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Treating the Athlete

16TheArtofARTSince discovering Active Release Techniques (ART), this author has learned to better assess soft tissue injuries and expedite return to play.By Bradley Pike

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24FuelingThroughFluidsFrom protein mixes to hydration beverages to recovery drinks, there are many options available in fluid form to boost athletes’ performance.By Kristin Maki

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35AimingHigherWhen athletes are interested in using an outside facility for strength training, how should you respond?By P.J. Gardner

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49StrengthinUnityTeamwork takes practice. That’s why Kansas State University’s Director of Strength and Conditioning focuses on team building during workouts.By Chris Dawson

Bulletin Board 5 Concussion symptoms give clues about recovery … D-III approves sickle cell testing … Playing for fun defends against overuse … Soccer players’ muscle responses differ by position.

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8 Bob Marley University of Texas Heath Science Center at Houston

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An educational component of Division III’s rule makes it unique from Divisions I and II. All D-III athletes are required to be educated about the condition, even if they’re not at risk. It is the NCAA’s hope that this component will ease student-athletes’ fears about the ramifications of a positive test. Contrary to some athletes’ beliefs, those who carry the sickle cell trait are not barred from athletic participa-tion. Instead, athletic trainers and coaches can take steps to properly manage the condition that will allow athletes to continue in their sport.

To help defray testing costs, the Division III Presidents Council authorized a one-time allocation of $220,000, award-ing each school $500. The additional funding augments a deal the NCAA has struck with Quest Diagnostics, a national lab service, to provide testing and results in a timely fashion at a reduced rate. The NCAA estimates that for as low as $8.50 (and up to $32.50 depending on the process), a student- athlete’s results can be available in a matter of days.

For more information about the sickle cell trait, the test-ing process, and educating student-athletes, go to: www.ncaa.org and search “sickle cell.”

To read a T&C article written by Scott Anderson, ATC, Head Athletic Trainer at the University of Oklahoma, about testing student-athletes for the sickle cell trait, search “Testing for SCT” at: www.Training-Conditioning.com.

Warding Off Overuse

Numerous studies have found that sport specialization may increase an athlete’s risk of injury, especially overuse in-juries. New research presented at the Society for Tennis Medicine and Science meeting, and the United States Ten-nis Association-Tennis Medicine & Injury Prevention Confer-ence has found that the solution may be as simple as having athletes spend more time playing various recreational sports for fun in a non-organized setting.

Researchers from Loyola University (Ill.) studied the records of 618 young athletes who were treated at the Loyola Univer-sity Health System and Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chi-cago clinics for various injuries. For comparison, they also included 273 uninjured athletes who were seen for sports physicals. This pool of 891 athletes included 124 who played tennis, 74 of whom participated in tennis exclusively.

The injured athletes who played tennis exclusively spent an average of 12.6 hours per week participating in organized tennis and 2.4 hours per week playing other sports in a recre-ational setting. The uninjured tennis players spent an average of 9.7 hours per week playing tennis and 4.3 hours per week playing various sports for fun. “Our findings suggest that more participation in a variety of unorganized sports and free play

Predicting Concussion Recovery

Using a national high school athlete injury database, research-ers have identified specific concussion symptoms that, when present at initial injury, predict the athlete will struggle with concussive symptoms for longer than one week. Their study appeared in the January issue of Brain Injury.

Researchers from the University of Washington, Harbor-view Injury Prevention and Research Center, Seattle Chil-dren’s Research Institute, and the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that drowsiness, nausea, and difficulty concentrating at the time of the concussion were associated with lingering symptoms for athletes in all sports. For football players specifically, sensitivity to light and noise was associated with a longer recovery. And for male athletes, amnesia was associated with lasting symptoms. Loss of consciousness did not play a role in prolonged symptoms.

In addition, the study found that athletes in all sports who displayed more than three concussion symptoms at the time of injury were at double the risk for the injury to linger for more than a week. And for football players only, a history of prior concussion put them at twice the risk for symptoms to continue past the one-week mark.

The findings could have an impact on return to play guide-lines following a concussion. “The medical community is becoming more aware that concussions may not be a minor injury and may result in prolonged symptoms,” Sara Chrisman, MD, an adolescent medicine fellow at UW and lead author of the study, said in a press release. “This is a step towards devel-oping evidence-based return to play guidelines.”

To view a summary of the study, search its title, “Risk fac-tors for concussive symptoms 1 week or longer in high school athletes,” at: http://informahealthcare.com/loi/bij.

Division III Passes Sickle Cell Legislation

NCAA Division III schools will begin testing athletes for the sickle cell trait this fall, joining their counterparts in Division I and II. The rule requiring testing was approved at the NCAA Convention in January and goes into effect Aug. 1, when in-coming student-athletes will be tested. Schools are required to finalize confirmation of sickle cell trait status for the rest of their student-athletes no later than the 2014-15 academic year.

Division III schools can confirm the sickle cell trait sta-tus of student-athletes in one of two ways: Athletes can be tested or provide documentation of a previous test. They can also choose to sign a waiver declining to be tested. If an athlete chooses the third option, the school is required to educate that athlete about the condition and possible rami-fications of not being tested.

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may be protective of injury, particularly among tennis players,” Neeru Jayanthi, MD, Associate Professor at Loyola and Medi-cal Director of the school’s athletic center and primary care sports medicine facility, said in a press release.

Position Determines Muscle Response

A study published in the December issue of the Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology found that soccer play-ers’ muscle responses differ depending on the position they play. The authors, from the University of Vigo in Spain, concluded that their findings—and the measuring technique they used—may be able to help players optimize their train-ing and recovery process.

The researchers used tensiomyography, a non-invasive method of neuromuscular assessment, to measure the rec-tus femoris and biceps femoris of 78 professional soccer players. (The players’ average age was 26.6 years old, aver-age weight was 75.8 kilograms, and average height was 179.2 centimeters.) The following tensiomyography mea-surements were taken after the players had two days of rest with no practices or training sessions:• Maximal displacement• Contraction time• Sustain time

• Delay time• Half-relaxation time.While no significant differences were found in the play-

ers’ biceps femoris, significant differences were observed between contraction time, sustain time, and half-relaxation time in the players’ rectus femoris muscles based on their playing position. Central defenders and goalkeepers showed lower contraction time when compared to side defenders. “This is because central defenders and goalkeepers need higher levels of explosive force in the knee extension muscles to jump, stop, and head the ball effectively,” Ezequiel Rey, PhD, a Professor in Vigo’s Physical Education department and lead researcher, told Medical News Today.

The tensiomyography technique allowed researchers to “obtain information on the acute and chronic effects of training on a muscular level, prevent injuries, detect muscle imbalance and muscular asymmetry, and assess the state of muscle fatigue after training,” Rey added. “[The study] provides values that can be used when prescribing the training loads in elite football and to reduce the risk of injury in the different specific positions.”

To view the abstract of the study, search its title, “Tensio-myography of selected lower-limb muscles in professional soccer players,” at: www.sciencedirect.com.

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Announcing our 2013 Winner

Bob Marley University of Texas

Health Science Center at Houston

coaches, and colleagues. For those reasons and more, Training & Conditioning is proud to present Robert “Bob” Marley with our 2013 Most Valuable Athletic Trainer Award, sponsored by Sports Health.

“No matter what role he’s filling, or where he’s working, Bob just makes things happen,” says Woods, who nominat-ed Marley for the award. “He is a consummate professional who wins people over with a disarming charm and an ability to connect with them interpersonally. If you met him for the first time, you’d think, ‘This is a great guy.’

“I have never heard anyone say a negative thing about Bob and I’ve never heard him say anything derogatory about anyone else,” Woods continues. “He’s very positive in his approach and that manner is infectious.”

Woods, who is an NATA Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer and member of the Southwest Athletic Trainers’ As-sociation (SWATA) Hall of Fame, has known Marley for more than 30 years. “I’ve worked with the NATA and SWATA for a long time, and everything Bob does stacks up with what I’ve seen from the best leaders in those organizations,” says Woods. “However, he doesn’t stand in front of the cameras with his chest out—he works behind the scenes to advance and promote our profession.”

As part of his day job with UTHealth, Marley travels 900 to

The Greater Houston Athletic Trainers’ Society (GHATS) puts on an athletic training student workshop every year, and it was Andy Dekaney High School’s turn to host it two years ago. Head Athletic Trainer Thomas Woods, MS, MEd, LAT, ATC, wanted to do something excit-ing for the students and had the idea to get one or two members of a helicopter medical crew to give a presentation.

As many athletic trainers in Houston do when they have a question, problem, or new idea, Woods turned to Bob Marley, MA, ATC, LAT, CSCS, Senior Outreach Athletic Trainer in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Marley sits on the GHATS Advisory Council and more importantly to Woods, he is someone who will take a suggestion and run with it.

“When I told Bob my idea, he smiled and said, ‘Let me see what I can do,’” says Woods. “Not only did the whole crew show up, they came in a Life Flight helicopter, landing it at the school, which really wowed the kids and was much more than I expected. But if anybody could get something like that done, it’s Bob.”

For Marley, it’s all in a day’s work. His passion for athletic training has led him to be a leader among his peers, a trust-ed professional among every student-athlete and coach he works with, and a steward for the profession. Known as an approachable and unassuming athletic trainer, he has fash-ioned a career out of going the extra mile for his athletes,

Nominations for the inaugural Most Valuable Athletic Trainer Award were plentiful and impressive. But one athletic trainer rose above the rest.

By R.J. AndeRson

R.J. Anderson is an Assistant Editor at Training & Conditioning. He can be reached at: [email protected].

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training students choosing athletic training as their college major and career.”

Marley’s athletic training expertise expands beyond the many high schools he serves. On Sundays in the fall, you can find him working the sidelines for the NFL’s Houston Texans, providing athletic training support during home games and certain away games. He also works the team’s preseason training and mini camps.

Somehow, Marley finds time to be an Adjunct Professor and Co-Coordinator of the Athletic Training Education Pro-gram at Houston Baptist University, where he began his ath-letic training career in 1982 after graduating from Michigan State University with a master’s degree in physical educa-tion and a specialization in sports medicine. He spent seven years at HBU, leaving as the school’s Head Athletic Trainer in 1989 when it chose to de-emphasize athletics and leave NCAA Division I. Since 2002, Marley has also taught cours-es in HBU’s School of Nursing and Allied Health.

With so many roles and responsibilities in the Houston

1,000 miles a week, providing sports medicine services to 22 school districts in 10 counties. It is the only access most of the rural schools have to a sports medicine professional. In addition to his hands-on work, Marley develops profes-sional and community education seminars, provides medi-cal coverage for special events, and assists UTHealth’s Memorial Hermann Ironman Sports Medicine Institute Out-reach Program.

Since 1989, Marley has also been a contract Athletic Trainer for Needville (Texas) High School, where he pro-vides daily athletic training services and covers most home athletic contests, as well as all football games. In addition, he oversees the school’s student athletic training program—which he started his first year there—and instructs the coaching staff in CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.

“Bob goes above and beyond with everything he does here,” says Needville Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Jamie Valentine. “He is by far the hardest working person I know. I have no idea how he balances everything and is still able to positively affect so many people each and every day.

“Even though we keep him extremely busy throughout the year, he still finds time to develop positive relationships with our athletes, coaches, district employees, and the entire com-munity,” Valentine continues. “There are not many phones in our district that do not have Bob’s number on speed dial.”

Valentine says that Marley’s knowledge of injuries and re-hab is second to none and he always puts the athletes first. “It amazes me that Bob can know exactly what is wrong and how to fix it with just a couple of questions and a few simple tests,” he says. “And it’s not unusual to see him perform re-hab on some of our injured athletes while getting paperwork ready for game workers and officials. On top of that, he al-ways makes time for anyone from our community or staff who has a question or minor injury that needs attention. And of course, he’s constantly taping and stretching athletes as they trickle into the athletic training room.”

Marley has also had a big impact on Needville’s future generations of athletic trainers. “Our student athletic train-ing program has grown to be one of the best, if not the best, in the entire state,” Valentine says. “Bob is a tremendous mentor and teacher, which has led to several of our athletic

Award Criteria

The Most Valuable Athletic Trainer Award, sponsored by Sports Health, was created to honor high school athletic trainers who have become MVPs by going above and beyond their job duties.

The criteria for the award includes the following:

• Works with high school athletes

• Has earned the respect of coaches they work with and student-athletes they care for

• Goes beyond their job description to support student-athletes

• Puts in extra effort to make the athletic training program the best it can be

• Serves the local or larger community through community service.

High school athletic trainers are often the unsung heroes of interscholastic sports and many work countless hours to help young people become the best they can be. We are excited to honor professionals who put their heart and soul into helping student-athletes on a daily basis.

“No matter what role he’s filling, or where he’s working, Bob just makes things happen. He is a consummate professional who wins people over with a disarming charm and an ability to connect with them interpersonally.”

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“When I started working with the ru-ral schools, I realized I kept telling coaches the same things over and over,” he says. “So I came up with a couple of booklets that provide infor-mation on certain topics. They cover everything from hamstring and quad strains to criteria for pulling an ath-lete out of an activity. I tried to make things very basic by including clear diagrams and concise descriptions for best practices.”

Every day Marley also works in a trip to Needville, either in the morning or afternoon depending on his driv-ing itinerary and the schools’ game schedules. “It’s not unusual for me to cover a contest at one school on Thursday night, be at Needville on Friday, then cover another game at another school on Saturday.”

And that workload is only the start of how Marley helps others. He strongly believes in the power of connecting people, and in his 30-plus years as an athletic trainer in the Houston area, he has accumulated a sizable digi-tal Rolodex that he uses to share in-formation, help colleagues find jobs, and more.

Many of his contacts are organized into e-mail lists. One includes 725 names and caters to athletic trainers in Southeast Texas while another in-cludes about 500 athletic trainers in and around the Houston area. He also has a list of high school and college coaches in the greater Houston area (Marley is a member of the Texas High School Coaches Association and the Greater Houston Football Coaches Association, serving on its Executive Board of Directors since 2003) that he uses to disseminate information about sports medicine issues and new practices.

“With the athletic trainer lists, if somebody tells me they’re looking for an athletic trainer for an event or they have a job opening, I forward it to my list,” Marley says. “Or, if a certain ath-letic trainer is looking for a job and I’m alerted to an opening, I can recom-mend that person right away.”

our doctors. If that athlete has already seen one, I’ll provide follow-up care and let the doctor know how that ath-lete is doing. If they don’t need to see a doctor, I’ll get them started on a re-hab protocol.

“It’s neat because those mini clinics have grown over the years to where players’ families, the school’s staff, and even guys who work at the grain elevator down the street will come in for an evaluation if they’re hurt,” Mar-ley adds. “It’s become more than just

a high school outreach program. It’s now more of a community outreach program.”

Because his on-site time is so lim-ited, Marley encourages coaches to call him anytime they have questions or concerns, and he has created pam-phlets that help coaches assess com-mon injuries and provide initial care.

area, Marley’s weekly schedule is a geographical puzzle, but that’s how he likes it. “When you have a passion for something it’s easier to be organized,” he says. “If I didn’t love what I’m doing, I probably wouldn’t be as motivated to keep on top of everything. Plus, the variety is one of my favorite aspects of this job—no two days are ever the same.”

