Live with Athletico: NATM Twitter Chat Roundup
Leave a CommentAthletico’s recent Twitter Chat, “Live with Athletico: NATM” tapped the insights of a variety of athletic training thought leaders to discuss the current and future landscape of the athletic training profession.
The chat featured responses from Mark Kaufman (Athletico President and CEO), Joe Whitson (Senior Associate Athletic Director at Bradley University), Brad Fly (Athletic Trainer at the University of Iowa), Jennifer Brown (Head Athletic Trainer for Eastern Michigan University), Jeff Tanaka (Head Athletic Trainer for the Chicago Bulls) as well as many other athletic trainers from around the country. Read below for a recap of some of the most impactful questions and answers from the event.
A1: I wanted to become a healthcare expert and be able to apply it to high level athletes. I also couldn’t imagine working in any other environment. #AthleticoChat #NATM2018
— Brad Floy (@Hawkeye_Brad) March 20, 2018
A1: It combines my love of helping people with my love of sports. Best of both worlds! #AthleticoChat #NATM2018
— Brandy Crum MPE, ATC (@BrandyCrum23) March 20, 2018
A2: The ability to have a positive impact on the lives of young adults, as well as seeing a patient/athlete return to their sport and competition after an injury and long-term rehab #AthleticoChat #NATM18 https://t.co/ngwKpqxLbG
— Jennifer Brown (@jenniferbrownat) March 20, 2018
A2: everyday presents a new challenge, a new way to help someone, and a new way to learn how to do something, variety is the spice of life! #AthleticoChat #NATM18
— Joe Whitson (@jhwhits) March 20, 2018
Aside from working w/ @Illibuck1– October 19, 1985 @TheIowaHawkeyes over @UMichFootball 12-10 @kinnickstadium putting us on way to @B1Gfootball Championship & @rosebowlgame. Thank you #HaydenFry, #BumpElliott, #EdCrowley, #JohnStreif, #MikeDralle, etc.. #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/6bKqv7W8Gf
— Mark Kaufman (@Athltcoguy) March 20, 2018
A3: I’ve been lucky enough to have multiple memorable experiences through my time as an AT @Athletico Traveling to multiple countries with @ussoccer teams, coverage of @bigten tournaments and assisting @tnak414 with home game coverage. #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/VLBfnHTp9p
— Mike Overturf (@turffamily) March 20, 2018
A3: Aside from this #AthleticoChat, there is a tie. 1) Working @OhioStateFB in 1999, running out of tunnel at @UMichFootball; 2) leading the entire @Colts football team in song during lunch as an intern in 1997. @garthbrooks #FriendsInLowPlaces #NATM2018 https://t.co/eZJbfOLH2f
— Jason Bannack MS ATC (@Illibuck1) March 20, 2018
A4: My high school athletic trainer had worked with me through several injuries, I appreciated the effort and knew that being on the field was importsnt to me as an athlete and person. I wanted to do the same for others! #AthleticoChat #NATM18 https://t.co/VtRhieuZq1
— Bo Leonard (@BleonATC12) March 20, 2018
A4: All older than me(ha): #EdCrowley #JohnStreif #DannyFoster #SueHillman #EdGregori @proatc #MikeDralle #MikeMcCormick #FredTedeschi–#FayeThompson, @torylindley @RandyCohenATC #KevinNegaard, @JohnHonch, #MarkONeal, @Smittycaps @TEricWaters @1997ROSEBOWL #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/YBlu4NjEtz
— Mark Kaufman (@Athltcoguy) March 20, 2018
A5: As with most things in life, the path to success isn’t linear. Take advantage of the learning opportunities from the temporary setbacks as well as the successes! #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 @chicagobulls @NBATA
— Jeff Tanaka (@tnak414) March 20, 2018
A5: Find your work/life balance early and stick to. Don’t wait until you are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out to decide to take action. If you don’t take care of yourself…how can you take care of others??? #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/XF9QeWFTsV
— Kele (@KelATC08) March 20, 2018
A6: I recently attended a lecture during @D4updates 2018 on the psychological, societal, and personal factors that affect an athlete’s recovery. I think this is an often overlooked aspect of patient care and this info would prove valuable to all AT’s #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/J6khQvK5Gv
— Andrew Wyman (@andrew_wyman) March 20, 2018
A6: @D4updates is where it is at!!! Awesome CEU and EBPs. Saw a great one last week from @uwhealth on sports specification in youth athletics. @joegreeneov https://t.co/ksCMnTb8Ul
— Payten Gerjerts (@paytgerj) March 20, 2018
A7: This past weekend I started my term as President of @IowaATSociety, so I’m really looking forward to serving the ATs in the state of Iowa in advancing the profession! Very honored for the opportunity. #AthleticoChat #NATM2018
— Brad Floy (@Hawkeye_Brad) March 20, 2018
A7: getting to work alongside some of the best ATC in the bizness with @Athletico. Seeing their passion and interactions is inspiring. #cheesy but true!! #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/QSAt4MQ13n
— Brian Czachowski (@ChuckyAtc) March 20, 2018
A7: Being outside covering all the Spring sports in the *warmer* weather alongside fellow @Athletico ATs! #AthleticoChat #NATM2018 https://t.co/Oyh0M3R81O
— Desiree Burris (@desbatc) March 20, 2018
A8: why of course, it was #AthleticoChat! Awesome experience! Thanks to @paytgerj and our team here for making this happen! Appreciation to @tnak414 @jhwhits @jenniferbrownat @Hawkeye_Brad @Athltcoguy for being a part of the fun! https://t.co/sliHq2reC0
— Mike Overturf (@turffamily) March 20, 2018
These tweets are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to great responses from our #AthleticoChat! Thank you to everyone who participated and has helped us celebrate athletic trainers and everything they do for the community all month long!
