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Men and Health

Michigan Outdoors

October Tips

Hunting Season is Approaching

Ten Tips for Autumn Leaves Clean-Up
from Medicine.net

". . .ease the strain and pain of raking -- fall's most taxing task by taking the following precautions to minimize your risk of sustaining an injury:
1. Avoid twisting your body while raking. Use your legs to shift your weight rather than twisting your back. Throwing leaves over the shoulder or to the side while raking involves twisting movements that can overly strain the muscles in the back.

2. Use a properly-sized rake for your height and strength.

3. Wear gloves to help prevent blisters on the hands.

4. Bend at the knees, rather than the waist, to pick up items.

5. Do some form of light exercise for ten minutes to warm up the muscles prior to raking.

6. Try to vary your movements as much as you can to avoid overuse of muscle groups.

7. Wear shoes with skid-resistant soles to minimize the risk of falling. Sturdy shoes can also reduce the risk of injuries to your feet.

8. Don't overdo. Raking is an aerobic activity ? you may need to take frequent breaks or slow your pace if you are an infrequent exerciser. (It's better to live with the leaves tomorrow than with a sore back!)

9. As with any form of exercise, be sure to drink plenty of fluids to combat dehydration.

10. When you're done, gentle muscle stretching can help relieve tension in the muscles. A hot bath can relax muscles."
www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=54998

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Lunch Ideas Restaurant Eating Tips	Why Do Fruits & Veggies Matter to Men? pdf
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Screenings for Men

Why regular screenings are important

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Blueprint for Men's Health: A Guide to a Healthy Lifestyle pdf	Men's Health Network Health Zone
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