When it comes to prioritizing his duties, Marley organizes each day around his responsibilities to

UTHealth. “Every morning, I leave my house at about 6:30, travel to a hand-ful of high schools, and hold mini clin-ics to evaluate injuries,” says Marley, who visits each school once a week and occasionally provides game cov-erage when it fits his schedule. “If an athlete is injured, I schedule an appointment for them to see one of

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Other Honors & Awards

1982 Northwest Missouri State University Wall of Fame

1987 Houston Baptist University Opal Goolsby Outstanding Teacher of the Year

2004 Greater Houston Athletic Trainers’ Society (GHATS) Tom Wilson Service Award

2006 Greater Houston Football Coaches’ Association John Kelley Distinguished Service Award

2011 Southwest Athletic Trainers’ Association John Harvey Humanitarian Award

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A huge motivating factor for Mar-ley is his dedication to giving back. “Sometimes, I don’t think veteran ath-letic trainers realize how much we can help our younger colleagues,” he says. “My mentors, guys like [NATA Hall of Famer] Bobby Gunn and [SWATA Hall

Marley also works tirelessly on sharing information in a more formal way by hosting or presenting at edu-cational seminars. One such endeav-or is UTHealth’s annual “Updates in Sports Medicine Symposium,” a two-day event in June featuring a who’s who of local speakers that Marley hosts at Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros. For $150, attend-ees are able to satisfy some of their athletic training certification CEU re-quirements while enjoying presenta-tions that profile the latest innovations and information related to sports health issues.

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Now, I’m just trying to pay it forward.” While he enjoys his work with

GHATS, SWATA, and the various other professional organizations he contributes to, Marley says the most rewarding elements of his job center on his work with young athletes and the impact he’s able to make on their lives. “For example, the other day I walked into a grocery store in one of the little towns I work in, and a young man who had graduated a few years earlier saw me and immediately came over. He thanked me for helping him overcome a knee injury when he was in high school,” says Marley. “He told me he was doing well, that he had gone on to play junior college base-ball, and that he appreciated every-thing I had done to help him get back on the field. When somebody remem-bers you and goes out of their way just to say thanks, it’s a great feeling.”

From being a fantastic hands-on

healthcare provider to a leader and advisor among his peers, what drives Marley to do it all? “I have a hard time saying no,” he says. “I feel like if I quit something or turn down a request, I’d be letting someone down. Plus, do-ing all of the things I’m involved with makes me feel like I’m a part of some-thing bigger, which is what I think ev-eryone wants.”

With two grown children and a granddaughter, Marley says he never would have been able to maintain a career in athletic training without the patience, understanding, and com-plete support of his family, especially his wife. “If they had been demand-ing and inflexible, there’s no way I could have made it in this profession,” he says. “I also have tried to include my family in as many work opportuni-ties as I can—it’s always better when they’re around. And when I’m home, I make sure my focus is on spending

time together.” Marley says he lives by a mantra of:

Work hard, take pride in your work, and do the right thing. “I think it’s all about the golden rule—treat peo-ple the way you want to be treated,” he says. “And if you tell somebody you’re going to do something, then do it. Dropping the ball leaves a last-ing impression.”

When it comes to lasting impres-sions, Woods says the positive im-print Marley leaves is longer than the Texas highways he travels every day. “Some people say and do little while others say and do only what is re-quired,” Woods says. “Then there is the rare individual like Bob Marley who says and does more than you could hope or expect. I consider my-self blessed to have him as a friend and colleague and I am proud that our profession has people like him lead-ing the way.” n

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Praise and praise often. When a child gives you their interpretation of what you asked of them, praise them for it. If modifications or boundaries need to be communicated, use simple cuing. For instance, a lunge walk with a pronounced forward lean at the hips can be corrected by saying, “Heads up,” “Eyes up,” or, “Reach for the sky.”Use names. Calling and praising a child by name will add tremendous value to the relationship building process and significantly increase the enjoyment your young athletes’ experience while in your care. In short, this makes coaching personal.Always keep in mind that your young athletes are still children. They need a certain amount of love, care, attention, and encouragement. One excellent way to deliver those things is by using outcome-based coaching and taking a less-restrictive approach to delivering your training.

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Since discovering Active Release Techniques (ART), this author has learned to better assess soft tissue injuries and expedite return to play.

By Bradley Pike

Bradley Pike, ATC, PT, PES, is the Head Athletic Trainer and Director of Rehabilitation Services at Syracuse University. He is also the Owner of Championship Physical Therapy in Syracuse and can be reached at: [email protected].

A ll athletic trainers have been there: An athlete with chronic pain that just won’t seem to

dissipate completely. For me, it was just last year when a male rower came into our athletic training room at Syracuse University complaining of chronic lower back pain on his right side. Though he was able to complete all required rowing, long sessions were resulting in significant pain.

It wasn’t severely affecting his per-formance in competition, but it had come to the point where the rower’s pain was consistently lasting longer into the evening with each successive practice until he had low back pain all the time. I assessed the rower and not-ed lumbar dysfunction and associated multifidus atrophy.

The next step was figuring out how to get him pain-free and back to full functionality as soon as possible. Conventional care of heat, ice, elec-

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trical stimulation, stretching, and re-strengthening exercises provided some relief, but the condition was not rem-edied. What other modes of care could possibly be used?

Enter Active Release Techniques (ART), a patented soft tissue mobiliza-tion system steadily gaining in popu-

larity throughout the sports medicine profession. ART is a treatment ap-proach designed to give clinicians the ability to assess and treat soft tissue injuries. In a nutshell, the technique allows the clinician to identify what is impaired (muscle, nerve, tendon, or fascia) while providing expedited relief of the soft tissue restriction.

In my 25 years as an athletic trainer, I have never used a technique that has

had more immediate results and better functional outcomes than ART. This is a treatment system that shows no signs of going anywhere but into more athlet-ic training rooms in the years to come.

DISCOVERING ARTA few years ago, I was seeking differ-

ent ways to add to my “tool box” of care for the athletes at Syracuse. When speaking about treating athletic inju-ries with my professional colleagues, ART was becoming a more frequent conversation topic.

For example, Denny Kellington, ATC, Head Athletic Trainer for Foot-ball, was a new addition to the Syra-cuse athletic training staff in 2005. During internships with the Denver

Broncos Denny had some firsthand ex-posure to ART with its creator, Col-orado-based chiropractor P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. Denny explained the positive results Dr. Leahy would see after applying the technique to the players on the team, including the res-olution of flexibility restrictions due to muscle strain and reduced swelling from various injuries.

Then, during the 2005-06 men’s bas-ketball season, I witnessed ART’s ef-fects firsthand when our best player suffered a groin strain. I tried many different treatments and was able to reduce his symptoms enough so that he was able to play at 80 percent. This was a huge improvement of course, but I needed something to help resolve the remaining 20 percent.

A local orthopedic surgeon and Syr-acuse alumnus called and asked me if I had considered ART. He told me he had seen positive functional out-comes by referring some of his pa-tients for ART treatments. I sought out Dale Buchberger, MS, PT, DC, CSCS, DACBSP, a Syracuse area chi-ropractor and physical therapist who

Following just one ART treatment, we saw the player’s functional movement improve. Subsequent ART treatments,

along with a core activation and stabilization program, helped the athlete gain that last 20 percent of function.

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has been certified in ART for many years and served as an ART instruc-tor. Dale assisted me in caring for our basketball athlete by evaluating him, helping me come up with a new out-line for his treatment, and performing ART treatments on him.

Following just one ART treatment, we saw the player’s functional move-ment improve. Subsequent ART treat-ments, along with a core activation and stabilization program, helped the athlete regain that last 20 percent of function. I was immediately impressed and started looking into making ART an additional mode of care I could in-corporate into my repertoire.

HOW DOES IT WORK?ART is a soft tissue management sys-tem that has been developed over the past 25 years by Dr. Leahy. He noticed early in his career that many of his chi-ropractic patients’ symptoms seemed to be related to changes in their soft tissue. By experimenting with how his patients’ muscles, fascia, tendons, liga-ments, and nerves responded to specif-ic soft tissue manipulation techniques,

he came up with different muscle, liga-ment, and nerve entrapment protocols that make up the ART system.

ART can resolve or offer relief from many common conditions in athletes, including tendon strains and ligament sprains, by restoring normal ligament mobility and elasticity. Scar tissue and

muscle adhesions that restrict mobil-ity and elasticity are the body’s nor-mal response to a soft tissue injury, and through ART, they can be broken down to prevent or reduce hindrance to range of motion, strength, and func-tion. For muscle strains, ART can help with the sliding that occurs between the impaired muscle and its adjacent tissue. Nerve compression injuries, which can become disabling to an ath-

lete and often result in surgery, may be treated through ART as it assists in the reduction of nerve entrapment.

The length of an ART session is de-pendent on the number of ART proto-cols a clinician chooses to employ. A typical treatment session lasts an hour. The ART portion typically lasts 10 to

15 minutes, and the rest of the time is spent on the application of moist heat or ice, flexibility and range of mo-tion work, and/or strengthening exer-cises. I like our athletes to warm up (preferably actively) and work on some flexibility, then I administer the active release protocols. Warming up first al-lows for the reduction of adhesions and remodeling of the scar tissue be-fore the ART portion so strengthening

After determining the depth of the tissue, the clinician applies tension to the athlete’s muscle, tendon, or ligament, and the athlete either moves through active range of motion or is assisted passively through that motion by another person.

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and functional training can be more efficient. There are more than 500 ART protocols, including 13

different contact methods. Contacts range from a single thumb—the most common contact—to all five fingers. For more consistent tension, the clinician may use the opposite hand as backup support.

After determining the depth of the tissue, the clinician applies tension to the athlete’s muscle, tendon, or ligament, and the athlete either moves through active range of motion or is assisted passively through that motion by another per-son. This is known as a “pass,” and the number of passes is directly correlated to the size of the area. A typical soft tissue injury requires three to fives passes. The degree of tension application is determined by the depth of the tissue and the type of tissue being treated. Fascia requires more tension and nervous tissue requires less. The clinician must be careful to not provide too much tension to the tissue to avoid compressing it, thereby restricting active or passive movement of the muscle.

ART is also used as an assessment tool. In fact, a typical

ART session is a combination of assessment and treatment. First, the clinician uses his or her hands to evaluate the tex-ture, tightness, and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. When scar tissue or muscle adhesions are detected, the clinician uses specific movements and di-rects tension accordingly to break it up.

In addition to being used as part of an evaluation and treat-ment plan, ART can also be used for maintenance or as a performance-enhancing tool. ART tends to be most popular among track and field athletes and triathletes because of their rate of overuse injuries.

For athletes especially, an ART session should be conduct-ed before a workout whenever possible. It is very important that some type of activity, whether it is a strength training session, team practice, or a game, be completed after the ART session because it helps facilitate the improved range of motion realized through treatment.

Positive results can be expected immediately following an athlete’s first ART session. Results could range from a reduc-tion in pain to increased range of motion and flexibility. Over time, many athletes also see strength gains as a byproduct of ART. By releasing the muscles of any scar tissue or adhesions, they can be activated more efficiently and strength training is less painful.

CERTIFICATION PROCESSThere are three ART certification courses: spine, upper ex-tremity, and lower extremity. A clinician can be certified in one, two, or all three areas, and the courses can be com-pleted in any order. If you care for your school’s track team, it would be prudent to obtain the lower body ART certifica-tion first. If you care for your school’s baseball team, then

It is very important that some type of activity, whether it is a strength training

session, team practice, or a game, be com-pleted after the ART session because it helps

facilitate the improved range of motion.

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perhaps upper body ART is the first course to take.

Each certification course consists of a three- to four-day hands-on mod-ule. Dr. Leahy attends every course and participates in the trainings as an instructor and resident expert. All in-structors are full body certified (have

attended all three ART certification courses). ART courses are held monthly throughout most of the United States, Canada, Europe, and East Asia.

There are many highlights to the cer-tification courses, including the teach-ing method. The protocols are initially taught to the entire group, which ranges from 45 to 90 people, then the class is broken down into small groups of six to eight students and two instructors. The

protocol is reintroduced in this small group setting and the technique is rein-forced through repetitive practice.

One of the biggest skills instructed and emphasized in the courses is the palpation skill or “touch” of the cli-nician. The development of the clini-cian’s touch is paramount in assessing

soft tissue and making the correct di-agnosis before developing the appro-priate treatment outline. Discussions between the different disciplines (chi-ropractors, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and massage therapists) at-tending the course are plentiful and helpful in this area.

Certifications last for one year, so each clinician at any level of certifica-tion needs to recertify annually. There

are special sections available in the spine and extremity courses for clini-cians who are recertifying. These cli-nicians typically only attend 12 hours of the three- to four-day course for re-certification.

Full body certified clinicians are af-forded the opportunity to enhance their knowledge through additional classes, including a biomechanics course and/or a nerve entrapment course. Though these additional courses are not re-quired, they are extremely helpful in becoming proficient in the assessment and treatment of impaired soft tis-sue. I have taken the nerve entrapment course, and it changed the way I evalu-ate upper and lower extremity issues.

If a clinician has full body certifica-tion, he or she can recertify through a Master’s course or take an online course. I have participated in both courses and found them to be valuable. During a Master’s course, the clinician spends a few hours with Dr. Leahy in a small group setting, and the online course is streamed live from corporate headquarters in Colorado and allows time for questions and answers.

ART has improved my soft tissue assessment and evaluation skills and made me more proficient in anatomy.

The technique has allowed me to effectively evaluate injuries and differentiate between tendon pathology and nerve root adherence or compression within the muscle.

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The only potential downside to the ART certification courses is the cost, as each one is $2,100. I was fortunate to have the support of Tim Neal, MS, ATC, our Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, who developed a proposal to get our full-time staff mem-bers certified in ART and submitted it to the administration. Our Athletic Di-rector, Dr. Daryl Gross, recognized the added benefit, and our staff began the ART certification process.

GETTING RESULTSART has improved my soft tissue as-sessment and evaluation skills and made me more proficient in anatomy. The technique has allowed me to ef-fectively evaluate injuries and differ-entiate between tendon pathology and nerve root adherence or compression within the muscle.

Prior to my ART training, I followed standard evaluation protocols and would assess range of motion, ligament integrity, strength, any tenderness, and functionality. But since I have become ART certified, I take much more time evaluating soft tissue. I appreciate the texture of tissue, ligament mobility, and whether the muscles are sliding appro-priately. For example, nerve compres-

sion injuries frequently mimic muscle strains or overuse injuries, so nerve glid-ing and nerve root impingement testing are always included in my exams.

My treatment and rehabilitation pro-tocols have become more functionally based and efficient, and time-loss inju-ries have even been reduced. Overall, my ART certification has assisted me in providing a higher level of hands-on care for our athletes at Syracuse.

Do you remember the rower at the beginning of this article? I implement-ed ART into his treatment plan and we saw great results. In addition to chiro-practic care and a strengthening pro-gram, I used ART protocols to work

on his flexibility restrictions and the muscle gliding issues he was experienc-ing in the multifidus, piriformis, ham-strings, psoas, and iliacus. I also used ART on the dorsal sacral ligament and sacrotuberous ligament to address his mobility issues.

With the exception of the psoas and iliacus, which are treated with a broad, soft-finger contact, I mostly treated with a single thumb contact. In this approach, the muscle to be treated is shortened, tension is ap-plied, and the athlete actively moves

in the opposite direction to lengthen the muscle.

By the end of the season, about 10 weeks after we started ART, the row-er was no longer experiencing lumbar dysfunction or associated multifidus atrophy. He was able to row symmetri-cally without listing to the side. And most importantly, he was pain-free. n

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he days of simply refilling the team’s water bottles for games and practices have faded as a variety of beverages to help athletes perform at their best have entered the market. In this article, we’ll take you through some of the options that

are currently available, so you’ll be better able to help your athletes prep for their games, outlast the competition, and recover quickly.

CeraSportCeraSport is the only rice-based hydration and performance drink. CeraSport quickly and effectively restores essential salts and fluids lost in sweat due to exercise, fever, or heat stress. It prevents dehydration, without the cramping and nausea caused by many sugar-based sports drinks. This allows ath-letes to perform better and stay healthy.

CeraSport was developed with help from physicians at ma-jor medical institutions. Its patented rice syrup blend contains short, medium, long and very long chains of carbohydrate. It also uses natural rice or rice-syrup solids instead of simple sug-

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ars to deliver electrolytes lost in sweat. “Coaches and athletic trainers

should know that CeraSport is glu-ten free, it has natural flavors, and no simple sugars are added,” says Char-lene Riikonen, President and Chief Ex-ecutive Officer of Cera Products, Inc., makers of CeraSport. “Our products are absorbed quickly to provide both the hydration and the energy athletes need for performance.”

