Part of Lesson Plan: Body Mechanics

Activity Overview / Details

Show video clip on a bodybuiler using proper body mechanics to lift a large amount of weight.

Place empty box on the floor in front of the classroom.

Demonstrate an incorrect way to pick the box up.

Ask students: What was wrong with the way I picked up the box?

Ask for volunteers to demonstrate correct way of lifting an object.

Explain to students, just one incidence of incorrect lifting can turn into a lifetime of back problems for a healthcare provider.