So, you found a favorite pair of shoes that you love to train in, but how do you know when it is time to replace them for a new pair? Although breaking in a pair of shoes may feel good…
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Core Strength · Strong core muscles make everyday life activities easier · Athletes with strong core muscles can reduce the risk of injury and increase the length of time of peak performance · Weak core muscles are often associated with…
- Exercise: Cardiovascular endurance and strength training are important to keep the body healthy. Exercise helps release endorphins, which is the chemical that makes you happy! - Sleep: Recommendation is at least 7-8 hours of sleep a night. This gives…
For those who may not have access to weights or equipment, here are a couple of creative ways to get a great workout in by simply using bodyweight or things found around the house. Even though we may be restricted…
Athletic trainers provide medical services to all types of patients in a variety of settings. Most people think that athletic trainers only work with athletes, but that’s not true. Athletic trainers can work for companies like UPS, doctor offices, the…
Stretching is an important part of any injury recovery process. Stretching has been known to aid in the increase of healthy blood flow circulation, flexibility, and range of motion - all of which help to decrease your pain and speed…
[embed]https://youtu.be/Tkn-fC-KYWc[/embed] Watch to hear Jason Reed MS, ATC at Greenwood High School tell his story about how he was reminded of how important education about hydration and nutrition is to young athletes.
Hydration is one of the most important nutritional concerns for an athlete. Approximately 60 percent of body weight is water. As an athlete trains or competes, fluid is lost through the skin through sweat and the lungs while breathing. If…
Return to play has many facets. Most athletic trainers have a screening process that requires athletes to pass through different phases; from mobility, to strength, to plyometric, to full speed movement. By taking a closer look at when an athlete…
If you are a participant in a throwing or “overhead” sport, such as volleyball, baseball, or softball, and you end up in the athletic training room, it is most likely due to “shoulder pain.” Most of the time the pain…
