WARM-UPS
If you are feeling tired, sore, or just need to move, spend a few minutes to try doing these movements and stretches.
They can relieve any muscular tightness and encourage some blood flow through your body.
You can do these movements before, during or after your shift.
Work Safe, Work Strong.
WARM-UP EXERCISES FOR
Production
Do each stretch twice or twice on each side unless specified otherwise. Hold for 20 seconds.
The Hammy
Place one foot out in front and raise toes off the ground.
Slowly bend forward from the hip, keeping back straight and chest up.
Picking Apples
Position feet shoulder width apart with knees slightly bent and hands on hips.
Reach up and across body with one arm and rotate body from side to side.
Toes follow nose and lift trailing heel.
Squat and Arch
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
Engage your core muscles and slowly bend your hips and knees, sit back as if you were sitting into a chair.
Keep your back straight and drive up through your legs back to the starting position.
Keep your weight evenly distributed between legs.
Listen Ear
Place one hand in the curve of your lower back and the other by your side.
Tilt your ear directly down towards your shoulder that is opposite to the arm behind your back.
Hold this position.
You should feel a stretch down the side of your neck.
Caution
If you have an injury, advise your supervisor before participating.
Perform movements within your comfort levels.
If you are feeling discomfort, lower the intensity or stop.
Breathe normally
Don't hold your breath.