CeraSport comes in large mix pouch-es that will make 2.5 gallons of drink in berry and orange flavors. Individual serving size packets designed to mix into a 500 ml water bottle are available in berry, citrus, and fruit punch flavors. In addition, CeraSport Citrus is avail-able in 500 ml ready-to-drink boxes.

CeraSport recently introduced a new formulation called CeraSport EX1 for individuals who sweat a lot or are in high-stress situations. This includes football players going through pre-season training camps in the dog days of summer.

“We developed this product with help from military physicians in Iraq, where temperatures were over 120 degrees Fahrenheit,” Riikonen says. “The major

difference between the two products is that CeraSport EX1 has half of the rice-based carbohydrate and nearly double the amount of electrolytes compared to CeraSport.” CeraSportEX1 comes in lime, orange, and pomegranate flavors.

The original CeraSport is best used for endurance events and training regi-mens where carbohydrate consumption before, during, and after activity is es-sential to help maintain blood sugar and prevent fatigue. This includes long distance running, triathlons, long dis-tance cycling, backpacking, adventure races, or other physical activities that last over 60 minutes.

CeraSport EX1 is slated for shorter events or bouts of physical activity in hot and humid environments, such as those experienced in football, soccer, baseball, short or middle distance track

events, field events, golf, and tennis. In these conditions sweat rate increases, and a stronger electrolyte replacement is needed, so CeraSport EX1 has 200 mg of sodium and 100mg of potassium per eight ounce serving.

“Replacing water and salt due to sweat loss is a critical concern to per-sons who are exercising vigorously,” says David Sack, MD, Professor at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. “CeraSport and CeraSport EX1 maximize absorp-tion without paying the osmotic penalty associated with other sports drinks that have excessive concentrations of simple sugars. CeraSport and EX1 fulfill the description of an optimal sports drink.”

EAS SportS NutritioNIn an effort to help athletes meet their

full potential, Abbott’s EAS Sports Nu-trition brand has developed a line of science-based performance nutrition powders, shakes, and bars, many of which feature Revigor, a source of HMB (calcium beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate) that stimulates muscle protein synthesis and decreases muscle protein breakdown. EAS also produces

specially formulated carbohydrate and protein blends to help deliver needed nutrients to fatigued muscles immedi-ately after training or competition.

“Nutrition to enhance athletic per-formance involves not only what to eat, but when to eat it,” says Keith Wheeler, PhD, FACSM, Global Director of Per-formance Nutrition at Abbott. “When athletes don’t consume important nutri-ents in the right ratios at the right time, they deplete their bodies and compro-mise their ability to perform. The new EAS recovery products are scientifically formulated to rapidly replenish muscles with needed nutrients after a workout.”

This group of products includes op-tions for athletes at all levels and for all sports. The EAS Recovery Protein Powder has a two-to-one ratio of car-bohydrates to protein and includes 1.5

grams of Revigor to reduce exercise-associated muscle damage. Revigor is also included in EAS’ Myoplex Original ready-to-drink shake that also has 42 grams of protein.

Meanwhile, with 100 calories and 15 grams of protein, EAS Lean 15 Protein Powder is geared for those who want to get lean and toned. For a ready-to-drink option that has one gram—or less—of sugar, the EAS AdvantEdge Carb Con-trol shake is also available in a variety of flavors, with 17 grams of protein in-cluded to help achieve lean body goals.

“There are many misconceptions about how to optimize workout results, especially when it comes to post-work-out nutrition,” says Amanda Carlson-Phillips, MS, RD, CCSD, Vice President of Nutrition and Research for Athletes’ Performance and EAS Academy board member and advisor. “It comes down to reframing the way we think about nutrition and understanding that how you fuel your body after working out is as essential as exercise itself.

“Many athletes believe that consum-ing calories, particularly carbohydrates, after a workout is a bad thing,” she continues. “Actually, your body needs calories—especially carbohydrates and protein—to restore energy, build strength, and improve lean body mass post workout.”

The EAS Sports Nutrition line of products aims to fit those needs, even for calorie- and carbohydrate-conscious users, by including a scientifically backed blend of ingredients. Along with its nutritional content, the EAS line is tested for banned substances and certi-fied as safe by independent laboratories.

GAtorAdE For nearly 50 years, Gatorade and the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI) have created products based on science and athlete feedback to help achieve optimum athletic outcomes. GSSI studies elite athletes from a wide variety of sports to better understand both their science-based needs and de-sires to improve their performance.

Recently, Gatorade has expanded its global footprint by launching products in Canada, Australia, Mexico, Brazil, and the United Kingdom. The compa-ny has also opened GSSI satellite labs at IMG Academies in Florida and at Loughborough University in the U.K. With these additions, the company will

“There are many misconceptions about how to optimize workout results, especially when it comes to post-work-

out nutrition. It comes down to reframing the way we think about nutrition and understanding that how you fuel your body after working out is as essential as exercise itself.”

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be able to continuously improve its of-ferings.

“Science is at the foundation of ev-erything we do,” says Jim Garofalo, Director of Marketing for the GSSI. “With it, we hope to improve the per-formance of athletes and protect their safety. We work with our partners on the high school, collegiate, and pro-fessional levels to gather unique per-spectives on athlete needs and use this information to better serve them through sports fuel.”

This year, Gatorade re-launched the flavor Frost, which has a light, crisp taste and the same hydration benefits of Gatorade Thirst Quencher. While Frost has been around since 1997, Gatorade also has a variety of other flavors with specific taste profiles to meet athletes’ needs.

The company has also added two new sports fueling solutions to its line: Gatorade Prime Energy Chews and Ga-torade Recover Protein Shake. These offerings contain the ingredients needed for optimum performance and are easy to consume when they are needed.

The Gatorade Prime Energy Chews

offer fuel in a convenient form, giving athletes the energy they need to con-sume for training or competition. These new chews come in three flavors: cool blue, fruit punch, and orange.

With 20 grams of protein, the Ga-torade Recover Protein Shake delivers an effective amount of protein with essential amino acids needed to help support muscle rebuilding after train-ing or competition. This ready-to-drink shake is available in chocolate and vanilla.

Both of these new innovations sup-port Gatorade’s effort to provide dif-ferent products for different types of athletes and to offer functional benefits designed for their athletic needs. As the market grows and research expands, Gatorade’s products will continue to hold its position in the sports fuel cat-egory by providing athletes with the products and services that help them perform at their best.

Klean Isolate Backed by more than 50 years of sci-ence from Douglas Laboratories, the Klean Athlete line consists of seven nu-

tritional supplements that were created to provide a safe and effective foun-dation for athletes to perform at their best. Klean Isolate, a pure whey protein powder that can be added to water or other beverages, is part of this line.

“Klean Isolate by Klean Athlete is a new whey protein isolate added to the sports market,” says Andrew Halpner, PhD, Vice President of Prod-uct Development and Technical Ser-vices at Douglas Laboratories. “The Klean Athlete line was created to pro-vide a safe nutritional foundation for athletes to live healthy, train smart, and compete at the highest possible level—Klean Athlete products are a healthy way to peak your optimal per-formance, not just enhance it.”

The 20 grams of dietary protein pro-vided by Klean Isolate supplies essential amino acids that participate in many of the body’s metabolic and physiologic systems, along with helping to rebuild muscle. Likewise, whey protein isolate contains the naturally occurring elec-trolytes sodium and potassium, which help rehydrate the body after activity. Without added sweeteners or flavors,

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Klean Isolate offers a low-sugar, low-carbohydrate option—containing one gram of each—for athletes concerned with limiting these nutrients.

“Klean Isolate is pure-whey protein isolate free of artificial flavoring or sweeteners,” says Halpner. “This al-lows you to add what you want for fla-vor, since the powder mixes easily into your favorite beverage or food.”

Klean Isolate is tested and certified by the NSF Certified for Sport Pro-gram, which provides ease of mind for athletic trainers and coaches. “This product carries the NSF mark and has undergone stringent laboratory testing to confirm content, purity, and com-pliance,” Halpner says. “The Klean Athlete formulas are made by Douglas Laboratories, which has more than 50 years of industry leading experience and is a trusted manufacturer world-wide. To ensure the highest quality products and meet the most rigorous standards, Douglas Laboratories con-trols its own manufacturing process with outstanding quality control from start to finish.”

MET-RxMET-Rx has long been a provider of

nutritional products, including protein mixes and drinks for athletes. Its line of ready-to-drink products includes high-protein, high-carb, and energy bever-ages as well as meal replacement fluids.

“MET-Rx is a premium brand for athletes regardless of their sport,” says Mark Innace, Senior Brand Manager for MET-Rx. “We have products for all workout goals and pride ourselves on our quality and customer service.”

Its Nutrition Shake Collegiate Series is a pre-mixed ready-to-drink shake that provides 18 grams of including MET-Rx’s Metamyosyn-blend. Orig-inally developed by a physician and based on metabolic research, Meta-myosyn protein is a highly bio-avail-able fuel. Available in vanilla and chocolate flavors containing 240 calo-ries and two grams of fat per serving, the Nutrition Shake Collegiate Series is designed to rapidly replenish glycogen and begin muscle recovery following a workout.

To help athletes meet daily nutri-tion needs, MET-Rx offers its Hi-Test Amino Acid Supplement in 16 ounce bottles. It contains a blend of essen-tial amino acids, including all three Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs)

in a nitrogen formulation designed to supply an athlete’s body with the es-sential protein building blocks it needs. Specially formulated for athletes, it’s available in a cherry flavor.

MET-Rx also has a broad line of drink mixes to help athletes reach their performance goals. Its Natural Whey mix, which comes in chocolate and vanilla, provides high quality ul-tra-filtered whey protein concentrate. Benefiting from state-of-the-art manu-facturing techniques, Natural Whey

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other CytoSport products while train-ing for—and competing in—top-flight events.”

To ensure the quality of its products, CytoSport controls the ingredients that are used in its manufacturing facility from start to finish. Likewise, the com-pany holds both Good Manufactur-ing Practices (GMP) Certification and GMP for Sport Certification through NSF International, an independent group that monitors products and fa-cilities for banned ingredients and good manufacturing practices.

“We will always remain true to our core values of providing high quality, well-manufactured nutritional prod-ucts and functional beverages that consumers can trust,” Cherry says. “It’s important for athletic trainers and their athletes to know that we monitor the process from raw mate-rial to finished products. We don’t merely put our label on someone else’s bottle or jug.

“We also have relationships with the top experts in many fields,” he contin-ues. “This includes sports dieticians, strength coaches, athletic trainers, and others. These professionals expect the best and trust that each product func-tions and tastes as we say it will.”

REFUEL “got chocoLatE miLk?” Everyone has seen the ads with public figures sporting milk mustaches for the popular “Got Milk?” campaign, which started 20 years ago. However, over the past year, athletes and sports medicine professionals may have also noticed the REFUEL “got chocolate milk?” multimedia campaign, spon-sored by the Milk Processors Educa-tion Program (MilkPEP). Its purpose is engaging its audience with the benefits of chocolate milk as an athletic recov-ery drink.

“Chocolate milk has what it takes to help athletes refuel and recover,” says Miranda Abney, MilkPEP Mar-keting Director. “It has nine essential nutrients that an athlete needs, includ-ing some not typically found in recov-ery drinks. Some studies suggest that drinking low-fat chocolate milk after a strenuous workout could help athletes boost power and even improve train-ing performances in their next bout of exercise.

“It has the right carbohydrate-to-pro-tein ratio shown to refuel and rebuild exhausted muscles,” she continues. “It’s

a Marketing and Sales Manager at Cy-toSport. “Muscle Milk actually tastes good while providing a precise blend of premium protein, healthy fats, good carbohydrates, and 20 vitamins and minerals in a lactose-free, gluten-free formula.

“Our products contain exactly what is stated on the label and absolutely nothing more,” he continues. “This has led over 400 collegiate athletic pro-grams, as well as numerous professional teams and world-class and profession-al athletes, to use Muscle Milk and

mUscLE miLk After starting its line with a protein-en-hanced powder, Muscle Milk—which is produced by CytoSport—has expanded its offerings to include ready-to-drink beverages, protein bars, and oatmeal. All of these protein-enhanced products are intended to help athletes and ac-tive individuals recover from workouts, competitions, and other physically tax-ing activities.

“Muscle Milk is different from simi-lar products on many levels, but first and foremost is taste,” says Luke Cherry,

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a natural source of lean protein to build muscle and has been shown to help ath-letes tone up—build lean muscle and lose fat—when compared to a carbohy-drate-based sports drink.”

Chocolate milk also naturally pro-vides electrolytes such as calcium, po-tassium, sodium, and magnesium. “These are some of the same minerals that are added to commercial recovery drinks,” Abney says. “Some research suggests milk may help you stay hydrat-ed after exercise better than some com-mercial sports drinks. Chocolate milk is a simple way to make sure your athletes recover effectively—and the science is there to back it up.”

Along with these benefits, chocolate milk is cost-effective and palatable for most athletes. As testimony to its effec-tiveness, the REFUEL “got chocolate milk?” campaign is gaining increasing support from elite athletes.

“We have several athlete spokesper-sons, as well as grassroots partner-ships with organizations such as the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series and the Ironman Triathlon,” Abney says. “I would encourage anyone to check out our Web site, gotchocolatemilk.com to learn about the science and see Hines Ward’s transition from an NFL superstar to an Ironman triathlete.”

Shamrock FarmS’ rockin’ reFuel With three different offerings, Sham-rock Farms’ Rockin’ Refuel protein- fortified beverages fit the needs of sever-al types of athletes. Made with real milk, these protein drinks pass the customer taste test while providing the nutrition athletes need to achieve their goals.

“Rockin’ Refuel makes the best tast-ing, better-for-you, protein beverages on the market,” says Blake Atkinson, a Brand Manager at Shamrock Farms. “All of our products—Intense Recovery, Muscle Recovery, and Muscle Builder—are made with real milk and natural pro-tein, and they deliver real results.”

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who want to build muscle with its 30 grams of protein.

Available in 12-ounce bottles or 11-ounce shelf-stable packages, Rock-in’ Refuel comes ready for consump-tion. The shelf-stable packages of Intense Recovery and Muscle Builder are lactose-free. For those concerned about sugar intake, Muscle Recovery contains no added sugars. Similarly, Muscle Builder offers a low-carbohy-drate option, with eight grams of net carbohydrates.

“Rockin’ Refuel isn’t another protein beverage created in a lab,” Atkinson says. “Our Intense Recovery and Mus-cle Recovery products are both made with real milk so not only do they fea-ture a two-to-one carb to protein ratio, but they also provide the great taste and essential nutrients found in milk, like calcium and vitamin D.

“And we recently launched our new Rockin’ Refuel Muscle Builder pro-tein milk beverage designed for those looking to build muscle,” he continues. “Also made with real milk, it is packed with high quality protein and only six grams of sugar.”

Along with its nutritional offerings, Rockin’ Refuel backed by several ath-letes, including NFL running back Peyton Hillis. Rockin’ Refuel Intense Recovery and Muscle Recovery are also NCAA compliant.

“Rockin’ Refuel continues to grow in popularity among professional and amateur athletes because of its great taste and high quality natural protein, which builds and rebuilds muscle,” Atkinson says. “And Intense Recovery is now the protein beverage of choice at more than 140 college and univer-sity athletic departments across the country.”

The RighT STuff The Right Stuff aimed for the moon with its formula—literally. Developed to help combat dehydration in astronauts coming back to the gravity of earth, the formula was the result of over a decade of NASA testing. Along with its use in space, athletes use The Right Stuff to optimize hydration before, during, and after even the most strenuous exercise conditions.

