Every year, you’ll see articles warning that an average of 100 people a year die from cardiac arrest associated with snow shoveling. This helps to keep the snow from sticking and is particularly effective when shoveling wet snow. Shovels designed to reduce back pain are a good way to go, whether it’s a or a that helps you lift heavy snow. Shovels designed to reduce back pain are a good way to go, whether it’s a or a that helps you lift heavy snow. Don't bend at the waist.” The group also advises that when throwing snow, turn your body instead of twisting at the waist, and never throw snow over your shoulder.