body and any bumpy, odd-shaped objects are placed on the outside, away from the back.
moving your kids into their college dorm room or new apartment? lifting heavy boxes can give you back pain. be sure to label your boxes so that helpers know what can be found inside and how heavy they will be. tape the boxes so that they are sturdy and the contents do not shift while being handled. before lifting, make sure that you have balanced footing and good grip (boxes with handles are ideal). face your work. stand so that your nose, hips and toes are facing forward. keep the object as close to your body 