by Lori Neufeld-Temple For those of us who spend long hours at a desk, it’s easy to lose track of time. But prolonged sitting can lead to musculoskeletal issues, particularly in the back, neck, and shoulders. Poor posture, like slouching, strains muscles, ligaments, and joints, causing discomfort, stiffness, and even
by Vanessa Punches, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS, CES Staying active during the workday is vital for maintaining both physical and mental well-being. Whether you’re working on the production floor or in an office, long periods of sitting or repetitive movements can lead to discomfort, fatigue, and even long-term health issues.
by Michelle Leitheiser, LAT, ATC, CSCS Industrial environments are demanding. Fast-paced, noisy, and often physically intense. The setting requires more than just strength and endurance. It also requires mental clarity to perform tasks safely and efficiently. Whether you’re operating heavy machinery, doing repetitive tasks, or troubleshooting an issue on the
by Nicole Bruce, MS, LAT, ATC Do you wonder why athletes spend an hour or more stretching and warming up before a game? Even in motorsports, drivers complete a parade lap before the race to check track conditions, ensure their vehicles are operating smoothly, and most importantly to prepare their
by Jaymie Bloch, MS, ATC Listen up, industrial athletes: before we dive into our day, it’s time to get those glutes in gear! A solid dynamic warm-up can be the difference between powering through our shift or feeling like a stiff, rusty robot. So, let’s talk about why warming up
by Derek Bracken, MS, ATC, CES Work Right utilizes one of the most common and basic techniques for injury prevention among active individuals – whether it’s participating in sports, getting ready for the work day, tackling at home projects, or just getting out of bed. The one thing most people
by Sam Grimm, ATC Have you been experiencing unexplained low back discomfort? Maybe it is time to get rid of that big bulky wallet you carry around in your back pocket! Many men carry around large wallets in their back pocket, and studies have shown that this can lead to
by Andrea Jervinis, ATC Postpartum, also known as the fourth trimester, can be a difficult time for most women for many various reasons. The body has gone through a natural “trauma” delivering a baby (or multiple babies 😳) and requires recovery. Some women Industrial Athletes may need to jump back
by Andrea Jervinis, ATC Pregnancy. At the end, you hold a beautiful new baby in your arms. But the 40 weeks prior to that day, you and your body are going through a lot of changes – physically, hormonally, and physiologically. And while those changes are occurring, you are still
