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From hanging holiday lights to getting boxes out of the attic to everything in between, the holiday season is filled with\u00a0a lot\u00a0<\/em>of lifting. Unfortunately, all of that lifting can lead to injuries if you\u2019re not careful!<\/p>\n

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Our\u00a0ATI Worksite Solutions team<\/a><\/b>\u00a0brought us these seven tips to help you avoid injury this holiday season.<\/p>\n

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  1. Stretch before handling any heavy load to warm up your muscles for the work ahead.<\/li>\n
  2. Squat with your back straight and your stomach muscles tight when you\u2019re lifting or lowering a load.<\/li>\n
  3. Keep your arms close to your body. Rather than overreach or overextend to get something, take a few steps closer to put less pressure on your upper body.<\/li>\n
  4. Position your feet shoulder width apart, staggered, and facing the load.<\/li>\n
  5. Make your movements controlled and smooth where possible and try to avoid sudden movements.<\/li>\n
  6. Align your shoulders, nose, and toes with the load to keep yourself centered.<\/li>\n
  7. Wear proper footwear. Always wear comfortable and properly fitting shoes, and be sure they are slip-resistant if possible.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Want more safe lifting tips? Visit our\u00a0Pinterest page<\/a><\/b>\u00a0for fun visuals!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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