The liquid electrolyte concentrate is packaged in single-serve tear-top pouch-es, which allow users to easily squeeze the contents into water bottles. The for-mula does not contain carbohydrates,

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caffeine, sugar, or added colors, which differentiates it from other sports drinks on the market. During the formula’s de-velopment, research indicated that car-bohydrates can slow down the rate of absorption of electrolytes. As a result, in addition to the electrolytes in The Right Stuff, the formula includes citric acid, all-natural flavors, and a small amount of sucralose that combine to offset the saltiness, but does not contain carbo-hydrates or other sources of energy like fructose, sucrose, or guarana.

“The Right Stuff is superior to oth-er NASA-tested formulas in fighting the cramps, headaches, muscle fatigue, light headedness, and other symptoms associated with sweating, dehydration, and electrolyte loss,” says David Be-laga, President and CEO of Wellness Brands Inc., marketers of The Right Stuff. “Our formula also improves core thermoregulation, which means it pro-tects athletes’ bodies from overheating both in high-heat and high-exertion settings, and it increases athletic en-durance by over 20 percent more than other NASA-tested formulas.

“High schools and colleges across the U.S., professional teams, and Olympi-ans—including multi-medal winning sprinter Walter Dix—have integrated The Right Stuff into both their training and competition regimens,” he contin-ues. “The formula is especially ben-eficial for big crampers, heavy or salty sweaters, and athletes who struggle with their endurance.”

As far as safety is concerned, The Right Stuff does not contain any banned substances, contaminants, or heavy metals—and it is also free of common allergens such as dairy, gluten, nuts, soy, and shellfish. The Right Stuff is manufactured in an “NSF Certified for Sport” facility. n

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As strength coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapists and registered dietitians we understand the value of information and staying on the cut-

ting edge of our perspective fields. However, with the overabundance of available information and the next great training tool waiting to emerge, what can we do to capture and contain the most important informa-tion? How can we avoid this “re-invention of the wheel syndrome” that we replay over and over every time we learn about the next greatest training method or device? To answer this question we have to dissociate between methods and systems.

A method can be considered a technique, protocol, or singular way of doing something, while a system is a coordinated body of methods or components that form a singu-lar whole. Said another way, the method can be considered the tree and the system can be considered the forest. If we only prescribe to methods then we are limited to the capacity of that method to produce results, engage our clients, survive scientific rigor, and last the test of time. For example, someone who only uses kettlebells, weightlifting, or power lifting will only receive the benefit those meth-ods supply. Conversely, if we develop a system, we have principle-based training components that seamlessly integrate to create a complex whole, and it is within each training component that we apply the best training methods.

At Athletes’ Performance we have spent the last 14 years creating and perfecting our training system, and we have been teaching this system to industry profes-sionals through our Athletes’ Performance Mentorship program for the past 8 years. The goal of the Athletes’ Performance Mentorship program is to provide each par-ticipant with a training system that can house what they currently know, what they will learn through their Ath-letes’ Performance education experience, and what they will learn throughout the remainder of their career. This system allows each participant to be a better consumer of information and never again re-invent the wheel. A quality training system inevitably acts as a filter for in-formation with the output uncovering if a new method,

A method can be considered a technique, protocol, or singular way of doing something, while a system is a coordinated body of methods or components that form a singular whole.

& the evolution of Performance education training device, or piece of research will make the system better, worse, or make no change at all.

The Athletes’ Performance Mentorship series provides every participant with transparent access to the system behind the top champions in sport, military, and the cor-porate space. Through practical and applied education sessions across mindset, nutrition, movement, and recov-ery, every participant leaves with a training system that can be molded to their unique environment and evolve as our field progresses. Our goal is to provide every

participant with the most cutting-edge training tools, but at the same time provide the training toolbox to house the many tools that can be used to correct and develop the hu-man system. In the end the methods we employ are only as good as the system from which they come.

Nick Winkelman MSc, CSCS*D, USAW, USATF, is the Director of Training Systems and Education at Athletes‘ Performance. Winkelman leads the Athletes‘ Performance

Education programs in addition to providing training to the elite and professional athletes that train at Athletes‘ Performance.

Athletes‘ Performance Education programs offer the Per-formance Mentorship program teaching the integrated Athletes‘ Performance Training System, in addition to accredited education courses for rehabilitation specialists and registered dietitians.

For a complete list of courses, dates and to register, visit AthletesPerformance.com/Education.

Learn more at AthletesPerformance.com/Education | facebook.com/APEducation

By Nick Winkelman

For more information on a wide variety of nutrition topics, go to the T&C Web site: Training-Conditioning.com. There you will find articles from past issues of T&C as well as blogs and links to current news items relating to nutrition.

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As strength coaches, athletic trainers, physical therapists and registered dietitians we understand the value of information and staying on the cut-

ting edge of our perspective fields. However, with the overabundance of available information and the next great training tool waiting to emerge, what can we do to capture and contain the most important informa-tion? How can we avoid this “re-invention of the wheel syndrome” that we replay over and over every time we learn about the next greatest training method or device? To answer this question we have to dissociate between methods and systems.

A method can be considered a technique, protocol, or singular way of doing something, while a system is a coordinated body of methods or components that form a singu-lar whole. Said another way, the method can be considered the tree and the system can be considered the forest. If we only prescribe to methods then we are limited to the capacity of that method to produce results, engage our clients, survive scientific rigor, and last the test of time. For example, someone who only uses kettlebells, weightlifting, or power lifting will only receive the benefit those meth-ods supply. Conversely, if we develop a system, we have principle-based training components that seamlessly integrate to create a complex whole, and it is within each training component that we apply the best training methods.

At Athletes’ Performance we have spent the last 14 years creating and perfecting our training system, and we have been teaching this system to industry profes-sionals through our Athletes’ Performance Mentorship program for the past 8 years. The goal of the Athletes’ Performance Mentorship program is to provide each par-ticipant with a training system that can house what they currently know, what they will learn through their Ath-letes’ Performance education experience, and what they will learn throughout the remainder of their career. This system allows each participant to be a better consumer of information and never again re-invent the wheel. A quality training system inevitably acts as a filter for in-formation with the output uncovering if a new method,

A method can be considered a technique, protocol, or singular way of doing something, while a system is a coordinated body of methods or components that form a singular whole.

& the evolution of Performance education training device, or piece of research will make the system better, worse, or make no change at all.

The Athletes’ Performance Mentorship series provides every participant with transparent access to the system behind the top champions in sport, military, and the cor-porate space. Through practical and applied education sessions across mindset, nutrition, movement, and recov-ery, every participant leaves with a training system that can be molded to their unique environment and evolve as our field progresses. Our goal is to provide every

participant with the most cutting-edge training tools, but at the same time provide the training toolbox to house the many tools that can be used to correct and develop the hu-man system. In the end the methods we employ are only as good as the system from which they come.

Nick Winkelman MSc, CSCS*D, USAW, USATF, is the Director of Training Systems and Education at Athletes‘ Performance. Winkelman leads the Athletes‘ Performance

Education programs in addition to providing training to the elite and professional athletes that train at Athletes‘ Performance.

Athletes‘ Performance Education programs offer the Per-formance Mentorship program teaching the integrated Athletes‘ Performance Training System, in addition to accredited education courses for rehabilitation specialists and registered dietitians.

For a complete list of courses, dates and to register, visit AthletesPerformance.com/Education.

Learn more at AthletesPerformance.com/Education | facebook.com/APEducation

By Nick Winkelman

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A high school volleyball player looking to make an elite club team. A college football player preparing for the NFL combine. A profes-

sional athlete working on specific areas that need improvement during their off-season. With a growing number of sports training facilities opening around the country, athletes in a variety of sports are becoming increasingly aware of how these centers can help them develop speed, agility, and power.

Both national franchises and small-er, privately owned centers have been marketing their services to youth, high school, collegiate, club, professional, and Olympic athletes for years. They generally offer research-based train-ing programs created around specific sports, positions, and ages. And they all promise results.

So what should you say when an ath-lete asks you about using a local facil-ity? If you are a school’s strength coach, you may immediately balk at the idea. If you are the athletic trainer and there is no strength coach at the school, you may quickly give the athlete the go-ahead. But in either scenario, you might

P.J. Gardner, MS, ATC, CSCS, PES, is an Athletic Trainer and one of the strength coaches at Liberty High School in Colorado Springs, Colo. He has 25 years of experience designing and implementing resistance training pro-grams for athletes and can be reached at: [email protected].

By P.J. Gardner

When athletes are interested in using an outside facility for strength training, how should you respond?

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A lot of outside facilities also have great systems in place for monitor-ing progress, so athletes can see how they are improving. Few high schools and small colleges have access to elec-tronic timing, vertical jump mats, or leg press units that measure torque, but this technology is commonplace at training facilities. Athletes can also use this equipment to easily compare

their scores in the vertical jump, broad jump, T-drill, 40-yard run, and various lifts to age group norms and other lo-cal athletes who use the facility. Seeing that a rival team’s running back has a better 40-yard time can be a great motivator.

There is often better access to new programs at these facilities as well. Maybe vision training is an option, or

want to give your response some deeper thought.

THE PLUS SIDEIf you or someone else serves as a school’s strength coach, why would an athlete even consider an outside facil-ity? One reason is the facility may sim-ply be better than the school’s because it can afford to be.

An athlete can often make greater gains at a newer facility that has more modern equipment their school may not have access to. In addition, pro-fessional facilities sometimes have an indoor turf area for conditioning work during the winter, while the school gymnasium is unavailable to off- season athletes due to basketball prac-tices and games.

one of the coaches is certified in a spe-cialty area like kettlebells or suspen-sion training. Some facilities even hold combines and sponsor select athletes who use their center.

Outside facilities also employ en-tire staffs to develop programming and coach athletes through workouts. When compared to a typical high school or small college, an outside fa-cility can offer more personalized, in-dividual attention during workouts—a plus for both performance gains and athlete safety.

Finally, it can be generally refresh-ing for athletes to get out of their usual routine and enjoy a change of scenery, both literally and by changing up their training methods. In the end, this re-sults in reduced boredom and a fresh mental attitude.

POTENTIAL PITFALLSOf course there are question marks. Will the coaches at the facility do a good job? How will the athletes re-spond to the coaches? Will the facility’s programming mesh with the school’s strength and conditioning program?

While some facilities require their coaches to have certain education and/or credentials, some may not ... At minimum,

the facility’s coaches should each have an exercise physiology degree and certifications by the NSCA, NASM, and/or ACSM.

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The first step to figuring out whether a facility is a good fit for your athletes is to find out more about how it operates. If there are several options in your area, check them all out so you can contrast and compare. Open houses can be a great way to learn about a facility, but any type of visit will do. The key is to focus on the following areas:

Take a close look at the facility. Is the equipment new or well maintained and regularly inspected? Are the free weights, plyo boxes, and platforms in good shape? Look at the bungee cords, resistance bands, and other pieces of spe-cialized equipment for excessive wear, and ask how often they’re replaced. Make sure the treadmills are in good work-ing condition and all safety features work properly.

In addition, look at the facility itself. Is there enough space between platforms and weight machines? If there is indoor turf, examine it for wear and tear. Some facilities use adjacent outside areas for running and/or agility drills. Be sure the surfaces are sufficient. If an entire team is con-sidering going to the facility, make sure there’s enough room for everyone.

Observe a workout. Watch the warmup drills, order of ex-ercises, rest periods, and cooldown to make sure they com-bine to make a sound and efficient session. Look to see if the athletes are getting good instruction and if they respond to the staff. Often, a free training session is offered. Take ad-vantage of it to see how your athlete(s) respond to the staff

COST CONSIDERATIONSThe cost of training at an outside facility is some-thing a lot of athletic departments and parents wonder about. Individualized sport training pack-ages generally vary from $400 to $750, depending on length and number of sessions. A team training package usually requires a minimum number of ath-letes, but typically costs less per athlete.

If you have athletes who are interested, get a specific quote from a local facility. Can they offer a great price for a full team? Would they be will-ing to give student-athletes who are economically disadvantaged a break? The facility may also give seasonal discounts to teams or individual athletes at various times of the year.

Sometimes the facility is willing to provide a free team training package if the school reciprocates in some way, possibly through advertising opportuni-ties in its arena or game program. Or the facility’s staff could come to campus to do occasional train-ing sessions as we have done here at my school. It’s convenient for the school teams and also helps the facility create some buzz about what they have to offer.

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and if it seems like a good fit.Learn about the staff. You don’t want

to turn your athletes over to anyone who has not shown they are competent in the principles of strength and con-ditioning, so inquire about their back-ground and experience. While some facilities require their coaches to have certain education and/or credentials, some may not, so it is especially im-

portant to check this. At minimum, the facility’s coaches should each have an exercise physiology degree and certifi-cations by the NSCA, NASM, and/or ACSM.

Finally, all staff members should carry some type of liability insurance. Most facilities require this, but it’s a good idea to double-check for your ath-letes’ sake.

Ask about overall program imple-mentation. Find out about the differ-ent programs and training packages the facility offers. Look for overall training programs that last four to six weeks with the athlete training two to four days a week—two or three days for treadmill/speed work and one or two days for plyometric, agility, or resis-tance training.

WORKING TOGETHERIf everything at the facility checks out, ask about teaming up. If they truly want to help develop athletes to their fullest potential, the coaches should be open to collaborating with you. There are sever-al areas you can work together on:

Developing the training program. The programs at larger franchises are generally set and there isn’t a lot of

room for discussion with the school strength coach about changing them. However, at smaller facilities that do not use pre-established programs, there may be more flexibility. Regardless of the situation, there is no harm in telling the facility’s coach about the athlete’s goals or his or her team’s goals.

In the end, program design is a big part of a professional facility’s business, and they will implement the program-ming they feel is best for the athlete(s). As long as staff members are educat-ed and experienced in designing and implementing research-based training programs tailored to the specific en-ergy systems and physical demands of a given sport, the program should be safe and effective.

Committing to ongoing commu-nication. Ask the staff to call you or the athlete’s sport coach weekly to re-port progress and participation. You will want to know if your players are showing up or not, and you should get updates on the intensity and duration of workouts. You will also want to be alerted to any problems or concerns—especially any injuries that occur. On-

Ask the staff to call you or the athlete’s sport coach weekly to report progress and participation. You will want to know

if your players are showing up or not, and you should get updates on the intensity and duration of workouts.

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going communication is also a key to avoiding overtraining (or undertrain-ing) athletes.

Transitioning the athlete back to in-season practices and training sessions. Athletes usually go to an outside facil-ity during the off-season, so when their program is close to its conclusion, you should work with the facility’s coach to make sure the transition is seamless. If you have established a rapport, you al-ready know what the athlete has been doing. Ask the facility coach for their advice on the transition to in-season workouts.

I can tell you from personal experi-ence that partnering with an outside fa-cility can work. Although the programs here at our school are sound and effec-tive, some athletes have made further gains in their speed and agility by using outside facilities. In all of my experi-ences, the facility coaches told me they wanted to work with me and our other coaches, not take our places.

Several of our girls’ lacrosse players have gone to a facility for individual-ized training help over the summers, and two of our teams have participat-

ed in team training sessions at a pro-fessional facility. For team training, a squad of 10 to 15 players can be trained all at once in about an hour, with two coaches running the workout and su-pervising.

After a full group warmup, a typical session has each athlete rotate through treadmill training at specific speeds and grades, while the rest of the athletes sep-

arate into groups to perform plyometric drills based on their playing position and age. There is also a strength train-ing component, again based on position and age. Rest periods are monitored for efficiency and everyone gets through all of the stations in an hour.

I have also had the pleasure of as-sisting the staff at a facility here in Colorado Springs on a couple of occa-

sions. When our football team part-nered with an outside facility, the staff traveled to our campus for two morn-ings, and I was able to assist them in running a speed camp. Athletes were timed in the 10- and 40-yard runs and the T-drill. The staff also went over running mechanics and showed the coaching staff and players a variety of drills that would help them improve

their speed. Both of these examples were posi-

tive experiences for our athletes, sport coaches, and myself. We are fortunate to work with facilities that are will-ing to partner with us. The key to our success was doing our homework and making sure that maintaining effective communication was going to be a pos-sibility ahead of time. n

I can tell you from personal experience that partnering with an outside facility can work. Although the programs here at our school are sound and effective, some athletes have made fur-ther gains in their speed and agility by using outside facilities.

