When we think “physically demanding,” we're usually thinking about heavy lifting and hard driving. And indeed, operating heavy machinery, driving forklifts, and working in the fields can be some of the most difficult and dangerous jobs around.

What is a physically demanding job?

Physically demanding jobs include general physical activities, handling and moving objects, spending significant time standing, or having any highly physically demanding work. Highly physically demanding jobs involve such elements as dynamic or trunk strength, or kneeling or crouching.

How do you keep a physically demanding job?