Wrestler

Bending over backwards

to lift safely?

 Please do so – but not this way!!!

You wouldn’t want to try this without being in great shape – or without warming up. As for working from this position? Awkward doesn’t begin to describe it.

Please follow proper procedures: squat down … test the load, and get help if it’s too heavy or unmanageable … lift with your legs, not your back … keep the object close to your torso … avoid twisting your body – turn on your feet in small steps instead … and reverse the procedure for putting the object back down.

Don’t end up flat on your back!