We'll be blunt. We know stretching at work can look a bit daggy, but do you know what's even less cool? Finding yourself suffering from chronic pain you could have prevented by stretching for a few minutes a day.
Did you know almost 3 in 5 serious workplace injuries involve a tradie, despite tradies making up only 30 per cent of the workforce?
August is Tradies National Health Month, raising awareness of the risks to the health of tradies, and what to do about them.
Tradies National Health Month was started by the Australian Physiotherapy Association, as a pro-active way to prevent serious workplace injury for those who build our nation.
We've shared 4 stretches to help keep you limber for longer. These stretches can be completed during breaks, or before and after your shift.