By Sarah Lawhorn, MS, LAT, ATC We all know the importance of exercise. We hear the recommendations on how many minutes of exercise to get, how many steps we should be taking each day, how often we should be in the gym. But what happens when you don’t have the
by Andrea Jervinis, LAT, ATC In swimming, a few tenths of a second can become the difference between standing on the podium or watching from the pool deck. Swimmers lose time with every dropped elbow, mistimed breath, sloppy turn, or poor start. The best swimmers are the ones who maximize
by December Vega, LAT, ATC Have you ever wondered why athletes continue practicing a movement long after they’ve learned how to perform it? A quarterback doesn’t learn to throw a ball once and call it a day. A shortstop doesn’t learn how to turn a double-play and never rehearse motions
by Fiona Stewart, MS, ATC One point doesn’t win or lose a tennis match, but it can change a player’s mindset. The ability to refocus after a setback is a skill every successful athlete learns. Industrial athletes face similar moments throughout the workday, where staying focused on the task is
By Nate Leu, MAT, LAT, ATC Every veteran athlete remembers being the rookie. Learning the playbook is one thing. Learning the pace, the habits, and the little details that don’t show up in practice is another. The industrial workplace is no different. Here are five common mistakes new hires may
by Stevie Scott, MS, ATC In singles tennis, one player covers the entire court. In doubles, two players cover the same space together. Their success depends on communication. Partners constantly exchange information through words, body language, and positioning to stay one step ahead of the next volley. The industrial workplace
by Chantel Gorton, PT, DPT, SCS Tennis is a lifetime sport. It’s played at all ages, from young to old, and doesn’t need pads or helmets. It doesn’t come with a team to guilt-trip when Fred can’t make it on Tuesday night because he’s already exhausted from the week. Tennis
By Ashley Lewis, MPH, ATC Stepping out for a smoke break may feel like the breather you need, but are you causing more harm than you realize? The industrial athlete’s game requires stamina and rapid recovery to meet the daily grind. You may find yourself having to meet high physical
By Casey Goguts, MS, LAT, ATC World Cup Soccer players execute technical running, passing, and dribbling repeatedly throughout a 90+ minute match. These repetitive movements can add up to massive musculoskeletal strain. An industrial athlete’s “match” is an 8+ hour shift. Throughout one shift an industrial athlete will stand for
By Dani Borm, MS, LAT, ATC If Lionel Messi steps onto the pitch for the Argentina v. Algeria match, this would be his 6th FIFA World Cup appearance. The average soccer player is around 25-27 years old. At nearly 39, Lionel Messi is the exception, not the rule. So, why
By Peyton Mayberry, LAT, ATC Have you ever paid attention to the number of times a volleyball player swings to hit the ball during a volleyball match? The repetitive motion of a hitter hitting the ball over the net is a sight to see. In volleyball, one team member is
By Jess Veley, MS-SSR, LAT, ATC In last week’s Digest, we concluded that it’s more important to listen to your body versus pushing through the hurt or discomfort in order to avoid a nagging injury. A common misconception most people believe is that aches, soreness, and discomforts will resolve on
