Gardening Ergonomics,
How to Not Throw Out Your Back in the Garden

Gardening is great exercise and involves a lot of lifting, twisting and bending, which if not done correctly can cause back problems. UT Extension Agent Andrea Jacobo shows correct ways to lift and bend while gardening. She also shows how to work on your knees. Stretching after gardening can help loosen up and relax muscles that you used, and Andrea shows some easy stretches. 

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