by WRNW Hydration isn’t one-size-fits-all. The environment you work in can have a big impact on how much water you lose and how effectively your body can stay cool and recover. For industrial athletes, that means the strategies for staying hydrated in a humid factory may look very different from
by Connor Givens, MS, ATC Just like a traditional athlete, industrial athletes heavily rely on their bodies to perform their job. Like any other athlete, the industrial athlete’s performance and safety can boil down to one critical factor: hydration. Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve talked about the power
by Fiona Stewart, MS, ATC Water is a key component to maintaining body temperature and hydration level. These are two critical factors that directly affect physical performance and endurance. For a pro athlete, that means competing in the game. For the industrial athlete, that means completing the work at a
by Lindsay Yokum, PT, DPT For workers who rely on their bodies to do work – construction workers, warehouse staff, landscapers, first responders – hydration isn’t just a wellness tip, it’s a lifeline. Water regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and keeps muscles performing at their best. Even mild dehydration can
by Omar Fercha, ATC Be vewy, vewy, quiet.. It’s hunting season. **insert Elmer Fudd laughing here** Fall is the air. Leaves are changing color to earthier rust, ochre, and sienna colors. Offset against the changing landscape, you’ll find random splashes of bright orange. These are humans. Actual humans wandering the
