Performance Athletics

04/01/2026

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🧠⚡ ACL prevention isn’t a drill — it’s a mindset.

Week 1 of our ACL Micro Learning Series is LIVE:
✅ Integrating Neuromuscular Training Into Practice - https://youtu.be/HVunTLGbZW4

Learn how to build a movement culture that reduces injury risk — without disrupting training flow.

🎤 Dr. Megan Babb

03/30/2026

Deceleration is key in an athlete’s ACL rehab journey. Here are some of my go-to exercises targeting multi-directional decelerations and landing techniques in late stage rehab.

03/27/2026

There’s something about hitting that 135 # lift for the first time since ACL surgery. Way to get after it
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03/26/2026

Getting back to the sport you love is always a great feeling! This is my first week back on the mats, but I’m doing it right:

1. Light drilling only (no resistance, no live rounds)
2. Wearing a bright yellow band 🟡 on my arm to let everyone know that’s my affected side
3. Listening to my body - only 3 training days this week

Sure I wish I could do more & I’m absolutely chomping at the bit to start rolling, but I know it’s a delicate time. The worst thing I can do is jump back into the deep end too soon & cause damage that will undo all of my hard work (plus my surgeon would kill me 😬). It’s a lesson I teach all of my athletes coming back from injury, now it’s my turn to practice what I preach.

03/21/2026

Today marks 4 months from surgery. I’m definitely not 100% yet, but my range of motion has improved, everyday I’m stronger, & slowly getting back to feeling “normal.”

Progress is different for everyone. It’s never a straight line. There are ups & downs, plateaus & peaks, but you just gotta keep moving forward. Next big step starts Monday! 💪🥋

03/18/2026

Let's keep celebrating National Athletic Training Month! 🎉

There's this weird historical divide between Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists, but honestly, some of my favorite collaborations have been with PTs. When you break it down, our educational paths aren't that different. We may specialize in different areas, see different patients, or work in different settings, but our end goals are the same! Love my PT’s! 🫶

03/17/2026

It's go time for spring sports, despite the chilly start ❄️! Our off-season focus has been on strength & power 💪. Cleans are a great exercise, but you gotta do them right to reap the benefits!

03/10/2026

In honor of National Athletic Training Month, I’ll be sharing facts each week about the profession of athletic training. Often misunderstood, athletic training plays a vital role in healthcare & sports performance. Here are a few quick facts (& myths) about AT’s: 🧐

1. Very different from personal trainers, AT’s specialize in prevention, evaluation, & rehabilitation of injuries. They have extensive training in sports medicine & are skilled in using specialized treatment techniques & modalities to help individuals recover & return to activity safely. 🩼🩹
2.AT’s must complete a master’s degree program & become board certified in order to practice. Most states also require professional licensure & adherence to additional regulations & practice standards. 🎓📜
3. AT’s are healthcare professionals themselves, who often collaborate with a wide range of other medical providers (orthopedic surgeons, PCP’s, PT’s, EMT’s, etc.). 🩺
4. College & professional sports isn’t the only place that employ AT’s. They can also be found in hospital & clinic settings, secondary schools, workplaces, the military, & even the performing arts. 🏥🪖🎭

What other questions do you have about the profession of athletic training? 🤨❔

03/06/2026

Yesterday I had the chance to speak to NYS coaches at the Athletic Leadership Conference, hosted by the . My presentation focused on tackling the culture of sport specialization & year-round training in young athletes.

It feels like we’re repeating ourselves, but change is slow. Moving forward, I’m shifting focus from problems to practical SOLUTIONS. How do you think we can solve this? Comment below with your thoughts & ideas 💬💡

03/05/2026

Recently featured in and , these articles about ACL injuries are a must-read. They send a great message about the importance of prevention and care.

I'm excited to share my knowledge with coaches at Cooperstown Central School next week. Stay tuned for more!

03/03/2026

March is National Athletic Training Month…

We’re going to celebrate by sharing interesting facts about the profession of Athletic Training every week. To start, did you know that Athletics Training is a Master’s level degree? 🎓📚
With an advanced background in science and anatomy, every practicing Athletic Trainer in the US is required to be board certified. To maintain their certification status, every 2 years were complete Continuing Education by attending conferences and staying up to the date on the latest Sports Medicne research 🧐📊

Interested in the profession of Athletic Training? Comment below with a question or DM me! 💬

02/14/2026

Progress isn't a straight line. Some days it's massive strides, other times it's tiny steps forward ⏩. But if you're further along than yesterday, you're on the right path 💪. Not where I want to be yet, but I'm getting there. Excited for progress in the coming weeks