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One more safety tip for shoveling

I would like to add one tip to the “Follow these tips for injury-free shoveling” letter that appeared in the Jan. 13 edition. When lifting and throwing a shovelful of snow, do not hold your breath. Relax your muscles and exhale when lifting and throwing the snow.

Alan Schmuttenmaer

Palatine

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