I’m So Tired of Standing!

I’m So Tired of Standing!

During this busy season, it’s impossible to avoid standing still for long periods of time… Consider waiting in line at the post office… Standing in the kitchen creating confectionery delights… Wrapping gifts for hours on end… Standing ovations at your...
When Is The Best Time To Prevent Injuries?

When Is The Best Time To Prevent Injuries?

There is a Chinese proverb that reads “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” This sage advice can apply to many things in our lives. Who doesn’t look in their life’s rearview mirror at times, with a clearer vision of what could...
Backs Don’t Know from Boxes or Babies

Backs Don’t Know from Boxes or Babies

On April 29, I will be in Ohio, speaking at the Annual Warehouse Education and Resource Council (WERC) Conference. A Warehousing and Distribution client and I will be presenting a case study on the significant financial benefits of effectively reducing back and...
A Key to Strong Backs and Good Health

A Key to Strong Backs and Good Health

Coaches are always telling athletes that the first thing that goes (weakens) are their legs—and one can’t compete with weak leg muscles! One of the Backsafe® Rules to protect our backs from injury is to use our “elevator” or leg muscles rather than our backs when...