10/23/2026
The Weight of the Harvest: Lift those pumpkins safely! ๐๐๐พ
Setting up your front porch with mums, heavy hay bales, and giant pumpkins is one of the best parts of October decorating. But lifting these heavy, awkwardly shaped items can quickly strain your lower back if you aren't careful!
Before you spruce up your home for the season, keep these 3 lifting rules in mind:
๐ฆ Test the load first: Pumpkins are deceptively heavy and hold their weight unevenly. Give it a small nudge with your foot first to see what you're dealing with before lifting.
๐ง Hug your harvest: Don't hold heavy pumpkins or soil bags out at arm's length. Keep the object tucked tight against your chest and torso to reduce leverage stress on your lumbar spine.
๐ฆต Squat, don't bend: Keep your chest up and bend at your knees and hips. Let your powerful leg muscles do the heavy lifting, not your lower back!
Enjoy your festive front porch without the physical toll! ๐
๐ Did your seasonal decorating leave you feeling tight or compressed? Click the link in our bio or call us to book a quick posture reset!