fitness

11 Dec, 20

Ergo at home, injury, return-to-work, training

How did the straw break the camel’s back?

Injuries to humans can occur when a load is too much, or when the accumulated load exceeds capabilities. Injuries can also occur when the human body is deconditioned. Sometimes the relationship between task and injury is not clear.

20 May, 20

coronavirus, ergo program, News, work hardening

The ERGO impacts of Covid-19

The pandemic is going to change the way “we” work – and by “we”, we mean ergonomists, and all other workers. A recent broadcast email from the leaders of the Applied Ergonomics Society inspired this discussion of these emerging issues. What are your thoughts? How can we do ergonomics assessments while social distancing? The need […]

04 Apr, 19

News

Walk to work! …or at work, or from work….

by Kristina Zucchiatti Like me, you may have lost sight of the fitness goals you set late in the evening of December 31. But, fear not, spring has sprung. (Well, spring is sure to spring soon, anyway!) To get you back on track, join the world on Friday April 5th for Walk to Work Day! […]

23 Feb, 18

best practices, exercise, Office Ergo, stretching, training

Fit to work: I train my body for a race, but would I train it for a new job?

This is the time of year when runners sign up for races. It’s motivating to have a goal – knowing that we are going to be challenged to run faster, or further, or climb obstacles, forces us to stick to a training schedule and get out to exercise regularly. Why don’t we think this way […]

19 Aug, 16

best practices, exercise, News, stretching, training

Inspired by Olympians – From couch to competition, ergonomically

If you’re like most Canadians, you’ve been watching our athletes proudly, from the comfort of your living room. If the Olympics have got you thinking about getting into shape, take some advice from ergonomists (with a kinesiology background) and keep yourself safe while you pursue your medal dreams. Here are some tips for “fitting sport […]

fitness

How did the straw break the camel’s back?

The ERGO impacts of Covid-19

Walk to work! …or at work, or from work….

Fit to work: I train my body for a race, but would I train it for a new job?

Inspired by Olympians – From couch to competition, ergonomically

What is ergonomics?

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