Being An Athletic Trainer

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jobs are more demanding than others physically. While others suggest a challenge more mentally than physically.
Physically

For an athletic trainer, physically you must be able to communicate well with athletes on proper use of equipment and confer with coaches and physicians. You also have to kneel, stoop, and crouch to examine and treat injuries.

Athletic trainers also should have good hand-eye coordination. They need to see and react to almost any situation in an instant. If you wish to become an athletic trainer you also need to have good sight to evaluate injuries; however, alternative methods may be used for those with physical disabilities. You must not have any missing hands or fingers either, wrapping requires use of hands and all fingers.

Mentally

You need to communicate well with others. People need to relate to relate and understand what you are saying. Athletic trainers also need to do well in crisis situations. You can't break under intense pressure. You ...

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