TIGERS!! Are you interested in helping the athletic training staff as well as learning about the profession of athletic training? Join us on 11/04 to find out how to get involved! π―π
THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our first ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS event sponsored by @Athletico. A BIG CONGRATS to the first place team!
If you are interested in learning about how you can get involved in athletic training, please reach out for information! π₯π
ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 10
Elastic wraps are used to provide compression to reduce pain and swelling. In the last event, teams will have to roll up an elastic wrap neatly (without wrinkles) the fastest!
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 9
Medkits are given to teams at the beginning of the season. They contain necessary supplies for first-aid treatment. Can you fill a medkit with proper supplies the fastest? Find out tomorrow by registering below!
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 8
Remember yesterdayβs post about the ice? Well, you will be putting your perfect ice bag to the test in this event. Wrap the ice bag on a teammate & have them race 20 yards. Will it stay in place? Find out this Saturday!
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 7
Ice is utilized to reduce swelling as well as pain following an injury. How many times have you seen your athletic trainers make ice bags? Do you think you can perfect it? Find out on August 28th!
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 6
Crutches are utilized for an athlete that can not put weight on an injury. Can you properly fit crutches for yourself? Find out on August 28th!
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 5
When an athlete is injured, athletic trainers work with other healthcare providers to provide the best rehabilitation plan. Can your team create the best a rehabilitation plan?
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 4
Athletic trainers use a variety of supplies inside the athletic training facility and on the field. Do you think your team can name all the supplies on August 28th? Register to find out!
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 3
Tape is used for support, while resistance bands are used in the rehabilitation process. Can you sling shot the farthest tape roll with a resistance band on August 28th?
Register below to find out! #EPTigerPride π―
ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 2
Pre-wrap is used as a protectant for skin from irritation, blistering, & discomfort.
Although it is a great protectant, it is very thin so will your team be able to race 20 yards in a three-leg race without breaking it?
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ATHLETIC TRAINING OLYMPICS | EVENT 1
Athletic trainers use taping techniques to stabilize a joint that has sustained an injury.
The team with the best/most accurate ankle taping will win this event! Register below to participate on August 28th!
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Athletico is sponsoring an event for the Tiger Community! Create a team of athletes, coaches, and/or community members to compete! Will you take home the Athletic Training Olympics Trophy?
Stay tuned for more event updates! #EPTigerPride π―
ARE YOU AS EXCITED AS KAYLA IS FOR THE FALL SEASON? Kayla has been at Elmwood Park High School since January and is excited to see returning athletes as well as new ones! Follow your athletic trainers for updates, events, and all things athletic training! #EPTigerPride π―
ARE YOU AS EXCITED AS CHLOE IS FOR THE FALL SEASON? Chloe will be starting her 4th year at Elmwood Park High School and is excited to see returning athletes as well as new ones! Follow your athletic trainers for updates, events, and all things athletic training! #EPTigerPride π―
Good luck to all of our High School affiliates as they enter their fall season! We are proud to be able to support our local communities and keep athletes in the game. πβ½π