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 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
by Sam Brosseau, MS, ATC While it might seem like hydration is only a concern in the summertime, this association is not totally accurate and might increase our odds of experiencing symptoms of dehydration. Dehydration is not uncommon even when liquids are readily available, and this is even more true
by Steven Limbrunner, ATC If you’re like me, staying hydrated can be a boring and repetitive process. The constant need to drink some high-quality H2O feels like maintenance work for our bodies. Trips to the water cooler. Trips to the bathroom. Repeat. What if I told you… there are more
by Aaron Weidman It’s the middle of summer, do you know if your grill is in prime condition to host a BBQ with friends and family? You know Work Right wants you PREPARED for every occasion. So here are some tips for you to Review Your Hazards when it comes
by Andrea Jervinis, ATC, LAT Do you feel it? The grogginess and body ache that comes with losing an hour during Daylight-Saving Time? Let me tell ya, it’s even worse with kids (am I right, parents?). The good news is in a few short days our bodies will get used
by Justin Zimmerman Consistency is key for gym goals but the reason reaching those goals is so challenging is because of how difficult it is to stay consistent for the long term. Anyone have a gym resolution to begin the new year? Let us help offer a few tips to
As we begin the new year, we take a look back on our favorite newsletters of 2021. Each of these selections seemed to be a favorite of yours as well! If you’re interested in reading each of these again (or if even for the first time), the volume and issue
Blue 42. Blue 42. Check, Check. PREVENT INJURIES. PREVENT INJURIES ON 2. DOWWWNNN. SEEEET. HUT HUT! As summer winds down, the days start getting cooler, the leaves begin to change color, and across the nation you can hear the sounds of pads clashing against each other. That’s right, football
