Beyond the Sidelines

Athletic trainers are pulled in many directions and it can be challenging to focus on making the right calls while still building positive relationships with the athletes. Instant Ice is proud to partner with PBATS® (Professional Baseball Athlete Trainers Society) and recently wrote an article...

Athletic trainers are, in many ways, the unsung heroes of any school sports program. The wide range of medical services you provide student-athletes — from preventative care and education to coordination with emergency services and rehabilitation assistance — is crucial to the success of any...

Even though training and competition are in high gear as the winter sports season gets underway, there is significant potential for treats and sweets to sneak into your diet this time of year.

We all know that sleep is important. We also all know that we could probably use more of it. But, what are the key factors of sleep for athletes? Does an athlete need more sleep than the average person? Do quantity and quality of sleep affect athletic performance? In this article, we explore some...