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Friends, Get Re-Leaf! Introducing Advil® 12 Hour

November 28, 2016 By Lena

Ask a Canadian, in fall, what he or she is doing over the weekend, and you’ll invariably receive an answer like this:

“I’m cleaning up the front yard. And the back. We have a ton of leaves to rake.”

T’is the season of knit sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes and leaves. Leaves everywhere! Sure, they’re fun for the kids… especially naughty younger brothers…
14726427_170006780129508_7160100388153065472_nBut for adults, raking season can be a pain! Let’s be real, there are so many things I’d rather do than sweep up a pile of fallen leaves, especially since they convey a stark reminder that winter is around the corner. And the truth is, I don’t have the best technique – watching me rake leaves is akin to watching some toddlers try to dance in step. (Let’s just say there’s a distinct lack of coordination.) In my experience, the wrong leaf raking method always leads to muscle and joint pain. Bummer. 

The good news? Autumn leaves don’t have to get the better of us. Take note of these Advil 12 Hour “Re-Leaf” Raking Tips:

Learn the proper techniques. The right moves make the difference! Use your legs to shift your weight while raking, rather than twisting your back. Switch your lead arm regularly to help avoid exhausting your muscles with repetitive motions. And, bend with your knees instead of your back when lifting.

Ease in with stretching. Raking leaves may not seem as physically demanding as a gym workout, but it can take a toll on your body.  Stretching beforehand warms up your muscles and stretching afterwards can relieve muscle tension.

Find the right-sized rake. Using a rake that’s too long or short forces you to contort your body, causing sore back muscles. Choose a good quality rake that allows you to reach leaves a fair distance away from your feet without having to bend or twist.

And, of course, one of the most important things to remember is to always listen to your body. Know when it’s time to take a break! If you have lots of leaves to rake and you’re feeling sore, take a time-out instead of trying to push through the pain.

If you do need some “Re-Leaf”, non-prescription pain relievers like Advil 12 Hour can provide fast-acting and long-lasting pain relief. Best of all, Advil 12 Hour’s effective immediate release/ extended release formula works to relieve pain in two phases: a quick burst for relief that’s fast and extended release for relief that lasts. As someone who manages muscle, back, joint and arthritis pain daily (I know, I’m a mess!), I always look to Advil 12 Hour for long lasting relief in just one pill.

Now, there’s never a good time for pain, but there is a good time to buy the Advil products you trust. Save $3.00 on select Advil products – simply select your region and print your coupons at home.

Good luck, friends! May your pumpkin spice latte be piping hot and your leaf raking responsibilities be short, sweet and painless!

These tips are suggestions and do not replace medical advice. Please speak with your healthcare provider for medical advice. This post was sponsored by Pfizer Canada, the makers of Advil 12 Hour. The opinions on this blog, as always, are my own.

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Advil 12 Hour, joint pain relief, Leaf Raking Tips

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Comments

  1. Judy Cowan

    November 28, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    We always have Advil products on hand in our medicine cabinet.

  2. Chandra O'Connor

    November 29, 2016 at 12:54 pm

    I need some of this long lasting ones, the weather pressure is giving me such migraines,

  3. Marissa

    November 29, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    I trust the Advil 12 Hour for fast pain relief of my back pain.

  4. Chandra O'Connor

    November 30, 2016 at 8:24 pm

    Got some today, so sick with a cold my head is pounding from coughing I needed it.

  5. Debbie Bashford

    December 15, 2016 at 6:46 am

    I could use some right now If I have to post a comment daily sure wish there were a new post to comment on daily

  6. Susan Hanley

    December 16, 2016 at 3:47 pm

    Thanks for the coupon. We always have Advil in the house.

  7. BobbiJo pentney

    December 17, 2016 at 11:46 pm

    12 hours, that is amazing.

  8. Donna Wilson

    December 18, 2016 at 7:49 am

    I got a sample of these in the mail, but haven’t tried them yet.

  9. Stephanie LaPlante

    December 18, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    A leaf blower definitely comes in handy.

  10. Angela Lombardi

    December 23, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    We always have Advil products in your house!!! 12 hours….now that is AMAZING!!!

  11. Debbie Bashford

    January 16, 2017 at 5:47 am

    thanks for the coupon

  12. kathy downey

    January 19, 2017 at 12:12 pm

    Thanks for the printable,Advil sure came in handy after our last snow storm

  13. Debbie White Beattie

    February 10, 2017 at 5:27 am

    I know that Advil is great for get rid of swelling and pain relief but I’m on medication that prohibits me from taking it.

  14. kathy downey

    March 17, 2017 at 10:19 am

    Hubby has been using liquid Advil for his headaches these last few months and it’s been working so well for him!

  15. Kristi Friesen

    May 27, 2017 at 11:17 pm

    I could use some of this now after lots of gardening work. I never think to stretch to ease the muscle tension but that’s a great idea.

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