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Imagine: Creating a recovery beverage specifically for your school’s athletes. Appearing in an advertisement in a national magazine. Teaming with a sporting

goods manufacturer to research a new product. These scenarios are not part of the typical day for most athletic trainers and strength coaches, but they were a reality for three of them.

In this article, we hear from a col-lege strength coach, high school athletic trainer, and director of a college ath-letic training education program about how they each got involved in unique partnerships. In all three cases, their experiences started by branching out of their professional comfort zones.

If you’ve ever thought about creating your own product, promoting one, or doing research for a company, this article is a must-read.

At the University of Wisconsin, Director of Strength and Conditioning John Dettmann (right) worked with K.J. Burrington (left) from the school’s Center for Dairy Research to produce a recovery beverage.

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and this seemed like the perfect op-portunity to do so.

I began by contacting CDR Dairy In-gredient Applications Coordinator K.J. Burrington. I told her of my goal to create a recovery drink that would be delicious, while meeting NCAA supple-ment guidelines and nutritional require-ments. I had worked with K.J. and the CDR on other projects in the past, and our previous relationship helped this project get started quickly.

Next, I contacted Mike Johnson, the President of Country Ovens in Forest-ville, Wis., which sits in a well-known cherry growing region in the northeast corner of the state. I told him about my idea, and he readily agreed to provide the cherry juice for the drink and over-see sales and distribution.

From there, I connected the CDR and Country Ovens and served as a tast-er to test various batch runs the CDR produced. Those who have tried whey proteins know that achieving a pleasing flavor is challenging, and this process took several attempts.

We were also committed to making sure the product was all natural, made with 100-percent tart cherry juice and as few ingredients as possible. Often times juices are diluted with apple juice or water and we did not want to com-promise the nutritional benefits or the anti-inflammatory properties of our product by taking these cost-cutting measures. In the end, we formulated a simple drink that meets NCAA stan-dards and contains a unique balance of amino acids that aid in muscle re-covery.

The CDR normally charges compa-nies a significant fee for this type of work, but because of our relationship and the fact that the drink was being made specifically for Wisconsin ath-letes, the fee was waived during the testing phase. Country Ovens provided cherry juice free of charge during the development phase because they would be awarded distribution rights and we would purchase the final product di-rectly from them. Red Whey is now

Red Whey, a recovery drink that I helped produce for our University of Wisconsin athletes.

Combine this with the fact that I had one of the world’s best dairy re-search institutions, the Wisconsin Center for Dairy Research (CDR), less than two blocks from our ath-letic facilities, and the idea looked even better. Our Athletic Director, Barry Alvarez, has always encouraged members of the athletic department to engage campus resources and build bridges with our academic colleagues,

CREATING RED WHEYBy John Dettmann

I have long believed in the anti-inf lammatory benefits of tart cherry juice. I also know the value of whey protein in athletes’ recovery. So why

not put these two things together? This was the initial thought behind

John Dettmann is in his 24th year as Director of Strength and Conditioning at the University of Wisconsin. During his time as Head Football Strength Coach, the team played in 14 bowl games and won three Big Ten and Rose Bowl cham-pionships. He can be reached at: [email protected].

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Spat taping is common among foot-ball players, but large amounts of tape are required, and it can be difficult to remove the tape if a player sustains a lower leg injury. Under Armour, with the help of Kaminski and several oth-ers, set out to design a cleat that would eliminate the need for extra ankle sup-port via taping.

Kaminski, who is an expert in an-kle injury prevention and treatment, had input in the front-end development of the cleat but knew that he could offer Under Armour more. After giv-

ing the designers several suggestions about how to design the cleat so that it would provide proper support for the ankle, he approached Under Armour’s research and development team and of-fered to test the Brawler at Delaware’s Human Performance Laboratory.

A few months later, Under Armour

MARKET TESTINGBy Daniel Mcinerney

In the summer of 2010, Thomas Kaminski, PhD, ATC, FACSM, Professor and Director of Athletic Training Education at the University of Delaware, was

invited to an Under Armour facility in Maryland where he and several other specialists worked with shoe designers and a research and development team to

create a new cleated shoe. The product, dubbed the Brawler, was designed for football players looking for ankle stability who didn’t want to use spat taping.

available at retail stores in our areas so that Badgers fans can buy it as well.

Our athletes love Red Whey and drink it frequently. As with anything else new, we had to educate the ath-letes about the benefits, but our ath-letes are intelligent and understand our intent. They also know that as an athletic department, we always have their best interests in mind.

Although working on this project is a diversion from the typical duties of a strength and conditioning coach, it aligns with the goals we have estab-lished at Wisconsin. We want to put our athletes in the best possible posi-tion to be successful both on and off the field. In this ever-changing land-scape and constantly evolving field, we should always look for ways to do what is in the best interest of our athletes. I feel the development of this product accomplishes just that.

For more information about Red Whey, go to: www.countryovens.com.

Kaminski says research partnerships like this one are extremely valuable for athletic training students because

they are able to gain experience working in the field.

Daniel McInerney is a freelance writer. He can be reached at [email protected].

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sent a team of researchers to look at Delaware’s testing facilities and de-termine if the research they were in-terested in could be conducted there. Kaminski says that the Human Perfor-mance Lab is one of the key reasons the university was able to establish the research partnership with Under Armour. A full biomechanics labo-ratory, force plate technology, mo-tion-capture equipment, and several other methods would be employed to test the effectiveness of the cleat. The Lab’s proximity to the athletic fields would allow Kaminski and his team to conduct a wide range of tests, both in the lab and on the field in quick succession.

“The other important thing was that we had access to student- athletes,” Kaminski says. “Under Ar-mour is a sponsor of our football team, so those athletes were already familiar and comfortable with the company. I think the athletes felt it would be fun to participate. They would get to test a new product before it hit the market, and there is some intrigue and novelty associated with that.”

With the go-ahead from Under Ar-mour, Kaminski assembled a research team that included both graduate and undergraduate athletic training stu-dents. The researchers then recruited 26 athletes from the football, men’s lacrosse, and men’s rugby teams. Each athlete’s proprioception, balance, stability, laxity in the ankle, speed, strength, and agility were examined in a variety of tests—both when wearing the Brawler and when wearing Under Armour’s traditional cleat.

After compiling the data, Kaminski and his team found that the Brawler provided increased balance and more comfort. The cleat also effectively rep-licated the benefits of spat taping by decreasing laxity in the ankle, and was found to be especially effective for football linemen.

Kaminski says research partnerships like this one are extremely valuable for athletic training students because they are able to gain experience work-ing in the field. The hands-on partici-pation allowed students to familiarize themselves with testing equipment, practice data collection, and have a chance to work directly with athletes in a testing scenario.

In addition, company-funded part-nerships like this one allow the univer-

sity to participate in research studies without the need to secure grants. On a campus-wide level, the partnership draws attention to the university by showing other companies that Dela-ware is capable of conducting extensive research in the Human Performance Lab and strengthens the university’s goal of promoting a connection be-tween education and industry.

Under Armour benefited by receiv-ing valuable information about its product from Kaminski and his team. The company ended up using some of

the study data when marketing the Brawler cleat.

After Kaminski submitted his for-mal report to Under Armour, the com-pany asked him to do more research on several other Under Armour cleats. He is now researching and comparing three different cleat models designed specifically for lacrosse and soccer players. This continued partnership will allow for the research and devel-opment of several new products and present more Delaware students with the opportunity to participate.

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POISED TO PROMOTEBy Phil hossler

The large text in the full-page ad reads, “In Phil Hossler’s circle, athletes refuel with chocolate milk.” And there’s me in my East Brunswick

(N.J.) High School Athletic Training jacket—a “got chocolate milk?” campaign representative. I had the honor of appearing in this ad in seven nationally distributed magazines last year as part of the Milk Processor Education Program’s (MilkPEP) REFUEL “got chocolate milk?” campaign.

Not only was it a wonderful experi-ence to be involved in the campaign, it gave me the opportunity to educate others about a product I believe in while also promoting the profession of athletic training. The ad showed that athletic trainers can play a role in athletes’ nutrition. While we aren’t dietitians, we see athletes before, dur-ing, and after practices and games and can help them make smart fueling decisions. I believe that lots of other similar opportunities are out there for other athletic trainers, too, but it took time, effort, and a little bit of luck for me to get the chance to be involved.

So how did it all happen? About four years ago I began speaking to our teams about the value of low-fat chocolate milk as a recovery bever-age in short PowerPoint presentations during preseason team meetings. I had received some research from the MilkPEP group, as well as convenient and useful graphics about the value of low-fat chocolate milk.

My preseason PowerPoint presenta-tions touch on a variety of subjects, including stretching, insurance, heat ill-ness, and heat versus ice applications. I encourage my athletes to eat something for breakfast each day, so the idea of starting the day right and ending prac-

tice with proper nutrition fell into place as a good presentation topic.

Two years later, I started stocking chocolate milk in the athletic training room. The school cafeteria allowed me to tack my order onto its weekly ship-ment, and I sold the cartons to athletes as an after-school fundraising program with proceeds benefiting our athletic booster club. Athletes became accus-tomed to stopping by the athletic train-ing room after practices and games to enjoy a carton of chocolate milk. Our winter sport athletes especially liked the new routine. Our wrestlers are big believers in the nutritional value and convenience.

Later that year, I approached Milk-PEP with a brief story about how I was educating our athletes on the benefits of chocolate milk and a photo of me giving the wrestling team a presen-tation on the topic. In 2011, I was featured in MilkPEP’s “got milk? spot-light on” Web segment. Later that year, I was selected as one of MilkPEP’s na-tional personalities for 2012.

A train trip to Baltimore and a pro-fessional photo shoot later, the ad was finished and ran in the magazines. Since then, I have been interviewed about the campaign several times, and STACK.com came to campus to shoot two video segments about our “got milk? REFUEL with chocolate milk”

program. The videos were posted on MilkPEP’s social media channels and on the NFHS Web site, and appeared in two American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance newsletters late last year.

Milk is a staple in our country. I had no hesitation encouraging (though never requiring) our athletes to drink low-fat chocolate milk. They can buy it from our athletic training room stock or have their parents put some in the refrigerator at home. Who is going to argue with teenagers drinking more milk?

All in all, this has been an excit-ing experience. While the photo shoot was fun and I got to spend a little bit of time as a “celebrity” around here at East Brunswick, I think one of the most important things to come out of the attention was the publicity for our profession. The public is becom-ing increasingly aware of how valuable athletic trainers can be in so many av-enues when it comes to athletic health-care, including nutrition. n

To view the videos about East Brunswick’s REFUEL program, go to: http://bit.ly/MilkVideo1 andhttp://bit.ly/MilkVideo2

Phil Hossler, MS, ATC, is Head Athletic Trainer at East Brunswick (N.J.) High School. He was inducted into the NATA Hall of Fame in 1999 and is a former President of the Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association. He can be reached at: [email protected].

It’s All in the Hips

Circles Start with the Orbit in front of the standing leg with the moving leg knee straight, the foot flat on the Orbit or plantarflexed and the hips level.

Inhale: Roll the Orbit out to the side and then to the back. Keep the hips level.

Exhale: Continue the circle by roll-ing the Orbit through the center to return to the starting position

Repeat 4x in each direction.

Variation:1/4 Circle Front Draw a quarter circle to the front with the Orbit.

1/4 Circle Back Draw a quarter circle to the back with the Orbit.

The Orbit fits in a very small physi-cal footprint (dimensions are only 22.75” x 15” x 6.25”) and come with carrying handles for easy portabil-ity and storage. You can learn more about it at pilates.com.

by Ken endelman

Ken Endelman is the Founder and CEO of Balanced Body.

As most athletic trainers realize, hip pain and

injuries suffered by athletes are most likely caused by direct impacts and overuse syndromes. This is especially true for athletes who par-ticipate in track, running, soccer as well as rotational sports like golf.

It’s important for an athletic trainer to pay attention to an athlete’s hip pain when it begins in order to prevent a chronic condition from developing.

One such way to strengthen an athlete’s hips in order to prevent injury is exercise on the Orbit. The Orbit resem-bles a foot stool with casters and wheels. Exercises on the Orbit contain many of the principles in the Pilates method and include both circular and linear move-ments, ranging from mild to complex.

The Orbit can increase up-per body and lower body strength, and improve flexibility and balance as athletes can sit, lie, kneel and stand for a wide variety of exercises.

Here’s a simple exercise ath-letes can do on the Orbit to improve hip flexibility

SPOTTING AN OPPORTUNITYPhil Hossler, MS, ATC, Head Athletic Trainer at East Brunswick (N.J.) High School, didn’t have his “got chocolate milk?” campaign opportunity hand-ed to him. He had to do some work for it. He offers the following tips for others seeking out a similar role:

• Be active, be involved, and keep your professional eyes and ears open so you are aware of the “landscape” around you.

• Seek opportunities—don’t wait for them to seek you.

• Research the product and the company. Make sure the product has value and the company has credibility. Any product you involve yourself in should be one you firmly believe in.

• Look at your involvement from the company’s perspective as well: What can you offer them?

• Above all, remember who you are and who you are not. You cannot speak for your colleagues or any association that you belong to.

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It’s All in the Hips

Circles Start with the Orbit in front of the standing leg with the moving leg knee straight, the foot flat on the Orbit or plantarflexed and the hips level.

Inhale: Roll the Orbit out to the side and then to the back. Keep the hips level.

Exhale: Continue the circle by roll-ing the Orbit through the center to return to the starting position

Repeat 4x in each direction.

Variation:1/4 Circle Front Draw a quarter circle to the front with the Orbit.

1/4 Circle Back Draw a quarter circle to the back with the Orbit.

The Orbit fits in a very small physi-cal footprint (dimensions are only 22.75” x 15” x 6.25”) and come with carrying handles for easy portabil-ity and storage. You can learn more about it at pilates.com.

by Ken endelman

Ken Endelman is the Founder and CEO of Balanced Body.

As most athletic trainers realize, hip pain and

injuries suffered by athletes are most likely caused by direct impacts and overuse syndromes. This is especially true for athletes who par-ticipate in track, running, soccer as well as rotational sports like golf.

It’s important for an athletic trainer to pay attention to an athlete’s hip pain when it begins in order to prevent a chronic condition from developing.

One such way to strengthen an athlete’s hips in order to prevent injury is exercise on the Orbit. The Orbit resem-bles a foot stool with casters and wheels. Exercises on the Orbit contain many of the principles in the Pilates method and include both circular and linear move-ments, ranging from mild to complex.

The Orbit can increase up-per body and lower body strength, and improve flexibility and balance as athletes can sit, lie, kneel and stand for a wide variety of exercises.

Here’s a simple exercise ath-letes can do on the Orbit to improve hip flexibility

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The Wildcats tallied 11 wins and a share of the Big 12 Conference title in 2012.

Chris Dawson, CSCS, became the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Kansas State University in 2010 and is the former Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of Kansas. In 2007, he was named the National Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year by the Professional Football Strength and Conditioning Coaches Society. He can be reached at: [email protected].

By Chris Dawson

Strength In UnItY

K-State athletic communicationS

F ootball players today are not any different than when I began coaching nearly 20 years ago. However, the number of outside distractions that players are exposed to almost daily has increased tenfold. It is because of these increased distrac-

tions that the player-coach relationship has become so significant. So many of these distractions that student-athletes are exposed to daily do nothing but tear down the values that we spend countless hours trying to instill in our players, primarily the value of the TEAM.

teamwork takes practice. that’s why Kansas State university’s Director of Strength and conditioning focuses on team building during football workouts.

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be a mutual respect and trust based on open communication.

