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Keep Calm and Breathe On

by Mac JuVette, LAT, ATC We’ve all heard the phrase: “Common sense ain’t so common.” Often, it’s the most basic things that are the most misunderstood and or misapplied. Breathing is a prime example. It’s one of the most important tools we have to reinforce our health, yet it’s often

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Lift And Dorsiflexion

by Steve Limbrunner, ATC Just because we’re all industrial athletes doesn’t mean we all do the same work in the same places. There’s difference in location, in job task, and even the nuance of our particular movement demands. However, something we all have in common is that we walk, move,

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Well, This Is Awkward

by Dylan Wirick, MS, LAT, ATC Work Right has got great imagery of lifting. Graphics that show proper lifting posture – a wide stance, chest up, a neutral spine, and hinging at the hip. And those how-to visuals are important. But let’s be honest: most objects on the job don’t

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Do You Even Lift?

by Sara Thistle, LAT, ATC, CSCS Lifting – or more simply, picking something up – is so woven into daily life that it’s rarely given much thought. It’s something we expect to do without hesitation: picking up a child, picking up the groceries, picking up dropped keys or tools after

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A Call To Attention

by JT Yancy, MAT, LAT, ATC, CSCS Military personnel are subjected to numerous testing criteria to assess their physical capabilities and to identify any shortfalls that may need to be addressed. These tests are critical in that they must be administered and monitored before being deployed or assigned to military

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PREPARED to Move

  Planning on moving soon? Or maybe you’re in the midst of packing? Even though moving is an exciting time, we know moving is stressful! Packing can be a literal pain. But don’t worry, as long as you’re PREPARED, stress less and save your back as well! Here are some

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