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
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
by Tania Maddox, ATC Think about how many times today you’ve bent forward — picking up groceries, lifting a baby, grabbing a tool, or even leaning over a sink or machine. These simple movements, done countless times every day, rely on a fundamental motion known as the hip hinge. It’s
by Justin Agustini, LAT, ATC, CEAS Have you ever noticed persistent discomfort in your lower back or knees with no clear cause? It might be your glutes. Sitting for long periods can weaken these powerful muscles, which play a critical role in stabilizing our hips and distributing forces across our
by Stevie Scott, MS, ATC How confident would we be if our mechanic had trouble finding the hood latch to check out our car? Or if we went to the dentist and they kept second guessing which sharp instrument to put in our mouth? We can agree that our confidence
by Lelsey Brown, MS, ATC Imposter Syndrome — it’s that nagging feeling of being a fraud, no matter how much you’ve achieved or how hard you’ve worked. You know, the one where success feels like luck, and you’re constantly worried someone will ‘find you out.’ Though it’s not a psychiatric
by Laila Ghannam, MS, ATC, CES Beginning a new job or task has a way of feeling overwhelming, especially one that can be labor intensive. Perhaps you’re reading this as a seasoned industrial athlete. You know what we mean! The first 90 days of a demanding job can demonstrate many
by Mindy Patee, M.Ed In a world where you can “have it all”, is there really TIME to have it all? In short, probably not. There’s just not going to be enough time in the day to work, spend time with family, watch the trending television show, read a book,
by WRNW Our workday is made up of tasks. Tasks are made up of thoughts, movements, steps, challenges, and choices. We can’t progress through any of those without first taking a breath. With so many breaths to take in a day, why make it harder on yourself? Make every breath
by Kelly Trevino, MS, ATC Want to try and help increase your brain health? Working on your brain health helps to lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s or other types of dementias. A strong brain also helps to slow other declining factors as we age such as memory and reaction.
by Sydney Boyce, MS, LAT, ATC, RYT200 If we’re Building Health this month, we have to tackle both physical and mental health, right? So let’s talk yoga. It’s here to build both at the same time! Yoga is a form of physical activity where you can strengthen, stretch, and improve
by Aaron Weidman, MS, ATC, CEAS Men’s Health tends to be a bit like Fight Club. How, you ask? Well, the 1st and 2nd rule of Men’s Health are similar to those of Fight Club – “You do not talk about Men’s Health!” We’re working on breaking through the stigma
