Heat Stress
How To Train Properly in the Heat
As we enter the dog days of summer, it's important to be mindful of the high heat and humidity. Generally speaking, those who enjoy outdoor workouts prefer conditions that involve cooler temperatures and low humidity.... more »
Be Prepared for Heat Illness During Practice [SPONSORED]
It's one of the worst nightmares for an athletic trainer — having an athlete suffer a catastrophic heat illness during a practice or game. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) published a study that stated... more »
Breaks, Hydration At Higher Importance With Masks Worn
As more athletic organizations begin its resumption of activities amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the questions of masks worn by athletes have arose with the summer temperatures. While many workouts take place outdoors and consist of... more »
Florida bill requiring ice tubs in HS sports moves forward
Florida legislators are advancing a bill that would require the availability of ice tubs at high school games and practices… more »
Debunking heat illness myths
Here are 11 common heat illness myths among coaches and athletes, along with some ways to counteract these misconceptions… more »
Cool Off: Thermal behaviors may differ between genders
According to a new study from the University at Buffalo, men and women may be different when it comes to thermal behaviors… more »
Procedural Failure
If one of your players is transported to the hospital during a road game, do you have a protocol that determines who will stay behind and provide support? Bowling Green State University recently learned that such a policy is necessary… more »
Uniting ATs and EMTs
After a middle school football player was knocked unconscious during a game at Clover (S.C.) High School last October, both an athletic trainer and emergency medical services (EMS) responded… more »
