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You know the pool is great for rehab, but how about making it a part of your strength-training program? Pool workouts can build your athletes’ fitness while safeguarding them from overuse injuries.By Maria Hutsick

Leadership

23 Ready to Retire

Whether you dream about taking on new challenges or playing golf all day in your retirement, neither happens without some preparation. In this article, six athletic trainers talk about how they are making (or have made) the transition.By Kenny Berkowitz

Nutrition

31 The Strongest Survive

It doesn’t substitute for proper training or diet, but creatine can have a place in a strength program. The key is knowing how to use it.By David Hill

Treating The Athlete

39 Hot But Not Bothered

August in South Carolina is hot and humid. NATA Hall of Famer Rod Walters explains how he helps the Gamecocks beat the preseason heat.By Dr. Rod Walters

Sport Specific

48 Changing Direction

When Bradley University men’s basketball revamped its in-season strength and conditioning program last year, the end result was a trip to the Sweet Sixteen.By Ronnie Wright

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6 NCAA releases drug use study … triad research among high school athletes … kudos to our editorial board members.

Comeback Athlete

10 Ali Mims Florida State University

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37 Exertional Heat Stroke

54 Special Section Web Site Supplier Profiles

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On the cover: Author Maria Hutsick watches one of her athletes perform a pool workout. Article begins on page 16. Photo ©Mark Morelli.

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If your athletes don’t have thebest communication skills,we suggest listening to their urine.The case for drinking Gatorade® during exercise.

They’re in high school. They’re awkward. It’s just not realistic to expect them to tell you how they feel.

But you need to find out what’s causing some of them to complain of dizziness and disorientation

during two-a-days. Help the players help themselves. Drill it into their heads; urine should look more like

lemonade than apple juice. Some believe that dehydration during exercise stems only from not drinking

enough water. Potentially, it could be that they’re drinking only water.

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So, this is what we’ve learned from the urinals: the carbohydrates and electrolytes in Gatorade

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Marjorie Albohm, MS, ATC/LDirector of Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Research,Orthopaedics Indianapolis

Jon Almquist, ATCSpecialist, Fairfax County (Va.) Pub. Schools Athletic Training Program

Brian Awbrey, MDDept. of Orthopaedic Surgery,Massachusetts General Hospital,and Instructor in Orthopaedics,Harvard Medical School

Jim Berry, MEd, ATC, SCAT/EMT-BDirector of Sports Medicineand Head Athletic Trainer,Myrtle Beach (S.C.) High School

Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDDirector, Sports Medicine Nutrition Program, University of PittsburghMedical Ctr. Health System

Christine Bonci, MS, ATCAsst. A.D. for Sports Medicine,Women’s Athletics, University of Texas

Cynthia “Sam” Booth, ATC, PhDManager, Outpatient Therapyand Sportsmedicine,MeritCare Health System

Debra Brooks, CNMT, LMT, PhDCEO, Iowa NeuroMuscular Therapy Center

Cindy Chang, MDHead Team Physician,University of California-Berkeley

Dan Cipriani, PhD, PTAssistant Professor, Dept. of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, San Diego State Univ.

Gray Cook, MSPT, OCS, CSCSClinic Director, Orthopedic & Sports Phys. Ther., Dunn, Cook, and Assoc.

Bernie DePalma, MEd, PT, ATCHead Athl. Trainer/Phys. Therapist,Cornell University

Lori Dewald, EdD, ATC, CHESAthletic Training Program Director and Associate Professor of Health Education, University of Minnesota-Duluth

Jeff Dilts, Director, Business Development & Marketing, National Academy of Sports Medicine

David Ellis, RD, LMNT, CSCSSports Alliance, Inc.

Boyd Epley, MEd, CSCSDirector of Coaching Performance,National Strength & Conditioning Association

Peter Friesen, ATC, NSCA-CPT, CSCS, CAT, Head Ath. Trainer/ Cond. Coach, Carolina Hurricanes

Lance Fujiwara, MEd, ATC, EMTDirector of Sports Medicine,Virginia Military Institute

Vern Gambetta, MA, President, Gambetta Sports Training Systems

Joe Gieck, EdD, ATR, PTDirector of Sports Medicine and Prof., Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia (retired)

Brian Goodstein, MS, ATC, CSCS, Head Athletic Trainer, DC United

Gary Gray, PT, President, CEO, Functional Design Systems

Maria Hutsick, MS, ATC/L, CSCSHead Athletic Trainer, Boston University

Christopher Ingersoll, PhD, ATC, FACSM Director, Graduate Programs in Sports Medicine/Athletic TrainingUniversity of Virginia

Jeff Konin, PhD, ATC, PTVisiting Associate Professor,University of South Florida

Tim McClellan, MS, CSCSDirector of Perf. Enhancement,Makeplays.com Center for Human Performance

Michael Merk, MEd, CSCSDirector of Health & Fitness,YMCA of Greater Cleveland

Jenny Moshak, MS, ATC, CSCSAsst. A.D. for Sports Medicine,University of Tennessee

Steve Myrland, CSCSOwner, Manager, Perf. Coach,Myrland Sports Training, LLCInstructor and Consultant,University of Wisconsin Sports Medicine

Mike Nitka, MS, CSCSDirector of Human Performance,Muskego (Wisc.) High School

Bruno Pauletto, MS, CSCSPresident, Power Systems, Inc.

Stephen Perle, DC, CCSPAssociate Prof. of Clin. Sciences,University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic

Brian Roberts, MS, ATC, Director, Sport Performance & Rehab. Ctr.

Ellyn Robinson, DPE, CSCS, CPTAssistant Professor, Exercise Science Program,Bridgewater State College

Kent Scriber, EdD, ATC, PTProfessor/Supervisor of Athletic Training, Ithaca College

Chip Sigmon, CSCSStrength and Conditioning Coach,Carolina Medical Center

Bonnie J. Siple, MS, ATCCoordinator, Athletic Training Education Program & Services, Slippery Rock University

Chad Starkey, PhD, ATCVisiting ProfessorAthletic Training Education ProgramOhio University

Ralph Stephens, LMT, NCTMBSports Massage Therapist,Ralph Stephens Seminars

Fred Tedeschi, ATCHead Athletic Trainer, Chicago Bulls

Terrence Todd, PhD, Co-Director, Todd-McLean Physical Culture Collection, Dept. of Kinesiology & Health Ed., University of Texas-Austin

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NCAA Releases Drug Use Study

Twenty-four percent of college athletes who use steroids are certain that their coaches know they use them, and 21 percent say their coach, athletic trainer, or team physician supplies the drugs. Those findings are part of the most recent NCAA Study of Substance Use Habits of College Student-Athletes, released in its entirety in April. Conducted every four years, the study polls students across all NCAA divisions. Twenty thousand athletes responded to the most recent survey.

The good news, however, is that overall steroid use fell from 1.5 to 1.2 percent between 2001 and 2004. The NCAA attri-butes declining use to successful education programs for stu-dent-athletes, but urges better steroid education for coaches who may be turning a blind eye.

Continuing a decade-long trend, amphetamine use increased during the four-year period, from 3.2 to four per-cent. Division III athletes reported the highest level of use at 4.6 percent. Among amphetamine users, 31.9 percent said they take the drugs, which include Ritalin and Adderall, to combat Attention Deficit Disorder. However, there is concern that athletes with prescriptions are passing amphetamines along to teammates. Nearly 7.5 percent of users say they take amphetamines for a performance boost, and 27.9 percent take them to increase energy. Softball players reported the highest rate of amphetamine use, at 5.2 percent.

Consistent with previous years’ data, most athletes who reported using amphetamines, steroids, and other ergogenic drugs said they began using them in high school. More than half of steroid users began using the drug in high school, compared with 35 percent who started in college and 14 per-cent who started prior to high school.

A new drug testing policy is in effect this summer, as the NCAA seeks to close a lingering window of opportunity for athletes to use drugs—the summer months. Athletes in Divi-sions I and II are now eligible for random testing in June and July. All sports are eligible, but this year’s focus is on Division I baseball and football.

According to the National Center for Drug Free Sport, which conducts drug testing for the NCAA, five to 10 athletes from each team are being randomly selected for testing this sum-mer. If the selected students aren’t on campus, drug testing collectors will visit their homes or workplaces. Athletes who test positive will lose their eligibility for one calendar year.

■ The 2005 NCAA Study of Substance Use Habits of College Student-Athletes can be downloaded at: www.ncaa.org/library/research/substance_use_hab-its/2006/2006_substance_use_report.pdf.

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The study, conducted by J. Anthony von Fraunhofer, PhD, Director of Biomaterials Research at the University of Mary-land Dental School, used extracted teeth to simulate 13 years of normal exposure to energy drinks, fitness water, sports drinks, lemonade, and iced tea. When von Fraunhofer weighed the teeth after exposure, he discovered that expos-ing teeth to sports drinks stripped them of more enamel than exposing them to iced tea or cola—an effect he attributes to the organic acids contained in citrus flavors, a common sports drink ingredient that can break down calcium.

The sports drink industry takes issue with the study, claim-ing that von Fraunhofer’s methods were too different from real-world consumption to be useful. The industry also points to an earlier study in the 2002 issue of the European journal Caries Research that found no relationship between sports drinks and tooth decay.

More research is needed, but for athletes who want to lower their risk, dentists suggest the following tips:• Gulp sports drinks, don’t sip. Athletes who take a swig from

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• Rinse with water after finishing the sports drink.• Use a straw.• Avoid tooth brushing immediately after consumption.

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• Cut back on sports drinks by alternating with water.

■ Read von Fraunhofer’s study, “Effects of Sports Drinks and Other Beverages on Dental Enamel,” in General Den-

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Triad Risk Starts Early

Those hoping to prevent female athletes from developing the symptoms of female athlete triad syndrome—disordered eat-ing, menstrual irregularities, and low bone mass—would do well to focus education efforts on high school girls, according to a study published in the February 2006 issue of the Archives

of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. San Diego State Uni-versity researchers examined 170 female high school athletes

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State Universe. “These conditions may happen earlier than realized and these professionals should start to encour-age positive behaviors now.”

■ The study, “Prevalence of the Fe-male Athlete Triad Syndrome Among High School Athletes,” can be ac-cessed by going to: archpedi.ama-assn.org. Click on “past issues,” then click on “February, 2006.”

Editorial Board Members Honored

During the National Athletic Trainers’ Association’s 57th Annual Meeting and Clinical Symposia in Atlanta in June, sev-eral members of the Training & Condi-

tioning Editorial Board were recognized for their contributions to the profession. At Training & Conditioning, we would like to extend our congratulations to the following individuals, whose insight con-sistently helps us in our mission:

Jon Almquist, ATC, Specialist, Fairfax County (Va.) Public Schools: Most Dis-tinguished Athletic Trainer Award.Jim Berry, MEd, ATC, Director of Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer, Myrtle Beach (S.C.) High School: Ath-letic Trainer Service Award.Tina Bonci, MS, ATC, Assistant Athlet-ic Director for Sports Medicine, Wom-en’s Athletics, University of Texas: Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Award.Chris Ingersoll, PhD, ATC, Director, Graduate Programs in Sports Medi-cine/Athletic Training, University of Vir-ginia: NATA Foundation Volunteer of the Year Award.Chad Starkey, PhD, LAT, ATC, Visiting Professor, Athletic Training Education Program, Ohio University: Most Dis-tinguished Athletic Trainer Award and Sayers “Bud” Miller Distinguished Edu-cator Award. ■

Professor of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences and co-author of the study, told the San Diego State Universe. Nichols added that this finding is par-ticularly troubling because women develop 98 percent of their total bone mass by about age 20.

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in eight sports for the study, and discov-ered that 20 percent of them exhibited at least one aspect of the triad.

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“The complications weren’t really anyone’s fault—every-thing was done exactly right during the initial rod placement,” Borom adds. “But she got an infection and that led to a whole bunch of other problems.”

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Around the Florida State University campus, goalkeeper Ali Mims is known as “the soccer player who broke her leg.” Mims earned the nickname after sustaining a closed left tibia frac-ture on Aug. 23, 2002, and spending the better part of two years on crutches. Though medically accurate, the label barely begins to describe the trials and tribulations Mims experienced on her way back to defending the net. After having intramedullary rod placement surgery, Mims began a multi-year journey down a road fraught with complications, 21 separate surgeries, and countless hours of rehab.

But the road also delivered her to the FSU starting lineup at the start of the 2005 season, where she led her team to a Final Four appearance in the NCAA Division I Women’s Soc-cer Championship. Despite permanent foot and ankle pain and some lost athleticism, Mims recorded seven shutouts on the season and provided plenty of inspiration and leadership for a young but talented team.

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tions. “When I was alone, especially at night, I would cry my-self to sleep and ask, ‘Is it really worth going through all this pain just to play soccer?’” she says. “There were plenty of times when I couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. It seemed like I was taking one step forward and two steps back every day.”

Mims says the support she received from her teammates, coaches, as well as Kelly, Borom and other sports medicine personnel at Total Orthopedic Care, helped keep her moti-vated through those dark times. “My teammates and coaches were very good at reminding me that, ‘Hey, we haven’t forgot about you and we can’t wait for you to be back out there with us,’” says Mims. “It helped to hear that stuff all the time. It got me back on track and focused on what I was fighting for.

“The hardest part was watching practices and games and knowing I couldn’t contribute,” says Mims. “Yet it was also the best part of my day, because that’s what I love to do and be around.”

During that time, Mims also heard plenty of voices urging her to look at the big picture. Returning to play was an option, but some doctors warned that playing could lead to long-term problems. “They told Ali, ‘We can’t guarantee that what you’re doing now won’t affect you 10 or 20 years from now,’” says Kelly. “But Ali had a passion, and I don’t think anyone could have swayed her drive to continue competing in athletics.”

After one last surgery—her 21st in all—to remove an an-tibiotic rod and clean up some of the hardware around her

big toe in November 2003, Mims once again began rehab. “That spring she had a lot of work to do because she hadn’t quite recovered from having her toe tendons released and the hardware removed,” says Kelly. “We started with the same basic protocols as before. At first we did a lot of un-derwater treadmill work so that we weren’t loading the area unnecessarily, which would have made her compensate for the injury.”

As Mims grew stronger, she began land-based exercises, and Kelly introduced other strengthening work such as towel gathers, wobble board and Thera-Band exercises, ladder drills, and tibial hammer and proprioceptive training drills. During those months she also began concentrating on goal-keeper-specific drills. “There wasn’t a day she didn’t give 100 percent in rehab,” says Kelly. “She never complained,

one-on-one with Mims for two hours a day after her incisions were closed.

After a few weeks, Mims regained some strength and ROM and was cleared to participate in the team’s spring workouts on a limited basis. But all was not right. Mims had painful tingling at the bottom of her left foot that did not respond to treatment. In addition, the big toe on her left foot contracted whenever her foot dorsiflexed.

“As time progressed, her big toe began clawing up and the pain was increasing,” says Kelly. “It got to where she wasn’t able to continue a normal rehab protocol. Imagine simply walking around with your toe constantly in the curled posi-tion. Add the demands of soccer into the equation and you’re talking about a lot of pain.”

Kelly’s concern about Mims’s symptoms was justified by Borom, who diagnosed her with several ailments. First, he found nerve entrapment that was a side effect of Mims’s ear-lier compartment syndrome. This had produced dysesthe-sia, or a painful pins-and-needles sensation at the bottom of Mims’s foot. Because dysesthesia is not treatable beyond pain management, Mims will likely be on medication for the condition for the rest of her life.

Borom also honed in on Mims’s big toe. “When her left foot dorsiflexed, it caused a severe contracture of her big toe, which would rub uncomfortably against the top of her shoe,” says Borom. “After discussing the options, we elect-ed to fuse the big toe into a straightened position, and also release the tendons of all five toes to prevent clawing and contracture.”

Around the same time as this procedure, Mims also had the locking rod screws from her tibial rod removed to relieve some soft tissue irritation they were causing. Mims was again on crutches and in a walking boot for five weeks, perform-ing mild ankle and toe ROM exercises. Once out of the boot she began aquatic therapy with Kelly to work on flexibility and strengthening. But just as Mims was noticing improvement in her rehab, further testing revealed chronic osteomyelitis, a latent deep infection around the screw removal sites. Borom surmised that the condition had carried over from her initial injury and was awakened by the screw removal. The diagno-sis meant more surgeries to clear the infection and an end to her goal of coming back for the 2003 season.

That fall, Mims experienced a torrent of conflicting emo-

Mims controls her foot and leg pain by taking medication three times a day, but it is always present. She continues to suffer from dysesthesia, which she compares to walking on seashells. “There are times when my leg really hurts, especially after a hard week of practice. But usually, I’m pretty good about blocking out the pain.”

“When her left foot dorsiflexed, it caused a severe contracture of her big toe,

which would rub uncomfortably against the top of her shoe … After discussing

the options, we elected to fuse the big toe into a straightened position, and

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never whined. She said, ‘Just tell me what I need to do to get back on the field.’”

After this final period of rehab, Mims finally rejoined her teammates for the 2004 season. She served as a backup, appearing in three games, starting one, and didn’t allow a goal. Mims was still not at the top of her game, but was begin-ning to taste some of the fruits of her labor.

That spring, Mims received a bachelor’s degree in busi-ness and enrolled in FSU’s MBA program. When the 2005

season opened, she was granted two medical redshirt years and was named the starting goalkeeper. She was charged with anchoring the backline for one of the ACC’s most inex-perienced teams. Picked in the preseason to finish sixth in the league and unranked in national polls, FSU relied on a stingy defense and plenty of hustle as the team powered its way to the Champions Cup Final Four.

Mims plays with pain and limitation, however. She controls her foot and leg pain by taking medication three times a day, but it is always present. She continues to suffer from dyses-

thesia, which she compares to walking on seashells. “There are times when my leg really hurts, especially after

a hard week of practice,” says Mims. “But usually, I’m pretty good about blocking out the pain because it’s always there and I’ve gotten used to it.”

And there’s no doubt the accumulation of surgeries has robbed much of her athleticism, specifically quickness and leaping ability. “I’m about 90 percent of what I was pre-in-jury and I probably won’t ever be better than that, so I have to make do with the abilities I have,” Mims says. “Come game time, most of goalkeeping is mental anyway. It also helps that because of the position I play, a lot of the speed I’m missing isn’t that important. If I were a field player, I never would have been able to return.”

Mims has also gotten used to understanding her limita-tions, and forces her ego to take a back seat come game time. “When my leg is hurting, someone else will step in and take a couple goal kicks for me,” she says. “I’ve learned when not to push it.”

And when the team’s quarterfinal game against the Univer-sity of North Carolina at the 2005 NCAA tournament ended in a 1-1 tie, Mims knew she would be giving up the spotlight during the shootout. Reserve goalkeeper Minna Pyykko took Mims’s place, making a dramatic save to lead FSU to a 5-4 edge in penalty kicks.

“It was something decided before the game started,” says Mims. “If we went to a shootout, Minna would go in. I had

“I’ve seen people with similar injuries go on complete disability and never work for the rest of their lives … And Ali’s out there playing soccer—and playing well.”

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done my job, so I got to sit back and watch her do hers. It was great.”

Looking ahead, Mims is excited about the 2006 season and compet-ing for a national championship. But a day doesn’t go by when she isn’t re-minded of the past, and the help and support she received from her phy-sicians (including Doug Henderson, MD, an orthopedist at the Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic who helped handle Mims’s case) as well as her athletic trainer. “Rhonda has been by my side every step of the way,” says Mims, not-ing that Kelly accompanied her on ev-ery doctor’s visit—50 trips to Borom’s office in 2003 alone. “She put so much time into me—not only in rehab, but into designing the program and thinking about what would be best for me.

“Rhonda did everything possible to get it right,” Mims continues. “She wants all of her patients to return stronger than they were before. She doesn’t just treat the injury, she treats the person.”

For Kelly, that approach starts with getting to know her patient. “You have to look at the big picture of an indi-vidual, not just the cards they’ve been dealt,” says Kelly. “When you ask about all the facets of their life and show a genuine interest, it builds trust between you and the athlete. You have to work hard to gain it and it’s essen-tial that you don’t lose it, especially when dealing with such a sensitive and drawn out injury like Ali’s.”

Mims also credits Borom’s thorough approach as a big reason for her come-back. “He really cared about me—not just getting me back on the field, but also what was best for my life after soc-cer,” says Mims. “He answered all my questions and left no stone unturned. I feel blessed that this experience has left me with really great friendships with both Rhonda and Dr. Borom.”