Consistent, immediate, honest, and direct communication is paramount; do not sugarcoat it. They might not like it, but they will respect it if you are that way with all the players, all the time. I am a firm believer that the better the coach and play-er communicate, the more coachable the athlete. Remember that players have to earn the trust and respect from a coach through their consistent efforts, and that is no different for us

goals, it does not matter what else is occurring on a day-to-day basis from a physical training standpoint—we will never meet our expectations as a player or as a team.

PLAYER-COACH RELATIONSHIPIn order to have any chance to train players “above the neck,” you must establish a player-coach relationship based on mutual respect and trust for one another. We do not have to agree with one another, but in order to con-tinue improving over time, there must

Football is a team sport, in which one player is reliant on the other 100-plus players in order to achieve not only his individual goals, but also our collective goals. Therefore, it is im-perative that our players understand that the needs of the team will always take precedence over the day-to-day comforts and wants of the individual player. In order to emphasize this, we must create an environment that does exactly that, in addition to one in which players want to continually work to improve.

Everything that we do from a training standpoint for our athletes at Kansas State University is geared toward making our players better teammates. A better teammate has done everything he can to prepare himself mentally and physically, is selfless, is coachable, understands and embraces his role on the team, and always puts the team before him-

self. If they are the best teammates they can be, then we will be the best team that we can be.

A few years ago, I wrote an article in which I correctly stated that foot-ball is a game that is played below the waist and above the neck, emphasiz-ing first and foremost the training of the legs and hips, and their relevance to putting a player in position to make plays. However, I incorrectly stated that my primary focus as a strength coach was to train “below the waist.” I could not have been more incorrect. I have had the privilege of being a strength coach for the last 18 years, and there is nothing that supercedes the training “above the neck.” If what is going on between the ears of your players is not in line with the team’s

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Consistent, immediate, honest, and direct com-munication is paramount; do not sugarcoat it. They might not like it, but they will respect it ... Consis-tency is the single most important ingredient to successful coaching.

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pline and sacrifice amongst teammates for the betterment of the team. It iden-tifies in a team setting who can be counted on, and helps to instill confi-dence amongst teammates. Equally as important, adversity in training will identify and expose those who are selfish and soft, and not ready to put the team before themselves. As coach-es, we need to understand that this is commonplace with first year players and very indicative as to why so few true freshmen play. It takes time—that is why we call it player develop-ment, and it is our job as coaches to help them develop.

TRAINING IDEAS TO BUILD TEAMWORKThe following ideas are just that: ideas to incorporate in training to empha-size the team and ways to improve the team. The following are ever-evolving, and need to be adjusted and custom-ized to fit each team. Each year before we start off-season, we evaluate where we are as a program and make adjust-ments based on our needs. It is impor-tant that as coaches we customize them to fit our current situation.

Team sprints: We run our team in three different groups, linemen (offen-sive and defensive linemen), big skill (quarterbacks, fullbacks, tight ends, linebackers, defensive ends, kickers, and punters), and skill (wide receiv-er, defensive back, running back). We begin by having the first group start the first sprint (i.e., 40 yards) on the coach’s whistle. Another coach will be standing at the finish line and will blow a whistle when the last person in the first group crosses the finish line; this whistle starts the sprint for the second group. When the last per-son in the second group crosses the finish line, another whistle is blown that starts the sprint for the third and last group. Again, a whistle is blown when the last person in the third group crosses the finish line, which starts the second sprint for the first group coming back to the origi-nal starting line.

This process is repeated until ev-eryone has completed the designated number of sprints. The time that the team is expected to make is a cumu-lative time and not dependant on any one person, but rather on the entire team. The idea is that if someone is struggling, or not giving good effort,

ing their expectations. It is the differ-ence in attacking the work and doing the work. It is the difference in know-ing you will win versus hoping you will win.

Finally, we want to establish ac-countability amongst the players through training. It is important that as teammates, they understand that they are a part of something larger

than themselves, and that their at-titude and effort have an impact on more than just themselves. We want to create a situation in which the players feel a responsibility to their teammates to perform at a high level with a winning attitude. Ultimately, it is the player’s choice. Their attitude and effort are the two things that we have the least control over, but have the greatest impact on their develop-ment. There are no excuses—we ei-ther get better or we get worse. All we ask is that our players take ownership of their daily performance and the team’s results.

TRAINING THROUGH ADVERSITYFootball is a simple game compli-cated by simple people. It is nothing more than two teams, both of which are trying to make the other as un-comfortable as possible so that they cannot perform to their full poten-tial. Quite often it is the team that can perform comfortably in an un-comfortable situation the most that wins. In order to best prepare our team to face these challenges, I want to create adversity and difficult or uncomfortable training situations so that the players can better learn how to stay focused on what it is they are trying to accomplish and perform at an optimal level both individually and collectively as a team.

When properly implemented in training, these adverse and uncomfort-able situations will promote commu-nication, leadership, competitiveness, and accountability to one another. In addition, it will also encourage disci-

as coaches as it relates to the players we coach. Consistency is the single most important ingredient to success-ful coaching and successful playing. Be who you are, and be that way all the time. We learn far more about people by what they do rather than by what they say.

Let your players know that you care about them. You cannot fake this, and

this is not easy, as it takes time! Find out about their family, where they are from, and what they like or do not like. Players need to know that you spend two hours a day concerned about the number on their jersey, and 22 hours a day caring about the name on the back.

Make sure that you speak the same language that your athletes speak. Displaying your knowledge of strength and conditioning by ex-plaining triple extension and concen-tric versus eccentric to your players may prove to be more confusing than helpful to your athletes. In order to illustrate a point, use coaching cues that they can relate to and under-stand.

EXPECTATIONS, FOCUS, ACCOUNTABILITYEvery year, I ask our players what their expectations are for the com-ing year. I want our players to think about what they want to achieve indi-vidually as a student-athlete, as well as collectively as a team. It is ex-tremely important that as coaches we remind our players of why we are asking them to train with such dili-gence. Remember that our job in a nutshell is to get players to do what inherently they do not want to in order to achieve what they want to achieve. Remind them of what they want to achieve.

Second, I ask them where their fo-cus is when it comes to training. It is important that we encourage our players to stay focused on the task at hand relative to training, and achiev-

Ultimately, it is the player’s choice. Their attitude and effort are the two things that we have the least control over, but

have the greatest impact on their development. There are no excuses—we either get better or we get worse. All we ask is

that our players take ownership of their daily performance.

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then others have to pick up the slack. The concept is exactly what teams live out during the course of a game or a season; your teammates are count-ing on you, and your effort or lack thereof has a direct effect on the rest of the team.

Difference Makers: We have desig-nated a five-minute time period once a week after we have completed our off-season workout in which everyone is already fatigued, similar to a game situation. We set up a scenario like the end of a game and call them difference makers. The idea is that in the last five minutes of a game, if you are on the field, your performance will make a difference; will it be a positive differ-ence or a negative one?

We have five different stations, each with a different drill. I want our play-ers to become more comfortable at performing in an uncomfortable situ-ation. They perform the drill for five minutes straight, alternating reps with the other teammates in their group. Each group works one station on any given day. Each week we rotate, and that particular group performs a dif-

ferent drill. Some ideas for the five stations include board pushes, bat-tle ropes, tire flips, sled drives, and dumbbell farmer’s walk.

Competition: We often match up various players or group of players in competitions at the end of work-outs. These competitive situations are short, intense, and have a definite winner and loser. Sometimes they are

individual, and sometimes they are a collaborative group effort. We often also have the non-participants choose who they think will win the compe-tition. This is a good way to let the players know what their teammates think of them as those choosing the losing team will have additional up-downs or the like.

As coaches, we can tell players again and again, but the message received seems to carry much more weight when it comes from their teammates. Some ideas for competitions include tug-of-war, relay races, or whatever else the mind can conjure up to en-courage players to compete at a high level. Without question, competition brings out the best, as well as exposes

the worst. It creates adversity, and in-stills confidence.

Multi-Level Training: We have a few different levels of lifting. We do this for a few different reasons, two of which are to continue to progress the more advanced athletes who have truly com-mitted to the physical development, as well as to serve as a motivational tool

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There is no shame in a freshman being on level one, but if a senior is working at level one, then it is a pretty good indi-cator to his teammates that he has not invested very much into his physical development, and is not willing to put his own comforts and wants behind the needs of the team.

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for the players. We color code the work-outs of the different levels so that the players know what level they are, and so that their teammates know as well. All incoming players begin at level one. However, how quickly they progress is completely dependent on the athlete. There is no shame in a freshman being on level one, but if a senior is working at level one, then it is a pretty good in-dicator to his teammates that he has not invested very much into his physical development, and is not willing to put his own comforts and wants behind the

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needs of the team.Incentive-Based Conditioning: Quite

often we do conditioning, but give our players an opportunity to reduce the amount and increase their rest time if they make a certain time, which would indicate better effort and intensity in their individual effort. Once we attain a certain level of conditioning, I am more interested in the quality as op-posed to the quantity.

DAILY ASSESSMENTAt the conclusion of each day our

strength staff meets to discuss the day’s performance, both the good and bad, individually and collectively. It is im-portant that we not only discuss what needs to be corrected, but also what needs to be commended. In addition, we post a copy of our assessment in the weightroom. Without fail, the majority of players take time each day to read the evaluation, which is honest, specific, and direct.

I believe it is a great way for our staff to keep up on the progress of all of our players, as well as a great source of feed-back for our team. The players take a great interest in the assessment because they know that their teammates are also reading it. I want our offensive line to know how the running backs are work-ing, and vice-versa. Over time, as we build better teammates and ultimately a

better team, I want our players to gain confidence in their teammates’ prepara-tion and commitment, which will result in them gaining confidence as a team, and the product that they take to the field.

From training in off-season workouts with no one outside of our team watch-ing, to playing in a BCS Bowl with a TV audience of 20 million, it is impor-tant to remember that we all are after the same thing, and the only way to achieve that which we want is together. Nearly every young man between 18 and 23 years old in college wants to “stand out” to some extent and be dif-ferent. Encourage them and coach them to stand out with those things which matter most: their attitude, their effort, and their team. n

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Over time, as we build better teammates and ultimately a better team, I want our players to gain confidence in their team-mates’ preparation and commitment, which will re-sult in them gaining confi-dence as a team, and the product that they take to the field.

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FOR PRESCRIPTION INFORMATION, CONTACT:

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The Elite Seat® is a patient controlled contracture treatment device specifically designed to safely and effectively correct any loss of extension in the knee which can help to decrease pain and improve the

overall function of the affected knee.For more information about the Elite Seat® and its indications for clinical use

oor for home use as an adjunct to physical therapy, please visit our website:

For prescription information, contact:AKT Medical - 317.770.8355

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Get It Straight . . . Get It Symmetric . . . Get it Strong!

Flexion Contracture Treatment DeviceFor the Knee

• For prescription information, contact: AKT Medical - 317.770.8355• For information on a Clinical Unit, call: 866.756.3706

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Generates OptiOnsThe inside front cover of this issue features the Dynatron Solaris® Plus. Combining all the features of Solaris, plus enough power to generate eight separate treatments simultaneously, the Dynatron

Solaris® Plus provides many options. It also utilizes Tri-Wave Light Therapy, providing three wavelengths that can blend into seven combinations for both pad and probe; new fixed-frequency IFC/Premod option; full-color user interface—so easy to use that only two key presses can start a treatment; and the new three-drawer Solaris Cart. Call Dynatronics to learn about free demonstrations. Dynatronics • 800-874-6251www.dynatronics.com Circle No. 501

exercise cOmfOrtably The Single Leg Squat Stand is perfect for working your hamstrings, glutes, quads, and low back. It allows you to perform all single-leg exercises comfortably with its tubular top and vinyl-encased foam covering. Its sturdy design now has a one-piece, tubular steel base, and the stand

measures 18 inches high—no more searching for a bench to do your lower-body work. For more information on the Single Leg Squat Stand, visit Perform Better online, or check out the 2013 catalog. Perform Better • 800-556-7464www.performbetter.com Circle No. 502

strenGthen and stabilizeThe Scap & Cuff Trainer™ is now available. Strengthen and stabilize the shoulder joint and girdle with this new product. Designed by a physical therapist, the Scap & Cuff Trainer features a 12-ounce weighted ball that can be oscillated linearly while the user performs isometric and isodynamic

exercises. Use the Scap & Cuff alone or in combination with an exercise ball or the BOSU® Balance Trainer. OPTP • 800-367-7373www.optp.com Circle No. 503

rOll-On relief“We have tried many topical agents in our athletic training room and have found RAW roll-on topical analgesics to be the best. Before practice, RAW Heat provides immediate relief of pain and stiffness over the targeted area with long-lasting results. After practice, RAW Ice provides soothing relief from muscle aches and pains. Our sports medicine staff and student-athletes are very happy with the product’s effectiveness—as an added bonus, it is a certified all natural product. I would highly recommend RAW products to anyone.”

-Mike Lesako, Head Athletic Trainer, Washington & Jefferson College

Pressure Positive Company • 800-603-5107www.pressurepositive.com Circle No. 504

Unrestricted mOvementESS Ankle Compression Sleeve’s patented, articulated ankle joint allows for unrestricted movement while providing mild compression and support to the joint. Compression provides a performance-enhancement benefit as well as mild muscular support. The unique knitted design allows for lightweight fit and exceptional stretch and comfort.Cramer Products, Inc. • 800-345-2231 www.cramersportsmed.com Circle No. 506

sticks tO itself, nOt yOUSelfGrip® helps active people and athletes perform their best by providing firm compression and maximum support to ligaments, tendons, and muscles. The unique cotton/latex woven process allows SelfGrip to stick to itself without pins or clips—without sticking to hair or skin. SelfGrip is reusable, tears easily, wicks away moisture and perspiration, and even maintains grip underwater. Recommended by doctors and trainers, SelfGrip is available in two-, three-, and four-inch widths and assorted colors.Dome Industries, Inc. • 800-432-4352www.selfgrip.com Circle No. 507

cOmfOrt and cOnvenienceThe new DonJoy® UltraSling IV leads the way in comfort and convenience. The sling’s three-point strapping system is easy to put on, while its unique design eliminates pressure on the neck, leading to increased patient comfort and compliance. The soft, breathable inner lining with mesh laminate helps improve ventilation. And a new, contoured cushion provides the needed abduction while relieving pressure on the ulnar nerve. This sling is ideal for post-operative treatment following rotator cuff repairs, Bankart procedures, capsular shifts, glenohumeral dislocation/subluxation, and soft tissue repairs/strains. Go online to learn more.DJO Global • 800-793-6065www.djoglobal.com/donjoy Circle No. 561

fUnctiOnal traininGPilates on a Reformer takes functional athletic training to a new level. The Allegro® 2 Reformer was designed in collaboration with fitness professionals and offers a streamlined and optimized functional training experience for

athletes and instructors. The Allegro 2’s EasySet Footbar adjusts vertically by lifting up the footbar and moving it to the next position—even with the feet. The SoftTouch Rope System makes instant, one-touch, rope adjustments—even while lying on the carriage. Balanced Body • 800-PILATESwww.pilates.com Circle No. 562

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Made for athletic MarketThe PRO Tubular Compression Bandage is knit to specification to meet the needs of the athletic market. Completely latex-free, the knit is heavier than typical so it won’t easily stretch out of shape. Available in black or white, it is packaged in 11-yard rolls in popular widths of two, three, four, five, six, seven, or eight inches. PRO Orthopedic Devices, Inc. • 800-523-5611www.proorthopedic.com Circle No. 505

relieves PainPolyMem Finger/Toe dressings help reduce edema, bruising, pain, and inflammation when applied to open or closed injuries. When applied to open wounds, the dressings continuously cleanse, fill, absorb, and moisten wounds. The dressings help relieve

both persistent and procedure-related pain associated with injury throughout the healing process. PolyMem Finger/Toe dressings are the ideal choice for managing sprains, strains, contusions, abrasions, lacerations, burns, and surgical procedures of the toes or fingers.Ferris Mfg. Corp. • 800-765-9636 www.polymem.com Circle No. 508

self-care systeMThe Original RAW-DOCK™, a companion tool for the Backnobber® II, is a powerful self-care delivery system for your personal health and wellness. The RAW-DOCK quickly and easily slips on to the large end of the Backnobber II and locks solidly into place with a secure, flexible silicone strap. The RAW-DOCK will accept your choice of a RAW Heat® or Ice® Roll-On topical analgesic to self-apply therapeutic relief to hard-to-reach areas of the neck, shoulders, back, and hips. Once finished, simply unlock the flexible strap allowing the RAW-DOCK to slip off the end of the Backnobber II. You are now ready deliver deep, self-care trigger point pressure release with the Backnobber II.Pressure Positive Company • 800-603-5107www.pressurepositive.com Circle No. 513

