When carrying heavy bags to work, keep switching sides every few minutes. This is because the weight on one side could corrupt your posture.
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Avoid carrying the bag in the crook of your arm to avoid elbow strain and tendinitis. Neither should you also carry your bag in your hands.
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Sling the bag across your body and minimize the swing by adjusting the strap. This enables the trunk muscles to bear more loads and reduce strain from the back.
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