Work Safe at Home: Introduction
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Introduction 1:21 |
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Work from Home: Chair
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Eric explains 4 ergonomics principles on finding a place to sit down (or not!) when working at home.
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Work from Home: Keyboard & Mouse
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Rachel gives 3 ergonomics principles for positioning your laptop, keyboard or mouse so you can key and scroll efficiently.
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Work from Home: Monitor
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Emily explains 4 ergonomics principles for positioning your laptop or an external monitor to maintain neutral posture while viewing your screen.
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At Home: Arms
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Rachel describes the most common arm and elbow issues and gives 2 solutions to ease your concerns.
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At Home: Back
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Emily talks about the issues most likely related to your back concerns and the best options for improvement.
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At Home: Eyes
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Kristi provides 4 solutions to ease your eye concerns.
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At Home: Hands, Wrists and Fingers
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Emily describes 3 strategies to ease your hand, wrist and finger concerns.
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At Home: Hips
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Rachel gives 3 principles to ease the most common hip concerns.
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At Home: Neck
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Rachel explains the most common neck issues when working at home and the ways you can resolve them.
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At Home: Shoulders
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Emily explains 3 strategies to ease your shoulder concerns.
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Recognition - Quick Tip 01:25 |
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Workstation Setup #1 - Chair
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The first priority in setting up your workstation is your chair. Kristi will show you where to begin and how to properly set up your chair before moving on to steps 2 and 3 (keyboard and monitor).
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Workstation Setup #2 - Keyboard and Mouse
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After adjusting your chair, the 2nd step in setting up your workstation involves the keyboard and mouse (or trackball). Tom talks about the challenges and potential solutions regarding keyboard and mouse (or trackball) placement to help guide you into using them in the best possible locations. Be sure to apply these helpful hints for several days so your body can gradually adjust to these improved postures.
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Workstation Setup #3 - Monitor
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After you've set up your chair, keyboard and mouse, the next step is to set up your monitor. Eric discusses monitor placement in detail to help you position one or more screens in the best available distance and height.
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Chained to My Desk
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Working at a computer chains you to your desk. Learn 3 key concepts for unlocking the chains in less than 2 minutes.
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Lean Forward or Slump
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Do you ever find yourself leaning forward or slumping? This video from Eric will describe the primary causes for these awkward postures plus the solutions to help position yourself more comfortably.
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Eliminate Glare
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Are you experiencing glare on your screen? Kristi will show you some effective methods in eliminating this glare to help make you more comfortable throughout your workday.
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Art of Sitting
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Sitting is indeed an art. Arianna provides you with some helpful hints to make you more comfortable when working from a seated position.
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Backrest Not Locked
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Is your backrest not locked in an upright position? Although it's okay to change positions, it's a good habit to return to a locked backrest. Eric will discuss options towards adjusting your backrest into its proper position.
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Cradling the Phone
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Do you ever cradle the phone between your shoulders and head? This can cause rapid fatigue and discomfort in your eyes, shoulders, neck and upper back. In this video, Kristi will show you some helpful hints to avoid cradling any phone while at work, home or leisure.
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Dry Eyes
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Do you experience dry eyes while working on your computer? Tom discusses the primary workstation-related causes for dry eyes. He also presents some creative and interesting solutions for you to try to provide relief for your eyes.
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Ear, Shoulder, Hip
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In this session Eric lays out the concerns associated with sitting on the edge of your seat and provides a quick tip on how to align your ears, shoulders and hips to remedy it.
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Feet Dangling
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Do you sit with your feet dangling or unsupported? Krsiti will show you some tips on how to support your feet on the ground or a footrest.
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Forearms on Armrests
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Resting your forearms on the chair's armrests is a very common posture. Kristi will discuss the concerns related to maintaining this position. She also addresses solutions towards helping you type in a more natural and comfortable position.
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Forearms on Sharp Edge
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Do you ever find your wrists or forearms resting on a sharp surface? This posture can cause a host of issues. Kristi will walk you through some steps to keep any part of your arms and hands off a sharp worksurface edge.
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Hips Lower than Knees
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Many people mistakenly believe that sitting at 90 degrees is the best position, but this is not the case. Watch this short video from Tom and learn how to reduce demands on your back as you sit.
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Holding Handset
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Do you hold your telephone in your hand? Kristi will provide you with some practical advice to help improve your posture whether you're on your phone at work, at home, or on your cell phone.