In 2005, Borom attended one of Mims’s first starts, which he says was like watching one of his own kids play. Since then, he has attended at least six more games. “I’ve seen people with much lesser injuries just totally give up—and I’ve seen people with simi-lar injuries go on complete disability and never work for the rest of their lives,” says Borom. “And Ali’s out there

playing soccer—and playing well.” “It was a tough road, but it’s made

me the player and person I am today,” says Mims. “A lot of people know me as ‘the soccer player who broke her leg’ and I’m not really bothered by it.

“Most of those people—and none of my current teammates—were even here when the injury happened,” she contin-ues. “They just hear the stories. I really hope those stories can inspire other people going through an injury and en-courage them to not give up.” ■

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Maria Hutsick, MS, LATC, ATC, CSCS,

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Many of our coaches used to laugh when I told them their athletes could benefit from a water workout. They

were under the impression that a wa-ter workout meant simply splashing around and having fun in the pool. They stopped laughing, however, once they saw one.

We have all heard about (and many of us use) aquatic therapy for rehab, but have you considered applying the same ideas to training healthy athletes? If you are looking for a way to design intense workouts that don’t lead to soreness or risk injury, then water workouts are a great idea.

Working out in the pool has many benefits. When standing in chest deep water, an athlete weighs only 10 percent of his or her normal body weight. The reduction means athletes can work out harder at higher intensity levels several days in a row, without causing wear and tear on their joints and general muscle soreness. Not many strength coaches would allow an athlete to do two land-based, high-intensity sprint workouts on consecutive days, but when working out in a pool you can do two or three intense workouts in a row and not wor-ry about overtraining injuries.

In addition, water is 12 percent more resistant than air because there are no gravitational forces. Working out in a pool for 30 minutes gives you similar benefits of a two-hour, land-based work-out. Water accommodates resistance—the harder you push or pull through it, the more resistance you experience.

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their muscles both eccentrically and concentrically. This allows an equal ra-tio of strength and reciprocal contrac-tion and relaxation of the muscles.

PROGRAM DESIGNWhen planning an aquatic workout, follow the same principles as those of land-based exercises. Frequency, in-tensity, and volume must be consid-ered, while planning and periodization are also important. You should struc-ture the workouts with specific goals and organization. For example, decide whether you want to use water work-outs as your primary exercise vehicle or just occasionally as an adjunct for speed and plyometric work. There are plen-ty of implementation options for water workouts—the key is figuring out what fits for you and your training program.

You can conduct a water workout in a large pool, a small pool, or anyplace that has enough water to fit the number of athletes you are training. I have even put football athletes in a lake during some of our preseason camps in Maine. If you don’t have a pool at your school, you can sometimes use pools at hotels or fitness clubs.

Water workouts can be done in vary-ing depths for specific purposes. Deep water is best for cardio work, while chest deep water is great for interval and pow-er workouts, as well as plyometrics.

Almost any exercise you do on land can be done in the water. For both up-per and lower body exercises, addition-al resistance can be added with water dumbbells, hand paddles, leg resistance,

weighted boots, and bungee cords. You can also use the athletes’ equipment to make the workout very sport-specific—a tennis racket, hockey stick, or bat can be effective additions to pool workouts.

Just like on land, correct body posi-tion is very important when performing the exercises. Water is great for empha-sizing proper body position because it naturally slows down motion.

Here is an example of a water work-out that incorporates strength, plyos, and cardio:

Warm-up: Almost anything that rais-es heart rate and gets the blood circu-lating is an acceptable warmup. For example, athletes can swim two lengths of the pool using any stroke or do cal-isthenics such as jumping jacks or high knees in chest-deep water.

Strength: Lunges can be done in chest deep water—forward, backward, and side-to-side. High kicks can be done in all directions and resistance can be add-ed to the legs to increase the intensity of the workout. Water dumbbells can be incorporated for upper body exercises, and paddles can be added for rotator cuff routines and other types of shoul-der exercises.

Plyometrics: Jumps can be incorpo-

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rated into the workouts by putting box-es or stools in the water. For example, depth jumps can be performed in the water by placing the plyo boxes in the pool at varying depths. Jump off the box, land soft, and jump up out of the water as high as you can. To prevent in-jury, athletes should wear an old pair of sneakers or sturdy aqua shoes.

A pace clock should be visible or a heart rate monitor should be used to as-sess how hard the athlete is working.

Measuring heart rate determines if ath-letes are working hard enough and if they have recovered enough to proceed to the next exercise.

STRENGTH, AGILITY, & PLYOSSome coaches and athletic trainers say they feel limited with pool workouts. But I have found that if you can do an exercise on land, with a little imagina-tion, you can usually adapt it for the pool. For example, to do agility ladder

drills in the pool, you can paint a lad-der on the pool bottom. For plyomet-rics, you can place weighted cones or hurdles on the pool’s bottom and per-form jumps over them. To add more re-sistance, athletes can wear cuff weights on their ankles.

To warm up before strength, agility, or plyometric work, swim a few slow and easy laps. In chest deep water, walk 10 yards forward and then backward. Concentrate on staying on your heels

while taking baby steps. Make sure to swing your arms as you walk.

Here are some lower-body exercises I use:

Hamstring curls: Stand on one leg and perform a hamstring curl with the op-posite leg. Alternate while standing still. Add forward walking followed by back-ward walking. For a plyometric exercise, add a jump while performing the curls.

Forward kicks: Standing in a station-ary position, lift your thigh and kick

your lower leg out in front of you. Al-ternate doing it with each leg followed by forward and backward walking. Add a jump to turn it into a plyometric exercise. For variety, alternate doing six forward kicks and six backward ham-string curls.

Small jumps: Stand with legs apart and knees slightly bent. Then perform four jumps, turn 90 degrees to the right and do four more jumps, then turn 90 degrees to the left and do four jumps. Progress to 180 degree turns, then 360 degree turns.

Lunges to a front kick: Standing on your right leg, lunge back on your left leg, then bring your left leg forward and perform a kick. Repeat four times and switch legs. Use your arms for bal-ance and push the water forward when lunging back. Push the water backward when front kicking.

Skateboards: Imagine that you are standing with your right leg on a skate board and pushing off with your left. Stand on right leg, knee slightly bent. Left leg should be forward. Push with the left leg, pulling it through and be-hind your right. Repeat 10 times and switch legs.

Heel clicks: Jump and click your right heel to your left. Repeat 10 times and switch to your left. You can per-form these while moving forward then backward.

Skips: Skip forward for the length or width of the pool then skip backward to your starting point. Repeat 10 times or perform continuously for 40 seconds. Rest one minute and repeat.

Tire runs: These are the same as tire drills used in football. Pretend that you have two parallel lines of tires and move forward with your body open and verti-cal, legs turned out with feet flexed as you alternate pushing down with each leg. You can add high knees or push for a faster foot turnover.

Frog jumps: With your arms between your knees, push down with your hands and pretend you are hopping over a fire hydrant. Perform 10 reps and repeat.

Side kicks: This is similar to a ka-rate kick. Stand on your right leg and kick out to the side with your left. Re-peat five times with right leg and then switch legs.

Kick board runs: Sit on a kick board with your legs straddling the board, like riding a horse. Use your lower legs to propel you forward the length of the pool and then go in reverse backward

SAFETY FIRSTSAFETY FIRST

Safety is an important component to factor into your water workouts. Athletes must be able to swim, or they must wear an aqua jogger when in deep water. The person conducting

the workouts must also know how to swim and be able to perform a rescue if needed. If you are conducting a workout for more than 10 athletes, an assistant coach or coaches should be present to help control the team and assist in case of an emergency.

There should also be some specific rules in place to ensure safety. For example, no horseplay or running on the deck are standard rules. Diving boards and starting blocks must also be off limits.

Our rules include that athletes entering the pool facility must sit on the pool deck and wait for instructions before entering the water. Also, we always thoroughly explain what the athletes will be doing in the water before they get in. This helps remove the temp-tation to fool around.

I have found that if you can do an exercise on land, with a little imagination, you can usually adapt

it for the pool … For plyometrics, you can place weighted cones or hurdles on the pool’s bottom

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to your starting position. Here are some of my favorite upper-

body exercises:Sweep in/out: Stand with one leg in

front and one back like a split stance. With arms held out to the side, hold hand paddles or water dumbbells just below the surface, sweeping your arms forward, then back to the starting position.

Breast stroke arms: Using a split stance, hold hand paddles or dumbbells just below the surface of the water with arms relaxed. Extend arms directly in front of your body, then sweep them out to the sides, simulating a swimming breast stroke. Recover to starting posi-tion and repeat.

Curls: With elbows bent and arms at your side, alternate pushing down with one arm and pulling up with the other. Palms can be up or down.

Press/Pulls: Standing in a split stance, begin with arms at your side, palms up. Keeping your arms straight, raise them in front of you to just be-low the surface of the water. Then turn your palms down and push the water down and back behind you. You can do this with both arms at the same

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arms running at 100% effort.

• 8 x 45-second runs, alternate cross country at 80% effort with 15-second jog between each rep.

• 10 x 90-second progression runs.1st 30 seconds at 80%.2nd 30 seconds at 90%.3rd 30 seconds at 100%.One minute recovery jog between each rep.

• 6 x 1-minute runs at 90% effort.30-second jog between each run.

• 10 x 1-minute cross country at 100% effort with resistance.1.5-minute jog between each run.

• 7 x 2-minute runs or cross country at 80-90%.1 to 2-minute jog between each run.

• Pyramid run:1 x 15 seconds at 100%.1 x 30 seconds at 100%.1 x 45 seconds at 100%.1 x 1 minute at 100%.1 x 1.5 minutes at 100%.1 x 2 minutes at 100%.15 to 30-second jog between each run.

as they would when running on a track. Head, shoulders, hips, and feet are ver-tically aligned. In addition, the head should be up, chest out, abdominal mus-cles tight (but don’t hold your breath), and buttocks muscles squeezed together.

Cross country skiing form: In these exercises, the athlete coordinates arms and legs as they would to cross country ski. The body is vertically aligned and legs and arms are kept straight. The basic motion is to scissor the legs for-ward and backward from the hip lead-ing with the toes while the arms pull through the water. Here is a sample speed workout:

• 20 x 15-second runs at 90-100% effort.15-second jog between reps.Do 4 sets of 5 with a 1-minute jog between each set.

• 10 x 30-second runs at 90% effort.30-second jog between reps, alter-nate cross country motion every other rep.

• 25 x 5-second sprints at 100% effort.5-second jog between reps.

• 12 x 18-second high knee, pumping

time or alternate.Pistons: Stand in a split stance with

dumbbells at your side. Alternate pushing up and down like pistons in an engine.

Stick swings: With a tennis racket, baseball or softball bat, golf club, field hockey stick, or ice hockey stick in hand, move the object through the water as you would in sport. Use forehand and backhand stokes, swing the bat both left and right, practice your golf swing, or take shots on goal with hockey sticks.

SPEED WORKFor speed work, I use two running styles to train my athletes in the water. One is a traditional running style and the sec-ond is a more difficult cross-country ski-ing motion. We alternate the two forms to add intensity and keep the workout interesting. Whenever we want all-out, 100-percent effort, we use the tradition-al running motion, which is often more natural for the athletes so they don’t have to think about form as much. Here is a more detailed description of the styles:

Traditional running form: Using a running or marching motion, the ath-lete coordinates arm and leg movements

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At Boston University I have used wa-ter workouts in both team situations and one-on-one. With teams, we typi-cally use water workouts in place of land workouts once or twice a week during the preseason. I have found them especially helpful in preventing the type of leg injuries that often devel-op during preseason training in basket-ball and soccer.

One athlete in particular who ben-efited from water therapy was a U.S. Olympic women’s ice hockey player whose chronic patellar tendonitis side-tracked her workouts, hindering her overall fitness level. I switched all of her workouts to the pool and within a month she gained not only cardio fit-ness, but also power and strength. She was able to return to the ice and was an integral part of the team that won a silver medal at the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics.

Although you may think of water workouts primarily as a rehab tool, you may also want to consider them as an element of strength training. With a lit-tle planning, your athletes can soon be ready to take the plunge. ■

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BY KENNY BERKOWITZ

When he reached 60 years old, Joe Gieck was ready to start winding down his career as an athlet-

ic trainer. At that point, he was teach-ing classes, doing research, and treating athletes as Director of Sports Medicine, Professor of Human Services, and Pro-fessor of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Virginia. He had also been the Director of Life Skills and the Curriculum Director of the university’s masters program in athletic training. And though he enjoyed everything he was doing, he was ready to stop work-ing so darn hard.

Seven years later, Gieck is officially retired from UVa and working part-time as a physical therapist. He likes the freedom of less responsibility and spending more time with his family.

Ready to RetireWhether you dream about taking on new challenges or playing golf all day in your retirement, neither happens without some preparation. In this article, six athletic trainers talk about how they are making (or have made) the transition.

And he continues to reassess his goals every year to make sure he is getting ev-erything he wants out of life.

“All through your career, it’s impor-tant to think about your next step,” says Gieck, EdD, ATR, PT. “But once you hit 50 years old, you need to set aside some time every year to reassess your plans. Where do you see yourself 10 years down the road? Do you still want to be chasing 18-year-olds when you’re 60 or 65? How’s your health? By 50, it’s time to get those things in order.”

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the most dedicated athletic trainers are ready for the next stage.

But what does “the next stage” mean? In this article, we profile six athletic trainers who have made or are making the transition, from full-time, 60-hour-a-week athletic trainers to planning for retirement. For some, the change has to do with slowing down physically and mentally. For others, it is simply time for a different challenge. And for a few, a threat to their health pushed them to rethink their priorities.

FINISHING WELLAt 53 years old, Bucky Taylor consid-ers himself very, very lucky. Thirty-two years ago, fresh out of college, he found his dream job as Head Athletic Trainer at Mesquite (Texas) High School and has been there ever since. He loves his profession and loves coming to work every day. He has invested wisely over the years, and with the help of a good benefits package, he expects to have enough money to carry him through the next stage of life. But at this point, he still doesn’t know what that next stage will be.

“Retirement scares me, because I don’t know that I can find anything that will fulfill me like being a full-time athletic trainer,” says Taylor, MEd, LAT, ATC. “I’ve seen some folks who have transitioned well—they’ve found a niche for themselves, continued to be active, and kept giving back to the pro-fession. I’ve also seen folks who haven’t transitioned well—who are just wan-dering around bored, without a pur-pose, feeling like caged animals.

“I think that the difference is in the preparation they made beforehand,” he continues. “You need an exit plan.”

With three or four years to go before he expects to retire, Taylor is working out the details of his own plan. He’d like to work about 25 hours a week and has started networking with drug-test-ing companies to look into a job ad-ministering tests to area high school students. He’d also like to continue working with younger athletic train-ers and is considering a transition into a formal teaching position or informal mentoring program.

“I can’t completely walk away, so I’d like to do some kind of outreach where I teach the next generation of athletic trainers,” says Taylor. “I think I would enjoy that, because I’ve got some ex-perience that I could pass on to others

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The following are the six athletic trainers we talked to about their plans for retirement.

Bucky Taylor, 53, Head Athletic Trainer at Mesquite (Texas) High School, would like to retire in three or four years. He intends to keep working part-time as an athletic trainer and mentor to younger athletic trainers.

Joe Iezzi, 53, Head Athletic Trainer at Downingtown (Pa.) High School West, plans to retire in six or seven years to become a part-time athletic trainer and consultant.

Dennis Hart, 57, retired as Head Athletic Trainer at North Mesquite (Texas) High School at the end of the school year. He currently works as a middle school athletic trainer and as a marketer for a sports medicine clinic.

Joe Gieck, 67, retired in 2005 as Director of Sports Medicine at the University of Virginia. He keeps active by consulting with community groups, volunteering as a physical therapist, working on his farm, and spending time with his family.

Cash Birdwell, 65, Associate Athletic Director and Football Athletic Trainer at Southern Methodist University, plans to continue as a part-time athletic trainer after retiring this year.

Daphne Benas, 54, Assistant Athletic Trainer at Yale University, is currently laying the foundations for a second career in real estate.


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that might help them down the road.” For inspiration, he’s reading Bob

Buford’s Finishing Well: What Peo-ple Who Really Live Do Differently!, which contains interviews with people like Kenneth Blanchard, T. Boone Pick-ens, and Roger Staubach talking about their successful transitions to retire-ment. Some common threads Taylor has found in their stories include a de-sire to give back, stay productive, and remain physically active.

“Everybody is different, but whoever you are, you need to think about what will meet your needs and what you want to do after you hang up your scis-sors,” says Taylor.

Before he leaves Mesquite, Taylor

hopes to finish training his replacement and create another full-time athletic training position. He is easing out of his leadership responsibilities in the athlet-ic department and delegating more of his athletic training administrative du-ties to his assistant.

“When I leave here, I want to know that this department will have all the tools it needs to keep things going,” says Taylor. “I’ve invested so much of myself in this place, and before I walk away, I’m going to make sure all the bases are covered and the kids have been provided for.”

MAKING A PLANWith only six months to go until re-tirement, Cash Birdwell, MLA, LAT, ATC, is sending out his resume for the first time in 34 years. Currently an As-sociate Athletic Director and Football Athletic Trainer at Southern Methodist University, Birdwell would like to find a part-time position as a hands-on athlet-ic trainer. So he’s reading the want ads, networking with colleagues about new opportunities, and investigating possi-bilities for freelance event coverage in the Houston area.

Birdwell began planning five years

ago when he was diagnosed with can-cer. His first step was to consult with SMU’s human resources department, which confirmed that he was fully qual-ified for retirement benefits and that both he and his wife would continue to be covered by the university’s health plan. From there, Birdwell concentrat-ed on financial planning for his family’s future and started to think about how to make his transition.

His health took a turn for the better, and he has continued to work full-time at SMU, but the cancer was a wake-up

call that it was time to focus on retire-ment plans. No later than December, he will leave SMU, and he’s looking for-ward to setting aside time to relax, en-joy his family, and maintain his health. Ideally, he’ll also work between 15 and 30 hours a week, piecing together gigs covering high schools, junior colleges, long distance races, and cheerleading and sports camps.

Birdwell’s advice is to plan ahead and slowly ease out of the profession. “As athletic trainers, we run the risk of go-ing from being extremely busy to all of

“As athletic trainers, we run the risk of going from being extremely busy to sitting around the house with nothing to do … Or we retire when we’re past the point of burnout.”

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Southwest Athletic Trainers’ Association.“I needed to reduce my work schedule

and allow myself the freedom to spend more time with my extended family,” says Hart. “This is my way of staying involved in athletic training without the extensive demands of the high school season, and I think it’s going to be a re-ally positive change.”

To create the athletic training posi-tion at Mesquite’s middle schools, Hart spent four years reworking his propos-als, ultimately persuading administra-tors that middle school coverage was needed to help protect athletes from in-jury and the school district from liabil-ity. Through the process, he learned the ingredients of a persuasive argument.

“You have to develop a plan and pro-vide justification for your position,” says Hart. “Get insights from your col-leagues in the profession, look for athlet-ic trainers who are already doing similar things, and keep rethinking your pro-posal from an administrator’s perspec-tive. Be persistent and expect success. I always knew this was a good idea, but I needed to refine it to fit the financial re-sources of the school district.”

Mesquite (Texas) High School for a pair of part-time jobs.

Two days a week, he is a part-time athletic trainer for Mesquite’s eight middle schools, traveling to each school once every two weeks. On a

third day, he’ll help market a sports medicine practice of six orthopedic surgeons, visiting former colleagues at schools and sports organizations around the Dallas area.

At 57 years old, Hart gets full retire-ment benefits from the school district, plus a shorter work week, more time with his family, and a new set of pro-fessional challenges. Mesquite’s middle school athletes get their first athletic trainer, and the sports medicine clinic gets a public relations manager with ex-tensive contacts as former president of the

a sudden sitting around the house with nothing to do,” he says. “Or we retire when we’re past the point of burnout and ruin our health.

“Don’t wait to retire until your health is so bad that you need a wheelchair,”

he advises. “Stay active as long as you can, keep setting an example for your staff, and be accountable until your last day on the job.”

CREATING A POSITIONAfter 36 years as a full-time high school athletic trainer, Dennis Hart, MEd, LAT, ATC, decided to slow down by keeping only the part of the job he loves best: working with stu-dent-athletes. He officially began his retirement this summer, trading his job as Head Athletic Trainer at North

“Everybody needs to evaluate themselves every single year to make sure that other people aren’t wondering,

‘When is she going to retire?’ … I know I don’t want to be doing athletic training to the bitter end.”

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learned that if the opportunity is there, you really need to go with it,” she says. “If it doesn’t work out, you’ve still gained some knowledge. There’s a les-son here about being flexible and not being afraid of change.

