Pay attention to your posture
- Since bending over, which is often necessary, puts a lot of strain on your back, you should make sure that you do as many activities as possible with a straight upper body.
- It is often underestimated that sweaty clothing lets the back muscles cool down and can lead to the dreaded "lumbago". Therefore, wear functional clothing that quickly wicks moisture away from the body. Dress preferably in onion look. So you can take off a part as soon as you get warm.
- Make sure you wear comfortable shoes with a good footbed. These are also effective in preventing back pain.
The right equipment
It is not without reason that modern raised beds and planting tables are in vogue: since you can garden comfortably standing on them, they protect your back and make a lot of work noticeably easier.
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- Back-friendly work: Weeding without bending over
For medium-level work, consider using a small seated cart or portable stool. You can also work back-friendly when weeding and working close to the ground:
- Kneel on the floor with one leg and raise the other to a 90 degree angle.
- A knee cushion underneath protects the knee joint and clothing.
- Now support yourself with your forearm on your thigh.
This keeps the back straight and prolonged weeding does not lead to back pain as quickly.
Driving heavy loads instead of carrying them
Even a bucket of weed can become heavy and the load carried on one side has an unfavorable effect on back health. Therefore, whenever possible, use the wheelbarrow, to move such things through the garden. Two-wheeled models are very practical because they are easy to balance.
Back-friendly garden tools
Almost all garden tools are now available in an ergonomic version. The physiological adaptation of handles, handles and bars allows them to be used comfortably and without straining the back.
These garden tools are often lighter in weight due to the use of special materials. In addition, they often have intelligent functions that support a healthy working posture. When buying, pay attention to the AGR seal of approval, which is awarded to very back-friendly devices.
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For people with a handicap, there are gardening tools that are perfectly tailored to their individual limitations. These are characterized by the appropriate size, the ergonomic shape and special handles.