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Keyboard too High or Low
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Many times, we position our keyboards too high or too low. Tom will show you some pointers on properly positioning your keyboard. Your wrists, arms and shoulders will thank you.
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Leaning Forward to View Monitor
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Do you ever lean forward to view the monitor? Do you have a question about monitor placement? Do you wear bi- or tri-focals? Eric will help you out with your monitor placement questions. His helpful hints will help keep your eyes, neck and back more comfortable while you are viewing your monitor.
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Lumbar Support too High or Low
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Is the lumbar curve on your chair too high or too low? Then the bump in your chair does not match the curve in your lower back. Tom will show you how to properly adjust your chair's low back support to provide maximum comfort for your lower back.
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Monitor Issues
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Are you experiencing monitor issues that affect your posture or comfort? Tom will address some of the leading monitor concerns and show you how to use software and multi-keystrokes to adjust your screen settings.
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Monitor Too High or Low
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You've got questions about monitor height. Well, you have come to the right place. This brief video will help you get your eyes lined up in just the right way to avoid headaches and go home feeling better.
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Reaching to Keyboard and Mouse
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Do you reach to type and mouse? Tom will provide you with some helpful suggestions to bring your keyboard and mouse close to you. In turn, you will be more comfortable and expend less energy while working on your computer.
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Same Old Sit
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Today is another day in the office, but it does not need to be the same old sit. This is a brief introduction to our office ergonomics video series.
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Seat Pan Too Deep
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Does the front edge of your seat hit the back of your knees? Kristi will show you some tips towards gaining some much needed space behind your knees to help aid blood flow and circulation.
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Shrugged Shoulders
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Do you shrug your shoulders when typing? Tom will provide you with some helpful hints towards improving your posture to make you more comfortable when working on the computer. Plus, you can leave work with more energy at the end of the day.
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Sit on Foot Cross Legs
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Do you ever find yourself sitting on your foot or crossing your legs while you are seated in your chair? This position can be associated with a host of issues. Tune in to this brief video from Kristi to learn how to break this habit and improve your health in the process.
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Sit on Front of Chair
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So, you are an edge dweller or someone who frequently sits on the edge of their chair. This brief video from Kristi has some great tips for feeling better, getting more done and going home with more energy.
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Sitting Too Long
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Do you ever find yourself sitting too long in the same fixed position? Kristi will show you some helpful guidance to alternate positions throughout the day. These hints will help make you more comfortable and give you more energy throughout the day.
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Sitting with Legs Crossed
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Do you ever find yourself sitting at your computer with your legs crossed? This is a common habit that may be hard to break. To help improve your circulation, posture and comfort, Kristi provides some helpful hints to break this habit.
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Spreading Fingers
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Do you ever find yourself spreading your fingers using only one hand to simultatneously press multiple keys? Kristi will show you some helpful hints to help you type and press keys in a more comfortable position.
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Squeezing or Picking up Mouse
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Do you ever find yourself squeezing your mouse too tight or picking it up in order to move the cursor? Kristi will provide some helpful advice and tips to improve your comfort and posture.
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Striking the Keyboard too Hard
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Do you ever find yourself striking the keyboard too hard while typing? This typing method can lead to fatigue and typing errors. Tune in to this brief video from Tom to learn how to break this habit and improve your health in the process.
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Winged Out Elbows
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Do you ever find yourself tying with your elbows winged out -- outwards and away from your body? The goal is to type and mouse with your elbows resting naturally at your sides. Kristi will show you some helpful hints towards achieving this posture.
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Working at an Angle
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Do you work at an angle with your chair in one position while you're twisted to use your keyboard or view your monitor? Kristi will help realign your work to better position your body in line with your chair, keyboard and monitor. Your body will thank you for making these changes.
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Wrists Bent Outward
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Do you type with your wrists bent outward towards your little fingers? Tom will address this posture and present you with strategies to help you type with neutral wrists. Your hand and wrists will feel better.
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Wrists Bent Up
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Do you ever type with your wrists bent up? You have probably never noticed, but your wrist may have been trying to tell you for some time now. Watch this brief video from Tom and learn the keys to healthing typing.
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Wrists Planted
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Do you ever plant your wrists while typing or using the mouse? Tom will show you a better posture to help reduce any potential fatigue associated with this "wrist planting". Your shoulders and wrists will thank you!
