[Duncan Horlock]

Hi, I clean with WFP, a mate of mine is thinking of changing to WFP from trad but is worried about that fact he has a slight hernia. I'm cant comment as I find it easier than trad cleaning. Just wondering if anyone has had any problems with stretching etc. sorry bit of a strange question but thought it was worth an ask. Cheers

[formb]

When I made the switch it was my neck that felt the brunt, looking up all day.

Best bet is to take him along with you and give him a go.

[Granny]

Advice I would give anyone starting out WFP is do the first window right handed - the second left handed third - right handed 4th left etc... or vice versa depending on which hand you favour.
It is really awkward to start with but gets easier - balancing the load helps a lot.
G.

[Duncan Horlock]

Thanks for the advice, I think I'll take him out and let him work for the day while I watch, might just hit him with a stick if he slows up! That should test him :-)

[Cliff perkins]

Its your arms that get a work out the most not your gut.
Great advice earlier let him have a go on yours.
Regards cliff

[DG Cleaning]

Why not get the hernia sorted? The earlier the better

[matthewprice]

doc has said i have a double hernia ,but i would need to see surgen to confirm,and i must say wfp does not hurt me

[Duncan Horlock]

I think he is on the list to get it sorted. Just wanted to see if anyone else had one in the past and has problems with using WFP. Thanks

[Duncan Horlock]

Thanks Mathew

[Elfyn]

Some basic principles.
Get the best (lightest) pole you can afford and use the right pole for the job (not a 32ft pole for a bungalow).
Stand as far back from the cleaning face as possible.
Try and let your legs do the work - walk back and fore and not up and down with your arms.
Good footwear is a must.
Keep fit and healthy.
And, as previously, change sides regularly.

[Duncan Horlock]

All good advice thanks