Mobile and stable Quality, durability, and innovation are guarantees for Dynatronics’sUltra 2 and Ultra 3 section tables. These exclusively engineered, heavy-duty, 550-pound capacity tables come standard with a unique caster raising system that lifts the

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Unwinds consistentlyEvery roll of Cramer 100-percent cotton porous tape is like the next, which means you can count on it to unwind consistently, conform better, and adhere longer. Cramer 950, constructed with a latex-free adhesive, is perfect for athletic trainers or athletic programs looking for a high-quality, economically priced porous tape alternative. Cramer Products has been an industry leader in sports medicine and athletic training room supplies for more than 85 years.Cramer Products, Inc. • 800-345-2231www.cramersportsmed.com Circle No. 512

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Compete on a treadmill SledThe Tred Sled combines a one-man sled and tethered-sled pulling with interac-tive treadmill technology. Training in groups of up to six, the Tred Sled transforms workouts into competitions, challenging athletes to out-perform themselves and their teammates. Elec-tronic sensors measure response time, impact force, and distance. The Tred Sled also displays reports for individual performances and the rankings in competitions.Rogers Athletic Company • 800-457-5337www.rogersathletic.com Circle No. 528

a truSted authorityThe National Strength and Conditioning Association is a trusted authority on strength and conditioning. It

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underStated Knurling The Rogue Bar is a polished 28.5-millimeter bar with no center knurling—and both powerlifting and Olympic lifting knurling marks. This bar has the great understated knurling that has

made Rogue Fitness’ bars famous. It features high-quality brass bushings for reliable spin, and will whip enough for use in Olympic Weightlifting.Rogue Fitness • 614-358-6190www.roguefitness.com Circle No. 543

VerSatile and effeCtiVe Push it. Pull it. Drag it. Since its first sale in April 2005, Williams Strength’s Prowler 2 has been featured on NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” and called “quite possibly the most versatile and effective conditioning tool ever devised,” by Muscle and Fitness. It has been used by more than half of all NFL teams and countless colleges, high schools, and training centers. All of this has made it one of the most popular conditioning sleds ever built.Total Strength and Speed • 888-532-8227www.totalstrengthandspeed.com Circle No. 545

BeSt of Both WorldS The 1.25-inch thick Infinity iTurf is the perfect companion for the Infinity Max tiles. Both have the same thickness, which allows you to have the best of both worlds in your weight room in a flush instal-

lation. The Infinity iTurf is perfect for running, jumping, and agility drills. This product does not have rubber infill. It is available in 16 colors, with option of customizing with your layouts and logos. Infinity Performance, Inc. • 888-479-1017www.infinityflooring.com Circle No. 552

VieW poWer and VeloCityThe Laser Rack is one of the first bar-measuring units that calculates peak power and velocity using patented no-touch infrared sensing technology. The Laser Rack allows users to view their peak power in horsepower or watts. Users’ peak velocity can be measured

in either feet-per-second or meters-per-second.Power Lift® • 800-872-1543www.power-lift.com Circle No. 553

World-ClaSS eduCationThe International Youth Conditioning Association is a premier authority in youth fitness and sports performance training. The association provides world-class education to coaches and conditioning professionals who work with young athletes from ages six to 18. The association features the Youth Speed & Agility Specialist Certification, which covers speed skills and drills—acceleration, top speed, speed endurance, deceleration, and more; multi-directional speed patterns and drills; sample speed training programs from expert coaches in the trenches; and information on warming up, mobility, screening, strength and power development, and more. International Youth Conditioning Association • 888-366-IYCA www.IYCA.org Circle No. 519

guaranteed to laStManufactured to IWF specifications, these training plates have a 450-millimeter diameter, with a one-millimeter tolerance. The plates contain a tungsten steel hub, which is surrounded by a synthetic compound comprised from plastic and Kevlar for longevity. These plates are guaranteed against defects for two years and the weight of plates is guaranteed within a tolerance of .20 kilograms.WerkSan Barbells • 877-937-5726www.werksanusa.com Circle No. 566

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Unparalleled advantageAthletes’ Performance delivers an unparalleled competitive advantage to the world’s top athletes, teams, and military operators. Athletes’

Performance shares its integrated training, nutrition, and rehabilitation systems—which have supported the world’s top champions in sport—through industry-leading, accredited continuing education programs. These education programs are offered at their world-class facilities as well as international locations, providing hands-on, practical education to industry colleagues.Athletes’ Performance • 480-449-9000www.athletesperformance.com/education Circle No. 515

Safe and verSatileThe Westside Barbell Performance Series Hip and Quad Developer #3306 is safer and more versatile than typical leg extension machines. It provides accentuated muscular effort in building hips and quadriceps using a full range of motion and has variable starting positions to accommodate injured athletes. The padded lever arm and generously cushioned calf pad come with chrome plating in all the right areas. Plus, it uses constant tension in both phases of the repetition, and its five-foot frame is stable, using three bolts for ultimate rigidity. Legend Fitness • 866-753-4363www.legendfitness.com Circle No. 520

Space-Saving deSignThe PowerMax Push/Pull Sled answers your needs for versatility and adjustability in speed training. This U.S.-made steel frame sled features a space-saving design that is less than seven inches high when folded, features replaceable/removable runners for use on a variety of surfaces, and has quick-release pins for fast set-up and breakdown. The versatile sled accommodates all sizes of athletes with adjustable-width push posts (12-21”W x 32”H) and multiple push/pull options.PowerMax • 800-637-3090www.gillathletics.com Circle No. 518

improve StrengthCreate more effective workouts with the Resist Assist, a TurfCordz® product featuring a 10-foot nylon strap that connects two belts for two-person resistance drills. Athletes improve core strength and agility by pulling against the resistance

provided by the strap, which is held by or secured around the waist of the other athlete. Resist Assist improves acceleration and explosiveness through quick start drills and power-building footwork exercises. TurfCordz resistance products provide a versatile, safer, and more comfortable workout.NZ Manufacturing • 800-886-6621www.turfcordz.com Circle No. 516

concUSSion preventionMission Competition Fitness Equipment created and manufactures The Halo, a dynamic rotary neck strengthening cable attachment. The Halo works out the neck by applying horizontal

resistance during neck rotation. Mission Competition’s goal is to help prevent concussions and neck injuries by increasing the athlete’s neck strength. Neck strength allows greater force dissipation upon head impact, which results in fewer neck injuries and concussions. For more information, please e-mail [email protected]. Mission Competition Fitness Equipment • 310-776-0621www.halostrong.com Circle No. 517

progreSSive powerliftingThese 60-inch long loading chains for progressive powerlifting come with end hooks, and one or more chains can be added to improve your blasting power. Made of heavy-duty forged steel, there are four different chains available for any level of lifting light duty (25 pounds per pair);

medium duty (40 pounds per pair); heavy duty (55 pounds per pair); and extra-heavy duty (88 pounds per pair). The company can supply chains up to 200 feet long and can add attachment weights of up to 100 pounds to each chain. Call for more information or prices. New York Barbells of Elmira, Inc. • 800-446-1833www.newyorkbarbells.com Circle No. 514

a UniqUe deSignThe new Functional Training Rack Series is setting the world of strength and conditioning ablaze. This unique design combines a fully functional Power Rack with two adjustable cable column machines—all within a compact area. Never before has an athlete been able to perform all the core lifts a rack/platform provides with the multi-faceted capability of a fully operational functional trainer. This product is extremely easy to adjust and use quickly, getting your athletes in and out of every facet of a workout much more effectively. The new 111FTR Rack Series is only from Samson Equipment.Samson Weight Training Equipment • 800-472-6766 www.samsonequipment.com Circle No. 521

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A Strong BASeThe heavy-duty Rogers Pendulum rack provides you with the stron-gest training system available. The uprights on the Rogers Pendulum Racks are engineered with 3”x5” 7-gauge tubing, making it the

strongest base to systemize your training. Link your racks together with custom or standard pull-up bar options. Fi-nally, choose the Rogers Pendulum Rack accessories to add variety and complete more exercises in one space.Rogers Athletic Company • 800-457-5337www.rogersathletic.com Circle No. 522

gAin A Winning edgeDeveloped at a football university the Football Bar reduces stress on the rotator cuff, while employing biomechanical engineering to strengthen the hand, wrist, and shoulder.

Likewise, this important rehab tool mimics hand and shoulder positions for all sports. Using the Football Bar can help increase bench press poundage. Practice getting hands up, elbows in, and drive with the Football Bar and gain that winning edge.The Football Bar • repsfootballbar51v0wuwww.repsdirect.net Circle No. 523

good ViBrAtionSExervibe is a whole-body vibration stepper that provides athletic enhancement when used in either the static (standing) or dynamic (stepping) position. Vibration stimulation is applied simultaneously to the feet, hands, arms, and core. The Exervibe has a step range from one to 18 inches, an adjustable seat, and a control

module with four settings. It is an extremely versatile device that efficiently and effectively implements the benefits of vibration. VersaClimber/HeartRate, Inc. • 800-237-2271www.versaclimber.com Circle No. 524

reVolutionAry dumBBellFinally there is a heavy-duty, adjustable dumbbell that doesn’t break the bank—the DB from Samson. This unique design features two handles (each weighing 15 pounds) and all the 10-, five-

and 2.5-pound plates you need to adjust each DB up to 90 pounds. Each plate slides on effortlessly, then pins in place with solid-steel rods. Each handle is open, just like any other DB, so full wrist range of motion is possible. A custom table operates on lock-in-place casters, the top “staging area” is coated with heavy-duty urethane, and the front of each table can be fully customized with your graphics. Samson Weight Training Equipment • 800-472-6766 www.samsonequipment.com Circle No. 525

nAturAl WriSt motion New York Barbells offers a complete selection of training ropes in 1.5- and two-inch diameter in all lengths up to 100 feet. New York Barbells offers a 1.75-inch braided rope that retains its shape and is more resilient than twisted rope. New York Barbells also offers and installs handles on the ropes for a natural wrist motion. A complete line of exercise chain is also available. Fulfill all of your rope needs for climbing, battling, pulling, and special applications with New York Barbells. New York Barbells of Elmira, Inc. • 800-446-1833www.newyorkbarbells.com Circle No. 526

WeArABle trAckingWorking with more than 200 elite teams and institutes around the world, Catapult is a global leader in athlete analytics. Born out of collaboration with the Australian Institute of Sport and an engineering research organization, Catapult can track, improve, and protect teams in the NFL, NBA, English Premier League, and major NCAA programs. Catapult’s wearable tracking technology is scientifically proven to improve performance and reduce injury. Put the science of winning on your side today. Catapult Sports Pty Ltd • 61-3-9095-8410www.catapultsports.com Circle No. 549

StrAtegic diStriButionThese bars are made from specially formulated, chrome-plated tungsten steel manufactured in Sweden. Each individual bar is pressure tested before knurling and sleeves are applied. Knurling and markings are applied per International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) specifications. Five carbon fiber needle bearings are inserted in each sleeve, strategically distributed at highest pressure points. Bars measured tensile strength at greater than 50,000 pounds. These bars are guaranteed against defects for life.WerkSan Barbells • 877-937-5726www.werksanusa.com Circle No. 567

leArn the ropeSRope training is quickly becoming one of the most popular training methods available today, and Total Strength and Speed offers a great selection of exercise ropes, sled pulling ropes, and rack pull-up ropes. All styles are available in multiple lengths, with either one- or two-inch diameters, and either manila or composite construction. Call or go online to learn more.Total Strength and Speed • 888-532-8227www.totalstrengthandspeed.com Circle No. 568

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Tried and ProvenAfter five years of research and development, Suspended Bodyweight Training—a suspension exercise tool—has been tried, proven, and officially patented. SBT EXTREME offers features unlike other suspension training devices—including a slip-proof ankle cradle, integrated wrist wrap, and an independent arm design that allows effortless movement transitions. Made from the highest-quality heavyweight polypropylene webbing with a breaking strength of 675 to 1800 pounds, SBT EXTREME is a must-have for serious fitness trainers. Suspended Bodyweight Trainer • 855-797-1661www.sbtextreme.com Circle No. 527

virTually immovableThe Rogue Fitness Monster Series Rigs are the ultimate gym accessory. Built with the collegiate athlete in mind, the Monster Rig is a classic example of Rogue’s “over-built” construction that will suit any affiliate or gym with its immovable capacity. The standard Monster Rig is built with 11-gauge, 3” x 3” steel tube uprights. This is a virtually immovable piece of American-made training equipment.Rogue Fitness • 614-358-6190www.roguefitness.com Circle No. 544

STandS uP To abuSeInfinity Max 1.25-inch thick tile stands up to the constant abuse of heavy weights being dropped directly on the weight room floor without denting, tearing, or split-ting. This tile is backed by the

company’s exclusive 10-year warranty—and you can even use the floor itself as an Olympic Lifting Platform. The tile is available in 10 standard colors and an unlimited number of custom colors, with custom logos also available. This product contains up to 95-percent recycled content and may qualify for up to eight LEED Points.Infinity Performance, Inc. • 888-479-1017www.infinityflooring.com Circle No. 554

indoor CyCling oPTionSThe Power Lift® Indoor Cycling Bike is available in both a chain- and belt-driven version. The belt-driven version allows users to pedal backwards with resistance. Standard features for both bikes include: dual-sided pedals with a clip-less system on one side and toe-cages on the other;

adjustable positions for the seat height and forward/back position; and adjustable positions for the handlebar height.Power Lift® • 800-872-1543www.power-lift.com Circle No. 555

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Knee Products

ExcEllEnt comfortThe Pro-Tec Gel-Force® Knee Support is great for alleviating knee pain and providing moderate knee joint stability for conditions of patello-femoral pain syndrome, patellar tracking, chondromalacia, and minor meniscus and ligament tears. Its breathable, soft fabric offers a multi-directional stretch applying even, comfortable compression throughout the brace,

and the thick oval gel provides excellent comfort and support to patella area. Medial (inside) and lateral (outside) spiral stays offer overall knee joint stability.Pro-Tec Athletics • 800-779-3372www.injurybegone.com Circle No. 529

