Most of us have been trained to lift objects with the traditional bend your knees and keep your back straight technique, but it doesn't work. This method forces us to overuse our knees and legs and our backs still end up bearing the brunt of the load. Dr. Michael Schaefer has recognized the flaws of the conventional lifting technique and developed a safe, easy and stronger lifting position...The PowerLift.
- The structure of the back and why back lifting can be so harmful.
- Flaws of the traditional "squat lift" technique.
- Cumulative injury and scar tissue.
- Keeping the spine in a "neutral position" and the basics of the wide stance PowerLift.
- The four lifts derived from the PowerLift concept: Tipping Load, Tripod Lift, Golfer's Bend and Lean-Bar Lifting techniques.
- Adding strength and balance to a lift by bridging.
Leader's Guide...