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PRINTErgonomic Garden Tools and Tips
Ergonomic Garden Tools and Tips
Ergonomics = choosing the tools that fit you and the job. The most important thing is to pay attention to what your body tells you — if it hurts, don’t do it. Experiment with different positions and tools. Muscles will typically fatigue in less than a half hour of repetitive activity. Work slowly and steadily, taking breaks and switching tasks often. A rest of as little as five minutes can start to relieve swelling joints.
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Because I love gardening and grow/preserve all our vegetables for year round consumption, arm strength and health is important. I was amazed at the difference in the increased stamina of my arms when I switched to ergonomically correct tools.