If you have ever moved home, then it is likely that you will be very familiar with the weight and the awkwardness of the boxes which you will need to lift. Due to the sheer amount of possessions which many people own, the need to do a great deal of lifting on the day can present a number of challenges and knowing how to overcome these issues will result in an all-round better moving experience. So if you are wondering which challenges are presented by the amount of heavy boxes during a move, how should you best deal with these kinds of problems?
The first thing – and perhaps the most important thing – to think about is your personal health. While many people will be fine with picking up and moving a large number of boxes, it can often be the case that the repetitive motion and the heavy nature of some boxes can cause a great deal of strain, particularly to the back. Because of this, it is always best to read into the correct lifting technique before a big move. Rather than jumping straight into the action, taking the additional time to learn and implement the correct technique can prevent you from incurring or aggravating a number of muscular and spinal issues. If you are in further doubt about your suitability for the task based on prior medical history, it is always best to consult a doctor before you attempt any heavy lifting.
As well as having the correct technique, it can be hugely important to have the right equipment. There are many things which can improve your box lifting prowess, whether it is protective equipment or items designed to make lifting easier. Perhaps the two best examples are the use of gloves and a sack truck. When handling a large amount of often coarse objects, having the right gloves means not having to worry about cuts, scratches, friction and burns which occur during the move. With lifting many boxes, those people who simply try everything bare-handed often find that they are experiencing pain after a short while. A good pair of thick, gripping gloves will make moving a large number of objects easier. Likewise, a sack truck is a great way in which you can reduce the amount of lifting and carrying which will need to be done. Simply place your boxes on this piece of equipment, tilt the truck back and you can use the wheels to move a large number of heavy items with little to no fuss.
With both gloves and a sack truck, you will move a great deal closer to reducing the amount of effort and damage which moving home can inflict on your body.
If you are concerned about the sheer volume of boxes which will need to be moved, then perhaps the best thing which you can do to reduce this problem is to recruit extra help. This can come in many shapes and forms. It could be that you are able to get a few friends or family members to help you on the day of the move. If this is the case, then be sure to walk them through the correct technique for lifting and to make certain that they have protective gloves and equipment so as to reduce the chances of anything going wrong while they are assisting you. As well as friends and family, many people find that hiring in experienced, professional removals teams greatly reduces the amount which they have to worry about. Not only will these experts know how to deal with the boxes, but they will also have the required technique and equipment already available.