“Everybody needs to evaluate them-selves every single year to make sure that other people aren’t wondering, ‘When is she going to retire?’” con-tinues Benas. “I know I don’t want to be doing athletic training to the bitter end—there are so many other things that interest me.”

For athletic trainers who are think-ing about switching gears, Hart sug-gests starting with a list of the pros and cons of the profession and your present job. “On one page, make a list of all the things you like about being an athletic trainer,” says Hart. “On another page, make a list of all the things you don’t like about being an athletic trainer. Then ask for some advice. Go to some-body you respect, talk about the issues, and compare your lists to see how you can apply the positives to change the negatives.

“That’s one of the things our profes-sional organizations provide,” he con-tinues, “a group of people who can energize you, motivate you, and help you come up with new ways of ap-proaching athlete care.”

CHANGING CAREERSAt 44 years old, following a diagnosis of breast cancer, Daphne Benas stepped down as Head Athletic Trainer at Yale University. In the 10 years since, she’s worked as Assistant Athletic Trainer during the school year and taken sum-mers off to work as a physical therapist. After years of 60-hour work weeks—plus many more hours at home, catch-ing up on paperwork—she sees reducing her workload as one of the best deci-sions she ever made.

“When I was running a Division I ath-letic training program, my job was with me 24 hours a day,” she says. “I never got away from it. When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, it made me realize there were other things I wanted to do in my life. Those last couple of years being head athletic trainer were very stressful, and I was tired of being tired. I came to realize I needed a change.”

Scaling down from head to assistant athletic trainer has allowed her to work fewer hours, with less travel and less stress. The physical demands are also much more manageable, making it pos-sible to work another job and maintain her health.

It’s also given her time to think and plan for her retirement from athlet-ic training, which will come in five to six years, allowing her to go in a com-pletely different direction: real estate. With a partner, Benas owns 10 apart-ment buildings in downtown New Ha-ven, which they design, renovate, and rent out.

“I love being an athletic trainer, but I also love having the opportunity to

do something totally different,” says Benas, MS, ATC, PT. “Real estate is work with a capital ‘W,’ but it’s very stimulating. I’m still dealing with peo-ple, which is what I’ve been doing for my whole working life. But this offers a new creative outlet, where I get to design apartments. And I know that the work I’ve done as an athletic train-er has helped me prepare to succeed in business.”

Benas says the key to her career transitions has been remaining open to new ideas and opportunities. “I’ve

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WINDING DOWNWith the increasing responsibilities of the profession added to the ongo-ing challenge of recovering from an automobile accident, it’s no surprise that 53-year-old Joe Iezzi is feeling the physical demands of growing old-er. “It’s starting to get to me,” says Iezzi, MS, ATC, PES. “Even though I have an assistant, the things I used to do without an assistant are harder now, because the demands are so much greater than they were before, both at the high school and collegiate level.”

After 13 years as a college athletic trainer, Iezzi is beginning his 19th year as Head Athletic Trainer at Downing-town (Pa.) High School West, where he works between 40 and 60 hours a week. With more teams to cover and more athletes to treat, the job is far more complex than when he started, and injuries from a head-on car colli-sion in 1999 have made it difficult for Iezzi to stand for long periods of time, especially on cold nights.

The accident helped Iezzi focus on the things that are most important to him, including his plans for retirement.

He hopes to stay at his job for another six or seven years, then shift to a com-bination of part-time athletic training and consulting work.

After years of experience as Pres-ident of the Pennsylvania Athletic

Trainers’ Society and a member of the NATA board of directors, Iezzi still en-joys giving presentations, and he plans to continue advocating for the profes-sion in front of regional school boards and giving public lectures about ath-letic training. He’d also like to create a regional substitution system for ath-letic training coverage, which would help athletic trainers find game-day re-placements in cases of sickness or fam-

ily emergencies. But before he makes it to that point, he’s working on winding down the right way.

His plan for the next seven years in-cludes maintaining a healthy balance of work and life. To work more effec-

tively, he’s set a firm treatment sched-ule, learned to say no when athletes and coaches don’t follow those rules, and hired a full-time assistant athletic trainer to provide additional coverage.

When he’s not working with ath-letes, Iezzi takes care of himself. “You have to have a physical outlet,” he says. “Staying physically fit is an im-portant part of avoiding burnout. So is sleep—I try to get my seven or eight

Iezzi plans to continue advocating for the profession in front of regional school boards and giving public lectures about athletic training. He’d also like to create a regional substitution system for athletic training coverage, which would help athletic trainers find game-day replacements in cases of sickness or family emergencies.

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hours every night. And I find time for myself, staying home at night to watch a comedy on television, or officiating high school and college basketball and

baseball games. Even though it’s de-manding, it’s a great release. When I’m officiating, I don’t worry about athlet-ic training or anything else.”

Most of all, he spends more time with his family. “At this stage in life, the monetary compensation isn’t as important as having time away from the job,” he says. “Having weekends with my family has become a lot more important.”

STAYING INVOLVEDWhen Joe Gieck retired a year ago, the athletic training world said goodbye to one of its icons and heroes. But for the

longtime athletic trainer at Virginia, it was time to say hello to being just a regular guy.

Along with volunteering three half-days a week as a physical therapist in the practice of one of his former stu-dents, Gieck keeps busy by consult-ing on substance-abuse policy for the NCAA and working with commu-nity groups on fundraising. He’s also spending time with his family, super-

vising the building of a summer house in Montana, and working on his farm, where he grows hay, manages timber, and rents hunting and fishing cottages. It’s the kind of life he’s been planning for the last seven years, and now that retirement has arrived, it’s been very rewarding. And every year, he keeps reassessing his goals to make sure his schedule leaves enough time to enjoy this next stage of life.

Gieck has doled out a lot of impor-tant advice to athletic trainers over his career, and after years of study-ing burnout in athletic trainers, he has some advice on retirement. “Change is coming, and the best way to prepare yourself is to be proactive,” he says. “Take initiative. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Keep up your exercise rou-tine. Control your diet. Talk to people about your financial plans. Consid-er volunteering in the community. But whatever new tasks you take on, make sure you’re not sucked into feel-ing you’re back at a full-time job. No-body ever carved on their tombstone, ‘I wish I’d spent one more day at the office.’” ■

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IIt’s a classic case of guilt by associ-ation. Average people, including many of your athletes and their parents, have no easy way to wade through media hype surrounding

steroids and other illegal performance enhancers. Every week seems to bring new accusations and innuendo about who’s doing what, leaving the impression that all performance-enhancing substances are the same and anything beyond milk is suspect.

As a result, many people are wary of creatine, not sure exactly what it does or how it does it. Even though it’s a nat-urally occurring compound, found in human and animal muscle tissue, some people simply lump it in with the ste-roids and other banned substances that make headlines. For this reason, it’s up to strength coaches and sports-medi-cine professionals to offer guidance and separate fact from supposition.

“I meet misinformed people every day who think there are documented cases of devastating side effects associ-ated with creatine, when this is not the case,” says Eric Rawson, PhD, CSCS, Assistant Professor in the Department of Exercise Science and Athletics at Bloomsburg University and a leading researcher on the substance. “There’s a great deal of literature documenting the

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sitivity of the times to anything that isn’t straight from the grocery aisle or restaurant menu, how should a strength and conditioning or sports-medicine program navigate this sensitive issue?

SAFETY & EFFECTIVENESSThere is a strong consensus among re-searchers that creatine is both safe and effective when used appropriately in recommended doses and protocols, says Robin Meiggs, MS, Assistant Direc-tor of the Human Performance Lab at Humboldt State University and a mem-ber of the NCAA Competitive Safe-guards and Medical Aspects of Sports Committee. Meiggs has reviewed many studies into creatine and has conducted or overseen studies at her own lab. One study, which used members of the wom-en’s rowing team she coaches at Hum-boldt State as test subjects, supported the theory that creatine helps athletes train harder and longer by donat-ing phosphate ions to replenish stores of the cell fuel adenosine triphosphate (ATP) in short bouts of high-intensity, power exercise.

Rawson draws an analogy to carbo-hydrate loading among endurance ath-letes. “If you ingest creatine from a dietary supplement, you’ll increase the amount of creatine in your muscle,” he says. “Then, we would expect perfor-mance in any sport that relies on the creatine phosphate energy system to be enhanced a small amount. Typically that’s in sports consisting of brief, re-peated, intense bouts of activity.

“But the real benefit seems to come in the weightroom,” he continues. “The most consistent finding in the litera-ture is that individuals who lift weights and take creatine make more progress in the weightroom than those who lift weights and take a placebo. It’s more of a training aid than a performance enhancer, though the benefits received in the weightroom can translate to on-field performance gains.”

The distinction between training aid and performance enhancer is an impor-tant one that is often lost on athletes. For example, Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSCS, Director of Sports Nutrition at the University of Florida, says a line-backer might think that using creatine will help him play hard longer, but that isn’t so. “Creatine can increase lean muscle mass by helping him push on heavier weights, but by itself, that’s not going to help him on the field,” he says.

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A common concern about creatine is that it can lead to dehydration in athletes. But Eric Rawson, PhD, CSCS, a leading researcher of creatine, says that belief comes

not from research but from inferences and coincidence. Athletes may begin using creatine just as they’re beginning intense pre-season conditioning, often in summer heat, and they connect dehydration to creatine.

“I don’t understand why this is still an issue,” says Rawson, Assistant Professor in the Department of Exercise Science and Athletics at Bloomsburg University. “We understand that creatine increases the water content of the muscle, so why do we keep talking about dehydration? Several studies that have tracked the effects of creatine supplementation in hard-training athletes on a variety of measures of muscle dysfunction, such as cramps and muscle strains—things that you would associate with changes in body water—have found similar incidence in athletes who ingest creatine and those who do not.

“Researchers have also addressed this in clinical trials where they’ve dehydrated athletes ingesting creatine or a placebo, and examined a variety of different physiological changes, including temperature regulation,” he says. “They’ve found creatine supple-mentation does not have any dehydrating effects whatsoever.”

Still, concerned that creatine, like other supplements, can increase demands on the kidneys, Bob Seebohar MS, RD, CSCS, Director of Sports Nutrition at the University of Florida, is wary of adding it at a time when hydration levels may be stressed, such as during preseason football camp. “It’s really hot and humid in Florida, and the players don’t always hydrate well to begin with,” he says. “So if they’re going to use creatine, I would prefer it be after the bowl season and through the spring semester.”

performance-enhancing effects of cre-atine. And a huge number of people are using it with very few reports of serious side effects.”

Rawson is among a sizable number of researchers, clinicians, and sports-per-formance specialists who say creatine doesn’t deserve its murky reputation.

Creatine’s effect is so well accepted, Rawson says, that research into it has largely switched from the sports-per-formance area to clinical use in treating

diseases of the muscles, such as muscu-lar dystrophy.

The issue, however, is which athletes should use creatine? And given the sen-

“The most consistent finding in the literature is that individuals who lift weights and take creatine

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“An athlete can be very successful in increasing lean body mass and muscle composition, but not have the energy to use it during games.”

As for weight gain, the research is unsettled but seems to suggest any per-ceived increase in bulk from creatine use results more from water retention than increased muscle mass. Rawson says some research has suggested that increased water content in cells might affect protein synthesis and in theory muscle building, but the link is far from definitive. “Over the short term,” he says, “it just seems to be water gain.”

Even when used properly, creatine doesn’t work equally well for everyone. One main reason is that some people begin with greater amounts of creatine

in their muscles, usually because of ge-netics or diet. Creatine is naturally pres-ent in the muscles of animals, so it’s in meat and fish. Thus, athletes with low base levels of creatine, such as vegetar-ians, often make the greatest gains in strength when using creatine.

“If you have a quarter tank of gas in your car, you can add a lot more to it than a person who’s starting with the tank three-quarters full,” Rawson says. “That’s how skeletal muscle is—some people have lower amounts, some have higher amounts. Those with the lowest amounts receive the greatest increase in muscle creatine following supplementa-tion, and subsequently receive the great-est improvement in performance.”

OTHER CONSIDERATIONSAthletes expecting creatine to be a magic elixir that solves their strength-training problems are in for a rude awakening. For all of its positive attri-butes, creatine offers no quick fix. This can be a tough message to get across to athletes who simply want to get bigger, stronger, or faster.

“It’s not what athletes hear that mat-

ters, but what they actually listen to,” says Mickey Marotti, MS, MA, CSCS, MSCC, Director of Strength and Con-ditioning at the University of Florida. “We tell our athletes, ‘Lift right, train hard, get plenty of rest and recovery, eat right, and drink plenty of fluids. Maximum effort equals maximum re-sults.’ Then an athlete reads something and thinks, ‘This guy says creatine is good, so I should be taking it.’ But they don’t remember all the guidelines that go along with it. They just remember in some cases it works.

“So we’re really careful about what we tell our athletes about supplements, because the majority of them aren’t eat-ing right, and they’re not training prop-erly,” he continues. “But if they are doing all those things and creatine is something they want to look at, we’ll gather all the information we can, and then make the right choice for each in-dividual situation.”

The first point to make with athletes is that creatine is a supplement—some-thing extra to be used after other, more basic steps to increase performance are

When athletes approach Seebohar about using cre-atine or other supplements to gain weight or strength, he first wants to make sure they are getting enough calories and nutrients.

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exhausted. When athletes approach See-bohar about using creatine or other sup-plements to gain weight or strength, he first wants to make sure they are get-ting enough calories and nutrients. Of-ten, they simply aren’t eating enough,

so he helps them change their diet to gain more calories from wholesome food—especially meats—simply by eat-ing greater amounts and more often. Next might come energy and protein additions, often in liquid form to re-duce the chance of spoiling the appetite for regular meals.

“You shouldn’t lead off with cre-atine,” says Seebohar. “Creatine should be in the dugout, the third or fourth

batter in the lineup.”Some people are concerned that even

with a cautious, first-things-first ap-proach, creatine use could lead to more potent and dangerous, banned ergogen-ic aids. The idea is that once athletes

use a supplement like creatine, they will be more receptive to other, more ques-tionable substances.

“Encouraging the use of supple-ments can lead young people to believe there is a magic bullet they can take that will make them faster and stron-ger and more likely to win,” says Kay Hawes, Director of Media Relations for the National Center for Drug Free Sport. “There is a concern that young

people might not understand the dif-ference between taking a creatine sup-plement and taking a steroid.”

Others, though, see no hard evidence to support the slippery-slope argument. “Anything is possible,” says Mike Nit-ka, MS, CSCS, Director of Human Per-formance and Health and a Physical and Health Education Teacher at Mus-kego (Wis.) High School, “but I don’t think I can refer to any study that says the use of creatine supplements may lead to consideration of anabolic steroids.”

Another concern, especially in the NCAA and other settings where ath-letes can be tested for use of banned substances, is the risk of contamina-tion. Unlike drugs, nutritional supple-ments are not highly regulated, so it’s largely buyer beware. As part of her du-ties on the Medical Aspects Commit-tee, Meiggs hears appeals from athletes who have tested positive for banned substances.

“We hear, ‘The only things I took were nutritional supplements,’” she says. “Student-athletes think if some-thing is being sold in a store, it must be okay. But sometimes these supplements

“You can either take a low dose of creatine for about a month or a high dose of creatine for about five days, and the changes inside your muscles will be identical.

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are made in the same location as banned substances, and they’re tainted in the production process.”

At Florida, Seebohar goes so far as to call manufacturers to ask about their production practices. “Athletes will come to me and say ‘I just bought this,’ and I’ll look at the label,” he says. “I’ll cross-reference ingredients with the NCAA and IOC lists of banned substances, and then call companies myself. It’s hit or miss whether they’re helpful, but I ask whether they prepare supplements with possibly pre-steroidal components, and if they wet-wash their equipment between supplements.”

MAKING IT WORKWhile NCAA schools are not allowed to supply creatine to their athletes, its use violates no NCAA rules. As a result, athletes may look to you for help when deciding whether to take it. This decision should include many factors, because there is no pat answer.

A primary consideration is the sport the athlete plays. Since creatine helps increase power and explosiveness, endur-ance athletes will receive little benefit from its use. Football

falls at the other end of the spectrum because power and ex-plosiveness are so valued. But what about the sports in the middle?

“Basketball would be classified as a power sport because, for example, in a sprint for the ball, it comes down to who gets there first, and if everything else is equal, it will be the person who has worked on developing power,” Nitka says. “In baseball, can you make that one throw from the outfield to third base or maintain a powerful swing? When I talk about power, it’s one maximal effort followed by a period of recovery and repeating that effort.”

To get the maximum benefit, athletes also need to under-stand how to properly use creatine. Two major points are that loading isn’t necessary and that many athletes take far more creatine than they need.

The established dosage guideline is 0.3 grams per kilo-gram of body weight per day for loading, and 0.03 grams for maintenance, Rawson says. For an 85-kilogram (187 pound) athlete, that’s 25 grams in loading or 2.5 grams in maintenance.

“You can either take a low dose of creatine for about a month or a high dose of creatine for about five days, and the changes inside your muscles will be identical. One just happens more quickly than the other,” Rawson says. “But if athletes choose to do a loading dose, beyond five days they should be on a very low-dose maintenance level. The impor-tant message to get to the athletes is that they don’t need to take excessive amounts. Everyone has a ceiling on how much their muscles can take, and after that, it doesn’t help.”

Bottom line, the question of whether athletes should be us-


“Most scientists do not support the use of any dietary supplements in teenagers and adolescents. We really have just two studies that have examined creatine supplementation in young athletes.”

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ing creatine is best answered with more questions. “It’s like if you asked me, ‘Hey, Bob, are peanuts good?’” says Seebohar. “The answer is generally yes, but what if you’re allergic or you’re try-ing to lose weight? You need to know more about their personal scenario be-fore even indulging in an answer.”

A QUESTION OF AGEAlthough creatine is generally consid-ered to be safe and effective when used properly, many people believe proper use does not include high school ath-

letes, since almost all of the studies on it have involved people of college age and older. This doesn’t mean that creatine is not safe for younger athletes, includ-ing those in high school, only that its effects have not been thoroughly exam-ined in that age group.

“Some of our kids do use it, but we discourage them from doing so,” says Sean Cox, ATC, Head Athletic Train-er at Salem (N.H.) High School. “Our reasoning is that there is no valid study on the use of creatine in the high school population. We’re worried that kids

are using a substance that may at some point be found to cause harm.”

A cautious approach for high school athletes appears reasonable to Rawson. “Most scientists do not support the use of any dietary supplements in teen-agers and adolescents,” he says. “We really have just two studies that have examined creatine supplementation in young athletes, and no papers that have directly examined kidney func-tion and other related questions. So the question becomes, can we use our information on adults for younger ath-letes? The conservative answer would be no, we should not. We should just say it hasn’t been researched, so we don’t know the answer.”

That lack of definitive information has prompted some high schools to steer clear of the subject. “Our proce-dure is that we—as a school system, as coaches, and as an athletic pro-gram—will not recommend any food supplement,” says Charles Meagher, Athletics Coordinator for Gwinnett County (Ga.) Public Schools. “It’s just not the school’s business.”

Not all high schools are silent on creatine, however. Whenever athletes raise the subject, Cox approaches it as a chance to educate them. He encourages athletes to do their own research, stress-ing that creatine is appropriate only in certain sports and only as an addition to proper nutrition and training.

At Muskego, Nitka will often first analyze the athlete’s diet—many skip breakfast or subsist on nutrient-defi-cient processed food—and their rest and recovery, in order to drive home the message that creatine is no short-cut. He’ll also bring parents and fam-ily physicians into the mix, insisting that athletes consult them before mak-ing any decisions.

Rawson says that simply leaving ath-letes to make decisions about using cre-atine on their own may not work out well. “There was a paper published in 2001 that reported 70 percent of high school athletes who used creatine took more than the recommended amount,” he says. “Whether we have informa-tion about adverse effects or whether we do not, and even if you believe that the excess is simply excreted, 70 per-cent of high school athletes ingesting above what’s recommended on the la-bel is something we need to address. We can do a better job educating our athletes.” ■

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Recogn i t i on and Tr eatment o f Exer t iona lHeat Stroke – The Keys to Success

Even with proper acclimation and hydration strategies, ath-letes performing intense exercise in the heat can still sufferfrom exertional heat stroke. It may not be possible to preventall cases of heat stroke, but with accurate core temperatureassessment and rapid cooling, it is possible to dramaticallyincrease the survival rates of athletes suffering from heatstroke.

