It might not seem like abrasion and impact materials have a place in everyday life. After all, most people don’t experience life-threatening situations on a daily basis. But many of us work physically demanding jobs, ride motorcycles, or have hobbies that can be tough on our bodies.
There’s a reason you probably know more than one person who has joint issues, back problems, chronic pain, permanent workplace injuries, or all the above. Most people aren’t taught about the long-term physical effects of manual labor or strenuous hobbies, and we often don’t think about protecting our bodies until it’s too late!
Here at Stealth Armor Co., we decided to think differently. With our background in motorcycle gear and our passion for hitting the backroads, we think like bikers. Smart motorcyclists are proactive and wear gear in case of an accident. Why not be proactive in everyday life by wearing gear that can help us avoid chronic pain in the future? Why not take a couple of basic, preventive measures to improve our quality of life?
Let’s learn about how our physically demanding jobs or hobbies can have unintended consequences on our bodies over time and what we can do to prevent them.
The Cost of Hard Work
Occupational activities like heavy lifting and construction work can easily cause overuse injuries over time without proper preventative measures. Repetitive movements and kneeling on hard surfaces for extended periods are especially responsible for osteoarthritis and tendinopathies, which can cause pain, stiffness, and limited movement. Chronic pain affects a sizeable percentage of adults in manual labor jobs – approximately 39% report symptoms of chronic pain, and nearly half report back pain every year, according to the CDC.
Even outside of work, hobbies like BMX, homesteading, carpentry, and mechanic work can lead to joint degeneration, chronic pain, or repetitive strain injuries over time. These issues often start small, but once they set in, they’re hard to reverse.
How to Work Hard Without Paying the Price
Pain doesn’t make you tougher. Working smart does, and chronic pain isn’t a badge of honor. Left unaddressed, it leads to long-term damage, reduced mobility, and even disability.
One of the biggest and most common mistakes people make is assuming they don’t need protection for these demanding tasks. Every time you lift, kneel, twist, or absorb impact without support, you’re adding to the cumulative stress on your joints, bones, and soft tissue. But, thankfully, with the right gear and a little bit of mindfulness, prevention is possible and even easy.
Enter Stealth Armor Co. We believe that protection shouldn’t slow you down, and we’ve put hard work into creating and curating gear that moves with you. Our gear is made for tradespeople, motorcyclists, and hard workers who push their bodies every day. We combine lightweight, impact-resistant materials with ergonomic design to support your joints and protect vulnerable areas without getting in the way of your work or movement.
Whether you’re on a ladder, under a bike, or working in tight spaces, our products are made to fit your lifestyle – not the other way around. Here are some of the ways our gear can help you improve your quality of life:
- Our Stealth Guard Armor was designed specifically to protect your joints. Slim and lightweight, these advanced polymer tech protectors can be slipped into any joint pocket in your PPE gear. They help to reduce the strain on your joints while you’re on the job, homesteading, or doing any other demanding activity that calls for kneeling or being on your elbows.
- Our Chino-Style Cordura® Motorcycle Jeans from Pando combine advanced impact protection, superior abrasion resistance, enhanced comfort, and ergonomic design to help prevent work-related or motorcycling injuries. With these features, you can rely on extra protection during physically demanding tasks.
- The Lightweight Cordura Work Shirt from Pando accommodates protective armor, like the Stealth Guard, and it's made from abrasion-resistant, lightweight Cordura denim. It’s even ventilated to keep you cool while you’re working up a sweat.
All of our gear is designed and curated with people like you in mind. Take a look here to find what fits your lifestyle.
Hard, honest work doesn’t have to cost you your quality of life. Wearing the right gear and practicing mindfulness before, during, and after work or strenuous hobbies can help you take care of your body so that it takes care of you for longer. Stealth Armor Co. is here to help.