![]() A Simple Yet Vital Routine for Wellness In our fast-paced world, maintaining physical health often takes a backseat to the demands of daily life. However, a simple yet powerful habit like stretching can significantly enhance your well-being. Whether you’re an athlete or someone who spends long hours at a desk, incorporating stretching into your routine offers numerous benefits. Here's why you should make stretching a daily practice. Enhances Flexibility Stretching helps improve flexibility by lengthening muscles and increasing the range of motion in your joints. This is particularly beneficial as we age, as it helps maintain mobility and reduces the risk of injuries. Greater flexibility allows for easier movement, making everyday activities more manageable. Improves Posture Poor posture is a common issue, especially for those who sit for extended periods. Stretching can counteract the effects of prolonged sitting by loosening tight muscles and aligning your body properly. This not only improves your posture but also alleviates associated discomfort, such as back and neck pain. Reduces Stress and Promotes Relaxation Stretching is a great way to relax and relieve stress. When you stretch, your body releases endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Additionally, focusing on your breathing while stretching can have a meditative effect, helping to calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Boosts Circulation Regular stretching improves blood flow to your muscles, which can enhance your overall circulation. Better circulation means that your muscles receive more oxygen and nutrients, aiding in recovery and reducing muscle soreness. This is particularly beneficial after workouts, as it helps in the removal of lactic acid and other metabolic waste products. Prevents Injuries Stretching prepares your body for physical activity by increasing flexibility and range of motion, reducing the likelihood of strains and sprains. By warming up your muscles before exercise and cooling down afterwards, you can minimize the risk of injury and enhance your performance. Enhances Physical Performance For athletes and fitness enthusiasts, stretching is crucial for optimal performance. It helps in maintaining muscle balance and joint health, allowing for more efficient and effective movements. Dynamic stretching before a workout can increase muscle activation and improve agility, while static stretching post-exercise aids in muscle recovery. Alleviates Muscle Soreness Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a common issue after intense physical activity. Stretching helps reduce the severity and duration of DOMS by promoting blood flow and reducing muscle stiffness. This makes it easier to stay active and continue with your fitness routine. How to Incorporate Stretching Into Your Routine 1. Morning Stretch: Start your day with a gentle stretching routine to wake up your muscles and prepare your body for the day ahead. 2. Pre-Workout: Incorporate dynamic stretches before exercise to warm up your muscles and enhance performance. 3. Post-Workout: Use static stretches after your workout to cool down and aid in muscle recovery. 4. Breaks During the Day: If you have a sedentary job, take short breaks to stretch and relieve muscle tension. 5. Evening Stretch: End your day with a relaxing stretching session to unwind and promote better sleep. Conclusion Stretching is a simple yet powerful practice that offers a multitude of benefits for your body and mind. By incorporating it into your daily routine, you can enhance flexibility, improve posture, reduce stress, boost circulation, prevent injuries, enhance physical performance, and alleviate muscle soreness. Start stretching today and experience the positive impact it can have on your overall well-being.
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![]() After nearly four decades of unwavering dedication and hard work, Central Supply bids a heartfelt farewell to one of its most esteemed employees, Mark Ferrell. As a boom truck driver for 39 years, Mark has been an integral part of our team, embodying the values and work ethics that define Central Supply. Mark began his journey with Central Supply in 1985, bringing with him a passion for the job and an unmatched commitment to excellence. Over the years, he has navigated countless miles, delivering essential concrete, supplies and material while ensuring our operations ran smoothly. His expertise and reliability have not only made him a trusted driver but also a mentor to many of his colleagues. Mark’s contributions go beyond his exceptional driving skills. Known for his friendly demeanor and willingness to lend a hand, Mark has forged lasting relationships with both co-workers and customers. His positive attitude and professionalism have set a standard for all of us at Central Supply. As Mark approaches his well-deserved retirement, we take this moment to express our deepest gratitude for his remarkable service. His presence will be greatly missed, but his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of Central Supply employees. Please join us in celebrating Mark Ferrell’s incredible career and wishing him a happy, healthy and fulfilling retirement. Thank you, Mark, for 39 years of dedication and for being a cornerstone of our Central Supply family! ![]() How to Cope with Heat
Heat Stress
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Prevention / Recommendation The following procedure should be followed to prevent heat stress:
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![]() Expanding your look-ahead capacity is one of the most important elements of Decision Driving. Being aware of what is happening in the distance gives you the time and space to make good decisions. If you observe other driver’s behaviors, you will begin to recognize those who are not looking ahead. They are the ones who slam on their brakes or swerve to avoid things they should have seen in the distance. Looking ahead does not mean ignoring what’s right in front of you. It is a process of keeping your eyes moving from the area immediately around you to the road ahead and back. By expanding your look-ahead capacity you will be better able to:
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Help reduce the likelihood of vehicle accidents by always practicing the tips mentioned above. Remain alert! A Decisive Driver is a safe driver. From CRH ![]() Spring and summer is bee season. Getting stung by a bee is never enjoyable, however for people with bee sting allergies it can be fatal. Did you know that most stings from bees or wasps can be avoided? These winged little creatures usually only sting to defend themselves, so the key is to not make them feel threatened. Below is a list of tactics to avoid bee stings. 1. Avoid wearing perfumes or colognes.
2. Don’t wear floral or bright colored clothing.
3. Be aware of what you are eating outdoors.
4. Wear shoes outside.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitting clothes.
6. Stay still and don’t swat bees, wasps or hornets.
7. Keep the windows in your vehicle rolled up.
8. Rinse garbage receptacles and keep the lids on.
9. Avoid hanging out in the flower garden.
10. If you have bees, wasps, or hornets nests call a professional to have them removed.
From CRH ![]() Protect Yourself from Heat Stress Heat Illness: Exposure to heat can cause illness and death. The most serious heat illness is heat stroke. Other heat illnesses, such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat rash, should also be avoid-ed. There are precautions that can be taken any time temperatures are high and the job involves physical work. Risk Factors for Heat Illness
IF THE WORKER IS NOT ALERT or seems confused, this may be a heat stroke. CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY and apply ice as soon as possible. Other Resources:![]()
![]() For our very first employee spotlight we wanted to highlight someone special here at Central Supply Company. So of course, Larry Jenkins’ name came up. He has been a faithful employee of CSC and has just surpassed 32 years of service. Larry can really do it all. From loaders to boom trucks to dumps, he’s an excellent equipment operator and he has the knowledge to back it up. Most importantly, he has one of the best attitudes around and is always willing to help anyone around him. Whether it’s a customer or coworker, he will do everything he can to get the job done safely. Thank you, Larry, for being an outstanding employee, coworker, and friend.
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