News, insights and ideas from the Go4 team

New at Go4: Product Updates 8/5/25
Want to know what is new at Go4? We’ll keep a running list of new features and releases, pinned to the top of our blog. We’ll stay transparent, and you get access to the only nationwide marketplace for hiring athletic trainers. Got an idea for improving Go4?…

Why 97% of Football Heat Stroke Victims Are Linemen and How To Prevent It.
97% of the victims since 2000 have been linemen and over one third of the incidents resulted from “punishment” runs or drills.

Dollar Store Sports Drink Reviews: Powerlyte Tropical Frutas
The vapors wafting from the glass not so much 'smelled' as they are felt.

Why Thoughtful Questions Are Your Secret Weapon in an Interview
When most people prepare for an interview, they focus on how they will answer questions. But here is the thing: your questions matter just as much as your answers. Asking thoughtful, well-timed questions shows you are engaged, curious, and serious about finding the right fit. It tells the employer you…

How Foam Rolling Works to Improve Mobility and Reduce Soreness
You’ve heard about it, and maybe even started experimenting–but how does foam rolling improve your mobility and reduce soreness? Foam rolling, or self-myofascial release, works on a physiological level by targeting the connective tissues and muscles to improve mobility, reduce tension, and alleviate soreness. 1. Myofascial Release The fascia is…

Does Prophylactic Taping Prevent Injuries?
The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders

Dollar Store Sports Drink Reviews: Hoist Orange
If you do your ‘war fighting’ in Tap Out gear and Adidas slides, this is your sports drink.

Why Go4 doesn’t set a minimum rate.
As the largest job board in the country for athletic trainers, Go4.io is not just a marketplace; it’s a movement. A movement towards better opportunities, fairer wages, and greater control over one’s professional journey. And that’s why Go4 doesn’t set a minimum rate. 1. The Power of the Marketplace At…

Announcing the 2024 Compensation Survey White Paper
So, remember Vision 2030? It was a massive document that discussed a bunch of problems and made a ton of promises about how we are going to help fix them. Well–Here is the first promise kept! The 2024 Athletic Trainer Compensation Survey White Paper is here! So…

What is the Pre-Event Medical Meeting?
The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders

Athletic Trainer Scope of Practice: Post-Game
What is an Athletic Trainer’s Role Post-Game? The game’s over, but an athletic trainer’s work is just beginning. Post-game recovery and rehabilitation are crucial to keeping your child healthy and ready for the next game. So, what is an athletic trainer’s scope of practice post-game? Athletic trainers help…

Why is Football Practice at 6am?
Why is Football Practice at 6am or 7pm? If you’ve ever asked, “Why are we practicing before the sun’s even up? Or Why are we practicing so late?”—the answer is simple: safety. More specifically, heat safety. Early morning practices or practices later in the evening are one of the…

Turn up hydration / Turn down hazards
For athletic trainers covering summer tournaments, the primary goal should be the preventing exertional heat illness, especially if the competition is planned for a field with an artificial surface. Artificial surfaces at mid-day may get to 120 degrees Fahrenheit or higher, even if the surrounding temperature is in the comfortable…