The best way to describe any Athletic Trainer is to call them a “Jack of All Trades.” We are not there just to give out Band-Aids, get ice, give out water or fix equipment. Athletic Trainers are professionals whose responsibility is to maintain the health and safety...
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Staying Safe While Enjoying Winter Sports
We are in the peak of winter sports season! The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly caused an increase in people participating in winter sports in an effort to get outside and stay socially distant. Some may have even decided to try out a winter sport for the first time....
How to Layer when Exercising in Cold Weather
During the cold temperatures like we see in our frigid Western New York winters, being outside can be challenging. Keeping warm and protecting against the elements can be a balancing act. Being able to properly layer your clothing can help to prevent injuries that can...
Tips to Alleviate the Fear of Falling
Falling is an inevitable part of life. How many times do you see children fall as they are learning to stand and walk? As children, falling is a crucial part of learning how to move. If it weren’t for these falls, we would never learn how to balance or control our...
Tips to Alleviate the Fear of Falling
Falling is an inevitable part of life. How many times do you see children fall as they are learning to stand and walk? As children, falling is a crucial part of learning how to move. If it weren’t for these falls, we would never learn how to balance or control our...
The Difference in Running Surfaces
Different surfaces absorb and send back forces in different ways. In the warm weather months, the opportunity to get outside and exercise is high. There are many different surface options to choose from, each of which can affect the intensity and effort put forth in a...