ASSESSING THE ATHLETE The two key criteria to determine if an athlete is sufferingfrom exertional heat stroke are:� Central Nervous System Dysfunction3-5

� CNS dysfunction may include coma, altered consciousness,confusion, or irrational behavior. It is important to remem-ber that an athlete may experience a brief lucid intervalsoon after the onset of exertional heat stroke. During thistime the athlete may be able to verbally communicate andoften this lucid interval delays treatment. Medical staffsoften wrongly assume that an athlete can not be lucid whilesuffering from exertional heat stroke. During intense exer-cise occasions, athletic trainers should assume that a col-lapsed athlete or visibly struggling athlete is suffering fromexertional heat stroke until dangerously elevated core tem-perature is ruled out.

� Dangerously Elevated Core Body Temperature 3-5

� Generally, core temperature in heat stroke will be 105°F orgreater. It is imperative that rectal temperature is obtained.1

Athletic trainers cannot rely on inaccurate temperaturedevices for evaluation of exertional heat stroke. The spuri-ously low readings given from an invalid measure may delaytreatment and further jeopardize an athletes life.1

Historically, athletic trainers have typically relied upon invalidmeasurement tools and sites to assess core bodytemperature7 – axillary, oral, aural (tympanic), or temporal.These tools are easy to use, inexpensive, non-invasive andcan provide rapid readings. Unfortunately, these measure-ments are NOT valid in athletes who have been exercising inthe heat and their readings can result in delayed cooling.8,9

The only two valid options for field use in the assessment ofexertional heat stroke is rectal temperature and ingestiblethermistors.1,2,5 To use ingestible thermistors, athletes mustingest a temperature pill a few hours prior to each practice.Because of cost and time constraints, this practice is uncom-mon. Therefore, athletic trainers must be prepared (througheducation and proper equipment preparation) to measure rec-tal temperature.1,2,5 Although this method is invasive andinconvenient, it has proven efficacy when assessing heatstroke victims.1

RAPID COOLING – COOL FIRST,TRANSPORT SECONDThe recovery of the athlete is directly correlated with theamount of time the athlete’s core body temperature remainsabove a critical threshold (105°). Rapid cooling decreases thepotential for cell damage and increases the potential for fullrecovery.1-6 Cold water immersion serves as the gold standardprotocol due to the superior cooling and survival rates thatresult with its use. When exertional heat stroke occurs, theaffected athlete should be placed in a cold water tub immedi-ately. If an immersion tub is not available, the athlete shouldbe cooled by any means possible.1 Alternate methods includea cold shower, continuous changing of ice water towels overas much of the body as possible, ice placed over the athlete’sbody, or some combination of these methods.6 Tips for imple-mentation of cold water immersion include:� Rapidly use a rectal thermistor to assess temperature before

beginning immersion. Leave the device in place during cool-ing to track temperature for timely removal of the athletefrom the tub.

� Immerse the athlete in the tub – shoulders to hips. Ensurethat the athlete’s head is not submerged.

� Remove the athlete from the tub once core temperature islowered to approximately 102°F.

� Be sure the immersion tub can adequately hold large ath-letes (e.g., 100-gallon stock tank).

� Maintain water temperature at approximately 50°F.� If measuring rectal temperature cannot be maintained dur-

ing cooling, re-check temperature at the 5-10 minute mark.If no accurate means of assessing temperature is available,assume approximately 0.37°F/min1 (.2°C/min) for a coolingrate. In most situations, an athlete can be cooled by ice-water immersion from 108° to 102° in just 15-30 minutes.

Douglas J. Casa, PhD, ATC, FACSM Director, Athletic Training Education, University of Connecticut

For more information on hydration and exertional heat illness, please visit the SportsScience Center at www.gssiweb.org.

REFERENCES1Casa D. J., L. E. Armstrong, M. S. Ganio, S. W. Yeargin. Exertional heat stroke in competitive athletes. CurrentSports Medicine Reports. 4:309-317, 2005. 2Binkley, H. M., J. Beckett, D. J. Casa, D. Kleiner, P. Plummer. National Athletic Trainers Association position state-ment: Exertional heat illnesses. Journal of Athletic Training. 37(3):329-343,2002.3Casa, D. J., & W. O. Roberts. Considerations for the medical staff. In: Exertional Heat Illnesses, L. E. Armstrong(ed.). Champaign, IL, Human Kinetics, pages 169-196, 2003.4Casa, D. J., & L. E. Armstrong. Exertional heatstroke: A medical emergency. In: Exertional Heat Illnesses, L. E.Armstrong (ed.). Champaign, IL, Human Kinetics, pages 29-56, 2003.5Casa, D. J., J Almquist, S. Anderson, et al. Inter-Association Task Force on Exertional Heat Illnesses ConsensusStatement. NATA News, pages 24-29, June 2003. 6Bergeron M. B., D. B. McKeag, D. J. Casa, et al. Youth football: Heat stress and injury risk. Medicine and Sciencein Sports and Exercise. 37(8):1421-1430, 2005. 7Dombek P. M., Casa D.J., Yeargin S. W., Mazerolle S. M., Ganio M. S,, Armsotrong L. E., Maresh C. M. Athletictrainers knowledge and behavor regarding the prevention, recognition, and treatment of exertional heat stroke atthe high school level. Journal of Athletic Training. 41(2S):S47, 2006.8Becker S. M. Casa D. J., Brown C. M., Yeargin S. W., Ganio M. S., Roti M. W., Boots L. M., Huggins R. A., ArmstrongL. E., Maresh C. M. Examining the validity of devices that assess body temperature during outdoor exercise in theheat. Journal of Athletic Training. 41(2S):S105-106, 2006.9Brown C. M., Casa D. J., Becker S. M., Yeargin S. W., Ganio M. S., McDermott B. P., Siegler J. C., Blowers J. A., BoydP. W., Glaviano N. R., Armstrong L. E., Maresh C. M. Examining the validity of devices that assess body tempera-ture during exercise in a heat chamber. Journal of Athletic Training. 41(2S):S106, 2006.

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TREATING THE ATHLETE

August in South Carolina is hot and humid. NATA Hall of Famer Rod Walters explains how he helps the Gamecocks beat the preseason heat.

Hot But Not Bothered

It is widely recognized that athletic trainers who spend any amount of time operating in hot weather should have a plan to prevent heat illness. Whether you are in Maine,

California, or somewhere in between, preseason practice on a summer day can lead to heat-related problems for any team.

Here at the University of South Caro-lina, we have a lot of experience deal-ing with hot, humid weather. Over the years, we have developed a plan for working with individual athletes to

identify signs of heat illness, maintain hydration levels, and monitor environ-mental stresses. This preventative main-tenance helps us beat the heat without sacrificing practice time.

ONE ATHLETE AT A TIMEA key component to our prevention pro-gram is understanding that every stu-dent-athlete is at risk for heat illness and needs to be examined and counseled in-dividually. This process starts with our preparticipation medical examination, where we evaluate each athlete’s risk

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for heat illness (along with their overall health). We identify those student-ath-letes with signs of increased potential for heat-related problems, whether it be a less-than-optimal fitness level, history of sensitivity to heat illness, or previous

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illness. We then monitor these at-risk players very carefully and act on any abnormal or concerning signs.

We also look for salty sweaters—those who lose an excessive amount of sodium while working out. These ath-letes typically leave a white residue on their uniforms and equipment after their perspiration dries. Researchers who study water loss in athletes recom-mend that these athletes be prehydrated to greater levels. Therefore, we provide them with an enriched sodium drink prior to practice and engage in aggres-

sive hydration treatments during and after participation.

Each student-athlete is also coun-seled individually by the athletic train-ing staff regarding heat concerns. We ask them about any prescriptions, sup-plements, and energy drinks they may consume, and encourage them to avoid drinking alcohol during preseason. Ath-letes are also advised to refrain from ex-cessive use of cold medications or other medications that may produce diuretic activities since this can increase the risk of heat-related problems.

Student-athletes are also encouraged to report all injuries and illnesses to the athletic training staff as they happen and are told that failure to do so can in-crease the chance of heat illness. We ex-plain that in order for us to keep them safe, they need to do their part by com-municating with us.

Acclimatization can also be a con-cern with some athletes. We generally have each of our student-athletes, in-cluding incoming freshmen, on campus for a minimum of one summer school session. Being here over the summer al-lows our athletes to practice in extreme heat and humidity and become acclima-tized to those conditions before engag-ing in team preseason activities.

WATER EVERYWHEREOf course, the number-one tool to pre-vent heat-related problems is hydra-tion. We conducted a water-turnover study among our football players and observed huge losses—as much as 24 pounds of lost fluid in a day. Players were studied during two-a-day practic-es in August, and we found that during a 24-hour period, players were turn-ing over about 11 liters (almost three gallons) of fluid. This occurred day-in and day-out for five days straight. The study revealed players in the 200- to 300-pound range perspire the most and really need to focus on replacing fluids and electrolytes.

Based on those findings and my ex-perience, I emphasize the importance of electrolyte replacement, especially sodi-um. Assuming that a player has a nor-mal sweat sodium content of around 40 mEq/L and loses 11 liters of fluid in a day, that’s 440 mEq of sodium lost each day. We know this equates to 10 grams of sodium, the equivalent of 25 grams of sodium chloride. Under these circumstances, an athlete will quickly run into a sodium deficit if he or she is drinking only water to hydrate. There-fore, we use sports drinks that have a higher sodium content than water. We also like sports drinks because of their nutritional value and because we see them as an attractive alternative to caf-feinated beverages.

Constant fluid replacement is a major message from our athletic training staff. Sports drinks and water are placed within an arm’s reach throughout our facilities. Those beverages are available at the practice fields, and in the locker rooms, athletic training room, dining

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halls, dormitories, and meeting rooms. Players are encouraged to drink at least 16 ounces during each meeting and be-fore and after each practice session.

During football practice, porta-ble water dispensers are located next to each position group, and any ath-lete who wants a quick drink may get one at any time he is not actively par-ticipating in a drill. In addition, fluid breaks are worked into each practice and strictly enforced. An athletic training student is assigned to each of the position groups, making copious amounts of cooled water and sports drinks available to each player.

Student-athletes also need to be edu-cated about monitoring their pre- and post-exercise weight on a daily basis. Any weight loss greater than four per-cent needs to be replaced prior to leaving the locker room. Furthermore, before working out again, their weight should be within two percent of the previous day’s, and we identify each athlete’s tar-get body weight on a weekly basis.

Along with hydration tips, athletes are given instruction in proper nutri-tion to help them prevent heat illness. During football preseason two-a-days, all players are required to eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner on campus. Addition-ally, in the evening, a snack is provided after the last meeting and a carbohy-drate-protein supplement is provided following strength training workouts.

We also try to schedule meals in a way that encourages sufficient fluid and food replacement. Traditionally, ath-letes have meals shortly after practice. However, when we ask them to rehy-drate immediately after practice, they often feel waterlogged and not as hun-gry when they sit down to eat. As a re-sult, we try to schedule meetings or rest times immediately after practice, then meals an hour or more later. This al-lows athletes’ hunger to peak as they sit down to eat, providing a higher-quality fueling session.

UNDERSTAND THE ENVIRONMENTWe can’t turn down the sun’s intensi-ty, but we do look at the time of day we practice. For football, we try to avoid the hottest part of the day—typi-cally between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. The NCAA’s practice guidelines for Divi-sion I football, implemented in 2003, have greatly assisted with this. If two practices are held on one day, only one practice is allowed the following day.

We generally practice early in the morn-ing and later in the evening on days we practice twice, and we only practice in full pads once a day.

Even with those types of limitations in place, it is critical that athletic train-ers monitor environmental stress and communicate this information and their recommendations to coaches prior to each practice. We monitor conditions using the Wet Bulb Globe Thermom-eter (WBGT) and apply those read-ings to the protocol adapted from the United States Marine Corps guidelines

(see “How Bad Is It?” on page 42). The WBGT was developed in the late 1950s for the Marine Corps Recruit Depot on Parris Island, S.C. It was later adopt-ed universally by researchers as a heat-stress index.

The first temperature (Tg), which represents the integrated effects of ra-diation and wind, is measured by the device’s black globe thermometer. A second thermometer measures the natu-ral wet-bulb temperature (Tnwb). This thermometer consists of a bulb covered with a wet cotton wick that is fed dis-

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HOW BAD IS IT?HOW BAD IS IT?

The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) index, developed by the United States Marine Corps, provides a way to account for air temperature, humidity, sunlight, and wind when determining the risk of heat illness. At the University of South Carolina, we use the following chart to determine how to limit activities based on the WBGT Index.

WBGT Index (˚F) Flag Color Heat Condition

80-84.9 Green Heavy exercises for unacclimatized personnel will be conducted with caution and under constant supervision.

85-87.9 Yellow Strenuous exercises, such as marching at standard cadence, will be suspended for unacclimatized troops in their first two or three weeks. Outdoor classes in the sun are to be avoided.

88-89.9 Red All physical training will be halted for those troops who have not become thoroughly acclimatized by at least 12 weeks of living and working in the area. Those troops who are thoroughly acclimatized may carry on limited activity not to exceed six hours per day.

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tilled water. Evaporation from the wet bulb cools the thermometer, which then measures the integrated effect of humid-ity, wind, and radiation. The final tem-perature element is the air temperature (Ta). It is measured by a thermometer shielded from radiation by a weather screen. It is the standard temperature that you usually see quoted in televi-sion weather reports and forecasts. The three measurements, Tg, Tnwb, and Ta, are combined into a weighted average ((Tnwb x 0.7) x (Tg x 0.2) x (Ta x 0.1)) to produce the WBGT.

We use this standard to adjust prac-tice times based on environmental stressors, and we rely on it to make recommendations to our coaches re-garding work-to-rest intervals during workouts. The higher the WBGT index, the greater the need for rest and recov-ery and the more aggressive we need to be with hydration tactics.

Although the index gives us a good idea of the dangers presented by en-vironmental factors, we take further precautions during football sessions by increasing our index by 10 to ac-count for the equipment the players


wear. And we generally use this guide only for athletes who are in good con-dition, acclimatized, and exercising in situations with adequate medical su-pervision (which includes primary care physicians, certified athletic trainers, and athletic training students). If ath-letes have lower levels of conditioning or are not acclimatized, or if the med-ical staff is limited, guidelines pre-sented in the table from the “National Athletic Trainers’ Association Position Statement: Exertional Heat Illness” are usually followed.

ON THE LOOKOUTIn the event a student-athlete presents with symptoms of heat related illness, aggressive steps are taken to assess his or her medical status and provide the ap-propriate treatment. Any altered level of consciousness, general fatigue, or other symptoms are noted. Core body temper-ature assessment (rectal monitoring) is recommended, and those with tempera-tures above 103 degrees are submerged in a cold-water tank. The athlete is mon-itored while in the tank, and removed from the water when their temperature

lowers to 101. This procedure allows ag-gressive treatment in the event the condi-tion progresses to heat stroke.

Here are more details on how we treat heat-related illnesses:

Heat cramps: Fluids must be replaced to resolve cramps. Therefore, we start by reestablishing normal hydration sta-tus and replacing sodium losses. Next, we stretch and massage the involved muscles to help reduce the acute pain of the cramp.

Heat exhaustion: We remove athletes from activity and take them to a shaded or air-conditioned area, removing ex-cess clothing and equipment. We then:

• Assess body temperature rectally. Those with temperatures above 103 de-grees are placed in a cold-water tank.

• Keep athletes in the tank until rec-tal temperature is less than 101 degrees. We then lay them comfortably with legs propped above heart level.

• Rehydrate athletes orally with cool water or sports drinks, if they can tol-erate fluids. If athletes can’t tolerate oral fluids, physicians may use intrave-nous normal saline.

• Monitor heart rate, blood pressure,

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respiratory rate, core temperature and central nervous system (CNS) status.

• If rapid improvement is not seen, we transport the athlete to an emergen-cy medical facility.

Exertional heat stroke: We start by removing the athlete’s clothing and equipment and immediately immers-ing him in cold water (approx. 60 de-grees). If cold-water immersion is not possible, we move him to a shaded area or air-conditioned facility and be-gin alternative cooling strategies such as spraying the body with cold water, placing ice bags on the neck and groin, or applying ice over the entire body. We then:

• Call 911 • Closely monitor ABCs, core tem-

perature, and CNS status.• Place an intravenous line using

normal saline (if medical staff is available).

• Cease aggressive cooling when core temperature drops to 101 degrees.

• Transport to a medical facility.

COMMUNICATIONThe final piece of the puzzle in prevent-

ing heat illness is communication. We let athletes know the dangers of not hy-drating—and how it can decrease their performance. When they see all the steps we take, they start to understand the seriousness of getting fluids into their bodies.

Of course, communication with coaches is also vital. We provide them with the actual measures of heat and propose breaks based on what is sched-uled for that practice. In terms of long-range planning, we discuss ideal practice times to minimize heat expo-sure while maximizing exercise.

When everyone is on board with hy-dration and preventing heat illness, the results are less risk to athletes and bet-ter workouts. Sometimes, it takes a lot of small steps to get everyone together, but each is a giant leap in making ev-eryone safer. ■

To download a PDF of the NATA’s position statement on exertional heat illnesses, go to: www.nata.org/publicinformation/files/exertionalheatillness.pdf.

ReferencesBergeron, M.F., et al., “Youth football: heat stress and injury risk.” Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 2005. 37(8): p. 1421-30.

Binkley, H.M., et al., “National Athletic Trainers’ Association Position Statement: Exertional Heat Illnesses.” Journal of Athletic Training, 2002. 37(3): p. 329-343.

Casa, D.J., et al., “National Athletic Trainers’ Association Position Statement: Fluid Replacement for Athletes.” Journal of Athletic Training, 2000. 35(2): p. 212-224.

Corps, U.M. Marine Corps Heat Injury Prevention Program. 2002 [cited May 27, 2006].

NCAA, 2005-06 NCAA Division I Manual. 2005.

NCAA, Sports Medicine Handbook. Eighteenth Edition, ed. D. Klossner. 2005. 115.

Stofan, J.R., et al., “Sweat and sodium losses in NCAA football players: a precursor to heat cramps?” International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, 2005. 15(6): p. 641-52.

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changes made a difference. Our players were bigger, stronger, and faster than they had been in previous years, and, most importantly, they had stamina and were fresh late in the season. And we did it all without the resources that larger NCAA Division I programs have.

Ronnie Wright, CSCS, is beginning

his sixth year as Head Strength &

Conditioning Coach at Bradley University.

He was previously Assistant Strength

Coach at Wichita State University. He

can be reached at: [email protected].

BY RONNIE WRIGHT

ChangingWhen Bradley University men’s basketball revamped its in-season strength and conditioning program last year, the end result was a trip to the Sweet Sixteen.

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This past year, our men’s bas-ketball team at Bradley Uni-versity experienced its best season in a decade. Post-ing 22 wins and a top-25

ranking, the squad’s success continued into the NCAA Division I tournament, where we knocked off the University of Kansas and the University of Pitts-burgh to reach the Sweet Sixteen. One of our seniors, Marcellus Sommerville, graced the cover of Sports Illustrated during the team’s run, as our program reached new heights in garnering pub-

licity for the university.But what was most gratifying for me

as strength coach was that the team came on strong in the second half of the season. In 2004-05, we had strug-gled as the season wound down, losing 10 of our last 12 games. So before this most recent season, we changed the philosophy of our in-season strength-training program, and it definitely paid off.

While I don’t contend that the lift-ing program was the sole reason for our success in the postseason, I do feel the


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MONDAYBench Press

1 x 12, 1 x 10, 1 x 8Military Press

1 x 10, 1 x 8, 1 x 6Lat Pull-Down

1 x 10, 1 x 8, 1 x 6Straight Bar Curl

3 x 10Dumbbell Extensions

3 x 10Wrist Curls

3 x 15Leg Press

3 x 10Leg Curls

3 x 10Leg Raise

3 x 20Back Extensions

3 x 12

WEDNESDAYIncline Bench

3 x 10Upright Row

3 x 8Cable Rows

3 x 10Dumbbell Curls

3 x 8Cable Press-Down

3 x 12Reverse Wrist Curls

3 x 15Hack Squat

3 x 10Straight-Leg Deadlift

3 x 12Decline Abs

3 x 25Medicine Ball Twists

3 x 15

FRIDAYBench Press

1 x 10, 1 x 8, 1 x 6Dumbbell Military Press

3 x 8Front Pull-Down

3 x 10Cable Curls

3 x 10Bench Dips

3 x 12Wrist Curls

3 x 15Leg Press

3 x 8Leg Curls

3 x 8Crunches

3 x 30Back Extensions

3 x 12

2004-05 WORKOUT2004-05 WORKOUTThis is the workout we followed during the 2004-05 basketball season.

