Yes, really! Smokers exhibit slower healing in general, due to blood flow restriction. If you sustain any type of injury, your odds of full recovery are better if you do not smoke.
Carrying weight in excess of your skeleton’s capacity will place strain on your spine, other bones, and joints.
A strong abdomen means your back will do less of the work, and will help you to move correctly.
Avoid locking your knees when standing, because this places additional stress on the lower back. Also, don’t stand bent at the waist for extended periods of time.
Keep your shoulders back, spine straight, and feet planted on the floor. Avoid slumping, and focus your gaze comfortably forward (not up or down for extended periods of time).
Use a stool when reaching for overhead items, and place your body as close to the item as possible.
Instead of bending at the waist, squat and use your leg muscles to lift items off of the floor. Avoid twisting motions when lifting, and distribute weight equally across muscle groups.
Invest in a quality mattress and pillows, and use pillows correctly. If you’re a back sleeper, support your lower back with a pillow under your knees. Side sleepers should place a pillow between their legs. Stomach sleeping is not recommended, due to the strain it places on the lower back and neck muscles.
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