Continuing Education
Mindfulness Helps Athletes Improve Pain Tolerance
A key state of the recovery process for an injuried athlete, as well as for those athletes who push themselves in training, is the ability to tolerate pain. A recent study conducted by the University... more »
Pregame Medical Prep
Following in the footsteps of Arizona, South Dakota has become the second state in the U.S. to mandate a pre-game medical meeting prior to all high school sporting events. The purpose is to make sure... more »
Considerations for athletic training faculty
Being an athletic training faculty member is both rewarding and challenging. Even if you remain organized, you will still run into challenges… more »
Athletic training lessons: A passion for learning
The athletic trainer lives a hectic life. Many responsibilities leave precious little time for growth as a professional, but it should be a priority… more »
New Year’s resolutions from an athletic trainer
If you are like most athletic trainers, the start of the new year is a time for celebration, reflection and New Year’s resolutions. Here are some of mine… more »
Athletic training lessons: Advice for my younger self
I’m often asked what kind of advice I would give from my athletic training career. After much contemplation, here are the nine tips I can share… more »
Treat yourself
Going from the sidelines to being sidelined can be tough when athletic trainers suffer an injury. But as Ewing (N.J.) High School Athletic Trainer David Csillan discovered, it’s the perfect time to practice being a good patient… more »
Not Worth the Weight
It’s common for young football players to intentionally try to gain weight for their sport. However, according to a recent study, it may put them at risk for health problems later in life.
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