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Even though we had given them a nu-trition plan to follow over the holi-day break, the demands of practices, games, travel, classes, and academics

eventually took a toll. Players lost an average of 12 pounds of lean body-weight, with some losing more than 30 pounds. Those who had lost the most weight had the greatest difficulty with strength and stamina.

In the weightroom, several athletes were not maintaining the strength gains from their off-season workouts. They were performing the requisite exercis-es, but because they were often work-ing out individually, there was a loss of intensity and motivation, and they were regressing.

PREVIOUS STRATEGYLike most programs, we struggle with how much time our athletes should spend in the weightroom. We know they are juggling games and practices with class work and studying. So, in years past, we limited the time our basketball players spent in-season doing strength and conditioning.

Our goal in past years was simply to maintain the strength and body weight they gained during preseason lifting. From November to mid-March, we asked athletes to visit the weightroom two to three times a week. Lifting times were built around individual academic sched-ules, team practices, and individual skill training. They did not lift as a team, but came in when it best fit their schedules.

The program focused on total-body strength and basketball-specific move-ments, with all players doing the same workout with some minor deviations for those with injuries and redshirt play-ers. The set and rep scheme was built for strength maintenance. (See “2004-05 Workout” on page 50.)

As the season progressed, we no-ticed our athletes were struggling.

On the court, they exhibited de-creased performance and strength. They were also lagging at the end of games. Our post players were getting

pushed out of position and our guards were falling behind on fast breaks.

TIME FOR CHANGEBased on that season’s problems, Head Coach Jim Les and I decided to make changes to the strength program for the 2005-06 year. Coach Les is a strong advocate of strength training and gave me the autonomy to build a program that I felt was necessary—to not only maintain what we had worked to es-tablish in the off-season, but also build upon during the season. The result was

The actual lifting program was similar to the previous year. The focus was on both total-body and basketball-specific gains, but we changed the set and rep scheme to increase strength and bodyweight during the in-season period.

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MONDAY1. Bench Press1 x 10, 1 x 5, 1 x 3, x 2

2. Decline Bench3 x 6-8Incline DB Bench3 x 8-10

3. Military Press3 x 8-10 DB Military Press3 x “12” Military Press3 x 8-10

4. Lat Pull-Downs3 x 10 Front Pull-Downs1 x 6Lat Pull-Downs3 x 10

5. Straight Bar Curls3 x 6-8 Close Grip Bench3 x 8-10 Straight Bar Curls3 x 6-8

6. E.Z. Bar Extensions3 x 8-10 Preacher Curls (SB)3 x 6-8 E.Z. Bar Extensions3 x 8-10

7. Hammer Curls3 x 10-12 Reverse Wrist Curls3 x 20

8. Leg Press3 x 5F, 10 1/2, 5F, 10 1/2, 5F Leg Curls3 x 12-15 Seated Toe Raise3 x 40

9. Decline Abs1 x 30\30\ Hold Mid 30 sec.Hip Rotations3 x 25

WEDNESDAY1. Incline Bench1 x 10, 1 x 6, 1 x 3, x 2

2. DB Bench3 x 10-12 Cable Crossovers (Bent)3 x 12-15

3. Upright Rows3 x 10 Three-Way DB Raises3 x 8 Upright Rows3 x 10

4. Straight Bar Rows3 x 10-12One-Arm DB Row3 x 8-10Reverse Cable Rows3 x 5F, 10T1/2, 5F

5. E.Z. Bar Curls3 x 6-8 Standing DB Curls1 x 6F, 10B1/2, 6FE.Z. Bar Curls3 x 6-8

6. Incline Lying Ext.3 x 8-10 Press-downs3 x 10F, 10B1/2, 10F Incline Lying Ext.3 x 8-10

7. Wrist Curls3 x 30 Reverse DB Curls3 x 12

8. Power Squat3 x 8F, 10 1/2, 8F Leg Extensions3 x 30 Standing Toe Raise3 x 30\30\30

9. Decline Abs T1/2 Only4 x 50 Leg Raise3 x 25

FRIDAY1. Bench Press1 x 10, 1 x 6, 1 x 4, x 2, 2 x 1

2. Decline Bench3 x 8-10 Push-Ups Feet Up3 x 12

3. DB Military Press3 x 8-10 Seated Lateral Raise3 x 10 DB Military Press3 x 8-10

4. Pull-Ups 1 x 8Cable Rows3 x 10-12 Chin-Ups3 x 8

5. Preacher Curls3 x 7F, 10B1/2, 7F Lying Cable Extensions3 x 12-15 Preacher Curls3 x 7F, 10B1/2, 7F

6. Close Grip Bench3 x 8-10 Seated DB Extensions3 x 10-12 Close Grip Bench3 x 8-10

7. Incline Hammer Curls3 x 15 Rope Rolls3 x 4

8. Hack Squat3 x 7F, 10 1/2, 7F Leg Curls (Single)3 x 6\6\6\6 Seated Toe Raise3 x 30\30

9. Decline Abs3 x 40\40\30\30\20\20Hanging Leg Raise3 x 15

DAY 4 (added as schedule permits)

1. Upper Body Stretch

2. BridgesSide\Side\FrontHold 40 sec x 3 sets

3. Med Ball Back to Back4 x 30

4. Med Ball Catch and Toss (single leg)3 x 12

5. Total Hip Machine3 x 10 (4-Way)

6. Push-Ups Push-Ups Feet Up Push-Ups Hands Up

7. Box Jumps3 x 8, x 3

8. Ball Pike3 x 15

9. Abs As A Group

2005-06 CIRCUIT WORKOUT2005-06 CIRCUIT WORKOUT

This is the circuit-training workout we followed during the 2005-06 basketball season.

Key to Abbreviations for 2005-06 Workout:“12” = 4 reps at top 1/2 of motion, 4 at bottom 1/2 of motion, 4 at full ROMSB = Straight BarF =Full ROM1/2 =1/2 ROMT1/2 = Top 1/2 ROM B1/2 = Bottom 1/2 ROM

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a more comprehensive and structured program that included higher demands and produced much better results.

The actual lifting program was similar to the previous year. The focus was on both total-body and basketball-specif-ic gains but we changed the set and rep scheme to increase strength and body-weight during the in-season period.

First, we restructured the weekly in-season schedule by upping the num-ber of days in the weightroom to four times per week. Three of those four days, athletes were required to show up at a designated team time. The fourth day was built around their individual schedules.

We also changed to a circuit style of lifting, with increased sets and reps and supersetting. Using a circuit (14 athletes, nine stations, no doubling up) better ac-commodated the team’s time. Increased sets and reps allowed us to make gains, and supersetting allowed us to increase muscle endurance and maintain mass. (See “2005-06 Workout” on page 52.)

Another focus was to increase range of motion in specific lifts. We did this by using full, top, and bottom lifts,

approved shakes and had a nutritionist work with them individually. The nutri-tionist educated players on how to eat properly, inexpensively, and when in a hurry, and how to cook and shop for easy-to-prepare, effective meals. In ad-dition, athletes met regularly during the academic year for team breakfasts. This was very important in making sure they were starting the day well.

EXCEEDING OUR GOALSWhat were the results? The average lean bodyweight loss at the conclusion of postseason (which was a full three weeks later than the previous year) was fewer than six pounds. Every play-er maintained or increased prescribed weights in their lifting program. Simply stated, we kept or exceeded the strength and weight we had worked to gain in the off-season.

We believe this program helped our team tremendously, especially dur-ing our NCAA tournament run. Our goal in the spring preceding the 2005-06 season was 20 wins and an NCAA bid. The end result was 22 wins and a NCAA Sweet Sixteen appearance. ■

which isolate specific muscles to ensure each is strengthened. After tinkering for a year with various circuits in all of our sports, basketball in particular, I found that the order of exercises and the rep scheme is crucial to success.

We also made sure to get buy-in from the athletes on these changes. In the previous program, their bodyweight dropped along with their strength and after I showed them this on paper, it was obvious to the players that they needed to embrace this new program in order to meet their goals. Once our team discovered the new training meth-od improved their strength, gave them an edge on their opponents, and assist-ed them in winning games, they bought into the program completely.

With the team working out togeth-er, we could put greater emphasis on a competitive atmosphere. Circuit training works best if you make it competitive, so we grouped athletes who were compet-ing for playing time together. We also asked members of the starting team to push and assist the younger players.

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RehabilitationAccelerated Care Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Ball Dynamics, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55BioMedical Life Systems . . . . . . . . . . .55Brace International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56DM Systems, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Dynatronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57efi Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Exertools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57HydroWorx International, Inc.. . . . . . . .58Jump Stretch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Keiser Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Magister Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Mueller Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . .59Oakworks® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60OPTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Perform Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60PrePak Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Shuttle Systems by Contemporary Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61SPRI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Stott Pilates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62SwimEx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Thera-Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Tru-Balance Products Corp. . . . . . . . .62Turf Cordz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63Whitehall Mfg., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63Vertimax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Weight TrainingAustin Plastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Ball Dynamics, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55efi Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Exertools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Hammer Strength. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Keiser Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Life Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Magister Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Perform Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Power Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Samson Weight Training Equipment . .61SPRI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Turf Cordz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63WerkSan Sports USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

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www.bioskin.comPerformance Supports & Custom Braces

Site includes:• Product descriptions and sizing• Product applications• Customer testimonials• Contact information

Special features:• Online store• Video clips and animated

demonstrations

www.beaconathletics.comField Maintenance & Training Equipment

Site includes:• Downloadable product catalog• Product specs• Field maintenance tips• Pro Series products

Special features:• Online store• Custom design services

www.athleticrecordboards.comAthletic Record Boards

Site includes:• Samples and images of boards for

various sports• Pricing information• Technical information

Special features:• Downloadable printer program for

custom-printed record board labels

www.acplus.comSpecialized Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Programs

Site includes:• Product catalog• “Member’s Lounge” resource center

and library• Access to the National Medical

Library database• Company background and contact

info

Special features:• Downloadable product literature• Online product movies

www.fitball.comProfessional-Quality Fitness & Rehabilitation Products

Site includes:• Product images and descriptions• Company background• Catalog request• Dealer information

Special features:• Online store• Links to FitBALL® dealers

See ad on page 82

www.bmls.comPortable Electromedical Devices & Accessories

Site includes:• Company background• Electrode placement chart• “What Is New” menu option• Product comparisons and

specifications

Special features:• Site is accessible in seven

languages• Tutorial downloads

www.hydrateorlose.comPortable Drinking Systems

Site includes:• Product specs and images• Patent information• Customer list• Complete price list

Special features:• Hydration information• Animated site introduction

See ad on page 38

www.biofreeze.comTopical Pain Relieving Products

Site includes:• Product listings and descriptions• Customer testimonials• News, press releases, and

endorsements• Frequently asked questions

Special features:• Flash• Outside links

See ad on page 7

www.bauerfeindusa.comSports-Medicine Braces & Supports

Site Includes:• Product info• Company background• Glossary of indications

Special Features:• Online store• Downloadable product literature



www.cramersportsmed.comSports-Medicine Products

Site includes:• Product catalog• Bid builder• Athletic trainer forum• Corporate history

Special features:• Downloadable catalog• Virtual tours of products

www.cytosport.comSports Energy Drink

Site includes:• Product information and specs• Company background• Events and athletes• Customer testimonials

Special features:• “Cyto-Science”• Online store

See ad on inside front cover

www.cho-pat.comSports-Medicine Products

Site includes:• Product descriptions and sizing• Customer testimonials• Company background and contact

information• Medical information

Special features:• Online store• Product images

See ad on page 4

www.ceraproductsinc.comHydration Solutions

Site includes:• Company background• Product descriptions• Customer testimonials• Scientific articles

Special features:• Online store

See ad on page 81

www.avacore.comPortable Core Cooling System

Site includes:• Product description and images• Application overview• News clips• Company background and contact

information

Special features:• Endorsements and customer

testimonials

See ad on page 46

www.bushwalkerbags.comAthletic Training Bags & Accessories

Site includes:• Product specs• Company background• Pricing• Product photos for most items


See ad on page 79

www.burdenkoww.comAquatic Fitness Products

Site includes:• Product info• Customer testimonials• Ordering info• Company contact info

Special features:• Video demonstrations• Sample exercises

See ad on page 20

www.antibodywear.comCustom Compression Sportswear & Injury Prevention

Site includes:• Product specs• Customer testimonials• Pricing• Research articles

Special features:• Online store• Measurement tutorials

See ad on page 36

www.braceint.comInnovative Bracing Products

Site includes:• Product specs• Company background• Sizing charts• Fitting instructions

Special features:• Product images

See ad on pages 74 & 81



www.gebauerco.comTopical Skin Refrigerants

Site includes:• Product instructions and uses• Product MSDS• Product and technical information• Product demos

Special features:• Online store• Downloadable product literature

See ad on page 14

www.gatorade.comSports DrinksSite includes:• Background on the world’s most

researched beverage• Informative articles and scientific

research on hydration• Fluid-loss calculator to customize hydra-

tion needs• Discounted hydration packages for

coaches and ATCsSpecial features:• Access to the Gatorade Sports Science

Institute• Information on the new Gatorade

Endurance FormulaSee ad on pages 2-3

www.gameready.comActive Cold & Compression Therapy

Site includes:• Product descriptions, images, and

user’s manuals• Customer testimonials, news, and

user lists• Science and technology background• Company background and contact

information

Special features:• Clinical evaluation white paper• Thermal imagery comparisons

See ad on page 19

www.exertools.comExercise, Fitness, & Therapy Products

Site includes:• Product photos and specs• Company history• Links to certified partners

Special features:• Great pricing information• Golf-training packages

See ad on page 74

www.dynatronics.comAdvanced-Technology Medical & Rehabilitation Devices

Site includes:• New products• Money-saving promotions• Complete catalog with product

images• Corporate information

Special features:• Dealer locator• New Web site coming soon

See ad on page 5

www.dmsystems.comRehab, Wound Care, & Orthopedic ProductsSite includes:• Detailed product info and downloadable

images• Literature available via PDFs or e-mail

request• Testimonials from clinicians who use and

recommend the products• Company profile, with lists of affiliations

and trade showsSpecial features:• Videos on the Heelift, Cadlow Shoulder

Stabilizer, and Elbowlift• International dealer/sales rep locator

See ad on page 29

www.efisportsmedicine.comInnovative Health & Fitness Equipment

Site includes: • efi rehab, commercial, and home exer-

cise products• Online store with comparison shopping• Total Gym exercise library• Customer support, testimonials, and efi

Gravity® newsletters

Special features: • Customized personal training fitness

programs at totalgymworkout.com• Customer referral network with customer

content

See ad on page 11

www.hammerstrength.comCardiovascular & Strength-Training Equipment

Site includes:• Up-to-date product information• Showcase facilities• Brochure request• Fitness articles and educational

materials

Special features:• Product demonstrations via stream-

ing video• Strength color configurator

www.functionaldesign.comContinuing Education & Functional Fitness Products

Site Includes:• Product descriptions• Customer testimonials• Company background• Retail and discount pricing info

Special Features:• Online store• Product images

See ad on page 87



www.lifefitness.comCardiovascular & Strength-Training Equipment

Site includes:• Up-to-date product information• Showcase facilities• Brochure request• Fitness articles and educational

materials

Special features:• Product demonstrations via

streaming video• Strength color configurator

www.keiser.comFitness & Training Equipment

Site includes:• Fitness equipment for various mar-

kets• Product catalog and specifications• Corporate history and extensive ser-

vice sections• Training programs

Special features:• Video clips• Marketing support section and

downloadable images

www.korekoolerrehabchair.comKoreKooler™ Rehabilitation Products

Site includes:• Product image • Downloadable product literature • Sales contact info

Special features:• Causes and factors for heat stress• Comparison of earlier auxiliary cool-

ing techniques

See ad on page 45

www.jumpstretch.comFlexBand Exercise Equipment

Site includes:• Background information on com-

pany and FlexBand inventor Dick Hartzel

• Fitness center information• Training seminar and continuing

education credit sign-up information• Downloadable brochures

Special features:• Video clips• Online store

See ad on page 87

www.hydroworx.comTherapy & Rehabilitation Pools

Site includes:• Product descriptions and sizing• Customer testimonials• Company background

Special features:• Downloadable specs and installation

guides• Video case studies

See ad on page 40

www.hydrationsolutions.netPortable Hydration Systems

Site includes:• Product specs and images• Company background• Pricing• Contact information

Special features:• Information on parts and accesso-

ries to go with the Scorpion hydra-tion units

See ad on page 65

www.hydrate1.comHydration Systems

Site includes:• Pricing• Product specs• Contact info• Latest news

Special features:• News about product debut at 2006

NATA Convention

See ad on page 20

www.humankinetics.comSports & Fitness Publishing

Site includes:• Training books, videos, and DVDs• Convenient online shopping• Free catalogs, including one for

strength and conditioning• Conditioning resources for every

major sport

Special features:• Hundreds of informative book

excerpts• Video and DVD clips

See ad on page 50

www.hqinc.netCorTemp™ Core Body Temperature Monitoring System

Site includes:• Product specs and applications

overview• Resource library• Product brochures• Company background and contact

information

Special features:• “Free CorTemp™”grant program• Video clips and media links

See ad on page 41



www.nsca-cc.orgStrength & Conditioning CertificationSite includes:• CSCS® and NSCA-PT® exam reg-

istration• Review material descriptions and

ordering info• Resource center with FAQs and

downloads• International exam info

Special features:• Online practice exams and quizzes• Online CEU tracking

See ad on page 9

www.nsca-lift.orgStrength & Conditioning Education

Site includes:• Scientific journals• Educational videos and books• Articles• Networking

Special features:• Store• Video training tips

See ad on page 34

www.nasm.orgSports-Medicine Education & Certification

Site includes:• Personal training certification and

advanced credentials info• Continuing education• Online resource center

Special features:• Newsletter• Workshop schedules

See ad on page 51

www.muellersportsmed.comSports-Medicine Products

Site includes:• Product information• Information on team and institutional

products• Online product training• Store locator

Special features:• Downloadable catalog and product

specs• Video of Mueller’s latest TV ad

See ad on page 12

www.mdimicrotek.comEmergency Medical Products

Site includes:• Product descriptions• Product images• Company background and contact

information• ISO and CE certifications

Special features:• Vacuum splint training video• CPR Microshield custom label

program

See ad on page 8

www.medspec.comOrthopedic & Sports-Medicine Products

Site includes:• Literature request• Customer testimonials• Sizing charts• Product images

Special features:• Online ordering• Product information

See ad on page 26

www.mcdavidusa.comSports Medical & Protective Apparel Products

Site includes:• Product specifications• Message forum• Advertising and public-relations

center• Dealer locator

Special features:• E-commerce• Downloadable specs and images

See ad on page 21

www.magistercorp.comNon-Latex Resistive Exercise & Balance Products

Site includes:• Product info • Downloadable literature for consumers• Literature request form and e-mail con-

tact link• Distributor search

Special features:• “Distributor Resources” offering down-

loadable product images and forms• Company history and press releases

See ad on page 25

www.lww.comSports-Medicine Journals & Educational Materials

Site Includes:• Product descriptions and rates• Professional and ACSM resource

centers• Online customer service• Trade show calendar

Special Features:• Free downloadable samples• Job search



www.prepakproducts.comProfessional Rehabilitation & Fitness Equipment

Site includes:• Online store• Trade show schedule• Company background and contact

information• Credit application

Special features:• Downloadable catalog and MSDS

forms• Free sample request

www.power-lift.comStrength Training Equipment

Site includes:• Downloadable brochures• Room-layout sample section• Client photos and testimonials• Catalog request form

Special features:• Video clips of various pieces of

equipment• Online color configurator

www.accelerade.comProtein-Powered Sports Drink

Site includes:• Product descriptions and nutrition

facts• Product research• Product comparison table• “Where To Buy” section

Special features:• Online store with special discounts• Newsletter sign-up

www.power-systems.comAthletic Conditioning Equipment & Programs

Site includes:• Product pages organized by

category and sport• “How-To” exercises and articles

of interest• Free catalog request page• “On Sale” products page

Special features:• Online store• “New Products” page, available only

onlineSee ad on page 33

www.port-a-cool.comPortable Evaporative Cooling Units

Site includes:• Product info and images• Application info• Frequently asked questions• Company contact info

Special features:• Downloadable brochures and

catalogs• Press room

See ad on page 67

www.outdoorboss.comOutdoor Hydration & Cooling Equipment

Site includes:• Info on the Boss Drinking System• Info on misting fans• Info on Frogg Toggs rain gear• Info on Cool N Dry sports towels


