2025 Fall Safety Seminar
The Industrial Athlete
The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GOWV), West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA) and Contractors Association of WV (CAWV) are pleased to announce an upcoming workshop hosted by Encova Insurance and sponsored by The Thrasher Group.
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Best Western Plus Bridgeport Inn | 100 Lodgeville Rd. | Bridgeport, WV 26330
Cost: $50 / person (Register 2, get 3rd Free)
The workshop will focus on maximizing safety through fitness, nutrition and flexibility. In today’s demanding industrial environment, workers face physical challenges that require the same preparation and care as professional athletes. Enhancing worker safety starts with a proactive approach to fitness, nutrition and flexibility. These three pillars support endurance, reduce risk of injuries and increase productivity on the job.
Fitness: Building Strength & Endurance
Why it Matters: Strong, conditioned bodies are less prone to strains, sprains and overuse injuries common in many industries.
Nutrition: Fueling the Industrial Athlete
Why it Matters: Proper nutrition helps maintain energy levels, mental focus and recovery. This helps reduce mistakes and risk of injury.
Flexibility: Preventing Injury & Supporting Recovery
Why it Matters: Flexibility improves range of motion and reduces the risk of muscle pulls, joint injuries and repetitive strains/sprains.
Bottom Line
Treat your workforce like Industrial Athletes. Because they are. When Fitness, Nutrition and Flexibility are prioritized, safety isn’t just improved- it becomes part of the culture.
Register for the Industrial Athlete workshop below or call GOWV at 304-344-9867.
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