way of saying there is too much going on at the moment and that we’re feeling overwhelmed “This is too much!” When these stress responses start to affect our everyday life or prevent us from being in the present

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Unwrapping Joy

by Shane Leahy, LAT, ATC This time of year is often described as the most wonderful time, but for many, it can also be the most stressful. According to a 2023 survey by the American Psychological Association, 41% of Americans reported increased stress levels during the holiday season. Financial concerns,

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Your Present Is Your Presence

by Omar Fercha, MA, LAT, ATC Looking for the ideal gift to give your co-worker, friend, children, or even your significant other? What if I told you this gift would help reduce your own stress, lower your heart rate and blood pressure, and increase your connection with the person you

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Thanksgiving Every Day

by Toshi Hirano, MS, ATC, CES Thanksgiving may be behind us, but what if we carried its spirit forward every day? Imagine harnessing the spirit of gratitude we feel around the holiday—taking time to reflect, give thanks, and connect—and carrying it into every day. Gratitude isn’t just a nice sentiment;

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Connectivity

by Marta Borkova, PT, DPT The world is becoming darker, literally. As we ‘fall’ towards winter, each day the daylight hours shorten and the darkness of night lengthens. For industrial athletes, like much of the modern workforce, this season equates to getting up in the dark, coming home from work

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The Trust Factor

by Sydney Boyce, MS, LAT, ATC, RYT200 Trust is the foundation of any thriving workplace culture. It’s not just a buzzword. It’s the bedrock of strong relationships, effective teamwork, and mutual success. To build trust among coworkers, shift your perspective from individual achievement (how you perform, how you act, how

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When Safety Hits Close to Home

by Michael Marsh, MS, ATC As Thanksgiving nears, many of us start to reflect on what we’re grateful for. And for most, that starts with family. Family is the reason we push through the long days, the early alarms, and the hard work. It’s the reason we’re out here doing

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Burnout Isn’t a Badge of Honor

by Steve Limbrunner, ATC Balancing work and life is kind of like walking a tightrope while juggling flaming torches. It’s tricky, it’s high-stakes, and sometimes you get burned. Just because it’s challenging doesn’t mean it isn’t worth it. Taking time to prioritize both work and your own wellbeing is essential,

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Back(side) From The Dead

by Leeca Baran, MS, LAT, ATC Halloween. Dia De Los Muertos. All Saints Day. These are a few holidays just around the corner that recognize the dead. But, could something spooky and dead be lurking around YOUR corner too? Could it be…. DEAD BUTT SYNDROME? Dun-Dun-DUUUN!! What is Dead Butt

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We Like Strong Glutes (And We Cannot Lie)

by Jaymie Bloch, MS, ATC Listen up, industrial athletes: before we dive into our day, it’s time to get those glutes in gear! A solid dynamic warm-up can be the difference between powering through our shift or feeling like a stiff, rusty robot. So, let’s talk about why warming up

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