See ad on page 47

www.performbetter.comFunctional Training & Rehab Products

Site includes:• Complete Perform Better catalog with

pricing• Timely specials• Schedule of Perform Better one-day and

three-day seminars• Online ordering

Special features:• Articles and newsletters on training and

conditioning• Assistance with facility design or updating

See ad on page 27

www.optp.com/adPhysical Therapy & Rehabilitation

Site includes:• Product descriptions, specs, and

images• “What’s New” resource page• Downloadable newsletter and cata-

log pages• Log-on “Favorites” re-order feature

Special features:• Online store• DVD clips

See ad on page 15

www.oakworkspt.comStationary & Portable Athletic Training EquipmentSite includes:• Individual pop-up boxes for game pack-

ages• Pop-up boxes with available options and

accessories• Page of specials• Close-up views and descriptions of all

equipmentSpecial features:• Subscription page for Oakworks’ online

news• Link to Oakworks’ associations and

sponsorshipsSee ad on outside back cover



www.samsonequipment.comCustom Weight-Training Equipment

Site includes:• Product descriptions• Demonstration videos• General product specifications• Images of equipped facilities

Special features:• “Samson Difference” video• President Bush workout video

www.presagia.comComprehensive Athlete Health Management Software

Site includes:• Presagia Sport (formerly InjuryZone)

product information• Presagia rehab product information• Calendar of events• Latest company news

Special features:• Case studies and customer

testimonials• Schedule an online demonstration

with a company representative

www.smartpractice.comDental & Medical Supplies

Site includes:• Product descriptions and images• Pricing information• Company background• Catalog requests

Special features:• Online store• Specials and discount offers

See ad on page 71

www.sammedical.comFracture Management & Wound Care

Site includes:• Product specs and images• Downloadable product literature• Applications and instructions over-

views• Trade show calendar

Special features:• Training videos• Newsletter

See ad on page 73

www.Quest-Technologies.com Environmental Heat Stress Monitoring Products

Site includes: • Product comparison guide and

specs • Product application news and notes• Product ordering info • Online equipment rentals

Special features: • Online technical support• Online customer service

See ad on page 66

www.injurybegone.comSports-Medicine Products

Site includes:• Injury information• Detailed product information• Customer testimonials• Quick click-thru buying

Special features:• Store and distributor locator• Injury video

See ad on page 35

www.proorthopedic.comNeoprene Supports

Site includes:• Company background• Product descriptions and sizing

information• Pricing and ordering information• Custom-fabricated support ordering

information

Special features:• Online store• Product images

See ad on page 72

www.prossage.usArea-Specific Deep Tissue Ointment

Site includes:• Product listings and descriptions• Customer testimonials• News and press releases• Frequently asked questions

Special features:• Flash• Outside links

See ad on page 28

www.shuttlesystems.comRehabilitation & Fitness Equipment

Site includes:• Product specs, images, and

descriptions• Ordering info• Links to athletic training organiza-

tions• Trade show calendar

Special features:• Online store• Dealer locator



www.stottpilates.comPilates

Site includes:• Customer testimonials and media

endorsements• Downloadable PDFs of corporate

and video brochures• Listings for international education

and training opportunities• Monthly newsletter featuring promo-

tions and sales

Special features:• Online store• Worldwide instructor finder

www.townsenddesign.comOrthopedic Bracing Solutions

Site includes:• Functional ligament brace

descriptions• Osteoarthritis brace descriptions• Post-operative brace descriptions• Specialty brace descriptions

Special features:• Online ordering for registered

customers• Downloadable order forms

www.spriproducts.comFitness Products

Site includes:• Product descriptions and images• Online catalog request• News and event information• Dealer locator

Special features:• Featured exercises• FAQs on a wide variety of products

www.trubalancecorp.comPostural Corrective Foot Orthotics

Site includes:• Company background• Orthotic system description• Detailed images

Special features:• Pain chart

See ad on page 80

www.Thera-Band.comProgressive Elastic Resistance Exercise Products

Site includes:• Product descriptions• Exercise programs• Research and case studies• Instruction guides

Special features:• Searchable database of research,

exercises, case studies, and more

See ad on page 30

www.swimex.comAquatic Therapy Pools

Site includes:• In-depth product descriptions for all

models• Registration for educational semi-

nars• Information on “Try, Buy, and Travel

Free!” program• Contact information for local dealers

Special features:• Video clips and DVD requests• Cost-analysis request

See ad on page 22

www.stromgren.comAthletic Supports, Apparel, & Equipment

Site includes:• Product specs• Sizing info• Contact info• Catalog request

Special features:• Links to moisture-management

apparel• Product images

See ad on pages 43 & 53

www.sportsimports.comIndoor Volleyball, Badminton, & Tennis Equipment

Site includes:• Complete product line• Product specs• Court layouts• Catalog request

Special features:• Facility planner• Online store

www.sportstemp.comCore Temperature Measurement Strips

Site includes:• Product description• Company background• User testimonials• Press releases

Special features:• Online store• Heat illness Flash and PowerPoint

presentations

See ad on page 22



www.werksanusa.comWeightlifting Equipment

Site includes:• Product images, specs, and pricing• Company profile, guarantees, and

return policy• Contact information

Special features:• Online store and printable order

form• Bilingual option (Spanish)

www.whitehallmfg.comHospital & Therapy Products

Site includes:• Product specs• Company history• Product descriptions• Installation instructions

Special features:• Downloadable specs• Downloadable brochures

www.thexvest.comWeighted Vests

Site includes:• Product specs and images• Customer testimonials• Plyometric exercises and training

programs• Company background and contact

information

Special features:• News video clips• Online store

www.wisstechenterprises.comHydration Units

Site includes:• Product specs and images• Warranty information• Company background and contact

information• Pricing

Special features:• Dealer locator

See ad on page 68

www.weatherhawk.comWeather Stations

Site includes:• Product information and specifica-

tions• Customer testimonials• Links to online weather stations• Online store

Special features:• Free software downloads• Links to weather information

See ad on page 46

www.waterboysports.comSports & Industrial Hydration Systems

Site includes:• Product specs• Company contact page• Pricing information• Company background

Special features:• Online ordering• New 2007 newsletter

See ad on page 42

www.victoryfan.comAthletic Field Cooling Fans

Site includes:• Athletic and gymnasium product

specs and images• Company background• Contact info• Accessories and repair items

Special features:• Downloadable product brochures• Feedback forum

See ad on page 42

www.vertimax.comAll-Sport Training System

Site includes:• Product descriptions, features, and

advantages• Customer testimonials• Models and ordering information• Vertimax training techniques

Special features:• Vertimax video clips• Vertimax product photos

See ad on page 49

www.nzmfg.comAthletic Training & Rehab Products

Site includes:• Product descriptions• Product images• Company information• Catalog request

Special features:• Online store• Downloadable user’s guides

See ad on page 83


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AVAcore Technologies, Inc.888-AVACOREwww.avacore.com

CoreControl

CoreControl can be used to rapidly extract excess core body heat to help maintain peak physical and mental

perfor-mance, increase endurance, reduce the risk of heat stress or heat-related cramping,

and accelerate recovery. It’s intelligent performance optimization.

Primary Advantages: The portable CoreControl cools the body non-inva-sively, quickly, and conveniently from the inside out, using “thermal portals” in the hand. CoreControl reduces the rate of core temperature increase, enhances recovery, and helps eliminate heat as a limiting factor to perfor-mance.

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Cera Products, Inc.1-866-237-2770www.cerasport.com

CeraSport, CeraLyte

CeraSport is a rice-based electrolyte drink that was developed along with physicians at Johns Hopkins University to provide athletes with supe-rior hydration, enhanced energy, and prolonged endurance. CeraSport’s pat-ented formula promotes fast absorption of electro-lytes and fluids without causing the cramps and nausea associated with sugar-based drinks.

Primary Advantages: Helps prevent dehydration, allows for quick fluid and electrolyte replacement, sustains energy better than many sugar-based blends, minimizes the cramping and nausea associated with other sports drinks, improves circulating fluid vol-ume, does not attract bees.

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Cramer Products Inc.800-345-2231www.cramersportsmed.com

Powerflo, Powerflo 50, Coil Cool

Cramer Products offers three types of portable hydration units to help

hydrate ath-letes. Cramer’s newest unit, the Powerflo 50, offers an impressive 50 gallons of por-table hydra-tion.

Primary Advantages: Cramer’s hydration units are constructed out of 100-percent water-portable and FDA-approved materials for drinking water.

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CytoSport, Inc.888-298-6629www.cytosport.com

Cytomax

Use Cytomax while training or exercis-ing to ensure proper hydration, electro-lyte replacement, and energy balance, and to reduce fatigue. Drink it 15 minutes prior to training and consistent-ly during your workout for maximum results.

Primary Advantages: Patented alpha L-Polylactate™ buffers lactic acid production and minimizes post-exercise muscle sore-ness. Complex car-bohydrates provide sustained energy without the sugar “crash” while antioxi-dants help prevent free-radical damage to muscle cells.

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Gatorade800-88-GATORwww.gatorade.com

Gatorade Endurance Formula

Gatorade Endurance Formula is a specialized sports drink with a five-electrolyte blend designed to meet the fluid and elec-trolyte needs of athletes during longer, more intense workout sessions, like two-a-day football practices or all-day soccer tournaments.

Primary Advantages: During pro-longed activity, fluid and electrolyte losses can be significant. Gatorade Endurance Formula contains nearly twice the sodium (200 mg) and three times the potassium (90 mg) of Gatorade Thirst Quencher, which is the appropriate beverage for most active people and athletes.

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Outdoor Boss888-463-5699www.outdoorboss.com

The Boss Drinking System

The Boss drinking system is one of the most affordable and portable self-contained drinking sys-tems on the market. It weighs only12 pounds and is extremelyversatile.

Primary Advantages: The Boss can be used with a hand cart, golf cart, or any other transportation device. It is com-pletely sealed to prevent any contami-nation. Using this device helps to elimi-nate wasted cups and water bottles.

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HQ, Inc.941-721-7588www.hqinc.net

CorTemp™ Ingestible Core Body Temperature Monitoring Systems

The CorTemp Monitoring System, featuring the CorTemp ingestible temperature pill, has been marketed throughout the world for over 17 years. Once ingested, the pill wirelessly trans-mits an athlete’s core body temperature to a handheld moni-tor, where the data is picked up and recorded. It’s real-time, easy-to-use, and convenient for stationary or mobile environments. CorTemp is FDA-cleared.

Primary Advantages: Early interven-tion is an absolute necessity in the proper prevention, evaluation, and treatment of heat stress. Research indicates that external methods of monitoring core temperature are not always valid under conditions of


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intense exercise. The CorTemp system provides an internal, non-invasive, affordable approach in assessing elevated core temperature on the field, and measuring the effectiveness of cooling methods on the sidelines.

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Hydrate, LLC407-694-1034www.hydrate1.com

Aquapus

The Aquapus is a 50-gallon hydration system that allows up to eight players

to quickly and easily replenish vital fluids lost during practice and competition.

Primary Advantages: The Aquapus offers easy transportation of 50 gallons of water due to its

built-in hitch. It saves athletic train-ers valuable time, so they can be on the field with athletes, where they are needed.

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HydrationSolutions877-887-7601www.hydrationsolutions.net

Scorpion Hydration Systems

Scorpion Hydration Systems from HydrationSolutions were designed in concert with athletic trainers to keep

the needs of athletes and athletic train-ers in mind. The systems are designed to deliver dependable service and to simplify water deliv-ery for athlet-ic programs.

Primary Advantages: Scorpion prod-ucts are constructed using steel—not aluminum or plastic—to ensure a last-ing product. Each unit can be charged by simply plugging it into the quick-disconnect wire harness. This design eliminates the need to remove the battery.

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Morning Pride Manufacturing800-688-6148www.korekoolerrehabchair.com

Kore Kooler™ Rehab Chairs

Kore Kooler™ Rehab Chair is an affordable, portable, and effective way to cool athletes down and get them back on the field. The product uses a revolutionary approach called limb immersion, which employs large amounts of water to transfer heat and reduce core temperature.

Primary Advantages: The latest research shows that hand and forearm

immersion is the most effective way to lower core body temperature. The Kore Kooler Rehab Chair’s patented design

utilizes this proven method to reduce core temperature and heat stress vulnerability

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HEAT STRESS

Sports Innovations, Ltd.800-288-3954www.hydrateorlose.com

Aqualift Portable Drinking Systems

Hydration is a key to winning, and Aqualift portable drinking systems

deliver. From young athletes on the prac-tice field to profes-sionals in the NFL, this system is a must. Aqualift features four hoses with fully adjust-able drinking valves, a UL-approved fiber-glass electrical enclo-sure with quick release

locking latches, a 12-volt power sup-ply, and an automatic charger. It’s easy to use and built to last.

Primary Advantages: The Aqualift’s frame components are made of alumi-num to safely carry up to 500 pounds, and large pneumatic tires offer easy maneuverability on all types of ter-rain. A removable stainless steel filter screen and adjustable pump make for problem-free daily use and mainte-nance. Remember, hydrate or lose.

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SportsTemp877-570-4328www.sportstemp.com

SportsTemp™

Simply stick SportsTemp™ on the forehead before exercise, and you can monitor the athlete’s core brain tem-perature for the duration of any work-out or prac-tice. SportsTemp has been tested and proven to be extremely accurate.

Primary Advantages: SportsTemp is inexpensive, tested by medical profes-sionals, and proven accurate. It’s not just a temperature-measuring device, but also a heat illness-prevention tool. There is no expensive equipment to buy, and using it is as easy as putting on a bandage.

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Stromgren Supports800-527-1988www.stromgren.com

Polar Heat Temperature-Controlled Compression Shirts

Help your athletes stay safe and com-fortable when working out in extreme heat and cold with Stromgren’s Polar Heat Compression Shirt. A cold/heat pack is strategically positioned in a

In today's ultra competitive sportsenvironment, managing the health andsafety of athletes is paramount to

winning. Exertional heat illnesses inhibitan athlete's ability to perform at peaklevels, threatens their life safety andexposes your organization to potentiallysignificant liabilities. Quest Technologiesis the world leader in heat stressmonitoring technologies thatallow accurate, real-timeunderstanding of environmentaland physiological conditions

that directly affect an athlete's ability tostay healthy and compete successfully.Quest Technologies offers a total solutionincluding monitors on a purchase, rentaland rent-to-own basis as well as on-siteeducational seminars on the subject ofheat stress.

To learn more, call 1-800-245-0779 or visit our web site at www.Quest-Technologies.com.

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800-695-2942www.port-a-cool.com

Port-A-Cool®

Port-A-Cool® portable evaporative cooling units are ideal for the driving range, dugout, weight room, practice field, locker room, pool area, gym, sideline, tennis court, or anyplace else where traditional air conditioning is ineffective or cost-prohibitive. It’s environmentally friendly and energy efficient.

Primary Advantages: Port-A-Cool® units allow athletes to work longer and

harder while keeping cool and protected from the dan-gers of heat stress. It can also serve as a backup when standard air conditioning is unavailable.

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trap-top pocket located between the athlete’s shoulder blades to cool or heat the body for over three hours at a time. The shirt is made of moisture-

wicking compres-sion material to keep skin dry dur-ing long, intense workouts.

Primary Advantages: Field tests prove that the Polar Heat Compression Shirt helps athletes

maintain a safe core body temperature. It’s available in black or white in adult sizes at your local sporting goods dealer. For more information, go online today or call Stromgren.

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Uridynamics, Inc.866-748-7463www.uridynamics.com

Hydration Monitoring Test Strips

HydraTrend test strips provide athletes with a quick, convenient way to check their hydration status by performing

a simple 30-sec-ond urine test. The strips can be used before and after events, or between

intense workouts.

Primary Advantages: Being properly hydrated prior to endurance activities will optimize performance and compet-itiveness. The test strips can be used to determine the effectiveness of your hydration program, taking the guess-work out of good hydration status.

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Victory Air803-233-7035www.victoryfan.com

Fans & Misters

The Stroller Fan with Atomizer from Victory Air offers flash evaporative cooling for athletes in environments where heat stress may pose a danger.

Primary Advantages: Adjustable settings allow you to add humidity to the air as desired. Minimal maintenance is required since there are no nozzles or filters to worry about. An optional stroller assembly incorporates the water tank for easy transporta-tion. Victory Air fans and misters are extremely affordable.

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Waterboy Sports, Inc.888-442-6269www.waterboysports.com

Hydration Equipment

Waterboy Sports is not just a single product, but an extensive product line designed to meet various price ranges and the spe-cific needs of the athletic training com-

munity. Visit the company online to see its complete product line.

Primary Advantages: All Waterboy Sports products are designed to accommodate both the athlete and the athletic trainer. Each product is built to withstand the punishment of constant use and any abuse an angry athlete can dish out.

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WeatherHawk866-670-5982www.weatherhawk.com

WeatherHawk Weather Stations

WeatherHawk weather sta-tions monitor, display, and record condi-tions for man-aging heat stress param-eters. They are also used to validate wind speed and direction during events that may set new athletic records.

Primary Advantages: WeatherHawk stations provide real-time data displays of wind speed and direction, air tem-perature, relative humidity, and heat index. Data is logged with time and date for record keeping.

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WissTech Enterprises800-809-8184www.wisstechenterprises.com

Hydration Station

WissTech Enterprises offers a com-plete line of indoor and outdoor por-table drinking fountains. The Hydration Station is produced in 20-, 25-, and 50-gallon capaci-ties. The new Drinking Cart is intended for indoor use.

Primary Advantages: The Hydration Station is manufactured for durabil-ity. It features an all-welded cart with industrial casters and wheels to ensure years of worry-free service. Durable chrome-plated brass drinking valves are easy to use and warranted against breakage.

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NEW Product Launch

Unique features:• TENS, IFC, or Monochromatic Infrared Light to

reduce pain and increase circulation• Provides painless sub-sensory (microcurrent or nerve

block) or sensory (sensory, motor, or noxious level TENS) stimulation

• Electrical point stimulation with audio/visual detection of acupuncture/trigger points combined with infrared light and e-stim for treatment of multiple locations or patients

Benefi ts for the user:• Combines light therapy SLD pads with two channels

of electrical stimulation for simultaneous treatment of multiple locations or patients

• All probes allow rapid identifi cation of active acu/triggerpoints by audio signal and digital display of skin impedence

Accelerated Care Plus800-350-1100www.acplus.com

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Neuroprobe® 500 Pain Management System

Unique features:• Can be used for multiple stretches• Simple design makes it easy for

anyone to use• Strong, light construction can

easily be disassembled• Adjustable to most any size

Benefi ts for the user:• Effectively and simply stretches the back, shoulders,

lats, piriformis, IT bands, hamstrings, and shins• Can be taken with you wherever you go

Unique features:• Designed for athletes

and larger individuals• Greater support for

tibial shaft fractures• Size: 5.5” x 36”

Benefi ts for the user:• Fits a broader range of

athletes• Offers more stability for all limbs and the neck area• Radiolucent and waterproof• Lightweight and reusable

SAM Medical Products800-818-4726www.sammedical.com

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Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products800-810-1740www.medi-dyne.com

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Unique features:• Patent-pending ASW breathes

and wicks away moisture and perspiration• Medial and lateralstraps support the

ankle complex witheven compression

Benefi ts for the user:• Effectively designed to be worn over the

athlete’s shoe• Has the look of a spat-taped ankle• Is easy to put on either the right or left foot• Available in black or white at your local

sporting goods dealer

Stromgren Supports800-527-1988www.stromgren.com

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Active Ankle800-800-2896www.getchameleon.com

Ankle protection isn’t black and white anymore. With the new All-Sport Chameleon™ from Active Ankle®,

athletes can choose from eight bright interchange-able strap covers that come with each brace. The solid U-shaped frame ensures maximum strength, while the molded, fabric-lined EVA padding provides

lightweight comfort. The All-Sport Chameleon offers great style with the same great protection that has made Active Ankle one of the top brace manufacturers in the industry. For more information, visit the company online.

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Antibody410-581-0900www.antibodywear.com

The BodyGuard Compression Ankle Brace is designed to add comfort, stability, and performance enhance-ment to the sprained ankle. In the uninjured ankle it reduces the inci-dence of sprains, strains, and impact trauma, while adding stability and performance enhancement. As with all BodyGuards, it provides com-pression, support, heat circulation to the muscles and tendons, strain distri-bution, and impact absorption.

