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After pulling a muscle tuning derailleurs, I'm split on daily stretches for mechanics.
Some mechanics swear by stretching before work to prevent back pain, but others say it's a waste of time, so I'm curious where you stand.
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raym686mo ago
Seriously, you hurt yourself adjusting gears? I can't believe any mechanic would skip stretching with all the bending over we do. My back would be toast without it.
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martinez.anthony6mo ago
Guess some folks think stretching is magic armor against all wrenches and bolts. Try telling that to my knee after it gave out from crouching by a tire all day. What good is a hamstring stretch when you're lifting a transmission wrong? But hey, if touching your toes saves your back, more power to you. Just don't act shocked when the new guy tweaks something on his first week.
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the_tessa6mo ago
Stretching does not stop all injuries for everyone. Good form when lifting and taking breaks helps more. Just do what works for your own body.
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