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Is the NATA recertification process overwhelming? We have simplified it with this post (and a huge list of free athletic training CEUs)

UPDATED 11/20/2023, Originally posted 7/19/21

By Hannah Bernhardt PT, DPT, ATC/L & Phil Plisky, PT, DSc, ATC

Recertification years can be...

 Home CEU Connection is similar to MedBridge in that both give unlimited access to their entire library of online video and live interactive webinar CEUs for one full year.  While I have not had a Home CEU Connection subscription, there are some clear differences between MedBridge...

This is a mobility drill I frequently use with my pitchers. 

If you're looking for a complete pitcher training program that focuses on readiness, recovery and development, check out the Pitcher Performance & Durability program by Athlete Development Solutions.

Testing single limb vertical jump for return to sport? Here’s how I do it simply without equipment. For more in-depth information on return to sport testing, check out our MedBridge course, Return to Full Performance After ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation.

Check out our testing team featured in this MLB Prospect Development Pipeline video, including the Y Balance Test, ROM, and grip strength.

Wondering how MLB Combine tests are used for player development? See how the Selective Functional Movement Assessment Top Tier Movements, Functional Movement Screen, range of motion (including all shoulder, elbow and hip range of motion; thoracic rotation; and half kneeling...

Ever wonder what it is like to be tested at MLB Combine? Check out this video by Dan Sarmiento. The full testing includes the Selective Functional Movement Assessment Top Tier Movements, Functional Movement Screen, range of motion (including all shoulder, elbow and hip range of motion;...

I tested a player in professional sports who had the following Y Balance Test and Functional Movement Screen scores.

If you will notice, his Y Balance Test Lower Quarter scores were great – symmetrical and above the risk cut point for his gender, sport, and competition level....

While I use a structured continuing education plan with a combination of live and online courses, sometimes you just need to fill in the gaps.  Doing that with free NSCA CEU courses can be handy. While I have not personally completed all of these courses, they are free. There are not nearly...

What does a post pitching arm care plan look like? 

We want to certainly do our recovery.  We want to do our restoration, but it's also our prime opportunity for development.  And what does development mean?  We want to improve capacity, so we are going to improve...

In all sports, but particularly with overhead athletes. We have to consider load management, and we have to consider performance readiness.

What does it look like for a specific warm up? And does a pitcher need something additional or different? And then what does recovery, what does restoration...

By Carlos Reyes PT, DPT, SCS, MS, CSCS

Field tests are widely used to determine performance characteristics of athletes in many different sports. The Illinois Agility Test was designed to test motor ability such as running and dodging agility in athletes. Distinct characteristics of the Illinois...