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Ball Dynamics International800-752-2255www.fitball.com

The new FitBALL® Deluxe Board from Ball Dynamics has an extra-large surface—19.5” x 27”—with ample room for full-body training. The heavy-duty plastic construction is perfect for high-usage fitness and rehab facilities. With a fulcrum height of five feet, the multi-directional base offers balance challenges for

both beginners and advanced users. The FitBALL Deluxe Board is part of the newly-expanded FitBALL® line of professional-quality fitness and thera-peutic products.

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Cho-Pat, Inc.800-221-1601www.cho-pat.com

The Achilles Tendon Strap helps alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with Achilles tendonitis. It

reduces strain on the tendon by spread-ing muscular contraction and promoting early heel rise. Developed in cooperation with the Mayo

Clinic, this patented strap is used by many sports-medicine professionals, who recognize it as an effective addi-tion to the traditional Achilles tendon-itis treatment procedures.

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DM Systems, Inc.800-254-5438www.dmsystems.com

AnkleTough® offers a system of progressive resistance that can be customized to fit the needs of any athlete. Using AnkleTough can help prevent the recurrence of ankle inju-ries by strength-ening and condition-ing the surround-ing ankle muscles and tendons. The system is com-prised of color-coded resistive tension straps in four strengths (light, medi-um, strong, and tough). Now with a lower price, AnkleTough is available in the four-pack (one each of four straps plus an exercise instruction guide) or in an eight-pack, each with the same resistance level.

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Exertools800-235-1559www.exertools.com

The Dyna-Disc from Exertools has become a staple in all kinds of training protocols. It’s the perfect companion for abdominal, lower back, propriocep-tion, balance, stabilization, and weight-

shift exercises. The Dyna-Disc is a seam-less pad 14 inches in diameter and two inches thick. It can be used to perform a wide variety of exer-cises from a standing or seated position, providing many of the

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Game Ready888-426-3732www.gameready.com

Chosen by world-champion profes-sional teams and top universities and high schools, the Game Ready Accelerated Recovery System simul-

taneously provides intermittent compression and control-lable cryo-therapy to help accel-erate healing after acute or chronic

injuries or following orthopedic surgery. Leading athletic trainers recommend Game Ready: “I’ve used Game Ready consistently, with fabulous results. Every athletic trainer should have it in their training room,” says Jasen Powell, Head Athletic Trainer of the Los Angeles Clippers.

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Jump Stretch, Inc.800-344-3539www.jumpstretch.com

Jump Stretch founder Dick Hartzell has perfected a way of treating ankle sprains that gets the athlete up and running (liter-ally) within minutes or hours, rather than weeks or months. Hartzell contends that RICE is anti-quated, and that rest and ice actually prolong the healing process. A video detailing his tractioning technique is available for $15. Three Flex Bands® (one average and two minis) are neces-sary to perform the treatment.

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Kelly Kinetics888-645-3559www.kellykinetics.com

The Ankle Isolator™ from Kelly Kinetics combines an adjustable weighted col-umn that provides a unique resistive tor-

sion and pro-prioceptive feeling with a patented biomechani-cal isolation channel to allow for precise place-ment of resis-

tance over the insertion of the targeted musculature. Whether it’s post-injury or preventative strengthening, stretching, or manipulation, this versatile non-weight-bearing device can be easily adjusted in half-pound increments to accommodate both early-stage patients and fully func-tional athletes.

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Magister Corp.800-396-3130www.magistercorp.com

Virtually identical to latex bands, REP Bands® resistive exercise bands from Magister Corp. offer greater elastic response, higher resiliency, and faster recovery. Patented REP Bands are the only resistive exercise bands manufac-tured exclusively in the United States.

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McDavid800-237-8254www.mcdavidusa.com

The 189 Ankle X has redefined the standard for ankle protection. Its multi-patented hinged cuff technol-

ogy restricts exces-sive rotation (twisting) and inversion (turning) forces, which are often the causes of both high and low ankle sprains. The brace features an ultrathane shell, which hugs the contours of the ankle for maximum

fit and comfort. The shell is durable, yet flexible enough to maintain an athlete’s comfort and performance. Learn more by visiting the company’s Web site.

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The lightweight, breathable 195 Ultralight laced ankle brace from McDavid remains a cornerstone of train-

ing rooms worldwide. Offering a convincing simulation of athletic taping, the brace’s fully adjustable figure-6 straps refuse to bunch or collapse, maintain-ing performance as well as comfort. As an added bonus, straps

can be retightened quickly and easily without bothersome relacing, keeping athletes where they belong: in the game.

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Medical Specialties, Inc.800-582-4040www.medspec.com

The ASO® Flex-Hinge from Medical Specialties combines the ASO’s pat-ented strapping system with an articu-lated plastic shell for superior ankle stabilization. The upper portion of the internal plastic shell is incorporated into the eyelet lace closure to create an inner cuff around the tibia and fibula. This cuff resists separation of the tibia and fibula to help treat syndesmosis ankle sprains and high ankle sprains. The semi-rigid plastic shell conforms to the anatomy of the ankle, which allows the stabilizing straps to capture the cal-caneus and resist inversion or eversion during motion.

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Mueller Sports Medicine800-356-9522www.muellersportsmed.com

The lightweight, hinged Lite™ Ankle Brace from Mueller Sports Medicine helps prevent rollover injuries and pro-

tects weak or injured ankles. The brace allows full vertical mobility without restric-tion while the padded, semi-rigid shells help protect against inver-sion and eversion sprains. The slim-line design with one strap

allows for easy on/off and a comfortable fit in most shoe styles. Ideal for volleyball and basketball, the Lite Ankle Brace is extremely lightweight and comfortable. It’s available in black or white, and one size fits both the left and right foot.

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Mueller Sports Medicine800-356-9522www.muellersportsmed.com

Mueller’s innovative new Hg80 line of products includes the patented Hg80 Adjust-To-Fit™ Ankle Brace, which

has been designed with features that maximize comfort and performance. The extended free-floating tongue has an addi-tional padded center liner to help protect against chafing from laces, and lacing

guides to help avoid bunching across the talar joint. The lack of binding under the heel area further adds to the comfort of this brace, while Mueller’s exclusive HydraCinn™ fabric helps wick moisture away from the foot. The Adjust-To-Fit side panels provide sup-port and a custom fit with minimum relacing, while flexible steel springs stabilize both sides of the ankle. This one-size brace fits shoe sizes from women’s six to men’s 18, and includes a free nylon mesh laundry bag.

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OPTP800-367-7393www.optp.com/ad

The Multi Challenge Board can be used for active and reactive rehabilita-tion of ankle injuries, and for ROM and

strength conditioning for the lower kinetic chain. It is also a use-ful tool for core mus-cle strengthening and stabilization, stretch-ing, improving proprio-ception and balance, and motor skill train-ing. Included with the Multi Challenge Board is an insert demon-strating a variety of

easy, intermediate, and advanced exer-cises. OPTP offers a variety of other balance-related products as well. For more information and a free catalog, call the company or visit its Web site.

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The simple design of the FootWheel by OPTP provides myofascial release to stretch and relax the foot. Its mul-tiple wheels effectively release trigger

points and tense mus-cles with a gentle rolling motion. Not only will it soothe tired, achy feet,

but it is a must in the management of plantar fasciitis. For more information and a free OPTP catalog, call toll-free or visit the company Web site.

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PRO Orthopedic Devices, Inc.800-523-5611www.proorthopedic.com

Designed to fit either foot, the Pro 610 Arizona Ankle Brace from PRO Orthopedic Devices is constructed of heavy-duty nylon to create a low-profile, durable, and lightweight brace. Two figure-eight lift straps encircle the foot, providing lat-eral and medial support. Hook-

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and-loop fasteners allow quick and easy adjustment. A neoprene tongue provides a comfortable pad under the laces, eliminating instep irritation.

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Pro-Tec Athletics800-799-3372www.injurybegone.com

Tired of Achilles tendon pain? Pro-Tec Athletics has the answer with the Achilles Tendon Support. This

Achilles tendon brace offers comfort-able compres-sion to

stabilize the tendon and reduce stress. It also features an elastic strap that provides a lift to the heel, preventing excessive stretching of the tendon. Comfortable and effective, the Achilles Tendon Support will help prevent fur-ther damage and enhance the healing process, allowing your athletes to get back into competition sooner.

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Pro-Tec Athletics offers Arch Pro-Tec arch supports. These supports provide a slight lift to the arch by applying upward compression, alleviating plantar fasciitis

and heel spurs. Targeted support reduces stress to the arch

region and alleviates inflammation and tearing of the plantar fascia. Visit the Pro-Tec Web site to learn more about all of the company’s quality products.

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SAM Medical Products800-818-4726www.sammedical.com

SAM® Splint, one of the most versatile splints on the planet, is now available as the SAM Splint XL, designed to offer greater support for irregular-sized limbs and to be

more comfortable for larger individu-als. This new version of the SAM Splint is 5–1/2 inches wide. From a minor thumb or ankle sprain to a compound femoral fracture, there is a SAM Splint for any and all of your splinting needs.

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SAM Medical Products800-818-4726www.blistoban.com

Treat hot spots and blisters with the advanced gliding action of Blist-O-Ban® with BursaTek® patented tech-nology. Relief from problems associated with shear and fric-tion is critical in any sport, and the glid-ing principle is the answer. Give your athletes an edge with technology based on the bursa, the body’s natural defense against fric-tion. Blist-O-Ban is ultra-thin and can be used for treatment or prevention.

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Stromgren Supports800-527-1988 www.stromgren.com

The new Model 390 Ankle Lock from Stromgren Supports isn’t just another lace-up ankle support—it’s the newest

concept in ankle support technol-ogy. The newly patented Model 390 com-bines the simplic-

ity of a lace-up with a permanently attached but comfortable heel cup and side stabilizers for better-than-tape support. The athlete is allowed a full range of motion, but inversion and eversion of the ankle complex is a lock: The heel cup stabilizes the heel as the side stabilizers lock the medial and lateral ankle complex to help pre-vent any abnormal movement.

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The Hygenic Corporation800-321-2135www.thera-band.com

The new Thera-Band® Resistance Band Dispenser Packs allow clubs, gyms, and clinics to distribute and

track sales of individually-wrapped, pre-cut Thera-Band latex bands, while minimizing the potential for passing skin infec-tions through shared band usage. Each

dispenser includes 30 folded, poly-bagged 5-foot/1.5m bands in a single color. Each wrapped band includes safety information and refers users to www.Thera-BandAcademy.com for exercise examples. Band packs are available in yellow, red, green, blue, and black. Call today to find a distributor.

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Tru-Balance Products Corp.866-429-9874www.trubalancecorp.com

The Performance Grabber orthotic insole offers athletes a unique perfor-mance advantage by supporting foot tendons and stabilizing the heelbone

and arch. It features a layer of Politec® material to reduce heel strike impact, absorb shock,

and provide energy return with every step. The sides of the insole form to the foot to provide stability and pre-vent slippage, which helps prevent injury. The Performance Grabber is lightweight and washable.

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Get the new Foam Roller DVDfrom Exertools. It really rules.Our new DVD by Working Well Solutions showsstep-by-step how to improve posture and strengthen your core in just minutes a day.

Exertools features the widest selection of high quality Follers™ Foam Rollers. Available for fastdelivery in 1”- 6” diameters, full, half, quartersand three-quarter round. Check out our cool Follers’ covers to keep the classic 6” x 36” clean and easy totransport. See it all on-line at www.exertools.comwhere you’ll find the lowest prices. Or call to orderat 800-235-1559.

Follers is a registered trademark and Exertools is a trademark of Exertools, Inc. ©2006Exertools, Inc.

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High Praise For Flex Bands“I have used Jump Stretch’s Flex Bands in each of my six years as Head Baseball Coach at Youngstown State University, and I have been very

pleased with how they’ve aided our strength training, flexibility, and injury recovery. We use the Flex Bands every day, and I tell our players that their bands are their most important piece of equipment.

“We have had a number of pitchers make significant increases in their velocity, and I attribute much of it to the use of Flex Bands. We’ve had sev-eral pitchers drafted (including one cur-rent Major Leaguer), and that was not a regular occurrence before we started using the bands. Flex Bands have helped tremendously by increasing our players’ flexibility and arm strength.

“Decreased rehab time is probably the most significant effect of the bands. Sprained ankles that normally take three to four weeks to recover from now take only three to four days, thanks to Flex Bands and tractioning. And pulled muscles are pretty much a thing of the past.

“I feel Flex Bands are a must for any organization looking to maximize player performance.”

Mike FlorakHead Baseball Coach

Youngstown State University, Ohio

Jump Stretch, Inc.1230 N. Meridian Rd.Youngstown, OH 44509800-344-3539www.jumpstretch.com

Nutrition Symposium Offers You MoreSports nutrition remains one of the strength and fitness industry’s hottest topics, and with the amount of infor-mation available to the practitioner, it can often be difficult to discern what is accurate and applicable from what isn’t.

The NSCA will help you put your athletes on the right track with the Nutrition: Recovery & Regeneration Symposium, September 8-9, 2006, in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Pushing athletes to their physical limits naturally involves nutritional interven-tion. The focus of this symposium is recovery and regeneration for the athlete. It will cover specific topics, including advanced dietary interven-tions, the implications of overtraining, illegal ergogenic aids, and variable bio-chemical assay of recovery and regen-eration interventions.

Highlighted speakers include Dave Ellis, RD, Karen Daigle, MS, RD, and Rob Skinner, MS, RD/LD, CSCS.

For more information or to register, call or go online today.

NSCA1885 Bob Johnson DriveColorado Springs, CO 80906800-815-6826www.nsca-lift.org

SwimEx Shows Off Its VersatilityFor technology, versatility, and func-tionality, these athletic trainers have found that there’s simply no better pool on the market.

“With the SwimEx, we’re able to adjust the resistance and measure the player’s progress during recovery. The SwimEx pool is an essential tool

that helps us get injured players back on the court as quickly as possible.”

Gary Briggs, ATCHead Athletic Trainer

Utah Jazz

“SwimEx offered the versatility we needed. With the adjustable current and plyometric workstations, SwimEx allows us to simulate skating as well as defensive movements, so we can use it to train or rehabilitate any member of the Stars.”

Dave Surprenant, ATCHead Athletic Trainer

Dallas Stars

“SwimEx pools require the least amount of maintenance and offer the widest array of rehabilitation and con-ditioning options for our athletes. In addition, we were able to work with SwimEx on a custom design, allowing the pools to be a showpiece for our facility.”

Bob Howard, ATCHead Athletic Trainer

University of Connecticut

SwimEx, Inc.846 Airport Rd.Fall River, MA 02720800-877-7946www.swimex.com


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519 . . . Accelerated Care Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69523 . . . Active Ankle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70524 . . . Antibody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70511 . . . Aqualift/Sports Innovations . . . . . . . . . . . 66548 . . . Aquatic Fitness Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77525 . . . Ball Dynamics (FitBALL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70573 . . . Biofreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81557 . . . Brace International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78501 . . . Cera Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64526 . . . Cho-Pat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70500 . . . CoreControl (AVAcore) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64502 . . . Cramer Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64579 . . . Creative Health Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 83503 . . . CytoSport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64527 . . . DM Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70558 . . . Dynatronics (Dynatron X3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78559 . . . Dynatronics (Dynatron XP Light Pad) . . . . . . 78577 . . . efi Sports Medicine (Cuff Link) . . . . . . . . . 82578 . . . efi Sports Medicine (PlyoRebounder) . . . . . 82528 . . . Exertools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70529 . . . Game Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70504 . . . Gatorade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64560 . . . Gebauer (Instant Ice) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78561 . . . Gebauer (Spray and Stretch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78506 . . . HQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64563 . . . Human Kinetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78507 . . . Hydrate, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

508 . . . HydrationSolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65550 . . . HydroWorx (1200 Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77549 . . . HydroWorx (500 Series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77530 . . . Jump Stretch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70531 . . . Kelly Kinetics (Ankle Isolator) . . . . . . . . . . . . 71509 . . . KoreKooler (Morning Pride) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65532 . . . Magister Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71533 . . . McDavid (189 Ankle X) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71534 . . . McDavid (195 Ultralight) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71566 . . . MDI (Econo-Vac) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79565 . . . MDI (MicroShield/MicroMask) . . . . . . . . . . . . 78520 . . . Medi-Dyne Healthcare Products . . . . . . 69535 . . . Medical Specialties (ASO Flex-Hinge) . . . . 71564 . . . Medical Specialties (DynaTrack) . . . . . . . . 78537 . . . Mueller (Hg80 Adjust-To-Fit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72536 . . . Mueller (Lite Ankle Brace) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71567 . . . NASM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79568 . . . NSCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79570 . . . NSCA Certification (CSCS) . . . . . . . . . . . 80569 . . . NSCA Certification (Strength/Conditioning) . . 80552 . . . NZ Mfg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77571 . . . Oakworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80539 . . . OPTP (FootWheel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72538 . . . OPTP (Multi Challenge Board) . . . . . . . . . . . . 72505 . . . Outdoor Boss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64580 . . . Perform Better (catalog) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83551 . . . Perform Better (underwater treadmill) . . . . . 77

510 . . . Port-A-Cool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66553 . . . Power Systems (Aqua Rack) . . . . . . . . . . . . 77554 . . . Power Systems (Water Cuffs) . . . . . . . . . . . 77575 . . . PRO Orthopedic (Pro 407 Elbow Brace) . . . 82540 . . . PRO Orthopedic (Pro 610 Ankle Brace) . . . 72541 . . . Pro-Tec (Achilles Tendon Support) . . . . . . . . . 73542 . . . Pro-Tec (arch supports) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73574 . . . Prossage Heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81521 . . . SAM Medical (Product Launch) . . . . . . . . . . 69544 . . . SAM Medical Products (Blist-O-Ban) . . . . 73543 . . . SAM Medical (Splint XL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73576 . . . SmartPractice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82512 . . . SportsTemp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66522 . . . Stromgren (Ankle Spat Wrap) . . . . . . . . . . . . 69545 . . . Stromgren (Model 390 Ankle Lock) . . . . . . . . 74513 . . . Stromgren (Polar Heat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66555 . . . SwimEx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77572 . . . The Hygenic Corp. (Performance Health) . . 81556 . . . Thera-Band/Hygenic (Aqua Belt) . . . . . . . 77546 . . . Thera-Band/Hygenic (dispenser) . . . . . . . 74547 . . . Tru-Balance Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74514 . . . Uridynamics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67562 . . . VertiMax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78515 . . . Victory Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67516 . . . WaterBoy Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68517 . . . WeatherHawk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68518 . . . WissTech Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

126 . . . Antibody (The BodyGuard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36127 . . . Aqualift/Sports Innovations . . . . . . . . . . . 38112 . . . Aquatic Fitness Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20104 . . . Biofreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7150 . . . Brace International (Fluk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74155 . . . Brace International (MAX) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81151 . . . BushwalkerBags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79121 . . . Cadlow Shoulder Stabilizer (DM Systems) . 29156 . . . CeraSport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81102 . . . Cho-Pat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4135 . . . CoreControl (AVAcore) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46154 . . . Corganics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80100 . . . CytoSport (Muscle Milk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IFC103 . . . Dynatronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5107 . . . efi Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11149 . . . Exertools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74157 . . . FitBALL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82152 . . . Flexall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79111 . . . Game Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19101 . . . Gatorade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3109 . . . Gebauer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

129 . . . HQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41138 . . . Human Kinetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50113 . . . Hydrate, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20141 . . . HydrationSolutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65128 . . . HydroWorx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40159 . . . Jump Stretch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87160 . . . Kneebourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IBC133 . . . Kore Kooler (Morning Pride) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45117 . . . Magister Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25114 . . . McDavid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21105 . . . MDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8118 . . . Medical Specialties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26108 . . . Mueller Sports Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12139 . . . NASM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51106 . . . NSCA Certification Commission . . . . . . . 9124 . . . NSCA Nutrition Conference . . . . . . . . . . 34161 . . . Oakworks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BC110 . . . OPTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15136 . . . Outdoor Boss (Go Flow) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47119 . . . Perform Better . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27143 . . . Port-A-Cool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

123 . . . Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33146 . . . PRO Orthopedic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 72125 . . . Pro-Tec Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35120 . . . Prossage Heat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28142 . . . Quest Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66147 . . . SAM Medical (Blist-O-Ban) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73148 . . . SAM Medical (Splint XL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73145 . . . SmartPractice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71116 . . . SportsTemp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22140 . . . Stromgren (Ankle Spat Wrap) . . . . . . . . . . . . 53132 . . . Stromgren (Polar Heat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43115 . . . SwimEx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22122 . . . Thera-Band/Hygenic Corporation . . . . . 30153 . . . Tru-Balance Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80158 . . . TurfCordz/NZ Mfg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83137 . . . VertiMax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49131 . . . Victory Air, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42130 . . . WaterBoy Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42134 . . . WeatherHawk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46144 . . . WissTech Enterprises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68


AQUATIC THERAPY

Aquatic Fitness Products877-757-2802www.burdenkoww.com

The Water Walker’s unique design offers an aquatic workout that burns two to three times as many calories as standard water or land jogging, while placing minimal stress on the joints. Its wings plane out as the foot thrusts downward to increase resis-tance, then retract during upward movement. The Water Walker comes with an instructional DVD con-taining 22 exercises that can be used to develop speed, strength, balance, coor-dination, flexibility, and endurance.

