Increasing blood flow when treating injured athletes
In seeking the best outcome for their clients, athletic trainers use a variety of modalities aimed at facilitating recovery and providing the greatest opportunity for a successful return to sport. Advanced technology and understanding of... more »
Considerations for ankle bracing
When an athlete injures an ankle, it is usually either a fracture of one of the bones or a sprain – which there are three distinct types – Grade 1,2, or 3 of any ligaments... more »
Nutritional considerations for concussion recovery
Many injuries can sideline athletes. Proper rest, rehabilitation, and nutrition all play a factor in recovery no matter the injury. And for concussions, nutrition may have a bigger role than meets the eye. Understanding both... more »
Meet the 2024 Most Valuable Athletic Trainer of the Year winners
In athletic training, excellence is not just a goal but a standard. Training & Conditioning magazine's annual Most Valuable Athletic Trainer of the Year award epitomizes this pursuit of distinction. This prestigious accolade recognizes the... more »
Breathing drills offer a low-level, high-impact ritual for resilience and rejuvenation
As strength and conditioning coaches and performance enhancement specialists, we have cornered the market on high-threshold programming. We know full well how to rev our athletes up. But amidst all the 1RM testing, vertical jumps,... more »
The evolution of the football speed coach
The game of football continues to evolve. Twenty-first-century players are bigger, faster, and stronger. But of these three physical traits, speed remains the most coveted. In 1975, the Dallas Cowboys hired Bob Ward as the... more »
