Let it snow, Let it snow, Let it snow! ... If only we could really feel cheery about all this snow. Most of us aren't singing a jolly tune about snowflakes falling these days. Who likes to shovel driveways and sidewalks, scrape ice of cars, all while treading very carefully so we dont slip and fall?!
The American Chiropractic Association suggests the following tips for when you are shoveling snow:
If you must shovel snow, be careful. Listen to weather forecasts so you can rise early and have time to shovel before work.
Layer clothing to keep your muscles warm and flexible.
Shoveling can strain "de-conditioned" muscles between your shoulders, in your upper back, lower back, buttocks and legs. So, do some warm-up stretching before you grab that shovel.
When you do shovel, push the snow straight ahead. Don't try to throw it. Walk it to the snow bank. Avoid sudden twisting and turning motions.
Bend your knees to lift when shoveling. Let the muscles of your legs and arms do the work, not your back.
Take frequent rest breaks to take the strain off your muscles. A fatigued body asks for injury.
Stop if you feel chest pain, or get really tired or have shortness of breath. You may need immediate professional help.
(taken from the acatoday.org)
The American Chiropractic Association suggests the following tips for when you are shoveling snow:
If you must shovel snow, be careful. Listen to weather forecasts so you can rise early and have time to shovel before work.
Layer clothing to keep your muscles warm and flexible.
Shoveling can strain "de-conditioned" muscles between your shoulders, in your upper back, lower back, buttocks and legs. So, do some warm-up stretching before you grab that shovel.
When you do shovel, push the snow straight ahead. Don't try to throw it. Walk it to the snow bank. Avoid sudden twisting and turning motions.
Bend your knees to lift when shoveling. Let the muscles of your legs and arms do the work, not your back.
Take frequent rest breaks to take the strain off your muscles. A fatigued body asks for injury.
Stop if you feel chest pain, or get really tired or have shortness of breath. You may need immediate professional help.
(taken from the acatoday.org)
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