Not every close call looks like one in the moment. Sometimes it shows up as a rough night of sleep, a missed pre-shift warm-up, or just feeling a step off. This week’s Industrial Athlete Digest takes a closer look at what puts us in position to catch those moments early, before they turn into something more.
April steps onto the diamond with Close Calls & Near Misses, where the moments that almost go wrong deserve a second look. This week’s feature connects baseball to the demands placed on the shoulder and elbow, highlighting how repeated strain and missed warning signs can turn a small issue into something more.
Some pain comes and goes. Other times, it sticks around. And when it does, it’s rarely just about the physical. Chronic pain is closely tied to anxiety and depression, often showing up together and influencing how we think, move, and perform. This week’s Industrial Athlete Digest takes a closer look at how pain can build and start affecting more than just the body.
Work, responsibilities, and daily demands can take up more space than we realize. This week’s Industrial Athlete Digest looks at the role hobbies play in supporting mental health, using golf as one example of how stepping away, staying active, and focusing on something enjoyable can help reset the mind and body. Take a few minutes to read and consider what helps you recharge outside of work.
We often recognize warning signs from our bodies – hunger, thirst, fatigue – but there’s another signal that’s easier to overlook: loneliness. This week’s Industrial Athlete Digest explores how social connection impacts not only our health but also our focus, creativity, and performance at work. Take a moment to read and consider how small moments of connection can make a big difference for you and your team.
Some sports are loud. Golf is not one of them. No buzzer beaters. No body checks. Just a quiet reminder around hole 12 that your mechanics might not be as solid as you thought. Funny how that works.
This month’s Teamwork Prevents focus is Quiet Struggles, and we’re teeing it up with a look at what golf can teach the industrial athlete. Repetition adds up and mechanics matter, because consistency is built long before it’s tested.
The ice storm moving through this week is a sharp reminder that risk doesn’t wait for the shift to start. Slick pavement, hidden ice, and hurried steps can turn an ordinary walk from the car into the most dangerous part of the day.
This week’s Digest looks at why prevention begins in the parking lot and why small decisions make a big difference before you ever reach the door.
There’s always another way down. A faster way. A way that looks just a little more exciting. This week’s Digest takes a closer look at why the well-worn path exists for a reason, and what “sticking to the trail” really means for industrial athletes who want to finish strong and come back ready for the next run.
Familiar routines and routes can make it easy to move on autopilot. When comfort sets in, shortcuts often follow, and that’s where risk tends to show up.
This week’s Digest looks at what navigating moguls can teach industrial athletes about awareness, decision-making, and why slowing down and choosing your line matters more than rushing through the workday.
What do snow sports and Industrial Athletes have in common? That’s what we answer in this week’s Digest. From preparation to form techniques, there is a lot more in common than you may think! Read on to find out more.
Some lifts are better shared. When a task gets heavy, awkward, or unpredictable, going it alone can turn a routine move into a risky one. This week’s Digest looks at buddy lifting, and why knowing when to call for backup is one of the simplest ways to avoid the hero lift.
We’re also highlighting a quick Work Right warm-up routine designed to prep the body for lifting. Try it out!
Some of the riskiest lifts are the ones that don’t look risky at all. When size, shape, or familiarity tricks your judgment, it’s easy to move too fast or try to handle more than you should. This week’s Digest takes a closer look at why sizing up a load matters, and how slowing down the decision is one of the best ways to steer clear of the hero lift.
Once you’re “engaged” to the setup of a lift, everything changes. The rush disappears, the movement feels more intentional, and the lift stops being a gamble. Just like any good commitment, it’s not about making things harder, it’s about making them more reliable. This week’s Digest breaks down how staying engaged before and during the lift leads to better control, fewer breakdowns, and stronger teamwork on the floor.
A new year brings a new campaign. In 2026, Teamwork Prevents takes the spotlight, reinforcing that injury prevention is never a solo effort. With the NHL season in full swing, January opens by drawing clear parallels between hockey and industrial work, where fast pace, shifting conditions, and shared responsibility demand trust, coordination, and preparation from every teammate. Check it out in this first Industrial Athlete Digest of 2026.