ProvEn rEsults The Thermoskin Patella Tracking Stabilizer includes a fully adjustable internal buttress and assists in the treatment of patella problems, including instability, pain and subluxation. Thermoskin knee products have been clinically proven to increase blood flow by eight percent,

increase skin temperature by 1.7 degrees Celsius, and create a 1.0 degree (Celsius) greater muscle temperature than the control condition. The results: helping the healing process, reducing pain, and increasing elasticity and reactivity of the muscles. This stabilizer is latex-free, and comes in sizes XS through XXL.Swede-O, Inc. • 866-317-5678www.swedeo.com/patellatrackingstabilizer.htm Circle No. 530

valuablE rEsourcEAn OPTP exclusive, Robin McKenzie’s Treat Your Own Knee™ educates the reader on the importance of the self-management and self-treatment of knee injuries or recurring pain. With its detailed exercise program, this comprehensive text is a valuable resource for both patients and clinicians alike. For more information on Treat Your Own Knee, or a

free OPTP catalog, visit the OPTP Web site.OPTP • 800-367-7393www.optp.com Circle No. 531

sEts thE standardThe PRO 110 Knee Sleeve has helped set the standard for neoprene supports. The PRO 110’s unmatched fit, support, and therapeutic heat retention have contributed to its standard-setting rank. It’s designed with an inner neoprene skin to provide better stretch and fit, while reducing migration. The sleeve also has an

oval pad to concentrate heat and accompanying increased circulation over the infra J supra and patella areas. The altered version has an opening to eliminate compression on the patella for athletes with chondromalacia complaints.PRO Orthopedic Devices, Inc. • 800-523-5611www.proorthopedic.com Circle No. 532

corrEct PositioningThe Thermoskin Patella Tracker™ has a low-profile-contoured shaped design that allows for greater movement during the flexion-extension phase. Its adjustable straps provide improved locking strength for patella instability, while its flexible internal buttress provides for correct positioning and control of patella during vertical and horizontal tracking. Its indications include functional patella tracking stability and assisting in the treatment of patello-femoral pain(chondromalacia), patella dislocation, patella lateral subluxation, and patella lateral tilt. This Thermoskin product is latex-free, and comes in sizes XS through XL.Swede-O, Inc. • 866-317-5678www.swedeo.com/patellatracker.htm Circle No. 533

fight KnEE PainGet fast relief with DonJoy® Reaction, a revo-lutionary web brace design that actually pulls pain away from the knee, absorbs shock, and keeps you moving. The innovative solution dis-perses energy, providing comfort all day long. The brace stabilizes the patella on all sides, put-ting your knee in the correct tracking position. The lightweight and open framework is very comfortable, breathable, and stays in place. Go online to learn more.DJO Global • 760-727-1280www.djoglobal.com Circle No. 559

rEducEs PainThe Iliotibial Band Compression Wrap helps reduce pain on the outside of the knee, alleviating conditions of Iliotibial Band Syndrome. Applied above the patella with the compression pad on the lateral aspect of the leg, the non-slip Iliotibial Band Compression Wrap provides warmth and targeted compression, to stabilize the Iliotibial Band, thereby reducing rubbing and irritation on the femoral condyle (outside of the knee). This wrap is now available in size XL.Pro-Tec Athletics • 800-779-3372www.injurybegone.com Circle No. 500

ElitE KnEE carEThe Elite Seat® is a portable knee-extension device designed for the non-operative treatment of degenerative knee conditions. By evenly distributing force across the leg, the Elite Seat provides effective full-knee hyperextension and reduces pain in bent knees caused by any of these conditions: acute ACL injury, inadequate post-operative rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction, total-knee arthroplasty, arthrofibrosis, deconditioned knee with a flexion contracture, and arthritis.Elite Seat® • 866-756-3706www.eliteseat.com Circle No. 563

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Case Study

W hile traditional neck-strengthening machines enable users to work on flexion

and extension, there aren’t many options for developing rotational strength. Last spring, however, William Hicks, Assistant Athletics Director for Athletic Performance at Syracuse University, saw a new product—the Halo—invented by Mike Jolly at Mission Competition Fitness Equipment. The circular device weighs 11 pounds, fits completely around an athlete’s head, and provides a dynamic workout experience.

“Everyone uses manual resistance-type exercises, but the Halo adds a different dimension,” Hicks says. “Training the neck in all planes is important, and the natural, fluid way the Halo allows athletes to do that appeals to me.”

One of the Halo’s unique aspects is an air-filled bladder that inflates to fit any athlete’s head perfectly—much like a football helmet. It also has a chinstrap, ensuring that the Halo will stay on, regardless of the movement performed.

This is a major benefit, says E.J. “Doc” Kreis, a former strength and conditioning coach at UCLA, Colorado, and Vanderbilt, who also is the co-founder of the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa), and currently trains athletes at an Olympic training center in Southern California. “It really frees you up to do a number of different sport-specific exercises,” he says.

Another benefit is that it allows athletes to progress slowly. “You can start with a light horizontal resistance and progress at a speed that’s comfortable for you,” Kreis says.

The Halo uses horizontal resistance by attaching to an

adjustable cable machine, or a bungee cord, as a series of functional rotary movements are performed to simulate what an athlete experiences on the field, mat, or court. Kreis says the Halo can provide an optimal workout. “You don’t have to strap on a leather harness and hang 50 pounds from your head

to work out your neck,” he notes. “You can get a

complete workout in about eight minutes.”

Neck workouts are an important part of Syracuse athletes’ strength and

conditioning, and Hicks says his players have seen immediate benefits. “While we don’t just use

the Halo, in the time since we’ve started using it, we’ve seen players’ neck circumferences go up and their injuries go down,” he says.

While the research on neck strength’s role in concussions doesn’t draw definitive conclusions, Hicks believes strong necks are vital for athletes. “You’re doing the right thing by getting it stronger,” he says. “There’s really no drawback—if we can help one player not suffer a serious injury due to having a stronger neck, it will be well worth it.”

Likewise, neurosurgeons agree that force dissipation is key in protecting the valuable cargo in our craniums, and a stronger neck will help dissipate the force of a blow to the head. Kreis agrees. “When it comes to the head and the neck, we see the injuries occurring,” he says. “But we’re not doing enough to prevent them. The Halo is a step in the right direction because it does a fantastic job promoting overall neck strength.”

A Dynamic Neck Workout

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Nutritional Products

Optimal RecOveRy RatiORockin’ Refuel is a high-quality, natural protein beverage with the great taste of real milk. Rockin’ Refuel Intense Recovery provides the 2:1 carb-to-protein ratio optimal for muscle recovery with 20 grams of protein. Muscle Recovery has 17 grams of protein, with no added sugar.

And it’s NCAA compliant, which is why more than 140 college and university athletic departments choose Rockin’ Refuel. It starts with real milk, and ends with real results.Shamrock Farms • 602-272-6721www.rockinrefuel.com Circle No. 534

DROps Of eneRgyCytomax Energy Drops™ are a portable and chewable means to deliver a precise blend of carbohydrates and essential electrolytes. Cytomax Energy Drops™ may be used before and during training. Each portable pouch provides 10 individual chews. Cytomax Energy

Drops™ are available in two great-tasting flavor options: Tropical Fruit + Pomegranate Berry (non-caffeinated) and Orange + Tangerine (50 mg of caffeine per pouch). Tropical Fruit + Pomegranate Berry is collegiate compliant.CytoSport, Inc. • 888-298-6629 www.cytosport.com Circle No. 535

enhance pROtein intakeKlean Isolate contains no flavoring, sweeten-ers, or other artificial ingredients. This pure whey protein powder can easily be added to any beverage to enhance daily protein and amino acid intake. Klean Isolate is part of the Klean Athlete line of nutritional supplements, a new line of certified supplements backed

by more than 50 years of science, dedicated research, and manufacturing excellence. Klean Isolate is NSF Certified for Sport®. Klean Athlete by Douglas Laboratories • 855-255-5326www.kleanathlete.com Circle No. 536

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seRiOus hyDRatiOn The Right Stuff® hydration formula from NASA is used by high school and college teams across the U.S.—as well as pros and Olympians—for training and event-day regimens. Numerous published studies show that the NASA-developed formula is superior for fighting dehydration symptoms (e.g.,

cramps, headaches, and muscle fatigue), improving core thermoregulation, protecting the body from overheating during times of high exertion and in high heat settings, and increasing endurance by more than 20 percent compared to other NASA-tested formula. The Right Stuff, Serious Hydration for Serious Athletes™ uses technology exclusively licensed from NASA (U.S. Patent No. 5,447,730).The Right Stuff • 720-684-6584www.TheRightStuff-USA.com Circle No. 548

Replenishes nutRientsThe nutrient profile of chocolate milk is what makes it so effective as a post-exercise recovery beverage. It has the right mix of protein and carbs that are scientifically shown to refuel exhausted muscles, and fluids and electrolytes to rehydrate and help replenish nutrients lost in sweat. Low-fat chocolate milk also has nine essential nutrients that an athlete needs. To learn more about the science around refueling with chocolate milk, visit Milk PEP online. MilkPEP • 202-737-0153www.gotchocolatemilk.com Circle No. 551

sustaineD hyDRatiOn CeraSport and CeraSport EX1 rice-based hydration and performance drinks, developed along with doctors from Johns Hopkins, feature a patented blend of brown rice and essential electrolytes, including citrate to counteract acido-sis. CeraSport is fat-free and certified gluten-free. It provides energy for performance and quick yet sustained hydration. Available in powder, concentrate, and ready-to-drink in several flavors, CeraSport can be delivered to your school, office or home. CeraSport • 866-237-2770 www.cerasport.com Circle No. 556

Well BalanceDEvery delicious Balance Bar provides long-lasting energy based on the 40/30/30 nutritional formula, with the ideal caloric ratio of 40% carbohydrates to 30% protein to 30% dietary fat. Bal-ance Bar is made with the ingredients and flavors athletes love so they’re sure to enjoy every bite! Learn more at Balancebar.com.MET-Rx® Engineered Nutrition • 800-996-3879www.MET-Rx.com Circle No. 558

suppORts muscle ReBuilDingG Series Protein Recovery Beverage is a protein and carbohydrate beverage formulated with the consistency of a thirst quencher. It has an effective amount of protein that contains essential amino acids needed to help support muscle rebuilding after training or competition. G Series Recover should be consumed within about 60 minutes after exercise for maximum muscle benefit.Gatorade • 800-884-2867www.gatorade.com Circle No. 564

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Ultra-ConCentratedMonster Amino™ is an ultra-concentrated BCAA formula that delivers an 8:1:1 ratio of leucine to isoleucine to valine. Recent university research shows that a leucine-enriched beverage consumed along with exercise synergistically activates and prolongs activity of the mTOR signaling pathway, which increases muscle anabolic potential (muscle growth). The mTOR pathway is the “trigger” that signals the very genesis of muscle protein synthesis.CytoSport, Inc. • 888-298-6629 www.cytosport.com Circle No. 538

ProPer ProPortionsKlean Multivitamin, part of the Klean Athlete™ line of nutritional supplements, is specially formulated for the unique needs of athletes. Each tablet has been carefully developed to contain the right proportions of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and other nutrients without the danger of toxic build-up or other side effects. The unique fruit and

vegetable blend contains ingredients such as Lutein, Lycopene, Zeaxanthin, Astaxanthin, and Pterostilbene, which are not found in other multivitamins. Klean Multivitamin uses EZ Swallow Technology and a twice-daily dose to assist with compliance for daily consumption. Klean Multivitamin is NSF Certified for Sport®. Klean Athlete by Douglas Laboratories • 855-255-5326www.kleanathlete.com Circle No. 537

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rePlenish and reCoverThe MET-Rx® Nutrition Shake Collegiate Series is a convenient, pre-mixed, ready-to-drink shake

that delivers 18 grams of Metamyosyn® enhanced protein. It provides 240 calories with only two grams of fat. It’s a great way to rapidly replenish glycogen (muscle energy) and begin muscle recovery post-workout. The shake comes in delicious chocolate and vanilla flavors. MET-Rx® Engineered Nutrition • 800-996-3879www.MET-Rx.com Circle No. 557

Pre-Game FUelG Series Energy Chews are a pre-game fuel in a convenient form. They are designed to be used about 15 minutes prior to training or competition to provide energy from a concentrated blend of carbohydrates to fuel athlete performance. G Series Energy Chews help make carbohydrate energy rapidly available to working muscles for the start of activity, so athletes might feel the difference at the beginning of training or competition.Gatorade • 800-884-2867www.gatorade.com Circle No. 565

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Bulletin Board (pages 5-6)Objective: Learn about recent research, current issues, and news items of interest pertaining to sports medicine.

1. In the study predicting concussion recovery, which symptom was associated with lasting concussion symptoms in male athletes? a) Nauseab) Amnesiac) Drowsinessd) Difficulty concentrating

2. Researchers found that athletes who displayed more than ____ concussion symptoms at the time of injury were at double the risk for the injury to linger more than a week. a) One b) Twoc) Threed) Four

3. What makes NCAA Division III’s sickle cell testing rule different from Divisions I and II? a) An educational component, regardless of riskb) Only athletes at risk are required to be educatedc) There is no financial assistance for the testsd) Athletes who test positive are barred from participating

4. What did the research on over-use injuries suggest to protect athletes? a) Complete breaks from sportsb) Participating in a variety of unorganized sportsc) Focusing on proper techniques d) Limiting hours spent practicing

5. How many days of rest did the soccer players have before their tensiomyography measurements were taken? a) Twob) Threec) Fourd) Five

The Art of ART (pages 16-23)Objective: A look at Active Release Techniques (ART) and how it can be incorporated into your program.

6. What is ART? a) An assisted recovery system for balance issuesb) A strength training program c) A concussion diagnosis protocold) A soft tissue management system 7. What makes up the ART system? a) Tendon and fascia manipulationb) Solely heat and ice techniques c) Muscle, ligament, and nerve entrapment protocolsd) Stretching protocols

8. The ART portion of a treatment session typically lasts ___ minutes. a) Five to 10 b) 10 to 15 c) 15 to 20 d) 20 to 25 9. How many contact methods are there in the ART system? a) 10b) 11c) 12d) 13

10. A typical soft tissue injury requires ____ passes. a) One to three b) Three to five c) Five to seven d) Seven to nine

11. How many ART certification courses are there? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four

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12. What is one of the biggest skills instructed and emphasized in the ART courses? a) Touchb) Accuracy c) Protocols d) Diagnosis

Aiming Higher (pages 35-39)Objective: Find out what you should know when your athletes are interested in using an outside facility for strength training. 13. Which of the following is not a benefit for athletes using an outside facility? a) Having a system to monitor results b) Limited equipment selectionc) New and developed programs d) A change in routine and scenery

14. What is one of the author’s recommended ways of finding out about a facility? a) Asking its clientele about programming b) Checking out its Web site c) Consulting with fellow strength coachesd) Observing a workout

15. Along with an exercise physiology degree and NSCA, NASM, and/or ACSM certifications, what should the facility’s staff have? a) Liability insuranceb) A physical therapy degreec) Flexible hours for working with clientsd) Drug prevention education

16. Which of the following items should a strength coach evaluate when inspecting an outside facility where a student-athlete wants to train? a) The size and location of coaches’ offices b) How much parking is available for athletesc) Whether the equipment is well maintained and regularly inspectedd) The type of flooring

17. You should ask the facility’s staff to update you on progress and participation _____. a) Daily b) Weeklyc) Bi-weekly d) Monthly

18. What is not one of the topics you should discuss when getting an update about one of your athletes from the staff at an outside facility?a) The intensity and duration of workoutsb) Any injuries that the athlete may have sufferedc) How the athlete compares to others at the facilityd) Whether the athlete is participating regularly

Strength in Unity (pages 49-54)Objective: See how Kansas State University’s Director of Strength and Conditioning focuses on team building during workouts.

19. Why does the author believe the player-coach relationship has become so significant? a) Increased focusb) Increased distractionsc) Increased communication d) Increased intensity

20. What does the author say is the most effective way to demonstrate your knowledge of strength and conditioning to your athletes? a) Displaying your diplomas and certifications in your officeb) Giving them detailed explanations of triple extension c) Using coaching cues that athletes can relate tod) Teaching a strength and conditioning class

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22. Which of the following is not a benefit of using adverse and uncomfortable situations during training? a) It identifies those who are not ready to put the team before themselvesb) It encourages sacrificec) It promotes communication and leadershipd) It keeps athletes from getting complacent during workouts

23.Why does the author use a cumulative time for the entire team to meet during sprints rather than individual times? a) It’s easier to trackb) Athletes like it better c) It teaches players that their teammates are counting on them d) There’s no competition among players

24. During “Difference Makers,” the players perform a drill for ___ minutes straight. a) Fourb) Five c) Six d) Seven

25. What was one of the suggested competitive events to use at the end of workouts? a) Tug-of-warb) Squatsc) Bench pressesd) A multi-sport “Superstars” competition

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