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Lifting heavy weights
Lifting the weight like the person on the left produces a greater torque about the lower spine (pivot) – the lifting force is at a greater perpendicular distance to the pivot. The back muscles must exert a huge force to provide a torque that balances the torque from the weight being lifted.
It is important to lift a heavy weight close to your body to reduce the torque produced around your lower spine.
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Published: 21 June 2007Size: 33.78 KB
