01/27/2026
❄️ Snow shoveling tip from a massage therapist ❄️
If you’re heading outside, please don’t sacrifice your back for a clean driveway. Snow is heavy. Your spine is precious.
***Shovel smart: • Warm up first (yes, even 2 minutes matters)
• Bend at your hips and knees, not your waist
• Keep the shovel close to your body
• Lift with your legs, not your back
• Avoid twisting — turn your whole body instead
• Take breaks (your spine isn’t a machine)
A few small adjustments can save you weeks of pain.
Stay warm. Stay safe. And if your back is already talking to you — listen. 🖤
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