Beyond the Sidelines

Great athletic trainers (ATs) have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and a desire to expand their knowledge and skills. What makes a truly exceptional athletic trainer (AT)?

As an athletic trainer, you do everything in your power to reduce the risk of injury—from pre-game stretches and conditioning to post-game physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Athletes may have a love-hate relationship with rest day, but it’s important for your body’s recovery. Everyone from college athletes to marathon runners should build rest days into their training schedule. Overtraining can lead to exhaustion, sore muscles, and moodiness, which may also make...