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Ready. Set. Work Right.

by Nicole Bruce, MS, LAT, ATC Do you wonder why athletes spend an hour or more stretching and warming up before a game? Even in motorsports, drivers complete a parade lap before the race to check track conditions, ensure their vehicles are operating smoothly, and most importantly to prepare their

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Work Right With Heart

by Ally Folkert, DAT, LAT, ATC, CSCS With February just around the corner, we’re turning our sights to this Cardiovascular Health Awareness Month. February is a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of heart health and inspiring individuals to take proactive steps toward better living. In the spirit

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Building The PREPARED Habit

by Justin Zimmerman, MS, ATC, CSCS Most high-level athletes have a routine they go through to get in the right headspace prior to training or competition. A mind divided can lead to errors with potentially serious consequences. Think of leaving yourself open for a tackle during football, or not monitoring

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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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Seeing What We Can’t See

by Jaymie Bloch, MS, ATC Everything we’re able to see at the same time is what’s called our Field of Vision. In other words, this is how far out peripherally we’re able to see without moving our eyes or our heads. Typically, this range spans a total width of 190

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Setting the Scene for Injury Prevention

by Samuel Doctorian, MS, ATC Pulled muscles are unpredictable and sometimes hard to prevent. Variables like body composition, type of work, underlying health conditions, and other uncontrollable factors contribute to them. However, with cuts and lacerations injuries, there are controllable and concrete strategies which are almost foolproof to keep you

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The Top Rung Of Safety

by Leeca Baran, ATC & Casee Yarborough, ATC It’s Workplace Safety Month and we’re putting all eyes on environments that see the most risk for workplace injury. To start, we’re eyeing ladders. They’re always up to something. Let’s keep you PREPARED with ladder safety – one step at a time!

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Feel-ine PREPARED

by Emi Calvo, ATC There are many benefits to having a feline friend in your life. Studies have shown that those with feline or canine companions have lower heart rate and blood pressure than those who don’t have pets. Cats often fill our need for companionship, aid in mental health,

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PREPARED to Move

  Planning on moving soon? Or maybe you’re in the midst of packing? Even though moving is an exciting time, we know moving is stressful! Packing can be a literal pain. But don’t worry, as long as you’re PREPARED, stress less and save your back as well! Here are some

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BE(E) PREPARED

  As the summer flowers bloom, so also come the bees! While these important pollinators may make delicious honey, they also pack a painful sting. These stings can even be made worse with an allergic reaction – sometimes even life-threatening – and you may not know you’re allergic! Pay attention

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How to Survive a Dinosaur Attack

by Omar Fercha, ATC Welcome to Jurassic World! During National Safety Month, we at Work Right want to make sure you are PREPARED to prevent any possible injury. This obviously includes dinosaur attacks, since dinosaurs are being released into the world this week. We want to make sure YOU are

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