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Ergonomics 03:46 |
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Changing Postures 01:41 |
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Stand Up!
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This video will provide you with great tips on Standing and minimizing discomfort
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Better Sitting 04:22 |
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The Bowling Ball 00:55 |
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You Call that a Break? 00:54 |
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Safe Lifting - Full Version
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We lift a variety of items every day from something light to something heavy. In this video we'll go over the 5 lifting principles to make any lift less demanding on your body.
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Safe Lifting - Keep it Close
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We lift a variety of items every day from something light to something heavy. In this video we'll go over the 5 lifting principles to make any lift less demanding on your body.
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Safe Lifting - Power Position
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The Power Position is an excellent method to utilize to maximize our lifting ability and minimize the chance of injury. When at work and at home, use the Power Position. Your body will thank you!
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REP - Quick Tip 01:21 |
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Stretching Out at Work 12:44 |
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Back Care: Bathroom Activities
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Back Care: Child Care
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In this session Michael discusses ways to protect your back when you have a small child.
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Back Care: Driving
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Back Care: Housekeeping
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Back Care: Kitchen Activities
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In this video Michael demonstrates strategies for protecting your back while working in the kitchen
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Back Care: Shopping
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Back Care: Sitting/Standing
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Back Care: Stages of Recovery/Understanding the Recovery Process
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In this clip Michael helps you understand the process of recovering from a back injury.
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Back Care: The Cumulative Nature of Back Injuries
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Back Care: Yard Work
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Michael shows you safe ways to work in the yard after you've experienced a back injury.
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Tips for Safer Lifting
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Back Care: Avoid Neck Pain
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Back Care: Tips for Safer Lifting
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Tips for safer lifting
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Principles of Lifting 02:36 |
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The Art of Sitting 03:03 |
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The Art of Standing 03:38 |
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The Power of Posture 01:14 |
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The Rule of Opposites 01:15 |
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Standing - Move/Fidget 01:13 |
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Habits 02:15 |
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If Change Were Easy 04:08 |
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Safety Is 04:19 |
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Change as an Invitation 01:07 |
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Habits - Quick Tip 01:29 |
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Incentives - Quick Tip 01:23 |
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Safety Is! - Quick Tip 01:47 |
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Stress! - Quick Tip 01:56 |
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The Energized Approach 05:12 |
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Energy Source 7: Respect 05:31 |
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Energy Source 10: Fun! 05:04 |
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From Knowing to Doing 35:31 |
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The Energized Approach 31:47 |
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From Knowing to Doing 03:28 |
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Training Tips 03:32 |
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Blink! (Stretch!) 04:14 |
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The Art of Stretching 03:27 |
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Warm Up and Stretch - Short Version
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It's important to warm up your muscles before starting any physical activity. In addition, the performance of recovery stretches throughout the day will help keep your body better prepared to perform sustained physical work. Check out some different warm up exercises and stretches you can do at work and at home.
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Warming Up and Stretch Full Version
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It's important to warm up your muscles before starting any physical activity. In addition, the performance of recovery stretches throughout the day will help keep your body better prepared to perform sustained physical work. Check out some different warm up exercises and stretches you can do at work and at home.
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Blink! (Stretch!) 01:30 |
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Stretching 01:04 |
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The Brain/Body Disconnect
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The Cat Story
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Your #1 Fuel Source is Oxygen
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Blink
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Changing Habits
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Dealing Effectively with Stress
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Energy Up
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Fatigue is a Symptom
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Flexibility
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Healthy Traveling Part 1 04:48 |
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Healthy Traveling Part 2 03:57 |
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Muscle Strength
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Sleep Well
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Stretch for Comfort
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Warming Up
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Cardiovascular Endurance 01:21 |
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Flexibility_1 01:24 |
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Sleep Well - Quick Tip 01:22 |
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Introduction to Ergonomics
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This video demonstrates the basic concepts that will help staff prevent injury when performing activities at work or at home. It includes Take Two, Power Position, Keep It Close, Build a Bridge and Warm up & Recover.
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Laundry Safety
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This video discusses the body position techniques and other safety measures that staff can take when performing laundry tasks.
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Resident Transfers
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This video demonstrates the correct body posture to use when assisting residents with transferring whether it is from the bed, chair or toilet.
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Vehicle Ergonomics 4:38 |
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