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HydroWorx International, Inc.800-753-9633www.hydroworx.com

Finally, the pool of your dreams at the right price. The HydroWorx 500 Series pool offers tremendous versatility and remarkable value. This 14’L x 7’6”W x 5’ deep pool includes an integrated underwater treadmill, directional resistance jets, and multiple therapy work stations. The pool can be used to provide physical therapy, sports-perfor-mance training, conditioning, personal training, and even spa treatments.

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The HydroWorx 1200 Series includes technology that represents a quantum leap forward in aquatic therapy and fitness. This HydroWorx pool pro-vides physi-cal therapists and athletic trainers with ultimate flex-ibility in a barrier-free modular pool that satisfies the contrasting demands of tra-ditional rehab patients and elite athletes. The HydroWorx 1200 Series contains the same moveable floor technology and features as the HydroWorx 2000 Series, compacted into a 9’L x 6’W x 6’3” deep space. Now, nothing is impossible.

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Perform Better800-556-7464www.performbetter.com

Perform Better offers a unique under-water treadmill with a safe, self-pro-pelled system that works only as hard as the user and allows for weight-reduced walking or running in water. A unique flywheel mechanism keeps the treadmill moving, and its double-sided platform can be used roller-side down for light-resis-tance exercises. Check out this underwater treadmill in the Perform Better catalog, or call the company toll-free to learn more.

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NZ Mfg., LLC800-886-6621www.nzmfg.com

NZ Mfg. now offers an additional chute size for its StrechCordz Drag Belt/Tow Tether product line. Athletes can choose from an eight-inch (yellow) chute, a 12-inch (blue) chute, and now a 16-inch (black) chute. Used by swim-mers of all abilities, the Drag Belt/Tow Tether allows for resistance swimming, while the drag chute is compatible with flip turns. Each chute is made with a coated material for durability in the water, and it clips on and off the tether for quick interchangeability. For more information or to order this item, call the company toll-free or visit online to find an NZ Mfg. dealer nearest you.

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Power Systems800-321-6975www.power-systems.com

Clean up the deck and protect your investment in aquatic training equipment with Power Systems’ Aqua Rack. This three-tiered rack can hold and transport most aquatic equipment by securely cradling the gear in mesh hammocks, which allow for water run-off and ven-tilation. The end posts can be used for hanging resistance tubing, swim bags, or towels. The Aqua Rack is constructed

of sturdy two-inch PVC with swivel casters for smooth mobility. Measuring 57”W x 29”L x 40”H, it easily rolls through most

doorways. For more information, visit online or call toll-free.

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Add resistance and increase the effec-tiveness of water workouts or reha-bilitation programs by wearing Power Systems’ Water Cuffs on the ankles or wrists. These soft, non-abra-sive, closed-cell foam cuffs also improve the body’s buoyancy and add drag to strengthen muscles. Fully-adjust-able straps secure the cuffs around the ankle and under the foot. One size fits most.

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SwimEx, Inc.800-877-7946www.swimex.com

SwimEx, the manufacturer of choice for over 100 professional and col-legiate sports teams nationwide, has introduced a new motorized, inte-grated treadmill. When combined with the SwimEx wall of water, it creates one of the most challenging water conditioning workouts on the mar-ket today. Constructed of durable high-traction rub-ber with a non-corrosive frame, the treadmill is integrated into the SwimEx pool floor and features variable speeds of up to eight miles per hour, a speed indicator, and a removable handrail for optional support. Athletes enjoy the benefits of high-intensity aquatic pro-tocols in a low-impact environment.

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The Thera-Band® Aqua Belt is unique-ly shaped to hold your clients upright in the water. It is a specially contoured soft foam pad that com-fortably prevents users from tilting while jogging and performing deep-water activities. Holding an upright upper-body position is crucial when performing aquatic car-diovascular and rehabili-tation exercises. Proper form prevents injuries and helps make exercises more effective. Call today to find a distributor.

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Brace International, Inc.800-545-1161www.braceint.com

Brace International offers the MAX™, a major advancement in the design of shoulder girdle supports. The snug-fit-

ting, lightweight material allows for comfort with movement while protecting the gle-nohumeral joint from subluxations and dislocations. Its strap design system offers many options for maximal stabil-

ity where needed, allowing athletes to reach their required range of motion.

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Dynatronics800-874-6251www.dynatronics.com

Capable of delivering three indepen-dent light therapy treatments simul-taneously (one light probe and two pads), the new Dynatron X3™ is one of the most powerful light therapy devices available. Users can choose between four light probes that provide combinations of infrared, laser, and blue light while the device delivers two unattended treatments with the powerful 8” x 10” Dynatron XP™ Light Pad. With 16,000 mW of power, the Dynatron X3 provides up to three individual treatments at the same time.

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The Dynatron XP™ Light Pad is big, fast, flexible, and unattended. Covering an 8” x 10” area, the Dynatron XP is

100 times larger than competing light probes, making the treatment of large areas of the body fast

and easy. With 7,500 mW of power, the entire lower back can be treated in less than 10 minutes. The XP is compat-ible with all six Solaris devices, as well as the new DX2™ combination light therapy/traction system.

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Gebauer Co.800-321-9348www.gebauerco.com

Gebauer’s Instant Ice non-prescription skin refrigerant can be used like ice for

minor pain and swelling from sprains, strains, bruising, contu-sions, and minor sports injuries. Gebauer’s Instant Ice is ideal for facili-ties that restrict the use of flam-

mable components. It is available in a mist spray or stream spray aerosol can, and can be purchased directly from Gebauer by calling the company or visiting its Web site.

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Gebauer’s Spray and Stretch topical anesthetic skin refrigerant replaces Gebauer’s Fluori-Methane, which has been discontinued. Use Gebauer’s Spray and Stretch fine stream spray in conjunction with the spray and stretch technique to effectively manage myofas-cial pain, restricted motion, trigger points, muscle spasms, and minor sports injuries. The product is non-flammable and avail-able only by prescription. It can be purchased through your medical supplier or wholesaler, or directly from Gebauer.

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Genetic Potential800-699-5867www.vertimax.com

A new low-load, velocity-specific train-ing program is now available for the ultimate in force development. The VertiMax PLUS series is a revolution-ary advancement in functional, sport-specific, total-body training. It is the only system capable of apply-ing multiple loads at multiple body locations, including the ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, and arms, while the athlete is performing explosive lower- and/or upper-body training. The VertiMax

PLUS series is strongly endorsed by many NFL, NBA, and NCAA Division I head coaches. Visit VertiMax’s Web site for more details and customer tes-timonials.

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Human Kinetics800-747-4457www.HumanKinetics.com

Stretch to Win offers a complete flex-ibility training system—a proven winner for today’s athlete. Authors Ann and

Chris Frederick have trained many elite and aspir-ing athletes. Their scientifically based program starts with evaluation tools that can be used to create a personal flexibil-ity assessment. Based on that

evaluation, you can create a custom-ized stretching matrix that optimally trains the muscles and connective tissue most pivotal to performance in your sport.

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Medical Specialties, Inc.800-582-4040www.medspec.com

With its easy-to-apply design, the DynaTrack Patella Stabilizer aids in the treatment of patellofemoral dys-function. Each size fits either the left or right knee. The internal but-tress can be positioned to apply either lateral or medial pressure on the patella. The amount of pressure can be adjusted by changing the tension on the straps leading from the internal buttress and from the outer wrap. A large pop-liteal opening permits high degrees of flexion with no discomfort.

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Microtek Medical - MDI800-824-3027www.mdimicrotek.com

MDI’s CPR MicroShield and CPR MicroMask offer unrivaled performance for CPR situations. The CPR MicroMask features a valve with a large opening, allowing less restrictive rescue breath-ing and conforming to all types of facial anatomy. It features a positive, one-way, non-rebreathing valve complete


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with a 3M Filtrete filter, and it is flexible in a wide range of temperatures. The CPR MicroShield protects first respond-ers and allows for proper performance

of CPR. The pat-ented one-way valve and single-piece design

maintains structural integrity and assures no barrier leakage.

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The MDI Econo-Vac™ is the only dis-posable vacuum splint you can afford to lose, eliminating the concern over lost splints left at the field or the hospital. It incorpo-rates a pos-itive lock-ing pinch clamp to ensure the vacuum is not accidentally compromised. The Econo-Vac Deluxe

Extremity Set includes one of each of the five extremity splints, and is avail-able in a durable nylon case with the Econo-Vac handheld pump and adapt-er. For details on the latest innovation or to place an order, call MDI or visit the company’s Web site.

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National Academy of Sports Medicine

800-460-NASMwww.nasm.org

Learn NASM’s Optimum Performance Training for Performance Enhancement™ in a new two-day workshop that’s coming to your area. In this compre-hensive, hands-on work-shop, you’ll earn 1.6 NASM CEUs and develop the skills necessary to assess and design programs to enhance ath-letic performance and decrease the risk of injury for just about any athletic client.

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NSCA800-815-6826www.nsca-lift.org

Speed, agility, and quickness are essential components in athletic competition. NSCA’s Speed, Agility & Quickness video is designed for

strength and con-ditioning coaches, performance coaches, and ath-letes looking for a training edge over the competition. This video shows how to increase velocity, change direction with effi-ciency, and react in a split-second. The video contains

information on the correct starting technique for the 40-yard dash, plyo-metric techniques, over-speed drills, ladder drills, reactive drills, and more.

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NSCA Certification Commission888-746-2378www.nsca-cc.org

The Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning Multimedia Symposium CDs offer strength and conditioning professionals conve-

nient access to industry-leading presentations right from their desktop. Listen and follow along as industry pro-fessionals lecture on the content areas, scientific principles, con-cepts, and theo-

ries relevant to the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS) examination. Each CD includes an interactive video and slide presentation, a printable outline, and interactive self-assessment questions written in the same style as actual exam questions. The price is $134.95 for NSCA mem-bers and $199.95 for non-members.

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The Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS) examination from the NSCA Certification Commission identifies individuals who possess the knowl-

edge and skills needed to design and imple-ment

safe and effective strength and con-ditioning programs for athletes. The exam consists of two sections—a Scientific Foundations section and a Practical/Applied section. The major content areas covered by the exam include exercise sciences, nutrition, program design, exercise technique, testing and evaluation, and organiza-tion and administration. Prerequisites for the CSCS exam are a four-year degree and CPR certification. The cost is $260 for NSCA members and $380 for non-members.

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Oakworks800-916-4603www.oakworkspt.com

Oakworks®’ Portable Taping Table is a rugged piece of equipment that can support your largest athlete, yet it weighs only 35 pounds. With a height range of 32 to 42 inches, it’s the only adjustable, portable taping table on

the market with inde-pendently telescoping legs, which is critical for immedi-ate sideline care. The marine-grade poly-mer top, aluminum

construction, and complementary sus-pension system guarantee durability and dependability. The Game Package includes the table, field feet, a carrying case, and a shoulder strap.

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Full length insert combines dynamic arch and heel support providing greater

foot stability and balance control.SUPPORTS FOOT TENDONSAligns foot with lower leg for balance.

PREVENTS FOOT SLIPPAGEProvides stability & helps prevent foot injury.

STABILIZES HEELBONE & ARCHEnables a faster response time.

ENERGY RETURNA layer of POLITEC® reduces stress shock & returns energy up through the feet.

Tru-Balance Products Corp.Phone: 866-429-9874 • www.tru-balancecorp.com

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The Hygenic Corporation, a leading manufacturer of products and solu-tions utilized in the healthcare and wellness markets under the Thera-

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The Biofreeze® family of pain-reliev-ing products includes a soothing gel, a convenient roll-on, and the new natu-ral Cryospray™. Biofreeze effectively relieves pain from athletic injuries,

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Prossage™ Heat is a uniquely blended, area-specific, non-slip, controllable-glide warming ointment that’s 100-percent natural. It’s for-mulated specifically for deep-tissue

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PRO Orthopedic Devices, Inc.800-523-5611www.proorthopedic.com

The Pro 407 Hyperextension Elbow Brace from PRO Orthopedic Devices features a pair of lightweight compos-ite hinges, fully enclosed in pockets to

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The EMT ToothSaver™ by SmartHealth has a unique formula that keeps knocked-out teeth alive for up to 24 hours, so the natural tooth can be re-inserted. Its rejuvenating fluid protects tooth tissue from dehydration, allowing athletic trainers to treat inju-ries that are more

serious. The EMT ToothSaver can be easily stored in any first-aid kit, so you’re always prepared for dental acci-dents.

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efi Sports Medicine800-541-4900www.efisportsmedicine.com

With its 90-degree and isolator han-dles, the Cuff Link® from efi Sports Medicine® closes the kinetic chain for rehab of the upper shoulder extrem-

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PlyoRebounder®, from efi Sports Medicine®, is a multi-faceted tool for

developing or rehab-bing quick-response proprio-ception. It enhances core strength, upper- and lower-plyo-metric agili-ty, and reac-tion time. For higher

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2006 has been an exciting year for Presagia. In addition to re-branding its flagship athlete health-management software InjuryZone as Presagia Sports, the company has created an all-new Web site. You will notice some major improvements, includ-ing graphic enhancements, a more streamlined design, and updated content. All of these changes have been made to optimize the overall Web-surfing experience for visitors. Presagia is continually updating its site, so check back often for the latest information and news about one of the most advanced software programs avail-able to manage athlete health. Also, read the company’s customer success stories to learn how Presagia can work for you.www.presagia.com

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Visit SAM Medical Products’ Web site today and read about the company’s newest and most exciting product innovations. A frequently updated news page includes articles, press releases, and information about studies demonstrating the safety and effectiveness of SAM products. Also available on the site are detailed product profiles complete with photos, a trade show calendar, and downloadable news-letters. You can find the SAM Medical dealer nearest you, and even order some products directly from the site. www.sammedical.com

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CEU QUIZ


T&C July/August 2006Volume XVI, No. 5

Training & Conditioning is pleased to provide NATA and NSCA members with the opportunity to earn continuing educa-tion units through reading issues of the magazine. The following quiz is based on articles that appear in this issue of Training & Conditioning. By satisfactorily completing the quiz and mailing it back to T&C, readers can earn 2.0 BOC Athletic Training and 0.2 NSCA (two hours) continuing education units.

Instructions: Fill in the circle on the answer form (on page 86) that represents the best answer for each of the questions below. Complete the form at the bottom of page 86, include a $20 payment to Training & Conditioning, and mail it by September 15, 2006 to the following address: Training & Conditioning, ATTN: 16.5 Quiz, 31 Dutch Mill Road, Ithaca, NY 14850. Readers who cor-rectly answer 70 percent of the questions will be notified of their earned credit by mail no later than November 1, 2006.

Hydro Power (pages 16-21)Objective: See how water workouts are great for not only rehabbing athletes, but for strength training them too.

1. When standing in chest-deep water, an athlete weighs what percentage of his or her normal body weight?a) 5.b) 10.c) 15.d) 20.

2. One benefit of working out in water includes:a) Less chance of dehydration.b) Less wear and tear on joints. c) Less perspiration.d) Activities can be more sports-specific.

3. Because there are no gravitational forces, water is more resistant than air by what percentage?a) 12.b) 15.c) 30.d) 33.

4. According to the author, working out in a pool for 30 minutes gives a benefit similar to _____ hour(s) of a land-based workout.a) 1.b) 2. c) 2.5.d) 3.

The Strongest Survive (pages 31-36)Objective: Understand the latest research and opin-ions on the use of creatine for athletes.

5. One concern that crops up with the use of supple-ments is the risk of _________________.a) Weak potency.b) Contamination.c) Inconsistent dosages.d) A watered-down effect.

6. Creatine helps increase what?a) Flexibility.b) Endurance and flexibility.c) Power and explosiveness.d) Reaction time.

7. The established dosage guideline is _____ grams per kilogram of body weight per day for loading.a) .25.b) .3.c) .4.d) .5.

8. Why is age an area for concern when it comes to cre-atine use?a) Research has only been conducted on college-

aged and older athletes.b) Adolescents have displayed kidney dysfunction

with creatine use.c) Research indicates growing adolescents require

twice the dosage.d) College-aged athletes utilize creatine more effi-

ciently.

9. What percentage of high school athletes who took cre-atine took more than the recommended amount?a) 60.b) 70.c) 80.d) 90.

10. One concern with creatine use that hasn’t been explored enough is that it can lead to:a) Constipation.b) Diarrhea.c) An increased demand on the kidneys.d) An increased heart rate.

Hot But Not Bothered (pages 39-47)Objective: Learn about one university’s heat stress prevention program.

11. In the article, Dr. Walters explains South Carolina’s heat stress prevention program, which begins with:a) Identifying athletes with increased potential for

heat problems.b) Monitoring axilla temperature of each athlete at

each practice.c) Weigh-ins before and after practice.d) Monitoring blood pressure throughout practice.


12. What are “salty sweaters” provided with as part of the program?a) Low sodium drinks.b) An enriched sodium drink prior to practice and

aggressive hydration.c) One extra water break during practice.d) A protein drink before practice.

13. The author reports on a study that found athletes turned over an average of how many liters of fluid during two-a-day practices in August?a) 5.b) 11.c) 14.d) 20.

14. According to this article, players weighing _____ pounds perspire the most and need to focus on replacing fluids.a) 150-175.b) 175-210.c) 200-300.d) 225-325.

15. What is a normal sweat sodium content?a) 10 mEq/L.b) 20 mEq/L.c) 30 mEq/L.d) 40 mEq/L.

16. Ten milligrams of sodium is equivalent to how many grams of sodium chloride?a) 10.b) 15.c) 20.d) 25.

17. A major message from the athletic training staff at South Carolina to student-athletes is:a) Minimize caffeinated beverages.b) Water is superior to sports drinks.c) Protein intake must be increased two-fold in

season.d) Constant fluid replacement is important.

18. Weight loss greater than what percentage should be replaced before athletes leave the locker room?a) 1.b) 2.c) 3.d) 4.

19. Weather conditions may be monitored with the:a) Dry Air Temperature Index.b) Proximity of Sun to Earth Formula.c) Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer.d) UV Index.

20. The University of South Carolina _______________ to account for equipment football players wear.a) Decreases the index by 20.b) Decreases the index by 10.c) Increases the index by 10.d) Increases the index by 20.

21. The recommended method of core body temperature assessment is:a) Forehead monitoring.b) Axilla monitoring.c) Ear canal monitoring.d) Rectal monitoring.

22. The article references a temperature of _____ degrees necessary to submerge the athlete in cold water. a) 101.b) 102.c) 103.d) 104.

23. When cold-water immersion is not possible, treat-ment of exertional heat stroke includes what?a) Stretching and massaging the involved muscles.b) Spraying the athlete with cool water and provid-

ing drinks.c) Placing the athlete in a supine position with legs

elevated.d) Moving the athlete to a cooler area, calling 911,

monitoring their ABC’s, and beginning alternative cooling.

Changing Direction (pages 48-53)Objective: How Bradley University revamped its strength and conditioning program.

24. The author indicates some changes made in their team’s weight lifting program that include:a) Team-oriented circuit style lifting.b) Freestyle lifting.c) Individual lifting times and programs.d) A decreased number of sets and repetitions.

25. Nutrition was emphasized by:a) Weekly pamphlets and handouts.b) Review of a nutrition log.c) Providing athletes with pre-made NCAA

approved shakes and individual educationby a nutritionist.

d) Group discussions that suggested healthyeating habits.

Answer sheet is on page 86

CEU QUIZ ANSWER FORM


Instructions: Fill in the circle on the answer form below that represents your selection of the best answer for each of the pre-vious questions. Complete the form at the bottom of this page, include a $20 payment to Training & Conditioning, and mail it to the following address: Training & Conditioning, ATTN: 16.5 Quiz, 31 Dutch Mill Road, Ithaca, NY 14850, no later than September 15, 2006. Readers who correctly answer 70 percent of the questions will receive 2.0 BOC Athletic Training and 0.2 NSCA (two hours) CEU’s, and will be notified of their earned credit by mail no later than November 1, 2006.

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