During the winter months, snow shovelling can be a pain, considering that each shovelful of snow weighs about six pounds. That’s a lot of repetitive lifting, and wear and tear on your back! ![🌨](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t51/1/16/1f328.png)
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These back health tips will ease the hassle of clearing your driveway and help keep your back in shape:
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If the weather report calls for several days of snow, frequent shovelling will allow you to move smaller amounts of snow after each snowfall. ![❄](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t2e/1/16/2744.png)
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Use a lightweight push shovel. If you’re using a metal shovel, spray it with Teflon, so snow won’t stick to it.
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Push the snow to the side rather than throwing it. This way, you avoid lifting heavy shovelfuls of snow, and abrupt twists or turns that may result in injury. ![⚠](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tdc/1/16/26a0.png)
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If you need to lift shovelfuls of snow, bend your knees, and use your leg and arm muscles to do the work, while keeping your back straight. ![🦵](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t24/1/16/1f9b5.png)
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If you feel tired or short of breath, stop and take a break. Shake out your arms and legs to recharge. ![⌚](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tfa/1/16/231a.png)
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Even though it’s cold outside, your body still needs plenty of fluids. Be sure to drink lots of water before, during and after shovelling.
Remember – if you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated!
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Rest when you feel tired or short of breath. Stop shovelling if you experience sudden or prolonged joint or muscle pain.![🛑](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t9b/1/16/1f6d1.png)
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After you’ve finished shovelling, cool down by taking a walk and stretching out tense muscles.
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