by Kelly Treviño, MS, LAT, ATC In baseball, scouts look for the rare “five-tool player” – someone who can hit for average, hit for power, run, field, and throw. It’s the kind of player who impacts every part of the game, not just one piece of it. Industrial athletes have
by Stevie Scott, MS, ATC If we constantly push the boundaries of health and safety, it’s only a matter of time before we *strike out.* This can include accidents, mental burnout, physical injury, or getting sick. To make sure we have a successful transition from the dugout to the field,
by John Walker, MS, LAT, ATC Imagine you’re on top of a ski run, staring down your first Black Diamond slope. With little visibility past the first bank, all you can see are trees and the trails of other riders on the fresh powder. While most follow the natural slope
by Steve Limbrunner, ATC It’s that time of year when winter sports are in full swing! These activities can be exciting, but they also come with real challenges, especially when facing a double-black diamond run filled with moguls. Choosing the wrong line or failing to prepare for those conditions increases
by Ethan Hancock, PT, DPT, SCS, ATC, LAT, XPS Just like professional skiers and snowboarders, industrial athletes need more than just balance, they need proper fueling, strength, and rest. Industrial athletes must be ready to meet the demands of a fast-paced environment during a shift where they need to swivel
By Kelly Treviño, MS, LAT, ATC Hero lifts usually start with good intentions. Someone wants to get the job done, keep things moving, or avoid slowing the team down. But when a load is heavy, bulky, or awkward, going it alone is often where risk creeps in. That’s where buddy
by Savanah Mickey, LAT, ATC, CEAS Lifting is inevitable in everyday life, whether you are lifting material to set up for the workday, or you’re lifting the dog over the baby gate to go outside, or perhaps lifting a pitcher of sweet tea to have with dinner after a long
by Kayla Ward, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS, CES If you’ve ever heard a Work Right Injury Prevention Specialist use the phrase “engage your core when lifting” and felt unsure how to do it correctly, you’re not alone. While we might visualize a powerlifter wearing a weight belt in the gym,
by Emmalee Ginn, MS, LAT, ATC, EMT Debriefing after a long workday is about more than slowing down mentally. Recuperation also depends on having the right fuel ready when energy is low and decisions feel harder. At Work Right, we see it often. When meals aren’t planned ahead, recovery gets
by John Walker, MS, LAT, ATC, CES Of all the health trends to emerge in the 21st century, few (if any) have achieved the notoriety and effectiveness of GLP-1 receptor agonists, most commonly known today as Ozempic. From speculative tabloid headlines to nationwide ad campaigns, Ozempic has taken the world
by Olivia Asso-Gonzalez, MS, LAT, ATC Your work shift breaks things down. Your legs and feet feel the miles. Your shoulders remember the reaches, and your grip knows every tool you touched. That’s part of the job. What matters is how you rebuild after. Protein is a macronutrient, meaning it’s
by Sal Chavez, MSEd, LAT, ATC The holidays bring time with family and friends, and let’s be honest, a whole lot of food! Big meals, cozy recipes, savory spreads, spiced sips, and festive finger foods. With all that goodness around, staying grounded in healthy habits can feel tricky. But this
