OU students show kids healthy ways to tote things
NORMAN — Neala Ball didn't know that it's a bad idea to ask fourth-graders to shout out answers to a question.
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Healthy backpack tips
• A backpack shouldn't weigh more than 15 percent of the wearer's body weight.
• Load heaviest items closest to the wearer's back.
• Arrange materials so they don't slide around.
• Carry only necessary items for the day.
• Use both shoulder straps.
• Adjust shoulder straps so the pack is snug against the back.
• Bottom of pack should rest in curve of lower back, not well below the waist.
Source: The American Occupational Therapy Association
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